The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the Stenographer Grade C & D 2025 notification (Advertisement No. 06/2025), inviting applications for 261 tentative vacancies across central government ministries and departments. This recruitment drive offers opportunities for Group B (Non-Gazetted) and Group C roles, providing job security, competitive salaries, and career growth. The online application window is open from June 6 to June 26, 2025
SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2025
| Recruiting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Vacancies | 261 (Tentative) |
| Posts | Grade C (Group B), Grade D (Group C) |
| Application Period | June 6–26, 2025 |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Test (CBT) → Skill Test |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in/ |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board or university.
- Cut-off date: Qualification must be completed by August 1, 2025.
2. Age Limit (as of August 1, 2025)
- Grade C: 18–30 years (born between August 2, 1995, and August 1, 2007)
- Grade D: 18–27 years (born between August 2, 1998, and August 1, 2007).
3. Age Relaxations
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | +5 years |
| OBC | +3 years |
| PwD (Unreserved) | +10 years |
| PwD (OBC) | +13 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years post-military service deduction |
| Widows/Divorced Women | Up to 35 years (40 for SC/ST) |
4. Nationality: Indian citizens, subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, Tibetan refugees (pre-1962), or persons of Indian origin migrating from specified countries
Application Process
- Visit ssc.gov.in or use the SSC mobile app.
- Registration:
- New users: Complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Existing users: Log in with credentials.
- Form Submission:
- Fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload documents:
- Photo: 4–12 KB, 100×120 px, white background.
- Signature: 1–12 KB, 40×60 px, black/blue ink.
- Fee Payment:
- General/OBC: ₹100 (online via UPI/net banking/debit cards).
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-servicemen: Exempted.
- Final Submission: Review details → Submit → Print confirmation.
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
Stage 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 2 hours.
- Sections:Subject Questions Marks General Awareness General Intelligence & Reasoning English Language & Comprehension
- Marking Scheme: 0.25 negative marking per wrong answer.
Stage 2: Skill Test (Qualifying)
- Stenography Test:
- Grade C: 100 wpm dictation → 50 minutes transcription.
- Grade D: 80 wpm dictation → 40 minutes transcription.
- Language: English/Hindi
Important Links
| Notification | Check Here |
| Apply Link | Check Here |
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply?
A: Online applications close on June 26, 2025 (11 PM IST). Fee payment deadline is June 27, 2025.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
A: 261 tentative vacancies (breakdown not specified in notification).