SSC Stenographer exam 2026: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will soon close the online application process for the Stenographer Grade C and Grade D examination 2026. Interested candidates can apply through the official SSC website before the last date, May 15, 2026.This recruitment drive will be conducted for approximately 731 vacancies in various ministries, departments, organisations, and attached and subordinate offices of the Government of India.Candidates are advised to complete the application process early, as the last date and time for submission is 11 PM on May 15, 2026.The Commission has also made it clear that applications will be accepted only in online mode.
SSC Stenographer recruitment 2026 : Important dates
Below are the key dates:
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Start of online application | April 24, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | May 15, 2026 (11 PM) |
| Last date for online fee payment | May 16, 2026 (11 PM) |
| Application correction window | May 20 to May 21, 2026 (11 PM) |
| Computer-Based Examination | July to August 2026 |
SSC Stenographer recruitment 2026: Vacancy details
The Staff Selection Commission has announced around 731 vacancies for Grade C and Grade D posts.Detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancies will be released separately on the official website later. The recruitment is for direct appointment to Group B and Group C posts across different government departments.
SSC Stenographer recruitment 2026: Eligibility criteria
Educational qualification
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board or university by August 1, 2026.
- Only candidates with stenography skills will be eligible to appear for the examination.
Age limit for Grade C posts:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 30 years
For Grade D posts:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 27 years
- The age will be calculated as on August 1, 2026.
- Age relaxation will be provided to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Class (OBC), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and ex-servicemen as per government rules.
SSC Stenographer recruitment 2026: OTR required
Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC portal before filling out the application form. Earlier registrations made on the old platform will not be valid for this recruitment.The Commission has also advised candidates to use Aadhaar-based authentication to make the verification process easier during the examination.
SSC Stenographer recruitment 2026: Selection process
The examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode as an open competitive examination. After the final result is announced, document verification will be done by the concerned departments.Candidates must produce original certificates, mark sheets, and educational qualification proof during verification. If they fail to do so, their candidature may be cancelled.
How to apply for SSC Stenographer recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these simple steps to apply:
- Visit the official SSC website
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process
- Click on the Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2026 link
- Fill in the application form carefully
- Upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference
Direct link here.Candidates facing any issue during the application process can contact the toll-free helpline number 1800 309 3063.
