The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and ‘D’ Examination 2025. This recruitment is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking central government jobs with 12th pass qualification. Interested candidates can apply online at the official website – https://ssc.gov.in – from 6th June 2025 to 26th June 2025.
In this article, you will find complete details about eligibility, important dates, vacancies, selection process, application process, and more.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 6 June 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 6 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 June 2025 (up to 11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 27 June 2025 (up to 11:00 PM) |
| Correction Window | 1 July to 2 July 2025 |
| CBT Exam Date | 6 to 11 August 2025 |
| Skill Test (Shorthand) | To be notified later |
📌 Vacancy Details
SSC has announced a total of 261 vacancies (tentative) for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and ‘D’ posts. The final vacancy distribution will be updated later based on confirmation from various ministries/departments.
- Stenographer Grade ‘C’: Posts in Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Attached/Subordinate Offices (Group B Non-Gazetted).
- Stenographer Grade ‘D’: Posts in various Central Government Departments (Group C).
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must have passed 12th Standard (10+2) or equivalent examination from a recognized board or university as on 1st August 2025.
Age Limit (as on 01-08-2025):
- Grade C: 18 to 30 years (Born between 02-08-1995 and 01-08-2007)
- Grade D: 18 to 27 years (Born between 02-08-1998 and 01-08-2007)
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwD: 10 years (additional for reserved categories)
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deduction of military service
🧾 Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
- Women / SC / ST / PwD / ExSM: Nil (Exempted)
Payment can be made via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa/MasterCard/Maestro/RuPay Credit/Debit cards. Offline payment through SBI Challan is not available this year.
🖊️ How to Apply for SSC Stenographer 2025?
Follow these simple steps to apply online:
- Visit https://ssc.gov.in
- Click on “Register Now” for new users under “One-Time Registration”.
- Complete your registration using Aadhaar authentication, and generate your Login ID and Password.
- After login, go to “Apply” > “Stenographer Grade C & D Examination 2025”.
- Fill in your personal, academic, and communication details carefully.
- Upload required documents:
- Recent Passport Photo (4KB–12KB, 100×120 pixels)
- Signature (1KB–12KB, 40×60 pixels)
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Take a printout or download a copy of the application for future reference.
📘 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in two major stages:
1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
- Questions will be Objective Multiple Choice and bilingual (Hindi & English), except for English section.
2. Skill Test in Stenography
Only those who qualify CBT will be called for the Skill Test.
- Dictation: 10 minutes in English or Hindi at:
- 100 w.p.m. for Grade C
- 80 w.p.m. for Grade D
- Transcription Time:
- English: Grade C – 40 min | Grade D – 50 min
- Hindi: Grade C – 55 min | Grade D – 65 min
The Skill Test is qualifying in nature but mandatory to secure appointment.
🧾 Documents Required at the Time of Application
- 10th & 12th Marksheet
- Government ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, etc.)
- Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport size photo & signature
- Valid mobile number & email ID
💰 Salary & Pay Scale
SSC Stenographer Grade C:
- Pay Level: 6
- Basic Pay: ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 + allowances
SSC Stenographer Grade D:
- Pay Level: 4
- Basic Pay: ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 + allowances
Additional benefits include DA, HRA, TA, NPS, etc., as per central govt norms.
📌 Tips for Preparation
- Focus on accuracy and speed in English & Reasoning.
- Revise current affairs, static GK, and previous year SSC questions.
- Practice dictation and transcription daily for the skill test.
- Attempt mock tests and analyze weak areas.
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