The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Recruitment 2025. This recruitment aims to fill various Group ‘C’ and ‘D’ posts in different Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Organizations.
Here's a summary of the key details:
Important Dates:
- Notification Release Date: June 5, 2025 (as per some sources, others state June 6, 2025)
- Online Application Start Date: June 5, 2025
- Online Application Last Date: June 26, 2025
- Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: June 26, 2025 (some sources mention June 27, 2025)
- Computer Based Test (CBT) Exam Date: August 6 to 11, 2025
- Skill Test Exam Date: To be announced
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the 12th standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
- Age Limit (as of August 1, 2025):
- Stenographer Grade C: 18 to 30 years
- Stenographer Grade D: 18 to 27 years
- Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories as per government rules (e.g., 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC).
- Nationality: Indian citizens, subjects of Bhutan/Nepal, Tibetan refugees, and Indian origin migrants with permanent intent to settle in
India are eligible. - Proficiency in Stenography: While no prior experience is required, proficiency in stenography is essential for the Skill Test.
Application Process:
- Visit the new official SSC website:
https://ssc.gov.in/ - Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if you haven't already. Old OTR credentials from
ssc.nic.inwill not work on the new website. - Login with your registration ID and password.
- Fill in the detailed application form with all required personal and educational details.
- Upload scanned images of your passport-sized photograph and signature as per the specified dimensions and size.
- Pay the application fee (Rs. 100/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates; women, SC, ST, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from fee payment).
- Review the application form carefully and submit it.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
Selection Process: The selection process typically involves two stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): This is an online objective multiple-choice test.
- Skill Test in Stenography: Candidates shortlisted from the CBT will appear for this test.
Exam Pattern (CBT):
- Total Questions: 200
- Total Marks: 200
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Sections:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning (50 questions, 50 marks)
- General Awareness (50 questions, 50 marks)
- English Language & Comprehension (100 questions, 100 marks)
Skill Test:
- Dictation: One dictation for 10 minutes in English or Hindi.
- Grade C: 100 words per minute (w.p.m)
- Grade D: 80 w.p.m
- Transcription on Computer:
- Stenographer Grade C:
- English: 40 minutes
- Hindi: 55 minutes
- Stenographer Grade D:
- English: 50 minutes
- Hindi: 65 minutes
- Stenographer Grade C:
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official SSC website (https://ssc.gov.in/) for the most accurate and updated information regarding the recruitment.
