The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2026. The recruitment aims to fill stenographer positions in various ministries, departments, and government offices across India.
Important Dates
Application Start Date: 24 April 2026
Last Date to Apply: 15 May 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment: 16 May 2026
Correction Window: 20–21 May 2026
Computer Based Exam (CBE): July–August 2026
SSC GD Recruitment 2026-2027
Total Vacancies
Approximate Vacancies: 731 Posts
Posts:Stenographer Grade CStenographer Grade D
SSC GD Recruitment 2026-2027
Educational Qualification
Candidates must pass Class 12th (Higher Secondary) from a recognized board or university.
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
Grade CMinimum Age: 18 YearsMaximum Age: 30 Years
Grade DMinimum Age: 18 YearsMaximum Age: 27 Years
Age RelaxationSC/ST: 5 YearsOBC: 3 Years
PwBD: 10 Years
Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules.
ApplicationFee
CategoryFee : General/OBC/EWS₹100
SC/ST/PwD/Female No Fee
Selection Process
Computer Based Examination (CBT)
Skill Test in StenographyDocument Verification
Exam Pattern
Subject
General Intelligence & Reasoning,General Awareness,English Language & Comprehension
Total Questions: 200
Total Marks: 200
Exam Duration: 2 Hours
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
SSC GD Recruitment 2026-2027
Details
Grade C-Dictation Speed: 100 words per minute
Grade D-Dictation Speed: 80 words per minute
Salary Grade C Pay Level-6Salary: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 per Month grade D-Pay Level-4Salary: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 per month
How to ApplyVisit the official SSC website.Complete One-Time Registration (OTR).Fill out the online application form.Upload documents and photo/signature.Pay the application fee.Submit and print the final form.
