SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2026 Answer Key
Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2026 - 731 Posts
Short Notice: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2026. A total of 731 vacancies are tentatively advertised. Online application was invited from 24 April to 15 May 2026 through the new SSC website ssc.gov.in. The examination includes Computer Based Test (CBT) and Stenography Skill Test.
Current Update: SSC has released the Provisional Answer Key on 31 August 2026 for Stenographer Grade C & D CBT Exam held from 09 to 15 September 2026. Exam City details were made available on 31 August 2026. Candidates can download the answer key along with response sheet and raise objections through the official website ssc.gov.in. Skill Test dates will be announced separately.
SSC Stenographer 2026 Overview
Organization
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam Name
Stenographer Grade C & D Examination 2026
Total Vacancies
731 Posts (Tentative)
Application Dates
24 Apr - 15 May 2026
Qualification
10+2 Intermediate Pass
Age Limit
18-27 Years (D) / 18-30 Years (C)
Selection Process
CBT + Skill Test + DV
Official Website
ssc.gov.in
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 24 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15 May 2026 upto 11 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 May 2026 |
| Correction Date | 20 - 21 May 2026 |
| Exam City Available | 31 August 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | 09 - 15 September 2026 |
| Answer Key Available | 31 August 2026 |
| Skill Test Exam Date | As per Schedule |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Grade | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stenographer | Grade C | 731 | 10+2 Intermediate Exam Passed from Any Recognized Board in India |
| Stenographer | Grade D |
Note: Final vacancy details are released separately by SSC. The 731 posts are tentative and may increase or decrease.
Age Limit as on 01/08/2026
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Grade D | 18 Years | 27 Years |
| Grade C | 18 Years | 30 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwD, Ex-Servicemen and other categories as per SSC rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| All Category Female | Nil (Exempted) |
| First Time Correction Charge | Rs. 200/- |
| Second Time Correction Charge | Rs. 500/- |
Payment Mode: Fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or E-Challan Offline mode.
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer in CBT.
Skill Test / Stenography Test
| Post | Dictation Time | Transcription Time English | Transcription Time Hindi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade D | 10 Minutes @ 80 WPM | 50 Minutes | 65 Minutes |
| Grade C | 10 Minutes @ 100 WPM | 40 Minutes | 55 Minutes |
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) - 200 Marks
- Stenography Skill Test - Qualifying
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
How to Download Answer Key
- Visit official website ssc.gov.in
- Go to Login section and login with Registration Number and Password.
- Click on Stenographer Grade C & D 2026 Answer Key / Response Sheet link.
- Download the answer key PDF and response sheet.
- Calculate your score and raise objection if any within given time.
Important Links
Download Answer Key
Check Exam City
Vacancy Details
Apply Online
Download Notification
Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When was SSC Stenographer 2026 Answer Key released?
Answer Key was released on 31 August 2026 for CBT exam held from 09 to 15 September 2026.
Q2. How many posts are there in SSC Stenographer 2026?
Total 731 tentative posts are advertised for Stenographer Grade C and D combined.
Q3. What is the qualification for SSC Stenographer 2026?
Candidates must have passed 10+2 Intermediate Exam from any recognized Board in India.
Q4. What is the age limit for SSC Stenographer?
Age limit is 18-27 years for Grade D and 18-30 years for Grade C as on 01 August 2026 with relaxation as per rules.
Q5. What is the application fee?
Fee is Rs. 100 for General/OBC/EWS, Nil for SC/ST and all female candidates. Correction charges Rs. 200 first time and Rs. 500 second time.
Q6. What is the exam pattern for SSC Stenographer?
CBT consists of 200 questions for 200 marks - Reasoning 50, General Awareness 50 and English 100 with 0.25 negative marking.
Q7. What is the skill test pattern?
For Grade D, dictation at 80 WPM with 50 min English transcription / 65 min Hindi transcription. For Grade C, 100 WPM with 40 min English / 55 min Hindi transcription.
Q8. When was SSC Stenographer 2026 application conducted?
Application was conducted from 24 April to 15 May 2026 with fee payment last date 16 May 2026.
Q9. Is there OTR required for SSC Stenographer?
Yes, SSC has started One Time Registration (OTR) on new website ssc.gov.in. Candidates must complete OTR before applying.
Q10. Where to download SSC Stenographer Answer Key?
Answer Key can be downloaded from official website ssc.gov.in through candidate login.
Disclaimer
CrackZoneExam.in provides recruitment information for educational and informational purposes only. Information is based on official SSC notification and Sarkari Result. Dates, vacancies, eligibility and answer key may be revised by SSC. Candidates must verify latest updates from official website ssc.gov.in before applying.
