The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the Final Answer Key for SSC Stenographer Grade C & Grade D Examination 2026 on 02 January 2026. The written examination was conducted from 06 to 08 August 2025 for a total of 1590 posts. Candidates who appeared in the exam can now download the final answer key and check their response sheets using their Application Number and Date of Birth. The Skill Test schedule has also been announced.
SSC Stenographer Grade C, D Answer Key 2026 | Skill Test Date Released
SSC Stenographer Grade C, D Requirements 2026
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 05 June 2025
- Application Start Date: 05 June 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 26 June 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 26 June 2025
- City Intimation Slip: 31 July 2025
- Admit Card Release: 04 August 2025
- Exam Date: 06 to 08 August 2025
- Provisional Answer Key: 22 August 2025
- Objection Window: 22 to 25 August 2025
- Result Declaration: 28 November 2025
- Final Answer Key Release: 02 January 2026
- Skill Test Date: 28 & 29 January 2026
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / All Female Candidates: ₹0/- (Exempted)
Payment Mode:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- Offline Mode via E-Challan
Age Limit Details (As on 01/08/2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age:
- Grade D: 27 Years
- Grade C: 30 Years
Age Relaxation:
- Applicable as per SSC rules.
Vacancy Details (Total Posts: 1590)
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade C | 230 |
| Stenographer Grade D | 1360 |
| Total | 1590 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent from a recognized board.
Skill Test Transcription Time
- Grade C:
- English: 40 Minutes
- Hindi: 55 Minutes
- Grade D:
- English: 50 Minutes
- Hindi: 65 Minutes
Salary Details
SSC Stenographer Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Scale | Grade Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Grade C | ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 | ₹4200 |
| Grade D | ₹5,200 – ₹20,200 | ₹2400 |
Allowances:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Other Government Allowances
Selection Process
The SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Recruitment 2025 selection process includes:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Skill Test
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
How to Download SSC Stenographer Final Answer Key 2026
Follow the steps below to download the final answer key:
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
- Click on the SSC Stenographer Grade C, D Final Answer Key 2026 link.
- Log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth.
- View the answer key along with your response sheet.
- Download or print it for future reference.
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Download Final Answer Key | Click Here |
| Final Answer Key/ Marks Notice | Click Here |
| Skill Test Date Notice Download | Click Here |
| Download Result | List-1||List-2 |
| Download Result Notice | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
Note – All students are requested to carefully read the official notification before filling out the application form. In particular, please pay close attention to the last date, age limit, and eligibility criteria. Make sure you clearly understand all the details, and only then proceed to complete the application process.
FAQ – SSC Stenographer Final Answer Key 2026
Q1. When was the SSC Stenographer Final Answer Key 2026 released?
The final answer key was released on 02 January 2026.
Q2. How can I download SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026?
You can download it from ssc.gov.in using your application number and date of birth.
Q3. What is the SSC Stenographer Skill Test date?
The skill test will be conducted on 28 and 29 January 2026.
Q4. What is the total number of vacancies in SSC Stenographer 2025?
There are 1590 total vacancies.
Q5. Is there any fee for downloading the answer key?
No, downloading the answer key is completely free.