The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC Stenographer 2026 notification for recruitment to Grade C and Grade D stenographer posts in various ministries, departments, and organizations of the Government of India. This is a golden opportunity for candidates with stenography skills seeking central government jobs 2026.

SSC Stenographer 2026 Notification Overview

SSC Stenographer 2026 Vacancy Details

The total number of SSC Stenographer 2026 vacancies for Grade C and Grade D will be announced in the detailed notification. Based on previous years, approximately 1,000 to 1,500+ posts are expected across various central government departments.

SSC Stenographer 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed 12th Standard (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized Board or University.
• Candidates must possess stenography skills in English or Hindi as per post requirements.

Age Limit (as on 01-08-2026)

Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwD: 10 years, Ex-Servicemen: As per government norms.

Stenography Skill Requirements

SSC Stenographer 2026 Exam Pattern

Computer Based Examination (Tier 1)

Note: Negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

Skill Test (Tier 2)

• Only qualified candidates from CBT will be called for the Skill Test.
• The Skill Test is qualifying in nature — marks obtained are not added to the final merit list.
• Candidates must transcribe the dictated passage on computer at the required speed.
• VH (Visually Handicapped) candidates are exempted from the Skill Test.

SSC Stenographer 2026 Salary

How to Apply for SSC Stenographer 2026

1. Visit the official SSC website ssc.gov.in.
2. Click on "Apply" section and select SSC Stenographer 2026.
3. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) with valid email and mobile number.
4. Fill the application form with accurate personal and educational details.
5. Upload scanned photograph and signature as per SSC specifications.
6. Pay the application fee (Rs. 100 for General/OBC; Nil for SC/ST/PwD/Female/Ex-Servicemen).
7. Submit the application and save the confirmation page.

SSC Stenographer 2026 Important Dates

SSC Stenographer 2026 Preparation Tips

• English Language: Focus on vocabulary, grammar, comprehension, and cloze tests. This section carries 100 marks — highest weightage.
• General Intelligence: Practice analogy, classification, coding-decoding, and non-verbal reasoning.
• General Awareness: Cover current affairs (last 6 months), Indian history, polity, geography, and science.
• Skill Test Preparation: Practice dictation daily at 80 wpm (Grade D) or 100 wpm (Grade C) to build speed and accuracy.

SSC Stenographer 2026 Admit Card & Result

The SSC Stenographer 2026 admit card for the CBT will be released 10-15 days before the exam on the respective regional SSC websites. The SSC Stenographer 2026 result will be published in PDF format containing roll numbers of qualified candidates. Shortlisted candidates will be called for the Skill Test at designated SSC centers.

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