The Staff Selection Commission will hold an Open Competitive Computer Based Examination for direct recruitment to the posts of Stenographer Grade ‘C’ (Group ‘B’, Non- Gazetted) and Stenographer Grade ‘D’ (Group ‘C’) in various Ministries/Departments/Organizations. There are 731 vacancies.
Prospective candidates are encouraged to act quickly, as the online application window opens on 24-04-2026, and will remain active until 15-05-2026 (23:00 hrs). All eligible aspirants submit their applications through the official website, https://ssc.gov.in
SSC Recruitment 2026 : Key Highlights
| Organization Name: | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Names: | Stenographer Grade C & Stenographer Grade D |
| Total Vacancies: | 731 |
| Eligiblity: | Must have passed 12th standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University as on or before 01.08.2026 |
| Place of Posting: | Located in various States and Union Territories in various Ministries/Departments/Organizations |
| Apply Mode: | Online |
| Application Start Date | 24-04-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply: | 15-05-2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Official Website: | https://ssc.gov.in |
Available Posts and Vacancies:
SSC is looking for Energetic Individuals for the following roles. The total number of vacancies is 731
Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualifications:
- Stenographer Grade C and D – 12th standard or equivalent examination
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Age Limit (As of 01.08.2026):
| Age Limit | ||
| SI No | Post Name | (As on 01.08.2026) |
| 01 | Stenographer Grade ‘C’ | 18 to 30 years |
| 02 | Stenographer Grade ‘D’ | 18 to 27 years |
Age Relaxations:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC – 3 years
- PwBD (Unreserved/EWS) – 10 years
- PwBD (OBC) – 13 years
- PwBD (SC/ST) – 15 years
Selection Process:
- Computer Based Examination
- Skill Test in Stenography (mandatory but qualifying in nature)
- Document Verification (conducted by the User Departments/Organizations after declaration of the final result)
Application Fee:
| General/EWS/OBC | ₹100/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | No Fee |
Note: Women candidates are also exempted from payment of fee.
Procedure to Apply:
To apply for the SSC Recruitment 2026, eligible candidates complete the process through the official online portal at https://ssc.gov.in or the my SSC mobile application. The application window is open from 24-04-2026, to 15-05-2026 (23:00 Hrs.). Candidates must generate a One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new website before filling out the application form.
Important Dates (Other Key Dates):
- Last date for making online fee payment: 16-05-2026 (23:00 hrs)
- Date of “Window for Application Form Correction”: 20-05-2026 to 21-05-2026 (23:00 hrs)
- Schedule of Computer Based Examination: July – August 2026
Important Links
| SSC Official Portal | SSC Official Website |
| SSC Official Notice (PDF) | Notification Link |
| SSC Online Application | Apply Link |
