SSC Stenographer 2023 Examination – Notification, Exam Date, Vacancy, Online Application, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Result

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SSC Stenographer 2023

The official website, @ssc.nic.in, of the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has published the application and examination dates for SSC Stenographer 2023. Individuals who have completed their 12th grade and the age criteria can submit their applications through the SSC website. Candidates in the SSC Stenographer 2023 recruitment will be appointed to non-gazetted posts in Group C and D within various Ministries/Departments/Organizations of the Government of India.

Candidates can find all the necessary information regarding SSC Stenographer 2023, such as the notification, eligibility criteria, vacancies, application process, exam date, and exam pattern, below. It is advisable to bookmark this page for future reference.

SSC Stenographer 2023 Notification

The SSC Stenographer 2023 Notification will be published on the official website soon. Candidates can go through the official notification thoroughly to know all the details about the examination.

SSC Stenographer 2023 Overview

The official website of SSC has announced the application and exam dates for SSC Stenographer 2023 Group C and D positions. To get a quick summary of SSC Stenographer 2023, please refer to the table provided below.

SSC Stenographer 2023 – Overview

SSC Stenographer 2023 – Overview
Conducting Body	Staff Selection Commission
Exam Name	SSC Stenographer 2023
Post Name	Grade C and D officers
Vacancies	8,378
Category	Govt Jobs
Application Mode	Online
Registration Dates	2nd August 2023 – 23rd August 2023
Exam Date	12th & 13th October 2023
Selection process	Written Exam, Skill Test
Exam Level	National Level
Eligibility	12th pass
Exam Mode	Online (Computer-Based Test) and Skill Test
Official Website	www.ssc.nic.in

SSC Stenographer 2023 Important Dates

The important dates for applying to the post of SSC Stenographer 2023, along with other essential information, have been included in the recently released SSC Stenographer 2023 Notification. Now, let’s take a look at the crucial dates for SSC Stenographer 2023 for Group C and D positions.

SSC Stenographer 2023 Important Dates

SSC Stenographer 2023 Important Dates
Events	Date
SSC Stenographer Notification Date	2nd August 2023
SSC Stenographer Online Application Start Date	2nd August 2023
SSC Stenographer Online Application Last Date	23rd August 2023
Last date for making fee payment (Online)	To be released
Last date for making fee payment (Offline)	To be released
Date of ‘Window for Application Form Correction’ and online payment of Correction Charges	To be released
SSC Stenographer Admit Card Release date	To be released
SSC Stenographer Exam Date for Grade C and D officers	12th & 13th October 2023

SSC Stenographer Vacancy 2023

This year, there are a total of 8,378 vacancies available for the position of SSC Stenographer. The official website has recently announced the availability of vacancies for SSC Stenographer 2023. Candidates can now view the SSC Stenographer Vacancy 2023 for Grade ‘D’ and Grade ‘C’.

SSC Stenographer Vacancy 2023

Post Name	Vacancy 2023
Stenographer Grade ‘D’	7,581
Stenographer Grade ‘C’	797
Total	8,378

SSC Stenographer 2023 Eligibility Criteria

Below are the eligibility criteria that candidates applying for the various posts in SSC Stenographer 2023 must be familiar with. Applicants must have a comprehensive understanding of these requirements.

SSC Stenographer 2023 Education Qualification

After successfully qualifying for the SSC Stenographer Exam, candidates are expected to possess a minimum educational qualification of passing the 12th grade from a recognized Board or University. Moreover, it is imperative that they can present the necessary documents for verification when requested.

SSC Stenographer 2023 Age Limit

For SSC Stenographer for Grade C Exam: The age should be between 18 to 30 years
For the SSC Stenographer Grade D Exam: The age should be between 18 and 27 years.

