SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026
🏛️ CENTRAL SECRETARIAT TIMELINES INITIALIZED: 2,000+ SEATS EXPECTED
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has updated its annual calendar metrics for the upcoming deployment of the Stenographer Grade 'C' (Group 'B' Non-Gazetted) and Grade 'D' (Group 'C') Examination, 2026. This national entry pipeline awards permanent structural placements inside prestigious executive networks, including the Central Secretariat Stenographers Service, Armed Forces Headquarters, and Ministry of External Affairs offices.
📅 Anticipated Application & Test Matrix
| Recruitment Evaluation Milestone | Official Scheduled Window |
|---|---|
| Official Detailed Notification Drop | Coming Up Shortly |
| Online Application Gateway Windows | Parallel to Notification Release |
| National Computer Based Written Test | Scheduled Testing Timeline Shifts |
| Official Shorthand Skill Speed Trials | Post Written Result Declarations |
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👤 Essential Educational & Age Cutoff Rules
- Educational Mandate: Candidates must have successfully cleared their Class 12 (Intermediate) Pass or structural equivalent configuration from an accredited school board.
- Stenographer Grade C Age Boundaries: Minimum limit is 18 Years and Maximum threshold stands at 30 Years. Domicile SC/ST receive up to 5 extra years, and OBC capture 3 extra years.
- Stenographer Grade D Age Boundaries: Minimum limit is 18 Years and Maximum threshold sits locked at 27 Years.
- Application Processing Fees: General / EWS / OBC Male applicants: ₹100. (All female profiles, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are completely exempted from fee channels).
📝 2-Tier Written & Shorthand Selection Pattern
The selection framework eliminates mathematical segments entirely, focusing on language accuracy and dictation translation loops:
- Phase-I Online Written CBT (2 Hours): Evaluates a 200-mark objective split consisting of English Language & Comprehension (100 Questions), General Intelligence & Reasoning (50 Questions), and General Awareness (50 Questions). A strict 0.25 negative marking penalty applies for incorrect answers.
- Phase-II Core Shorthand Skill Test: Shortlisted profiles undergo a 10-minute speech dictation run. Grade C profiles must match an 100 WPM audio transcription speed, while Grade D targets a 80 WPM transcription speed. Computer typing transcription deadlines apply post dictation.
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