SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2025: Vacancy, Eligibility, Process & Result
Staff Selection Commission Stenographer 2025 ( SSC Stenographer )
SSC Stenographer 2025 recruitment notice was released June 6, 2025. SSC Stenographer application form 2025 was available online. SSC Stenographer dates have been announced. The exam of SSC Stenographer 2025 was conducted from from August 6 to 11, 2025.
SSC Stenographer exam is conducted for recruitment to Stenographer Grade C (Group B Non-Gazetted) and Stenographer Grade D (Group C) for various ministries/ departments/ organisations in the Government of India. Only those candidates who have the required skills in Stenography are eligible to apply for the exam. Candidates are selected based on Computer-Based Examination (CBE) and skill test.
The complete selection process of SSC Stenographer is explained below:
Release of application form: SSC Stenographer application form is released online. The application fee is INR 100, Women and Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Persons with disability (PwD) and Ex-servicemen (ESM) candidates are exempted from fee payment.
Issue of admit card: SSC Stenographer admit card is released online on the respective regional websites of the commission. Candidates can access their admit cards by logging with registration ID/roll number/candidate’s name and password.
Computer-Based Test: This is the first stage of SSC Stenographer Grade C & D. The computer-based test is conducted for all candidates who successfully register for the exam. The exam comprises three sections, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, and English Language and Comprehension. The total marks for the test are 200.
Declaration of result: SSC Stenographer result is declared online for different stages of exams. The result is made available in PDF format. It displays the roll numbers of qualified candidates. Along with the result, SSC Stenographer cut off marks for various posts and categories are also released.
Skill Test in Stenography: This stage is conducted for the shortlisted candidates of the computer-based test. Candidates are given one dictation for 10 minutes in English or Hindi. Candidates need to type the dictation at the speed of 100 words per minute for the post of Stenographer Grade C and 80 w.p.m for the post of Grade D.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the SSC Stenographer 2025 dates. The exam was conducted successfully by SSC. The Computer Based Test of SSC Stenographer comprises three sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness and English Language and Comprehension. The General Intelligence & Reasoning and General Awareness sections carry 50 questions each while the English Language and Comprehension section comprises 100 questions. Total marks allotted to General Intelligence & Reasoning and General Awareness sections are 50 each while the English Language and Comprehension section carry 100 marks.
SSC Stenographer application form 2025 has been released on June 6, 2025. Earlier, the application form was scheduled to be released on June 5, 2025. However, the registration process got delayed. Candidates need to fill the application form online only. The application fee can be paid online only.
- SSC Stenographer 2025 Recruitment: Registration Process
- SSC Stenographer 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
- SSC Stenographer vacancies 2025
- SSC Stenographer Recruitment: Exam Pattern & Syllabus
- SSC Stenographer 2025 Recruitment FAQs
SSC Stenographer 2025 Recruitment: Registration Process
SSC Stenographer application process comprises the following steps:
- Visit the official website of SSC
- Only online applications are accepted for the recruitment exam
- Click the registration link on the home page
- Enter the registration details
- Registration number and password are generated
- Upload the scanned images of photograph and signature
- Proceed to fill the application form
- Pay the application fee which is INR 100 (Women, SC, ST, PWD, Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from fee payment)
- The fee can be paid both online and offline
- Submit the application form
Commonly asked questions
SSC Stenographer application fees can be paid both online and offline. The application fees of SSC Stenographer are given below.
| SSC Stenographer Application Fee | |
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC | Rs. 100 |
| SC/ST/PWD/ESM/Women Candidates | No Fee (Exempted) |
The steps to fill SSC Stenographer application form are given below:
- Visit the official website of SSC
- Register with SSC by entering the tequired details
- Login with the ID and password to fill the detailed application form
- Pay the application fees
- Submit the application form
The steps for SSC Stenographer one time registration are given below:
- For one-time registration, candidates need to click on ‘Register Now’ provided in the login section
- While registering, candidates need to enter basic details, additional details & contact details and upload scanned images of photograph and signature
- Candidates need to provide information regarding Aadhaar Number/Identity Card number
- Candidates have to enter the name, father’s name, mother’s name, date of birth, details of Class 10 exam, level of the highest educational qualification
- Provide a valid mobile number, email ID, address
- When the basic details are saved, candidates are required to confirm their mobile number and email ID
- On confirmation, registration number and password will be generated. The same will be sent to the candidate’s registered mobile number and email ID
- Candidates need to login to fill other details like category, nationality, etc.
- Upload the scanned images of photograph and signature
- Upon clicking ‘Final Submit’ different OTPs are sent to candidates registered mobile number
- Candidates need to enter the OTPs in the required field to complete the registration process
- Read the declaration carefully and click the ‘I Agree’ button
SSC Stenographer 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of SSC Stenographer 2025 exam
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 06 Aug ' 25 - 08 Aug ' 25 | SSC Stenographer exam dates 2025 |
| 29 Jul ' 25 | SSC Stenographer notification 2025 |
| 29 Jul ' 25 - 21 Aug ' 25 | SSC Stenographer Application Form 2025 |
SSC Stenographer vacancies 2025
SSC Stenographer vacancies are released along with the notification. First, the tentative SSC Stenographer vacancies are released. The final vacancies are released after the completion of the SSC Stenographer recruitment process.
