SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2026 — 731 Posts | Central Government Ministries
Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones
Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Online Application Window
Application window closed on 14 May 2026
Step 1: Computer Based Examination (CBE)
General Intelligence & Reasoning (50 Marks), General Awareness (50 Marks), English Language & Comprehension (100 Marks) = Total 200 Marks in 2 hours
Step 2: Skill Test
Stenography at 80 w.p.m. (English / Hindi) for Grade D; 100 w.p.m. for Grade C
Step 3: Document Verification
Educational certificates, age proof, category certificates verified
Step 4: Medical Examination for selected candidates
As specified in official notice
15-Second Executive Decision Summary
Verified key decision factors extracted directly from official notification
731
Stenographer Grade C (Group B Non-Gazetted), Stenographer Grade D (Group C)
TWELFTH PASS
Verify My Eligibility18 – 35 Yrs
as on 14 May 2026
₹25,500–₹44,900
View In-Hand SimulatorAbout this Recruitment
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the Stenographer Grade C and Grade D Recruitment Notification 2026 for 731 vacancies across Central Government Ministries and Departments. The exam offers a stable government career with starting salary of ₹25,500 (Grade D) and ₹44,900 (Grade C) per month. Eligible candidates who have passed Class 12 and have stenography skills can apply online at ssc.gov.in. Selection is through a Computer Based Exam followed by Skill Test in Stenography.
✨ Copilot Highlights
- Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- Stenographer Grade C (Group B Non-Gazetted) & Grade D (Group C)
- 731 Vacancies — Central Ministries / Departments / Organisations
- Apply Online at ssc.gov.in
Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
35 Years
* Age calculated as on: 14 May 2026
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Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 14 May 2026)
Important Dates & Timeline
Notification Released
23 April 2026
Application Start Date
23 April 2026
Last Date to Apply
14 May 2026
Exam Date
30 June 2026
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade C (Group B Non-Gazetted) | 232 | TWELFTH PASS |
| Stenographer Grade D (Group C) | 499 | TWELFTH PASS |
Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator
Pay Level / Grade: Rs. 25500 - 44900 per month depending on Grade C or D post
Official Pay Scale
₹25,500 - ₹44,900
₹41,205
/ month (take-home)Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.
Approx Annual Gross (CTC)
₹5.46 LPA
Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer
Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker
Stage 1: Written / Computer Based Test (CBT / OMR)
Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability | 25 | 25 |
| English / Hindi Comprehension / Domain Subject | 25 | 25 |
Interactive Syllabus & Topic Study Tracker
Check off topics as you study — progress automatically saves to your browser.
General Awareness & Static GK
0 / 5 doneGeneral Intelligence & Reasoning
0 / 7 doneQuantitative Aptitude
0 / 7 doneHow to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide
Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.
Visit the official recruitment portal: https://ssc.gov.in/
Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: SSC/STENO/2026/01) to confirm eligibility criteria.
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.
Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.
Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.
Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.
Recent Passport Size Color Photograph
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Scanned Candidate Signature
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Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets
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Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
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Application Fee Details
Payment Modes: Online via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa/Mastercard/Maestro/RuPay Credit/Debit cards, or Offline via Challan (SBI/HDFC/ICICI) at ssc.gov.in
Selection Process
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SSC Stenographer skill test speed requirement?
For Grade D: Dictation at 80 words per minute (wpm) — 10 minutes in English (transcript in 50 min) or Hindi (transcript in 65 min). For Grade C: Dictation at 100 wpm — 10 minutes in English (transcript in 40 min) or Hindi (transcript in 55 min).
What is the salary for SSC Stenographer Grade D?
SSC Stenographer Grade D is placed in Pay Level 4 with basic pay ₹25,500 per month. Total in-hand salary including DA, HRA, TA etc. is approximately ₹32,000–38,000 per month depending on posting city.
What is the salary for SSC Stenographer Grade C?
SSC Stenographer Grade C is placed in Pay Level 6 with basic pay ₹35,400 per month. Total in-hand salary is approximately ₹45,000–55,000 per month.
Can arts/commerce/science students apply for SSC Steno?
Yes, candidates who have passed 12th in any stream (Arts, Commerce, Science) from any recognised Board can apply for SSC Stenographer. There is no stream restriction.
Is there negative marking in SSC Stenographer CBE?
Yes, there is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the Computer Based Examination.
Last Date to Apply
14 May 2026
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