Short Detail:
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the Stenographer Grade C & D 2026 Tier-I answer key for 1,170 posts. Candidates can sign in to see their response sheets. SSC accepts online objections until 26/09/2026 at 11:00 PM. Save your response sheet before access ends.
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Vacancy 2026 – Tier-I Answer Key
Advt No.: Stenographer Grade C & D Examination 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 24/04/2026 |
| Last Date To Apply | 15/05/2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date Of Fee Payment | 16/05/2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Form Correction Windows | 20/05/2026 to 21/05/2026 |
| Admit Card Date | 06/09/2026 |
| Exam Date | 09/09/2026 to 12/09/2026 and 15/09/2026 |
| Tier-I Answer Key | 23/09/2026 |
| Objection Deadline | 26/09/2026 (11:00 PM) |
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fees |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Women | ₹0 |
Note: Answer key objections cost ₹50 per question or answer challenged.
SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Vacancy 2026 Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/08/2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | Grade D: 27 years; Grade C: 30 years |
| Remarks | Age relaxation applies under SSC rules. |
SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Vacancy 2026
Total Posts: 1,170
| Post | Posts |
|---|---|
| Grade C Stenographer | 149 |
| Grade D Stenographer | 1,021 |
| Total | 1,170 |
Eligibility Details
- Candidates needed a Class 12 pass from a recognized board by 01/08/2026. Shortlisted candidates must also take a stenography skill test.
SSC Stenographer Grade C & D: Salary Details
| Post | Pay scale shown |
|---|---|
| Grade C | ₹9,300–34,800 |
| Grade D | ₹5,200–20,200 |
Important Links
| Check Answer Key and Response Sheet | Click Here |
| Answer Key Notice | Click Here |
| Skill Test Addendum | Click Here |
| Exam City Corrigendum | Click Here |
| Exam City Notice | Click Here |
| Tentative Vacancy List | Click Here |
| Candidate Registration | Click Here |
| SSC Website | Click Here |
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SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
CBT pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
The CBT lasts two hours. Section timers are 30, 30 and 60 minutes. Each incorrect answer deducts 0.25 marks.
Stenography skill test
| Post | Dictation speed | English transcription | Hindi transcription |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade C | 100 wpm | 40 minutes | 55 minutes |
| Grade D | 80 wpm | 50 minutes | 65 minutes |
Shortlisted candidates receive a 10-minute dictation. SSC requires Mangal font for the Hindi typing test.
SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026: Important Questions & Answer
When was the SSC Stenographer Grade C and D 2026 Tier-I answer key released?
SSC released the tentative key on 23 September 2026. Candidates can also access their own response sheets after signing in. Download a copy while the service is open because SSC will not provide individual sheets later.
How do I see the SSC Stenographer Grade C and D 2026 response sheet?
Use the SSC login link above and enter your registration number and password. Open the answer key and response sheet option. Compare the answers shown there with your own responses before filing an objection.
What is the SSC Stenographer Grade C and D 2026 objection deadline?
The challenge facility closes on 26 September 2026 at 11:00 PM. SSC will not accept representations submitted after that time. Candidates should finish the online process before the deadline and save their confirmation.
What is the SSC Stenographer Grade C and D 2026 objection fee?
The charge is ₹50 for each question or answer challenged. Objections must be made through the online module. Review the response sheet carefully so that you submit only the questions you need to challenge.
How many SSC Stenographer Grade C and D 2026 posts are listed?
The source breakdown gives 149 Grade C posts and 1,021 Grade D posts. That makes 1,170 posts altogether. See the linked tentative vacancy list for the departments and other detailed entries.
What comes after the SSC Stenographer Grade C and D 2026 CBT?
Candidates shortlisted from the computer-based exam must take a stenography skill test. Grade C requires dictation at 100 words per minute, while Grade D requires 80 words per minute. Transcription time depends on the chosen language.