What is the eligibility for SSC Stenographer 2026?

Age: 18-30 years for Grade C, 18-27 years for Grade D (with relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per government rules). Educational qualification: 12th pass (Senior Secondary) from a recognized board. No graduation requirement. Stenography skill of 100 WPM (Grade C) or 80 WPM (Grade D) is tested during the skill test, not at the time of application.

What is the salary of SSC Stenographer Grade C?

Grade C: Basic pay Rs 35,400 (Pay Level 6). With DA, HRA (depending on city), and other allowances, the total monthly salary is approximately Rs 52,000-65,000 in Delhi. Grade D: Basic pay Rs 25,500 (Pay Level 4), total monthly approximately Rs 38,000-48,000 in Delhi.

Is the SSC Stenographer skill test difficult?

The skill test requires dictation at 100 WPM (Grade C) or 80 WPM (Grade D) for 10 minutes, followed by transcription on computer. Grade C candidates get 40 minutes for English transcription (55 for Hindi). Grade D gets 50 minutes for English (65 for Hindi). Practice daily for at least 2-3 months. Free online stenography practice tools are available at various typing websites.

How to apply for SSC Stenographer 2026?

Step 1: Visit ssc.gov.in and complete one-time registration (if not done before). Step 2: Log in and click on 'Apply' for Stenographer Grade C & D Exam 2026. Step 3: Fill personal, educational, and preference details. Step 4: Upload photo and signature. Step 5: Pay Rs 100 fee online (or exempted if SC/ST/PwD/women). Step 6: Submit and save the application printout.

RECRUITMENT2026-04-27• By Ashutosh Khulbe

SSC Stenographer 2026 Recruitment — Apply Online for 731 Grade C & D Posts Before May 18

The Staff Selection Commission has released the official notification for Stenographer Grade C and Grade D Examination 2026. A total of 731 vacancies have been announced across central government ministries and departments. Online applications are now open on ssc.gov.in.

Grade C posts carry Pay Level 6 (Rs 35,400-1,12,400 basic pay) and Grade D posts carry Pay Level 4 (Rs 25,500-81,100). Both offer standard government benefits including DA, HRA, medical insurance, pension, and LTC. Postings are across central government offices in Delhi and other cities.

The exam has two parts — a Computer Based Examination (CBE) testing General Intelligence, Reasoning, English Language, and General Awareness, followed by a Skill Test where candidates must demonstrate stenography speed of 100 WPM (Grade C) or 80 WPM (Grade D). The skill test is qualifying in nature.

Application fee is Rs 100 for general and OBC candidates. SC, ST, PwD, and women candidates are exempted from the fee. Apply through the SSC's one-time registration portal at ssc.gov.in. If you haven't registered on SSC's portal before, complete the one-time registration first.

⚠️Last date to apply: May 18, 2026

Don't wait until the last day — SSC's portal often crashes near deadlines due to heavy traffic. Complete your registration, upload documents, and pay the fee at least 3-4 days before May 18. Keep your passport-sized photo (20-50 KB) and signature scan (10-20 KB) ready before starting the application.

SSC Stenographer 2026 Recruitment — Apply Online for 731 Grade C & D Posts Before May 18

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