Overview
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has published an official recruitment notification for the position of Stenographer Grade C & D (Advertisement No. E/16/2025-C-2) for a total of 2148 vacancies. The last date to submit applications is 31 July 2026. Job location: All India.
Particular Details Organization Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Examination Name SSC Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination 2025 Notice Number E/16/2025-C-2 SECTION Revised FRTA Release Date 31 July 2026 Result Status Revised First Round of Tentative Allocation (FRTA) Released Total Grade 'C' Vacancies 232 Total Grade 'D' Vacancies 1,483 Total Candidates Recommended 1,715 (Grade C: 232, Grade D: 1,483) Candidates Considered 10,132 Reason for Revision Review of Stenography Skill Test evaluation after candidate representations Sliding Process Login Dates 04 August 2026 to 05 August 2026 Sliding Process Dates 11 August 2026 to 12 August 2026 Selection Basis Merit-cum-order of online post preference Tie-Breaking Criteria Part-III Marks → Part-II Marks → Older Date of Birth → Alphabetical Order of Name Official Website ssc.gov.in Important Dates: Event Date First FRTA declared 18.06.2026 First FRTA withheld (notice issued) 19.06.2026 Option-cum-preference submission window (online) 05.05.2026 to 08.05.2026 Revised FRTA notice issued 31.07.2026 Sliding process venue/date/slot selection (online login) 04.08.2026 to 05.08.2026 Sliding process physical attendance at Regional Office cities 11.08.2026 to 12.08.2026 Candidates should log in through the designated module on the official SSC website to choose their sliding-process venue, date, and slot. Any candidate who does not attend the sliding process in person will be treated as absent and will not be considered for the final result.
Quick Reference
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Stenographer Grade C & D |
| Advertisement No. | E/16/2025-C-2 |
| Total Vacancies | 2148 |
| Application Mode | online |
| Application Last Date | 31 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Review of Stenography Skill Test evaluation after candidate representations | Merit-cum-order of online post preference |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in/ |
| Source Name | ssc.gov.in |
| Freshness Reference Date | 2026-08-15 |
Vacancy Details
SC | SC: 22 | ST | ST: 14
Category Vacancies Candidates Recommended SC 22 22 ST 14 14 OBC 50 50 EWS 27 27 UR 119 119* Total 232 232 OH (horizontal) 2 0 HH (horizontal) 2 1 VH (horizontal) 3 2 PwBD Others (horizontal) 0 0 *The UR figure of 119 includes 7 EWS, 3 SC, and 17 OBC candidates who qualified at UR standard. Under horizontal categories: the 1 HH candidate recommended is from OBC; of the 2 VH candidates recommended, 1 is SC and 1 is UR.
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| SC | 212 |
| ST | 225 |
| OBC | 400 |
| EWS | 173 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Post UR Candidates Reserved Category Candidates Stenographer Grade 'C' Up to 5% mistakes Up to 7% mistakes Stenographer Grade 'D' Up to 7% mistakes Up to 10% mistakes
Selection Process
Review of Stenography Skill Test evaluation after candidate representations | Merit-cum-order of online post preference
Important Dates
Option-cum-preference submission window (online): 05.05.2026 to 08.05.2026 | First FRTA declared: 18.06.2026 | First FRTA withheld (notice issued): 19.06.2026 | Revised FRTA Release Date: 31 July 2026 | Revised FRTA notice issued: 31.07.2026 | Sliding process venue/date/slot selection (online login): 04.08.2026 to 05.08.2026
- Application Last Date: 31 July 2026
How to Apply
Apply online through the official recruitment portal https://ssc.gov.in/
Links Supplied in the Excel Row
| Label | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SSC Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' 2025 Revised First Round of Tentative Allocation (FRTA) | https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/NoticeBoards/writ... (PDF) | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_website_link) |
| ssc.gov.in | http://ssc.gov.in/ | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
Sources and Verification
| Field | Exact Value from Excel Row |
|---|---|
| category | cutoff_marks |
| official_website_link | https://ssc.gov.in/ |
| freshness_reference_date | 2026-08-15 |
These values are reproduced exactly from the supplied Excel row and may require verification.
Last verified: 2026-08-15
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Stenographer Grade C & D?
The last date for submitting applications for Stenographer Grade C & D is 31 July 2026. Candidates should submit their applications prior to the deadline to avoid technical issues.
How many vacancies are announced for Stenographer Grade C & D?
A total of 2148 vacancies have been notified for Stenographer Grade C & D by Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Detailed category-wise distribution is available in the official notification.
What is the selection process for Stenographer Grade C & D?
The selection procedure involves: Review of Stenography Skill Test evaluation after candidate representations | Merit-cum-order of online post preference. Candidates must clear all applicable evaluation rounds for appointment.
How can candidates apply for Stenographer Grade C & D?
Applications must be submitted online through the official portal (https://ssc.gov.in/) as specified in the recruitment instructions.