SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 Powerful Guide – Check CBT Pattern, Skill Test & Subjects
About the title
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Examination 2026 notification for recruitment in various Ministries, Departments, and Government organizations across India. Candidates who have passed 12th / Intermediate and possess stenography skills can check the latest syllabus & exam pattern, CBT subjects, skill test details, marking scheme, and selection process before applying online.
Eligible candidates can submit the online application form through the official website within the prescribed dates.
🏢 Basic Information
- Organization: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Govt. of India
- Exam Name: SSC Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination 2026
- Advertisement Date: 24 Apr 2026
- Post Name: Stenographer Grade C & D
- Total Vacancies: 731
- Job Type: Full-Time Government Job
- Salary / Pay Level: Level-4 / Level-3 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100 / ₹21,700 – ₹69,100) + Allowances
- Location: Across India
- Official Website: https://ssc.gov.in/
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Candidates must pass 12th / Intermediate from recognized board.
- Age Limit: Grade C: 18 to 30 Years, Grade D: 18 to 27 Years (as on 01.08.2026)
- Experience: No Experience Required. Freshers are eligible to apply for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2026.
📅 Important Dates
| Application Start Date: | 24 Apr 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online: | 15 May 2026 (11 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date: | 16 May 2026 |
| Application Correction Window: | 20.05.2026 to 21 May 2026 (11 PM) |
Computer Based Examination(CBE): July – August 2026
📊 Vacancy Details
- Stenographer Grade C & D: 731
Total: 731 Posts
🖥 SSC Stenographer Exam Pattern 2026
Computer Based Examination (CBT)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
⏰ Exam Duration
| Category | Time |
|---|---|
| Normal Candidates | 2 Hours |
| Scribe Candidates | 2 Hours 40 Minutes |
❌ Negative Marking
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer |
| Unattempted Questions | No marks deducted |
| Multiple Shifts | Normalization of scores will be applied |
🧾 Skill Test Details
Stenographer Grade D
- Dictation: 80 words per minute (WPM)
- Time: 10 minutes
Stenographer Grade C
- Dictation: 100 words per minute (WPM)
- Time: 10 minutes
🖥 SSC Stenographer Transcription Time
| Language | Post | Transcription Time |
|---|---|---|
| English | Grade D | 50 Minutes |
| English | Grade C | 40 Minutes |
| Hindi | Grade D | 65 Minutes |
| Hindi | Grade C | 55 Minutes |
📚 SSC Stenographer Syllabus 2026
1️⃣ General Intelligence & Reasoning
Topics Include:
- Analogies
- Similarities & Differences
- Space Visualization
- Problem Solving
- Analysis & Judgment
- Decision Making
- Visual Memory
- Discriminating Observation
- Relationship Concepts
- Arithmetical Reasoning
- Verbal & Figure Classification
- Non-Verbal Series
- Coding-Decoding
- Statement Conclusion
- Syllogism
- Number Series
- Embedded Figures
- Mirror Images
- Paper Folding
- Venn Diagrams
2️⃣ General Awareness
Topics Include:
- Current Affairs
- Indian History
- Indian Polity
- Geography
- Economics
- General Science
- Static GK
- Sports
- Books & Authors
- Important Days
- Awards & Honors
- Government Schemes
- Budget & Economy
- National & International Events
3️⃣ English Language & Comprehension
Topics Include:
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Sentence Structure
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- Spotting Errors
- Fill in the Blanks
- Idioms & Phrases
- One Word Substitution
- Active & Passive Voice
- Direct & Indirect Speech
- Reading Comprehension
- Para Jumbles
- Cloze Test
- Spellings
- Sentence Improvement
💰 Salary & Benefits
- Level-4 / Level-3 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100 / ₹21,700 – ₹69,100)
- DA, HRA, TA, Medical Benefits
- Central Government Job Security Pension & Retirement Benefits Promotion Opportunities Paid Leave Benefits All India Posting Opportunities Government Employee Welfare Schemes
📝 Selection Process
- Computer Based Examination (CBE) – 200 marks
- Skill Test (Stenography) – Qualifying
- Final Selection: Based on merit in CBE + Qualifying Skill Test
- Document Verification
💰 Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
- SC / ST / PH: ₹0/- (Exempted)
- Payment Mode: Online via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking
- Fee is non-refundable
🏢 POST PREFERENCES & ALL INDIA SERVICE LIABILITY
- Candidates must indicate post preferences (Grade ‘C’ / Grade ‘D’ / Both)
- Selected candidates have All India Service Liability (AISL) – can be posted anywhere in India
- Posts in Border Roads Organization (BRO) have additional physical & medical standards (only male candidates eligible for BRO)
📌 Important Points
- Skill Test is qualifying in nature.
- Final merit prepared based on CBT marks.
- Candidates must choose English or Hindi for Skill Test.
- Minimum typing/transcription accuracy required.
📝 How to Apply
- Go to https://ssc.gov.in
- Click on “New Registration” for One-Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill your personal details (name, DOB, father/mother name, etc.)
