Short Detail:
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has posted the Stenographer Grade C & D 2026 Tier-I answer key for an earlier recruitment with 1,170 posts. Candidates can view their response sheets through SSC login. If an answer appears wrong, submit an online objection by 26/09/2026 at 11:00 PM. Save a copy of the response sheet before access ends.
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: Stenographer Grade C & D Examination 2026
Important Dates
- Form Start Date: 24/04/2026
- Form Last Date: 15/05/2026 (11:00 PM)
- Fee Payment Last Date: 16/05/2026 (11:00 PM)
- Form Correction Date: 20/05/2026 to 21/05/2026
- Tier 1 Admit Card Date: 06/09/2026
- Tier 1 Exam Date: 09/09/2026 to 12/09/2026 and 15/09/2026
- Tier-I Answer Key Date: 23/09/2026
- Objection Window: 23/09/2026 (11:00 PM) to 26/09/2026 (11:00 PM)
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / PwD / Female: ₹0
- Pay online by debit card, credit card or net banking. First correction ₹200; second correction ₹500.
SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026 Age Limit
As On Date: 01/08/2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 (Grade D) / 30 (Grade C) Years
- SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026 Is Providing Extra Age Relaxation Age Per The Rules”
SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 1,170
| Post | Number of posts |
|---|---|
| Grade C Stenographer | 149 |
| Grade D Stenographer | 1,021 |
| Total | 1,170 |
Eligibility Details
- Applicants needed a Class 12 (10+2) pass from a recognized board as of 01/08/2026. They must also qualify in the stenography skill test.
SSC Stenographer Grade C & D: Salary Details
| Grade | Pay scale shown |
|---|---|
| C | ₹9,300–34,800 |
| D | ₹5,200–20,200 |
Important Links
| View Tier-I Answer Key and Response Sheet | Click Here |
| Read Answer Key Notice | Click Here |
| Read Skill Test Addendum | Click Here |
| Exam City Corrigendum | Click Here |
| Exam City Notice | Click Here |
| Tentative Post List | Click Here |
| SSC Registration | Click Here |
| SSC Website | Click Here |
| Join Youtube Channel | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Facebook Group | Click Here |
| Instagram Join | Click Here |
SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026: Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Exam and skill test
Candidates first take the CBT. Those shortlisted then attend a stenography skill test. SSC will use the exam outcome and qualifying skill test as stated in its notice.
CBT pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| English Language | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
The exam has a 2-hour limit and separate 30, 30 and 60-minute timers. There is a 0.25-mark deduction for every incorrect answer.
Stenography test
| Post | Dictation speed | English typing | Hindi typing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade C | 100 wpm | 40 minutes | 55 minutes |
| Grade D | 80 wpm | 50 minutes | 65 minutes |
The dictation lasts 10 minutes. The recent addendum requires Mangal font for Hindi transcription.
How to check SSC Stenographer 2026 answer key
- Open the SSC answer key link in the Important Links table.
- Sign in using your registration number and password.
- View the tentative key together with your response sheet.
- Download a copy, then submit any objection online before the deadline.
SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026: FAQS
When did SSC release the Stenographer 2026 Tier-I answer key?
The tentative key and individual response sheets became available on 23 September 2026. Candidates can open them after signing in on the SSC site. Keep a downloaded copy for your own reference.
What is the objection deadline for SSC Stenographer 2026?
The online challenge window closes on 26 September 2026 at 11:00 PM. The notice says requests received after that time will not be accepted, so check your answers before the closing time.
How much is the SSC Stenographer 2026 objection fee?
SSC charges ₹50 for each question or answer challenged. Submit a representation through the online challenge module; the notice does not accept objections through email or letters.
How can I download my SSC Stenographer 2026 response sheet?
Open the SSC login link, enter your registration number and password, and select the answer key and response sheet option. Save or print the sheet while access is available.
How many SSC Stenographer Grade C and D 2026 posts are listed?
The vacancy breakdown used here lists 149 Grade C posts and 1,021 Grade D posts, making 1,170 in total. Candidates should consult the linked tentative vacancy document for department details.
What is the SSC Stenographer 2026 selection process?
SSC conducts a computer-based examination and then a stenography skill test for shortlisted candidates. Grade C and Grade D use different dictation speeds and transcription times, as shown in the table above.