{"id":1814,"date":"2026-04-28T05:31:24","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T05:31:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/?p=1814"},"modified":"2026-04-28T05:31:25","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T05:31:25","slug":"ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Grade \u2018C\u2019 &amp; \u2018D\u2019 with 731 Vacancies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 : The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for the highly anticipated <strong>SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Recruitment 2026<\/strong>. This recruitment drive aims to fill approximately 731 tentative vacancies in various Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SSC-Recruitment1-1024x572.png\" alt=\"SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026\" class=\"wp-image-1815\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SSC-Recruitment1-1024x572.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SSC-Recruitment1-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SSC-Recruitment1-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SSC-Recruitment1.png 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a golden opportunity for candidates who possess stenography skills and are looking for a stable career in the central government. The application process is conducted entirely online through the new official portal. Candidates are encouraged to read the detailed eligibility criteria and application instructions provided in this notification to ensure a smooth submission before the deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Highlights_of_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\"><\/span>Highlights of SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Organization Name<\/strong><\/td><td>Staff Selection Commission (SSC)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Post Name<\/strong><\/td><td>Stenographer Grade \u2018C\u2019 &amp; \u2018D\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total Vacancies<\/strong><\/td><td>Approx 731 (Tentative)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Job Location<\/strong><\/td><td>All Over India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Application Mode<\/strong><\/td><td>Online Only<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Official Website<\/strong><\/td><td>ssc.gov.in<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vacancy_Details_for_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\"><\/span>Vacancy Details for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The vacancies are tentative and subject to change as per the requirements of user departments. Detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancies will be uploaded on the commission\u2019s website in due course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Post Name<\/th><th>Classification<\/th><th>Total Vacancies (Approx)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Stenographer Grade \u2018C\u2019<\/td><td>Group \u2018B\u2019, Non-Gazetted<\/td><td rowspan=\"2\">731<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Stenographer Grade \u2018D\u2019<\/td><td>Group \u2018C\u2019<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_Criteria_for_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\"><\/span>Eligibility Criteria for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To be eligible for the <strong>SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Recruitment 2026<\/strong>, candidates must meet the following nationality criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A citizen of India, or <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, or <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A person of Indian origin migrated from specific countries with the intention of permanent settlement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Educational_Qualification_for_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\"><\/span>Educational Qualification for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates must have passed the <strong>12th standard or equivalent examination<\/strong> from a recognized Board or University as of the cut-off date, which is August 1, 2026. Only candidates who have specific skills in stenography are eligible to apply, as a skill test is a mandatory part of the selection process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Age_Limit_for_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\"><\/span>Age Limit for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The age limit will be calculated as of <strong>August 1, 2026<\/strong>. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC\/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD: 10-15 years, etc.) as per government rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stenographer Grade \u2018C\u2019:<\/strong> 18 to 30 years (Born between 02-08-1996 and 01-08-2008). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stenographer Grade \u2018D\u2019:<\/strong> 18 to 27 years (Born between 02-08-1999 and 01-08-2008).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Application_Fees_for_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\"><\/span>Application Fees for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The application fee can be paid online via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa\/Mastercard\/RuPay cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>General\/OBC\/EWS Candidates:<\/strong> Rs. 100\/- <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Women\/SC\/ST\/PwBD\/Ex-Servicemen:<\/strong> Exempted (No Fee)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026_Selection_Process\"><\/span>SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Selection Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The selection process for <strong>SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Recruitment 2026<\/strong> involves multiple stages to ensure only the most skilled candidates are recruited:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Computer Based Examination (CBE):<\/strong> An objective type multiple-choice test consisting of General Intelligence &amp; Reasoning, General Awareness, and English Language &amp; Comprehension. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Skill Test in Stenography:<\/strong> Shortlisted candidates will undergo a dictation test for 10 minutes at a speed of 100 w.p.m. (Grade C) and 80 w.p.m. (Grade D). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Document Verification (DV):<\/strong> Conducted by user departments after the final result declaration.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Apply_for_SSC_Stenographer_Grade_C_and_D_Recruitment_2026\"><\/span>How to Apply for SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Recruitment 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the official SSC website at <strong>ssc.gov.in<\/strong>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the <strong>One-Time Registration (OTR)<\/strong> if you are a new user. You will need a live photograph capture during this process. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Login using your Registration Number and Password. Click on the \u201cApply\u201d link under the \u201cStenographer Grade \u2018C\u2019 &amp; \u2018D\u2019 Examination, 2026\u201d section. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill in the required details, upload your signature (10-20 KB), and select your preferred exam centers. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proceed to pay the application fee if applicable. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review the application form carefully and click \u201cSubmit.\u201d <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Links_for_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\"><\/span>Important Links for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Important Links<\/th><th>Link<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Official Notification<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/juniortest.com\/media\/files\/download\/ssc-recruitment-2026\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/juniortest.com\/media\/files\/download\/ssc-recruitment-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ff0000\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Click Here<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Apply Online Link<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/ssc.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ff0000\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Click Here<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>More Information<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ff0000\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Click Here<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Dates_for_SSC_Stenographer_2026\"><\/span>Important Dates for SSC Stenographer 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Start Date of Online Application<\/strong><\/td><td>April 24, 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Last Date for Online Application<\/strong><\/td><td>May 15, 2026 (23:00 hrs)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Last Date for Online Fee Payment<\/strong><\/td><td>May 16, 2026 (23:00 hrs)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Correction Window Dates<\/strong><\/td><td>May 20, 2026 to May 21, 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Schedule of Computer Based Exam<\/strong><\/td><td>July \u2013 August 2026<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Live Photo:<\/strong> Applications now require a live photograph captured through the portal\/app; pre-existing photos will be rejected. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Negative Marking:<\/strong> There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the CBE. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Skill Test:<\/strong> The skill test is mandatory and qualifying in nature. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Correction Charges:<\/strong> Rs. 200 for the first time and Rs. 500 for the second time during the correction window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts_on_SSC_Stenographer_2026\"><\/span>Final Thoughts on SSC Stenographer 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Recruitment 2026<\/strong> represents a major recruitment cycle for aspirants in the stenography field. With over 730 vacancies, candidates should begin their preparation for the Computer Based Examination and practice their shorthand speed diligently. Ensure you complete your OTR and submit the application well before the deadline to avoid any technical glitches due to high traffic on the closing days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.juniortest.com\/images\/ssc-recruitment-2026-1.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026\/#Highlights_of_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\" >Highlights of SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026\/#Vacancy_Details_for_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\" >Vacancy Details for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026\/#Eligibility_Criteria_for_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\" >Eligibility Criteria for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026\/#Educational_Qualification_for_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\" >Educational Qualification for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026\/#Age_Limit_for_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\" >Age Limit for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026\/#Application_Fees_for_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\" >Application Fees for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026\/#SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026_Selection_Process\" >SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Selection Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026\/#How_to_Apply_for_SSC_Stenographer_Grade_C_and_D_Recruitment_2026\" >How to Apply for SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Recruitment 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026\/#Important_Links_for_SSC_Stenographer_Recruitment_2026\" >Important Links for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026\/#Important_Dates_for_SSC_Stenographer_2026\" >Important Dates for SSC Stenographer 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/ssc-stenographer-recruitment-2026\/#Final_Thoughts_on_SSC_Stenographer_2026\" >Final Thoughts on SSC Stenographer 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 : The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification &#8230; 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