Q1. How can I download the SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026?

Visit the official SSC website and open the candidate login module. Enter your Registration Number, Roll Number or Date of Birth to log in. Your response sheet and the tentative answer key will appear on screen. Download and print the page for your records. Keep the login details safe for every future stage.

Q2. What is the fee to raise an objection against the SSC Steno answer key?

SSC charges Rs 50 per question for every objection you file. That amount is non refundable under all circumstances. You must complete the payment online within the notified objection window. Objections received after the deadline are not accepted. Only challenged questions go through expert review.

Q3. What are the educational qualifications for SSC Stenographer Grade C and Grade D?

You must pass the 10+2 Intermediate exam from a recognized board in India. No specific stream is required for this post. Candidates appearing in the final year can apply with valid proof. You also need the prescribed transcription speed in English or Hindi. Grade C needs 40 minutes in English or 55 minutes in Hindi. Grade D needs 50 minutes in English or 65 minutes in Hindi.

Q4. What is the age limit and relaxation for SSC Stenographer 2026?

The minimum age is 18 years for both grades as on 01 August 2026. Grade D candidates can be up to 27 years old. Grade C candidates can be up to 30 years old. OBC applicants get 3 years of upper age relaxation. SC and ST applicants get 5 years. PwBD applicants get 10 years of relaxation.

Q5. Is there negative marking in the SSC Stenographer computer based test?

Yes, wrong answers carry a negative marking penalty as per SSC norms. The test has 200 objective questions for a total of 200 marks. The duration is 2 hours and the mode is online. Reasoning and General Awareness carry 50 marks each. English Language and Comprehension carries 100 marks.

Q6. How much is the application fee and who is fully exempted?

General, OBC and EWS candidates pay Rs 100 as the application fee. SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates pay nothing at all. All female candidates of every category are also fully exempted. Payment is accepted through debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI or SBI Challan. A correction charge of Rs 200 applies for the first edit and Rs 500 for the second.

Q7. Is the stenography skill test compulsory for final selection?

Yes, the skill test is compulsory for both Grade C and Grade D posts. It is qualifying in nature, so marks are not added to the merit list. You must clear the dictation and transcription test in your chosen language. Failure at this stage removes you from the selection list. Document verification follows for everybody who clears it.

Q8. Which documents are needed at the document verification stage?

Carry your Class 10 certificate for date of birth proof. Bring the Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate from a recognized board. Attach a valid category certificate if you claim any reservation. PwBD candidates must produce a valid disability certificate. Also keep a photo identity proof, passport size photographs and the printed application form ready.

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SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Answer Key 2026 - Check Response Sheet and Objection Link

Staff Selection Commission has 731 Stenographer Grade C and Grade D seats open under the SSC Stenographer exam 2026. You need a 10+2 pass from a recognized board to apply. Grade C candidates must transcribe 40 minutes in English or 55 minutes in Hindi. Grade D needs 50 minutes in English or 65 minutes in Hindi. The age band runs from 18 to 30 years for Grade C and 18 to 27 years for Grade D. Reserved categories get the usual upper age relaxations. Online applications opened on 24 April 2026 and closed on 15 May 2026. The computer based test ran from 09 to 15 September 2026. General, OBC and EWS applicants paid Rs 100. SC, ST, PwBD and all women candidates paid nothing. Selection rests on the CBT, a qualifying skill test and document verification. The answer key is live at ssc.gov.in.

By Sarkari King Team

Updated: 31 August 2026 | 04:23 PM

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SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Examination 2026 : Vacancy Details Total : 731 Post
Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility & Qualification Details
Stenographer Grade C (Group B, Non Gazetted)	Included in 731 (Combined)	Must have passed the 10+2 Intermediate exam from any recognized board in India. Grade C transcription speed is 40 minutes in English and 55 minutes in Hindi. Dictation is given for 10 minutes before the transcription starts. Posting is in central government ministries and departments across India.
Stenographer Grade D (Group C)	Included in 731 (Combined)	Must have passed the 10+2 Intermediate exam from any recognized board in India. Grade D transcription speed is 50 minutes in English and 65 minutes in Hindi. Dictation is given for 10 minutes before the transcription starts. Post wise and category wise vacancy breakup is given in the official notice.

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