The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for the Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and ‘D’ Examination 2025, inviting online applications from eligible candidates. This competitive exam offers excellent central government job opportunities in various ministries, departments, and organizations across India.
SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2025 – Overview
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Recruiting Body: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
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Post Names: Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & Grade ‘D’
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Job Type: Central Government
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Total Vacancies: Approx. 261 (tentative)
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Application Mode: Online
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Official Website: https://ssc.gov.in
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Application Dates: 6 June 2025 to 26 June 2025
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CBT Exam Dates: 6 August to 11 August 2025
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
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Must have passed 12th Standard or equivalent from a recognized board as of 1 August 2025.
Age Limit (as of 1 August 2025)
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Stenographer Grade ‘C’: 18 to 30 years
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Stenographer Grade ‘D’: 18 to 27 years
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Age Relaxation:
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SC/ST: 5 years
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OBC: 3 years
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PwBD: Up to 15 years depending on category
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Ex-Servicemen and others as per SSC norms
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Vacancy Details
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Tentative total vacancies: 261+
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Final and category-wise vacancy details will be updated on the SSC website.
Selection Process
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Computer Based Test (CBT)
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Skill Test in Stenography
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Document Verification
CBT Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
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| I | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| II | General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| III | English Language & Comprehension | 100 | 100 |
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Total Duration: 2 hours
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Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
Skill Test Details
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Grade ‘C’: 100 wpm shorthand speed
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Grade ‘D’: 80 wpm shorthand speed
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Transcription Time (on computer):
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English: 50 mins (Grade D), 40 mins (Grade C)
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Hindi: 65 mins (Grade D), 55 mins (Grade C)
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Application Fee
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General/OBC/EWS: ₹100
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SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen: Exempted
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Payment Mode: Online (UPI, Debit/Credit card, Net Banking)
How to Apply
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Visit https://ssc.gov.in
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Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR)
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Fill the Online Application Form for Stenographer Exam 2025
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Upload required documents
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Pay the application fee and submit
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Print the application for reference
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Start of Online Application | 6 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 June 2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 June 2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Correction Window | 1 – 2 July 2025 |
| Computer Based Exam | 6 – 11 August 2025 |
Important Link
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
Conclusion
The SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2025 is a great opportunity for 12th-pass candidates to join various departments under the Government of India. With over 261 vacancies, aspirants must prepare well for the CBT and skill test. Ensure to complete the registration and application before the deadline.