Last updated on November 28th, 2025 at 04:46 pm
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has concluded the application process for the SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2025, but the journey isn’t over yet. Thousands of candidates are now preparing for the upcoming Stenographer Grade C & D Exam. If you missed the deadline, don’t worry — this guide gives you everything you need to understand the recruitment, exam pattern, eligibility, and preparation strategy. SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy, Syllabus, Apply Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview – SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2025
| Feature | Details |
| Recruiting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Stenographer (Grade C & D) |
| Total Posts | 1590 (Tentative) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Pay Scale | ₹9300–34800 (with Grade Pay) |
| Form Mode | Online |
| Job Basis | Permanent |
🗓️ Important Dates (Official Schedule)
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | 06 June 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 26 June 2025 (Closed) |
| Correction Window | 01–02 July 2025 |
| Exam Date | 06–11 August 2025 |
| Admit Card | Available Soon |
🧾 Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
| Gen / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PH / ESM | ₹0/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0/- |
| Correction Fees | ₹200 / ₹500 |
| Payment Mode | Online Only |
🎯 SSC Stenographer Eligibility Criteria
✅ Educational Qualification
- Grade C & D: 12th Class Passed from any recognized board in India.
✅ Skill Test Requirements
| Post Name | Dictation Speed | Transcription Time (EN / HI) |
| Grade C | 100 WPM (10 mins) | EN: 40 mins / HI: 55 mins |
| Grade D | 80 WPM (10 mins) | EN: 50 mins / HI: 65 mins |
✅ Age Limit (as on 01/08/2025)
| Post Name | Age Criteria |
| Grade C | 18–30 Years |
| Grade D | 18–27 Years |
Age relaxation as per SSC norms for reserved categories.
📝 Selection Process – SSC Stenographer 2025
- Computer-Based Written Exam (CBT)
- Stenography Skill Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Test
📚 SSC Stenographer 2025 Exam Pattern
🖥️ Computer-Based Written Exam
| 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 per wrong answer
📌 Post Wise Vacancy Details (Tentative)
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Stenographer Grade C | 230 |
| Stenographer Grade D | 1360 |
| Total | 1590 |
🎯 Preparation Tips – SSC Stenographer 2025
- Focus heavily on English and Reasoning.
- Practice typing and dictation daily.
- Solve previous year papers.
- Revise current affairs for the last 6 months.
🔗 Important Links
| Content Title | Link |
| Exam Result (Grade C) | Click Here |
| Exam Result (Grade D) | Click Here |
| Writeup / Cutoff Notice | Click Here |
| Answer Key | Click Here |
| Answer Key Notice | Click Here |
| Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check Exam City | Click Here |
| Exam City Notice | Click Here |
| Exam Date | Click Here |
| SSC Online Portal | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
❓ FAQ – Stenographer Recruitment 2025
Q1. Can I apply now for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2025?
➡️ No. The last date was 26 June 2025. You can now prepare for the exam.
Q2. When is the SSC Steno Exam 2025?
➡️ Scheduled from 6 to 11 August 2025.
Q3. Is there any negative marking?
➡️ Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Q4. What is the salary of a stenographer in SSC?
➡️ ₹9300–34800 with additional grade pay and allowances.
Q5. How to prepare for steno exam 2025?
➡️ To prepare for the Steno Exam 2025, start by understanding the exam pattern and syllabus. Focus on Hindi/English Shorthand, typing speed, and current affairs. Practice mock tests and dictation daily. You can find full details in the section above.
