SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026

Closed Staff Selection Commission · SSC · All India

Answer key out 48 days ago

Released 23 Sep 2026

Result not out yet

Notice 24 Apr 2026 · ssc.gov.in ↗ Checked

SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026 is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for about 731 posts, open to candidates from all over India. Age 18–30 years depending on the post as on 1 Aug 2026; minimum qualification: 12th pass.

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Date of birth
Category
Highest qualification

At a glance

Posts
about 731The notice calls this number tentative.
Age
18–30 years · on 1 Aug 2026 · varies by post Relaxation: OBC-NCL +3 · SC +5 · ST +5 years
Qualification
12th pass · lowest across posts
Where
All India
Exam date
Held 9–15 Sep 2026

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Key dates

Notification out
24 Apr 2026
Applications open
24 Apr 2026
Applications close
15 May 2026
Exam
9 Sep 2026 – 15 Sep 2026
Answer key
23 Sep 2026
Objections till 26 Sep 2026
Result
To be announced
Stenography skill test
To be announced

Eligibility by post

Stenographer Grade C (age 18–30)
Age limit
18–30 yrs · age counted on 1 Aug 2026
Age relaxation
OBC-NCL +3 yrs · SC +5 yrs · ST +5 yrs
Date of birth
2 Aug 1996 – 1 Aug 2008 · General / UR · EWS2 Aug 1993 – 1 Aug 2008 · OBC-NCL2 Aug 1991 – 1 Aug 2008 · SC · ST
Qualification
12th pass from a recognised board by 01 Aug 2026. You must already know stenography: the skill test is a 10-minute dictation at 100 words per minute in English or Hindi, typed out on a computer.
State
All India
Stenographer Grade D (age 18–27)
Age limit
18–27 yrs · age counted on 1 Aug 2026
Age relaxation
OBC-NCL +3 yrs · SC +5 yrs · ST +5 yrs
Date of birth
2 Aug 1999 – 1 Aug 2008 · General / UR · EWS2 Aug 1996 – 1 Aug 2008 · OBC-NCL2 Aug 1994 – 1 Aug 2008 · SC · ST
Qualification
12th pass from a recognised board by 01 Aug 2026. You must already know stenography: the skill test is a 10-minute dictation at 80 words per minute in English or Hindi, typed out on a computer.
State
All India

How selection works

  1. Computer-based exam
  2. Stenography skill test (qualifying)
  3. Document verification

Fee and pay

General, OBC, EWS (men)
₹100
Women, SC, ST, PwBD, ex-servicemen
No fee
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Common questions about SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026

What is the last date to apply for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026?

The last date to apply is 15 May 2026. Applications open on 24 Apr 2026.

When is the SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026 exam?

The exam was held on 9–15 Sep 2026.

When is the stenography skill test for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026?

The stenography skill test date has not been announced yet: the notice does not give it, and the official website had none when we last checked (9 Nov 2026). It will be published on ssc.gov.in. Follow this exam to get an alert the day it is announced.

What is the age limit for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026?

18–30 years depending on the post, counted as on 1 Aug 2026. How age is counted

Is there age relaxation in SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026?

Yes. The upper age limit is relaxed by 3 years for OBC-NCL, 5 years for SC and 5 years for ST. Persons with disabilities get extra relaxation too — see the official notification for the exact years. Age relaxation explained

What qualification do I need for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026?

At least: 12th pass. The exact requirement differs by post — see “Eligibility by post” above.

Where is the official notification for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026?

It is published by the Staff Selection Commission. Applications are made on ssc.gov.in. Open the official notification ↗

How do I know if I’m eligible for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026?

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