SSC Stenographer Recruitment Examination 2025: Your Path to a Government Career

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is gearing up to host its annual Computer Based Examination in August 2025 for the recruitment of 261 Stenographer positions. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals seeking secure government jobs as Stenographer Grade ‘C’ (classified as Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted) and Stenographer Grade ‘D’ (Group ‘C’) across various Ministries, Departments, and Organizations within the Government of India. If you possess the necessary stenography skills and meet the eligibility criteria, the SSC invites you to submit your applications online.

Understanding the SSC Stenographer Recruitment Examination 2025

The Stenographer Group-C and Group-D Recruitment Examination 2025 is a key annual initiative by the SSC, mandated by the Indian government to identify and onboard qualified candidates for Stenographer roles. This open competitive examination is conducted yearly to fill vacancies for both Grade ‘C’ and Grade ‘D’ Stenographers in numerous government bodies. To be eligible for these coveted positions, aspiring candidates must have successfully passed their 12th Standard or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University and possess the required stenography skills.

Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria

Here’s a breakdown of the vacancies and the specific requirements for each grade:

Stenographer Grade ‘C’

Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years old as of August 1, 2025. Age relaxations will be applied as per government rules.
Educational Qualification: You need to have passed the 12th Standard or its equivalent from a recognized Board or University.
Pay Scale: The pay grades for this position are ₹4600 and ₹4200 (pre-revised).

Stenographer Grade ‘D’

Age Limit: Applicants should be between 18 and 27 years old as of August 1, 2025. Age relaxations will be applied as per government rules.
Educational Qualification: Similar to Grade ‘C’, you must have passed the 12th Standard or its equivalent from a recognized Board or University.
Pay Scale: The pay grade for this position is ₹2400 (pre-revised).

Application Fee Information

A non-refundable application fee of ₹100/- is required. This can be conveniently paid through various online methods such as BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, or RuPay Credit/Debit cards. Alternatively, you can pay in cash at any SBI Branch by generating an SBI Challan. It’s important to note that female candidates, as well as those belonging to SC/ST, Persons with Disabilities (PH), and Ex-Servicemen categories, are exempt from paying the application fee.

Selection Process: Computer-Based Exam and Skill Test

The selection process for the SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2025 involves two main stages:

Computer Based Examination: The SSC will conduct an open competitive Computer Based Examination for direct recruitment to the Stenographer posts. This exam is scheduled to take place from August 6 to August 11, 2025. The specific scheme of the examination will be detailed in the official notification.
Skill Test for Stenography: Candidates who successfully shortlist from the Computer Based Examination will then proceed to the Skill Test in Stenography. During this test, candidates will receive a dictation of 10 minutes. The dictation will be in either English or Hindi, based on the candidate’s choice indicated in their online application. For Stenographer Grade ‘C’, the dictation speed will be 100 words per minute (w.p.m.), while for Stenographer Grade ‘D’, it will be 80 w.p.m.

How to Apply for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2025

If you are a suitable and desirable candidate, you should apply online through the prescribed format on the official SSC Recruitment website. The application window for the SSC Stenographer Recruitment Examination 2025 is from June 6, 2024, to June 26, 2025. Please mark these dates carefully! Additionally, a Window for Application Form Correction and online payment of Correction Charges will be available from July 1, 2025, to July 2, 2025 (until 23:00 hours).

Further Details and Online Submission

For comprehensive information regarding the examination scheme, detailed syllabus, and to access the online application form for the SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2025, please visit the official SSC website at [suspicious link removed]. Be sure to review all the instructions carefully before applying online.

Are you ready to take the next step towards a fulfilling government career as a Stenographer?