Quick Recruitment Facts
Job At A Glance • Verified Government Parameters
Recruiting Authority
Staff Selection Commission
Advt No: F. No. HQ-PPI03/16/2026-PP_1
Total Vacancies
1,200 Posts
All India
Last Date to Apply
18 September 2026
Application Window Closed
Minimum Qualification
12th Standard pass or equivalent from recognized Board or University, Stenography Skill: 100 wpm (Grade C) / 80 wpm (Grade D)
Refer details below for post-wise norms
Age Limit
18 – 30 Years
As on crucial date
Salary / Pay Scale
Grade C: Level-6/7 (Rs. 35,400 - 1,42,400) / Grade D: Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 - 81,100)
Recruitment Overview
SSC has published the notification for the Stenographer Grade C & D Examination 2026. Eligible 12th pass candidates with shorthand skills can register on ssc.gov.in.
Important Dates
Application Start Date
10 August 2026
Online registration opens
Last Date to Apply
18 September 2026
Closing of online application
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2026 | 1200 | 12th Standard pass or equivalent from recognized Board or University |
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits
Prescribed Essential Qualifications and Age Relaxations
Educational Qualification
- 12th Standard pass or equivalent from recognized Board or University
- Stenography Skill: 100 wpm (Grade C) / 80 wpm (Grade D)
Age Limit & Relaxations
Post-Wise Educational Criteria
| Post Name | Vacancies | Prescribed Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2026 | 1,200 | 12th Standard pass or equivalent from recognized Board or University |
Application Fee
Category-wise fee & payment modes
Fee Structure
Rs. 100/-. Women, SC, ST, PwD, ESM candidates are exempted.
Selection Process
Recruitment examination stages
- 1Computer Based Examination (200 marks)
- 2Skill Test in Stenography (Qualifying)
Official Links
Current Stage:Final Selection & Appointment Orders
Official Notification Released
AwaitedOfficial recruitment notification (F. No. HQ-PPI03/16/2026-PP_1) published by Staff Selection Commission.
Online Application Window
CompletedOnline application portal has closed.
Admit Card / Hall Ticket Release
CompletedAdmit cards released for download with exam city information.
Written / CBT Examination
CompletedExamination successfully concluded.
Provisional Answer Key & Objections
AwaitedProvisional keys released within 3–5 days of exam completion.
Final Master Answer Key
AwaitedFinal key published alongside or prior to result declaration.
Exam Result & Cutoff Merit List
AwaitedResult calculation in progress.
Document Verification & Medical Examination
AwaitedSchedule will be issued for qualified candidates.
Final Selection & Appointment Orders
AwaitedFinal merit list and appointment orders awaited.
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Authority: Staff Selection Commission