SARKARI SEWAYOJAN

Ø  The official name for this job is the SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2026.

Ø  The Staff Selection Commission is the department managing this hiring process.

Ø  This recruitment is designed to find qualified candidates for both Grade C and Grade D levels.

Ø  A total of 731 seats are available for successful applicants across the country,.

Ø  Candidates can begin filling out their forms on 24 April 2026.

Ø  The portal for online applications will close on 15 May 2026 at 11 PM.

Ø  You must finish paying your exam fees by the 16 May 2026 deadline.

Ø  If you make a mistake, you can fix your form during the correction period on 20-21 May 2026.

Ø  The first stage of the exam (CBT) is planned for the months of July or August in 2026.

Ø  The specific dates for the stenography skill test will be provided in a future schedule.

Ø  General, OBC, and EWS male candidates are required to pay an application fee of ₹100.

Ø  Candidates belonging to SC or ST categories do not have to pay any fee.

Ø  All women, regardless of their category, are exempt from paying the application fee.

Ø  If you edit your form for the first time, a charge of ₹200 will be applied.

Ø  A second attempt to correct the form will cost a higher fee of ₹500.

Ø  Payments can be made using net banking, debit cards, or credit cards.

Ø  There is also an option to pay offline using the E-Challan mode.

Ø  To apply, you must have completed your 12th-grade schooling from any recognized Indian board.

Ø  Applicants must be at least 18 years old by the date of 1 August 2026.

Ø  For those interested in Grade D, the maximum age limit is 27 years.

Ø  For Grade C positions, the upper age limit is extended to 30 years.

Ø  Additional age relaxations are provided to specific groups based on the official commission rules.

Ø  The total number of vacant positions for both grades combined is 731,.

Ø  Candidates must pass a stenography skill test where they transcribe dictation.

Ø  For Grade C, the transcription time given is 40 minutes for English or 55 minutes for Hindi.

Ø  For Grade D, the time allowed is 50 minutes for English or 65 minutes for Hindi.

Ø  Every candidate must register on the new SSC website using the One Time Registration (OTR) system.

Ø  If you have not done the OTR on the new portal, you cannot apply for this job.

Ø  A major change has been made: you must now capture and upload your photo live.

Ø  During the live photo capture, ensure the background is white or a light color.

Ø  Make sure you are looking directly into the camera for the live photo upload.

Ø  Read the entire official notification carefully before starting your application.

Ø  Always preview your entire form to check for mistakes before you click submit.

Ø  The application is only considered complete once the required fee has been successfully paid.

Ø  Keep a printed copy of your final submitted application for your future records.

Ø  The exam follows a Computer Based Test (CBT) format.

Ø  Questions will cover subjects typical for Staff Selection Commission stenographer exams.

Ø  Detailed syllabus information is available via the official SSC syllabus link.

Ø  Candidates should study the pattern and syllabus to prepare for the July/August test,.

Ø  You can find the direct link to apply online on the official notification page.

Ø  The complete official recruitment notice can be downloaded for detailed reading.

Ø  A video tutorial is available to help you understand how to fill out the form in Hindi.

Ø  Updates regarding the admit card and exam results will be posted on the official SSC and Sarkari Result portals,.

Q. How many total posts are available in the SSC Stenographer 2026 recruitment?

There are a total of 731 vacancies for Grade C and Grade D positions combined,.

Q. What is the minimum educational requirement to apply for this job?

Candidates must have passed their 10+2 Intermediate exam from any recognized board in India.

Q. What is the last date to submit the online application?

The final date to apply online is 15 May 2026, and the window closes at 11:00 PM.

Q. Are female candidates required to pay any application fee?

No, all female candidates are exempted from paying the application fee regardless of their category.

Q. How has the photo submission process changed for this year? SSC now requires a live photo capture via a webcam or the official SSC App instead of uploading an old saved photo.