- Verify your mobile number and email ID with OTP
- Note your Registration Number
- Login with Registration Number and Password
- Click on “Apply” under “Live Exam” tab
- Select “Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2026”
- Fill additional details (education, post preference, exam centre)
- Capture your live photograph
- Upload your signature
- Pay application fee (₹100 for Gen/OBC, free for women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM)
- Submit the application form
- Take a printout for future reference
Documents Required:
- Matriculation (10th) Certificate – Age proof & name verification
- 12th Standard Certificate – Educational qualification
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) – Reservation (Central Govt format)
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate – For EWS reservation (FY 2025-26 income, valid for 2026-27)
- PwBD Disability Certificate – For PwBD reservation (as per RPwD Act 2016)
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate / Discharge Book – For ESM reservation
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) – For Govt/PSU employees
🔗 Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Download
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Official Website: View
- Helpline: 1800 309 3063 (Toll Free)
⭐ Highlights
731 Vacancies
Government Job Vacancies by Education Qualification
| Eligibility & Vacancies | Application Link |
|---|---|
| 10TH - 14 Vacancies | 10th Jobs 2026 |
| 12TH - 13 Vacancies | 12th Jobs 2026 |
| 7TH - 0 Vacancies | 7th Jobs 2026 |
| 8TH - 1 Vacancies | 8th Jobs 2026 |
| ANM - 0 Vacancies | ANM Jobs 2026 |
| ANY GRADUATE - 33 Vacancies | Any Graduate Jobs 2026 |
| ANY POST GRADUATE - 8 Vacancies | Any Post Graduate Jobs 2026 |
| B.ARCH - 1 Vacancies | B.Arch Jobs 2026 |
| B.COM - 5 Vacancies | B.com Jobs 2026 |
| B.ED. - 4 Vacancies | B.Ed. Jobs 2026 |
| B.LIB. - 2 Vacancies | B.Lib. Jobs 2026 |
| B.PHARMACY - 1 Vacancies | B.Pharmacy Jobs 2026 |
| B.PLANING - 1 Vacancies | B.Planing Jobs 2026 |
| B.SC - 8 Vacancies | B.sc Jobs 2026 |
| B.SC. NURSING - 2 Vacancies | B.Sc. Nursing Jobs 2026 |
| B.TECH/B.E - 27 Vacancies | B.Tech/B.E Jobs 2026 |
| BA - 3 Vacancies | BA Jobs 2026 |
| BBM - 0 Vacancies | BBM Jobs 2026 |
| CA / CMA - 5 Vacancies | CA / CMA Jobs 2026 |
| COMPUTER DIPLOMA - 1 Vacancies | Computer Diploma Jobs 2026 |
| D.EI.ED - 1 Vacancies | D.EI.Ed Jobs 2026 |
| DCA - 1 Vacancies | DCA Jobs 2026 |
| DIPLOMA - 12 Vacancies | Diploma Jobs 2026 |
| DNB - 4 Vacancies | DNB Jobs 2026 |
| GNM - 2 Vacancies | GNM Jobs 2026 |
| ICWA - 2 Vacancies | ICWA Jobs 2026 |
| INTERMEDIATE - 7 Vacancies | Intermediate Jobs 2026 |
| ITI - 3 Vacancies | ITI Jobs 2026 |
| LLB (BACHELOR OF LAW) - 5 Vacancies | LLB (Bachelor of Law) Jobs 2026 |
| LLM (POST-GRADUATION IN LAW) - 1 Vacancies | LLM (Post-Graduation in Law) Jobs 2026 |
| M.COM - 2 Vacancies | M.Com Jobs 2026 |
| M.E / M.TECH - 8 Vacancies | M.E / M.Tech Jobs 2026 |
| M.ED. - 0 Vacancies | M.Ed. Jobs 2026 |
| M.PHARM - 2 Vacancies | M.Pharm Jobs 2026 |
| M.PHIL/PH.D - 5 Vacancies | M.Phil/Ph.D Jobs 2026 |
| M.PLANING - 1 Vacancies | M.Planing Jobs 2026 |
| M.SC - 7 Vacancies | M.sc Jobs 2026 |
| MA - 4 Vacancies | MA Jobs 2026 |
| MBA - 7 Vacancies | MBA Jobs 2026 |
| MBBS/MD - 9 Vacancies | MBBS/MD Jobs 2026 |
| MCA - 2 Vacancies | MCA Jobs 2026 |
| MCH - 1 Vacancies | MCh Jobs 2026 |
| MPW - 1 Vacancies | MPW Jobs 2026 |
| MS - 5 Vacancies | MS Jobs 2026 |
| MSW - 1 Vacancies | MSW Jobs 2026 |
| PGDCA - 1 Vacancies | PGDCA Jobs 2026 |
| PGDM - 3 Vacancies | PGDM Jobs 2026 |
| PGP - 1 Vacancies | PGP Jobs 2026 |
| PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION - 4 Vacancies | Professional Certification Jobs 2026 |
| RETIRED GOVERNMENT OFFICER / JUDICIAL OFFICER - 2 Vacancies | Retired Government Officer / Judicial Officer Jobs 2026 |
| TET - 3 Vacancies | TET Jobs 2026 |
FAQs
1. What is the educational qualification for SSC Stenographer 2026?
Ans: Candidates must pass 12th / Intermediate from a recognized board.
2. Is there negative marking in SSC Stenographer Exam 2026?
Ans: Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
3. Is experience required for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
Ans: No, freshers are eligible to apply.
4. What is the selection process for SSC Stenographer 2026?
Ans: Selection includes CBT Exam, Skill Test, and Document Verification.
5. What is the application fee?
Ans: ₹100 for General / OBC.
Free for Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen.
6. What is the age limit?
Ans: Stenographer Grade 'C': 18 to 30 years
Stenographer Grade 'D': 18 to 27 years
(Relaxation for reserved categories as per rules)
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