Overview & Important Highlights
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the updated and revised vacancy details for the Stenographer Grade 'C' and 'D' Examination 2026. Candidates who appeared or registered for this recruitment drive can now check the department-wise, category-wise, and grade-wise final vacancies on the official portal. This recruitment serves to fill non-gazetted positions across various Ministries, Departments, and Organizations under the Government of India.
Eligibility & Selection Criteria
Candidates applying or selected for these posts must fulfill the basic eligibility requirements as prescribed by the commission:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed 12th Standard or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
- Age Limit: For Stenographer Grade C, the age limit is 18 to 30 years. For Stenographer Grade D, the age limit is 18 to 27 years. Standard age relaxations apply for reserved categories.
- Selection Process: The selection comprises a Computer Based Test (CBT) covering General Intelligence, General Awareness, and English Language, followed by a mandatory Skill Test in Stenography (Shorthand). Final allotment is subject to merit, post preferences, and document verification.
Step-by-Step Application / Download Process
Candidates can review the revised vacancy breakdown by following these steps:
- Visit the official portal of Staff Selection Commission at ssc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Candidate's Corner or Notice Board section on the homepage.
- Click on the link titled Revised Vacancies for Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination 2026.
- A PDF document detailing the ministry-wise and category-wise post distribution will open on the screen.
- Download and save the PDF file for future reference and preference filling.
Important Instructions & Advice
Candidates are strongly advised to thoroughly review the department-wise allocation in the revised vacancy notification before submitting their final post preferences. Ensure all educational certificates, category credentials, and shorthand speed certificates are kept ready for verification. All updates regarding final merit lists and department nominations will be published exclusively on the official SSC website.