SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026 — 1,715 Vacancies, Salary ₹81,100 & Apply Online
The SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2026 is a top government job opportunity for 12th pass candidates. Conducted by the Staff Selection Commission, this exam recruits stenographers for various central government ministries and departments with a salary of ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 per month. With only a speed test required (no degree needed), SSC Stenographer is one of the most achievable government jobs.
📌 SSC Stenographer 2026 — Key Highlights
- Conducting Body: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- Total Vacancies: 1,715
- Posts: Stenographer Grade C (₹47,600–₹1,51,100) & Grade D (₹25,500–₹81,100)
- Eligibility: 12th Pass from recognized board
- Age Limit: 18–27 years (Grade D) | 18–30 years (Grade C)
- Official Website: ssc.gov.in
SSC Stenographer 2026 — Post-wise Details
| Post | Pay Level | Salary | Speed Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade C | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400/month | 100 WPM (English) / 80 WPM (Hindi) |
| Stenographer Grade D | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100/month | 80 WPM (English) / 65 WPM (Hindi) |
SSC Stenographer 2026 — Exam Pattern
Stage 1 — Computer Based Test (CBT)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 2 Hours |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| English Language & Comprehension | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 | — |
⚠️ Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer. English has maximum weightage (100 marks) — focus maximum time here.
Stage 2 — Stenography Skill Test (Qualifying)
- Grade D: 10 minutes dictation at 80 WPM → transcription in 50 minutes (English) or 65 minutes (Hindi)
- Grade C: 10 minutes dictation at 100 WPM → transcription in 40 minutes (English) or 55 minutes (Hindi)
How to Prepare for Stenography Skill Test
- Practice shorthand daily — minimum 2 hours
- Use Pitman or Gregg shorthand system
- Online practice at sscnr.net.in
- Target 100+ WPM for Grade D (buffer for exam day nervousness)
SSC Stenographer needs 12th pass only — like India Post GDS 2026. For higher salary government jobs check SSC CGL 2026 requiring graduation.
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How to Apply for SSC Stenographer 2026
- Visit ssc.gov.in
- Click "Apply" → SSC Stenographer 2026
- Register with mobile and email
- Fill personal + educational details
- Upload photo (20-50KB) and signature (10-20KB)
- Pay fee: ₹100 (General/OBC) | Free for SC/ST/Female/Ex-SM/PwD
- Submit and note registration number
SSC Stenographer 2026 — Expected Cut-off
| Category | Grade D Cut-off (Expected) | Grade C Cut-off (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| General | 115 – 125 / 200 | 130 – 140 / 200 |
| OBC | 108 – 118 / 200 | 123 – 133 / 200 |
| SC | 98 – 108 / 200 | 113 – 123 / 200 |
| ST | 88 – 98 / 200 | 103 – 113 / 200 |
💡 Tip: English section carries 100 marks — this is where the rank is decided. Read newspapers daily, practice reading comprehension, and learn vocabulary. For shorthand, start at 40 WPM and increase 10 WPM every 2 weeks.
Important Official Links
- 🔗 ssc.gov.in — Official SSC website & notification
- 🔗 Testbook.com — Free SSC Stenographer mocks
- 🔗 JobKaka.com — All SSC job updates
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Nevlite Editorial Team
Government exam experts & career counselors with 10+ years experience. All information verified from official government sources.
