The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has opened applications for the Stenographer Grade C and Grade D Recruitment 2025. This annual competitive exam aims to fill stenographer posts in various Central Government ministries, departments, and subordinate offices across India. Candidates with stenography skills and a 12th pass qualification can apply.
This article details the eligibility criteria, key dates, application process, vacancy info, salary, syllabus, exam pattern, selection procedure, and other important aspects.
Key Highlights #
- Recruiting Body: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- Exam Name: SSC Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2025
- Posts Offered: Stenographer Grade ‘C’ (Group B, Non-Gazetted) and Grade ‘D’ (Group C)
- Mode of Application: Online
- Official Website: ssc.gov.in
Important Dates #
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 06 June 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 06 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 June 2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 27 June 2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 01 July to 02 July 2025 |
| Exam Dates (CBT) | 06 – 11 August 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | 4–5 days before exam |
Eligibility Criteria #
Nationality
Applicants must be:
- Citizens of India or
- Subjects of Nepal/Bhutan or
- Tibetan refugees or
- Persons of Indian origin migrated from select countries (with valid eligibility certificate from the Government of India)
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2025)
- Grade C: 18 – 30 years
- Grade D: 18 – 27 years
Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, ESM, and other eligible categories as per government norms.
Educational Qualification
- Must have passed 12th standard (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board as on or before 01 August 2025.
Vacancy Details #
- Tentative Total Vacancies: Approximately 261
- Post-wise & category-wise distribution will be updated on the SSC portal in due course.
Application Fee #
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female/ESM | Nil |
Payment Mode: Online through Net Banking, UPI, or Credit/Debit Cards
How to Apply Online #
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new portal (even if previously registered on the old site).
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload:
- Live-captured passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature (JPEG/JPG; 6.0 cm × 2.0 cm)
- Pay the applicable fee online.
- Submit and preview your application.
- Download and save the confirmation copy.
Documents Required #
- 10+2 Certificate/Marksheet
- Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, etc.)
- Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS/Income Certificate (for EWS candidates)
- Passport-size photo
- Signature image
Selection Process #
The selection process involves three stages:
- Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
- Skill Test in Stenography
- Document Verification
Stage 1: Computer-Based Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 2 hours |
| II | General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| III | English Language & Comprehension | 100 | 100 |
- Type: Objective Multiple Choice
- Language: Bilingual (English & Hindi)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer
Stage 2: Skill Test in Stenography
Candidates will take a 10-minute dictation at:
- 100 w.p.m. for Grade C
- 80 w.p.m. for Grade D
Transcription time:
| Post | Language | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Grade C | English | 40 minutes |
| Grade C | Hindi | 55 minutes |
| Grade D | English | 50 minutes |
| Grade D | Hindi | 65 minutes |
(Extra time is granted for PwD candidates with scribes)
Exam Syllabus #
General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Verbal and Non-verbal Reasoning
- Similarities and Differences
- Coding-Decoding
- Number Series
- Problem Solving and Judgment
General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- Indian Constitution
- History, Culture, Geography
- Scientific Research, Polity & Economy
English Language & Comprehension
- Vocabulary, Grammar, Synonyms/Antonyms
- Sentence Structure & Comprehension
- Paragraphs, Error Spotting, Cloze Test
Salary Structure #
- Stenographer Grade C: Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)
- Stenographer Grade D: Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)
Additional allowances include:
- DA
- HRA
- Transport Allowance
- Medical and Pension Benefits
Post Allocation & Joining Process #
- Candidates are allotted ministries/departments based on:
- Merit rank
- Preferences filled during the application
- Final appointment is subject to:
- Medical Fitness
- Document Verification
- Police Verification
Correction Window Guidelines #
- Correction Dates: 01–02 July 2025
- First Correction Charge: ₹200
- Second Correction Charge: ₹500
- Corrections allowed only for fully submitted and paid applications
Minimum Qualifying Marks #
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 30% |
| OBC/EWS | 25% |
| Others | 20% |
Final Selection #
Final merit list will be prepared based on:
- Normalized scores of CBT
- Qualifying Skill Test
- Preference of posts/departments
