SSC Grade C D Recruitment 2025: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2025, inviting online applications for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and Grade ‘D’ posts. This is a great opportunity for 12th pass candidates aspiring to work in various central government departments. A total of 261 vacancies have been announced, and the selection will be based on a computer-based test followed by a skill test in stenography. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the SSC portal within the specified dates. Detailed information regarding eligibility, vacancies, salary, and application process is provided below.
Recruitment Authority
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the official notification for the recruitment of Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and Grade ‘D’ posts for the year 2025. Eligible candidates can apply online through the SSC official website.
Post Name
SSC is recruiting for the following posts:
- Stenographer Grade ‘C’
- Stenographer Grade ‘D’
Vacancy Details
A total of 261 vacancies have been announced. These positions are distributed between the Grade ‘C’ and Grade ‘D’ categories. The exact distribution among categories and departments will be available in the detailed official notification.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the 12th standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University as of 1st August 2025. Those awaiting results or whose final result is not declared by this date are not eligible.
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025)
- For Stenographer Grade ‘C’: 18 to 30 years
(Candidates must be born between 02.08.1995 and 01.08.2007) - For Stenographer Grade ‘D’: 18 to 27 years
(Candidates must be born between 02.08.1998 and 01.08.2007)
Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwD: 10–15 years (as applicable)
- Ex-servicemen and other categories also get relaxation per rules.
Monthly Salary
Selected candidates will receive salaries as per the pay matrix under the 7th Central Pay Commission:
- Grade ‘C’: Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)
- Grade ‘D’: Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)
Additional benefits include DA, HRA, TA, and other allowances as applicable to central government employees.
Selection Process
The recruitment process will be conducted in the following stages:
- Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
This objective-type test will assess:- General Intelligence & Reasoning (50 marks)
- General Awareness (50 marks)
- English Language & Comprehension (100 marks)
- Skill Test in Stenography
Candidates who qualify in the CBE will be shortlisted for the skill test:- For Grade C: Dictation at 100 words per minute (wpm)
- For Grade D: Dictation at 80 wpm
The transcription time depends on the language chosen (English or Hindi).
Final selection will be based on performance in both stages and the preferences submitted by the candidate.
Application Process
Interested candidates can apply online through the official SSC website. The steps are:
- Register on the SSC portal with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form with correct personal, academic, and contact details.
- Upload scanned documents including photo and signature as per the specifications.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download the final application form for future reference.
Application Fees
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹100
- SC/ST/PwD/Women/Ex-Servicemen: Exempted
The fee can be paid through:
- Debit/Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
- SBI Challan (if generated within deadline)
Important Dates
- Start of Online Application: 6th June 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 26th June 2025 (till 11:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment (Online): 27th June 2025
- Correction Window: 1st to 2nd July 2025 (up to 11:00 PM)
- Date of Computer-Based Exam (CBE): 6th to 11th August 2025
Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |