SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 326 Posts

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the recruitment notification for the Grade ‘C’ Stenographer Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2025-26. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 326 vacancies for the post of Grade ‘C’ Stenographer across various prestigious central government departments and services. Eligible departmental candidates who are currently serving as Stenographer Grade ‘D’ and seeking a promotion to Grade ‘C’ can submit their applications through the official SSC portal. This is a golden opportunity for government employees to elevate their career and serve in higher administrative capacities.

SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Overview

SSC Steno 2026 Important Dates

SSC Steno 2025 Vacancy Details

The Staff Selection Commission has announced a total of 326 tentative vacancies for the recruitment year 2025. These posts are distributed across several central services, providing significant promotional opportunities for eligible Grade ‘D’ Stenographers.

Eligibility & Nationality

• Nationality: The candidate must be a citizen of India.

• Status: Only regular Stenographer Grade ‘D’ employees of the participating services are eligible to apply.

• Condition: Candidates must have rendered a specific length of regular continuous service (usually 3 to 5 years depending on the cadre) as of the crucial date mentioned in the notification.

Education Details

Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard (Intermediate) or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University. Since this is a departmental exam, the candidate must already be holding a permanent or officiating post of Stenographer Grade ‘D’ in the designated services.

Pay Scale

Selected candidates for the Grade ‘C’ Stenographer post will be placed in the following pay structure:

• Pay Level: Level-7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).

• Pay Matrix: ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400.

• Grade Pay: ₹4,600 (Pre-revised).

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: Generally, candidates should not exceed 50 years of age.

• Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST candidates (up to 5 years) and other categories as per the prevailing Government of India orders regarding departmental examinations.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of two major stages:

1. Written Examination: A Computer-Based Examination (CBE) focusing on objective-type questions.

2. Stenography Skill Test: Candidates who clear the written exam must undergo a shorthand test at 100 words per minute (w.p.m.) in either English or Hindi.

3. Document Verification: Final scrutiny of service records and educational certificates.

Exam Pattern

The Computer-Based Examination will follow the pattern below:

• Note: There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

Application Fee

As per the departmental recruitment norms:

• All Candidates: ₹100/-

• SC/ST/Women Candidates: Exempted from fee payment.

How to Apply

1. Visit Official Website: Go to https://ssc.gov.in/.
2. One-Time Registration: Complete the OTR process if not already registered.
3. Login: Use your registration number and password to access the dashboard.
4. Apply Online: Click on the link for “Grade ‘C’ Stenographers LDCE 2024-2025-2026”.
5. Fill Details: Enter service details, educational qualifications, and exam center preferences.
6. Upload Documents: Upload a recent photograph and signature as per the prescribed format.
7. Payment: Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
8. Submit & Print: Submit the form and take a printout.
9. Hard Copy Submission: Send the printed application through the proper channel (Head of Department) to the SSC Regional Office.

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