SSC Stenographer Syllabus
Stenographer Grade C & D · Central Government posts
Last reviewed Oct 05, 2026
2 Stages
Selection process
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Min. qualification
CBT-plus-Skill-Test: SSC Stenographer selection runs CBT first (merit) followed by a Skill Test in shorthand and transcription (qualifying only). Shorthand speed differs by grade — Grade C requires 100 wpm, Grade D 80 wpm.
Syllabus by stage
Stage 1 · Merit-deciding
CBT — Computer Based Test
Questions
200
Marks
200
Duration
120 min
Negative
-0.25
Three sections — GI & Reasoning (50Q · 50M), General Awareness (50Q · 50M), English Language & Comprehension (100Q · 100M). 2 hours total; no sectional limit.
Top posts & pay scale
Pay Level 6
Stenographer Grade C
₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 / month
Pay Level 4
Stenographer Grade D
₹25,500 – ₹81,100 / month
Pay Level 6
Stenographer in CSSS (Grade C)
₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 / month
Pay Level 4
Stenographer in various ministries (Grade D)
₹25,500 – ₹81,100 / month
Eligibility
Education12th pass (10+2) from a recognised board
AgeGrade C: 18–30 years · Grade D: 18–27 years (SC/ST +5 yrs · OBC +3 yrs · PwD +10 yrs)
NationalityIndian citizen
Application fee₹100 (General) · Free for women, SC, ST, PwD, Ex-servicemen