SSC Combined Stenographer Exam 2026

HARYANA, MADHYA PRADESH, MEGHALAYA, PONDICHERY
Apply By: 15 May 2026

Job Description

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is inviting online applications for Combined Stenographer Grade C/ D Exam 2026, to fill up 731 permanent Stenographer posts across various Ministries and Departments. The last date to apply is 2026-05-15. The role involves stenography work such as transcription, documentation, and administrative support in government offices, requiring proficiency in shorthand and typing skills.

SSC Combined Stenographer Exam 2026 Overview
Registration Date
24 Apr 2026 – 15 May 2026
Salary
Stenographer Grade ‘C’: Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400); Stenographer Grade ‘D’: Pay Level-6 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)
Vacancies
731
Eligibility
Passed 12th Standard or equivalent from a recognized Board as on 01-08-2026. Must possess stenography skills.
Application Link
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Vacancy Details

Stenographer Grade ‘C’
  • Total 731 vacancies
  • Category-wise breakup will be be notified later
18 to 30 years

Passed 12th Standard or equivalent from a recognized Board as on 01-08-2026.

Also, Must possess stenography skills

Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)

The starting salary is expected to be around ₹58,000, subject to variation based on applicable allowances and posting location.

Stenographer Grade ‘D’
  • Total 731 vacancies
  • Category-wise breakup will be be notified later
18 to 27 years

Passed 12th Standard or equivalent from a recognized Board as on 01-08-2026.

Also, Must possess stenography skills

Pay Level-6 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)

The starting salary is expected to be around ₹42,000 (may vary based on rate of allowances and posting location)

How to Apply

  1. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the SSC website if not already done.
  2. Login using registration credentials and select the Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination 2026.
  3. Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, and other required details.
  4. Capture live photograph as per instructions (clear face, no cap/spectacles, proper lighting).
  5. Upload scanned signature in JPG/JPEG format (10–20 KB, approx. 6.0 cm × 2.0 cm). Upload required documents as applicable.
  6. Preview the application form and verify all details before final submission.
  7. Pay the application fee online (if applicable) by 2026-05-16.
  8. Submit the application form on or before 2026-05-15 (11 PM).
  9. Take a printout of the application form for future reference. No need to send it to Staff Selection Commission at this stage.
  10. If needed, make corrections in the application form between 2026-05-20 to 2026-05-21 by paying correction charges (Rs 200 for first correction and Rs 500 for 2nd correction).
  11. If any difficulty is faced while filling the application form, candidates can contact the SSC Helpdesk through the toll-free number 1800 309 3063.

Application Fee

  • General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
  • SC / ST / Women / Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) / Ex-Servicemen Candidates: No Fee

Age Limit

  • Reference Dates for Unreserved category -
    • Grade C: Born between 02-08-1996 and 01-08-2008
    • Grade D: Born between 02-08-1999 and 01-08-2008
  • Upper Age Relaxation
    • SC/ST: 5 years
    • OBC: 3 years
    • PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years
    • PwBD (OBC): 13 years
    • PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
    • Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deduction of military service
    • Central Govt Employees (Group C): up to 40 years (45 years for SC/ST)
    • Widows/Divorced Women: up to 35 years (40 years for SC/ST)

Organization

Name: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is inviting online applications for Combined Stenographer Grade C/ D Exam 2026, to fill up 731 permanent Stenographer posts across various Ministries and Departments. The last date to apply is 2026-05-15. The role involves stenography work such as transcription, documentation, and administrative support in government offices, requiring proficiency in shorthand and typing skills.

Website: https://ssc.gov.in

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