SSC Stenographer 2026 · Notification & recruitment
SSC Stenographer Notification 2026: Recruitment, Vacancy, Dates, Fee and How to Apply
The latest SSC Stenographer notice is "Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination, 2026 — Notice", published 24 April 2026. Applications closed on 15 May 2026.
Official notice: Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination, 2026 — Notice →
Dates, vacancies, fee, eligibility and selection process, copied from the latest official notice. Nothing here is estimated; the official notice is the final word.
SSC Stenographer 2026 important dates
Applications closed on 15 May 2026.
| Online application | 24 April – 15 May 2026 (11 pm) |
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| Last date for fee payment | 16 May 2026 (11 pm) |
| Form correction window | 20 – 21 May 2026 (11 pm) |
| Computer-based exam, tentative | July – August 2026 |
Source: Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination, 2026 — Notice (published 24 April 2026). Confirm in the official notice before applying.
SSC Stenographer vacancy 2026
Vacancies: Approx. 731 (tentative; post- and category-wise list to be published on ssc.gov.in)
- Stenographer Grade 'C' (Group 'B', Non-Gazetted)
- Stenographer Grade 'D' (Group 'C')
- In various ministries, departments and organisations, including their attached offices
Source: Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination, 2026 — Notice (published 24 April 2026). Confirm in the official notice before applying.
SSC Stenographer 2026 vacancies
The notice gives approximately 731 tentative vacancies and says the Commission is still collecting vacancies from user departments. It does not print a post-wise or category-wise split; updated post-wise and category-wise vacancies are to be published later on the SSC website, so check that list before filling your preferences.
Vacancies for ex-servicemen are reserved only in the Group 'C' post, that is, Stenographer Grade 'D'.
SSC Stenographer eligibility summary
Age limit: Grade 'C': 18–30 years (born 2 Aug 1996 – 1 Aug 2008); Grade 'D': 18–27 years (born 2 Aug 1999 – 1 Aug 2008) (as on 1 August 2026).
- 12th standard or equivalent pass from a recognised board or university
- Must be held on or before 1 August 2026; the result must be declared by then (mere processing does not count)
SSC Stenographer application fee
₹100
Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen eligible for reservation are exempted from the fee.
Source: Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination, 2026 — Notice (published 24 April 2026). Confirm in the official notice before applying.
SSC Stenographer selection process
- Computer-based examination
- Skill test in stenography (mandatory, qualifying)
- Online option form and allocation on merit-cum-preference
- Document verification by the user departments after the final result
How to apply for SSC Stenographer 2026
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Complete One-Time Registration
Apply online on ssc.gov.in or the mySSC app. If you have not yet registered on the new website, you must complete One-Time Registration first; Aadhaar-based authentication is advised.
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Capture your photo live
The photograph is taken live during the application. Find a place with good light and a plain background, and keep the camera at eye level.
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Upload your signature
Scan your signature as a JPEG/JPG of 10–20 KB, about 6.0 cm wide by 2.0 cm high.
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Choose your posts and skill-test language
Indicate whether you are applying for Grade 'C', Grade 'D' or both, and choose English or Hindi for the skill test. Applications were accepted from 24 April to 15 May 2026 (11 pm).
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Pay the fee
The fee is ₹100, paid online by BHIM UPI, net banking or Visa, Mastercard, Maestro or RuPay debit card until 16 May 2026 (11 pm). Women, SC, ST, PwBD and ex-servicemen eligible for reservation are exempt.
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Use the correction window if needed
Corrections were allowed from 20 to 21 May 2026 (11 pm): ₹200 for the first resubmission and ₹500 for the second, for all candidates. SSC's toll-free helpline is 1800 309 3063.
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Fill the online option form
Preferences for posts and departments are collected later through an Online Option Form. Allocation is made on your exam merit and these preferences.
SSC Stenographer official links
- Official notice (PDF): Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination, 2026 — Notice (published 24 April 2026)
- Official website: ssc.gov.in (the only place to apply)
Check the official notice before applying: https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/NoticeBoards/Notice_of_adv_steno_2026.pdf
Frequently asked questions
When can I apply for SSC Stenographer?
Online application: 24 April – 15 May 2026 (11 pm), as per the notice published on 24 April 2026. Applications are made only on ssc.gov.in.
How many vacancies are there in SSC Stenographer?
Approx. 731 (tentative; post- and category-wise list to be published on ssc.gov.in), according to the Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination, 2026 — Notice.
What is the application fee for SSC Stenographer?
₹100. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen eligible for reservation are exempted from the fee. (as per the Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination, 2026 — Notice).
How many vacancies are there in SSC Stenographer 2026?
About 731 tentative vacancies. The post-wise and category-wise split is to be published later on the SSC website.
Can I apply for both Grade 'C' and Grade 'D'?
Yes. The application form lets you choose Grade 'C', Grade 'D' or both.
Who is exempt from the SSC Stenographer fee?
Women, SC, ST, PwBD and ex-servicemen candidates eligible for reservation. Everyone else pays ₹100 online.