Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has published recruitment notification SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Vacancy 2026 for fill up 731 Vacancies. 12th Pass candidates with Stenography skill (English/Hindi) are eligible to apply for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ (Group B) and Grade ‘D’ (Group C) posts. The SSC Stenographer online application has started on 24 April 2026, and eligible candidates can apply until 15 May 2026.
Eligible Candidates must check the complete details regarding Post wise Vacancies, eligibility, application fee, selection process and the application process for the SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Posts Recruitment 2026 provided below.
SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & Grade ‘D’ |
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| Total Vacancies |
731 Posts (Tentative) |
| Age Limit |
Grade C: 18-30 years | Grade D: 18-27 years (as on 01.08.2026) |
| Salary |
Grade C: Pay Level-4 | Grade D: Pay Level-2 |
| Minimum Qualification |
12th Pass + Stenography Skill (100 wpm Grade C / 80 wpm Grade D) |
| Application Fee |
₹100 (UR/OBC/EWS) | Nil (Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM) |
| Selection Process |
Computer Based Exam + Stenography Skill Test + DV |
| Job Location |
All India |
| Last Date |
15 May 2026 |
✅ SSC Stenographer Year-wise Vacancies:
| Year | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SSC Stenographer 2025 | 1483 Posts |
| SSC Stenographer 2026 | 731 Posts (Tentative) |
✅ SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Vacancy 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026): Stenographer Grade ‘C’ – 18 to 30 years | Stenographer Grade ‘D’ – 18 to 27 years
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Educational Qualification: Must have passed 12th Standard or equivalent from a recognized Board/University.
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Stenography Skill: Candidates must possess stenography skill – Grade C: 100 wpm | Grade D: 80 wpm (English/Hindi).
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Age relaxation: 3 years (OBC), 5 years (SC/ST), 10 years (PwBD), Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
✅ SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Vacancy 2026 Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps:-
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Computer Based Examination (Tier-I)
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Stenography Skill Test (Qualifying in nature)
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Document Verification (DV)
✅ SSC Stenographer Computer Based Exam Pattern:
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| II | General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| III | English Language and Comprehension | 100 | 100 |
✅ Minimum Qualifying Marks in Computer Based Exam:
- UR / EWS: 30%
- OBC: 25%
- All Other Categories: 20%
✅ Stenography Skill Test Details:
- Grade C: 100 wpm (English/Hindi) – 10 minutes dictation + 40 minutes transcription
- Grade D: 80 wpm (English/Hindi) – 10 minutes dictation + 50 minutes transcription
- Qualifying Nature only (Pass Marks: 40% for UR/EWS, 35% for others)
✅ SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Vacancy 2026 Application Fee:
- UR / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
- Women / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM: Nil (Exempted)
- Payment Mode: Online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or RuPay.
✅ Important Dates:
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Start Date for Online Registration |
24 April 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Application |
15 May 2026 (23:00 hrs) |
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Last Date for Fee Payment |
16 May 2026 (23:00 hrs) |
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Application Correction Window |
20–21 May 2026 |
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Computer Based Exam Date |
July – August 2026 (Tentative) |
✅ Important Links:
| SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification PDF |
| Apply Online for SSC Stenographer Jobs 2026 | Apply Online |
| SSC Official Website | Official Website |
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✅ How to Apply SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2026:
Eligible & Interested candidates must apply online only through the SSC official portal.
➢ Step 1: Visit ssc.gov.in and complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done.
➢ Step 2: Login and click on “Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination 2026”.
➢ Step 3: Fill the online application form with all personal, educational and contact details.
➢ Step 4: Upload live photograph (captured through webcam) and signature (10-20 KB JPEG).
➢ Step 5: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form.
➢ Step 6: Take a printout of the submitted application and keep it safe for future reference.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
731 Posts (Tentative) – Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & Grade ‘D’.
What is the age limit for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2026?
Grade C: 18-30 years | Grade D: 18-27 years as on 01.08.2026 (relaxation applicable).
What is the application fee for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
₹100/- (UR/OBC/EWS) | Nil for Women, SC, ST, PwBD & ESM candidates.
What is the selection process for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
Computer Based Examination + Stenography Skill Test + Document Verification.
What is the educational qualification required?
12th Pass or equivalent + Stenography skill (100 wpm for Grade C / 80 wpm for Grade D).
What are the important dates for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
Online Application: 24 April 2026 to 15 May 2026 | Fee Payment Last Date: 16 May 2026.