SSC Stenographer Recruitment: Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The Computer-Based Test according to the SSC Stenographer exam pattern comprises three sections. The total marks for the test are 200. The test will consist of 200 objective type multiple-choice questions. Candidates will be given two hours to solve the paper. The minimum qualifying marks for UR are 30 per cent, 25 per cent OBC/EWS, and 20 per cent. In skill, test candidates will be given one dictation for 10 minutes in English or Hindi. Candidates need to type the dictation at the speed of 100 words per minute for the post of Stenographer Grade C and 80 w.p.m for Stenographer D post.
SSC Stenographer syllabus for General Intelligence & Reasoning includes topics of both verbal and non-verbal type. The General Awareness section tests a candidate’s knowledge of current affairs. The English Language and Comprehension tests a candidate’s understanding of grammar and vocabulary.
Commonly asked questions
SSC Stenographer syllabus for Skill Test is given below:
- The speech was given in the Parliament
- Budget Speech
- Employment/Unemployment in India
- Topics on Science and Technology
- Topics are given in the Editorial Columns of Newspapers
- President’s Speech
- Railway Speech
- Topics of National interest
- Topics on Natural Calamities
The category-wise minimum qualifying marks for SSC Stenographer exam is given below.
| Category | Qualifying marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 30% |
| OBC/EWS | 25% |
| All other categories (SC, ST, PwD, ESM, etc.) | 20% |
SSC Stenographer syllabus is given below:
General Intelligence & Reasoning | The syllabus for General Intelligence and Reasoning consists of questions from Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning. The test also includes questions that test a candidate’s abilities to deal with abstract ideas and symbols and their relationship, arithmetical computation, and other analytical functions |
General Awareness | Questions in this section are designed to test the ability of the candidate’s General Awareness |
English Language & Comprehension | This section aims to test the candidate’s English Language skills |
SSC Stenographer 2025 Recruitment FAQs
Candidates can check below SSC Stenographer recruitment 2025 FAQs.
Commonly asked questions
Candidates must have completed Class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognised board or university. Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria Those who does not meet the eligibility are rejected from the recruitment process.
The tips and tricks to prepare for SSC Stenographer exam are given below:
- Candidates must go through the exam pattern and syllabus thoroughly
- Go through each and every topics given in the syllabus
- Make notes after going through different chapters. This will help in easy revision
- Candidates must attempt mock tests to improve speed and accuracy
The post-wise age limit for SSC Stenographer exam is given below.
| Post | Age limit |
|---|---|
Stenographer Grade C | 18-30 |
Stenographer Grade D | 18-27 |
SSC Stenographers Salary 2025 is categorised into Grade C and Grade D, with monthly payments determined by the 7th pay commission.
The selection process of SSC Stenographer comprises CBT and skill Test in Stenography. The CBT comprises three sections, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, and English Language and Comprehension. The total marks for the test are 200. Candidates are given one dictation for 10 minutes in English or Hindi. Candidates need to type the dictation at the speed of 100 words per minute for the post of Stenographer Grade C and 80 w.p.m for the post of Grade D.
SSC Stenographer Exam
Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a month ago
There are no sectional cut off in SSC Stenographer 2025 exam. Candidates need to secure the overall and sectional cut off marks in the exam. Candidates securing the cut off marks are selected for the next round.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
SSC Stenographer cut off varies for posts Grade C and D. The variation in the cut off marks is due to the nature of the posts. SSC Steno cut off marks are calculated based on the difficulty level of the exam.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
SSC Stenographer cut off 2025 for the CBT exam will be released soon. The cut off will be announced category-wise and post-wise in PDF form. Candidates need to secure both the qualifying marks as well as the cut off marks to get selected for the next round.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
Preference for various posts and departments will be taken from the candidates through the Online Option Form on the website of the Commission before the declaration of the final result. A candidate will not be considered for a Post and Ministry / Department/ Organization, if he has not indicated hi
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
There is no facility to recheck the SSC Stenographer result. The result announced by the examination authority is considered final. SSC Steno result is prepared based on the final answer key.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
SSC Stenographer result 2025 for CBT is expected to be announced soon. The result will be made available in PDF form. SSC Steno result PDF comprises the roll numbers of qualified candidates. Based on the CBT result, candidates are shortlisted for the Skill Test.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 months ago
Along with SSC Stenographer books, candidates must solve previous year question papers:
Familiarize with exam pattern and difficulty level
Understand recurring topics
Refine strategy and timing
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 months ago
Candidates can select the SSC Stenographer books that have cover all the sections in depth. They should choose the books that are up-to-date with current syllabus and question trends. Candidates must choose books that have included practice material and previous-year questions.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 months ago
To practice SSC Stenographer skill test, candidates can refer to the following books:
Pitman Shorthand New Course (classic for Pitman method)
Speed Writing Modern Shorthand by Heather Baker
Shorthand Dictations by Vishnu Still
Kailash Chandra Transcription magazine is a popular choice for practice in In
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 months ago
The best books for SSC Stenographer English are given below:
Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi
Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis (for vocabulary)
English for General Competitions by Neetu Singh, Wren & Martin's English Grammar books
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Contributor-Level 7
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