Age Relaxation

Category	Upper Age Limit/Age Relaxation
SC/ST	5 years
OBC	3 years
PwD (unreserved)	10 years
PWD (OBC)	13 years
PWD (SC/ST)	15 years
Ex-Servicemen	03 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date of receipt of the online application
Defense Personnel disabled in operation during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof	3 years
Defense Personnel disabled in operation during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof (SC/ ST)	8 years
Central Govt. Civilian Employees: Who have rendered not less than 3 years of regular and continuous service as of the closing date for receipt of online applications.	40 years
Central Govt. Civilian Employees: Those who have rendered not less than 3 years of regular and continuous service by the closing date for receipt of online applications. (SC/ ST)	45 years
Widows/ Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated and who are not remarried.	35 years
Widows/ Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated and who are not remarried (SC/ ST )	40 years

SSC Stenographer 2023 Selection Process

Every year, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) administers the Stenographer exam, consisting of two distinct stages: a Written Test and a Shorthand Skill Test. To obtain the appointment letter for the position of Stenographer Grade C and D, candidates must successfully qualify in both stages of the examination. The shorthand test, which is qualifying, awaits candidates who successfully qualify in the written test. The SSC Stenographer Exam Pattern 2023 elucidates the complete recruitment process.

SSC Stenographer 2023 Apply Online

Official notification for the SSC Stenographer 2023 will be released soon. a It is strongly recommended that interested and eligible candidates complete and submit their application forms within the designated timeframe, as the commission will not accept or review any forms once the application window is closed. Candidates can apply for the available posts through the official website.

Application Starting date: 2nd August 2023

Application Deadline: 23rd August 2023

SSC Stenographer 2023 Online Application Fee

To successfully finalize their application for SSC Stenographer 2023, candidates must submit the required application fee. Please find below the application fee for SSC Stenographers across all categories.

SSC Stenographer 2023 Online Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General/OBC	Rs. 100
SC/ST/PH/Female	No Fee

To submit the SSC Stenographer Application form 2023, follow the provided instructions:

Access the official link provided above.
Click on the Registration Part Section.
Proceed to fill out the OTR (One Time Registration) Form.
Enter your personal, professional, and basic information in the form.
Finally, click the submit button to complete the process.
After the completion of the registration process, you will receive a registration ID and password.
You need to upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and certificate in the provided form.
If you have completed the registration process, there is hardly any necessity for an OTR (One-Time Registration) form. Instead, you can easily sign in by entering your registered email address along with the corresponding password. This way, you can conveniently access the required information and proceed with the necessary steps without the need for an additional OTR form.
After completing the required steps, proceed by clicking on the “apply” button. Subsequently, you can download the official notification page for SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2024.
Be sure to thoroughly read and gather all the necessary information.
Make sure to complete the application form with accurate and comprehensive details.
After carefully checking the details, the next step is to make the payment for the application form. Once you have reviewed the form and ensured that all the information is accurate, you can proceed with submitting the form.

Note: It is recommended to take a printout of the application form for future reference and record keeping. This will serve as a useful document throughout the application process and can be referred to as needed.

SSC Stenographer Exam Pattern 2023

To select qualified candidates, the SSC Stenographer Exam will undergo a two-stage process. The initial stage involves the Grade C and D written exam, which is conducted online and incorporates multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Following this, a shorthand proficiency exam is administered to evaluate skill sets across diverse domains. The SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Written Exams comprise a multitude of sections which are:

Online Paper

Section	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
General Intelligence & Reasoning	50	50	2 hours
General Awareness	50	50
English Language	100	100
Total Marks	200	200

Shorthand Skill Test

This test is conducted for both computer-based and paper-based formats. Depending on the candidate’s marks obtained, a passage of either 800 or 1000 words per minute (wpm) will be dictated during the test, for Group C and Group D. Below is the syllabus for the SSC Stenographer Skill Test

For the Stenographer Group ‘D’ category, a passage of 800 words will be dictated at a speed of 80 words per minute.
For the Stenographer Group ‘C’ category, a passage of 1000 words will be dictated at a speed of 100 words per minute.
After the dictation, the shorthand passage needs to be transcribed on a computer within 50 minutes for Grade D and 40 minutes for Grade C.

SSC Stenographer 2023 Qualifying Criteria

To qualify for the shorthand stage, candidates must first achieve the cut-off score established by the SSC. The qualifying marks for the written test differ between Stenographers in Grade C and Grade D.

Upon qualifying for the written test, candidates will become eligible to appear for the qualifying shorthand skill test. The shorthand skill test holds a qualifying nature, indicating its importance in assessing the candidates’ proficiency and suitability.

Candidates’ positions in the merit list will be determined according to the marks they obtain on the written test. The following are the eligibility criteria for the shorthand skill test, applicable to SSC Stenographers in Grades C and D.

Permissible Mistake out of total words

Permissible Mistake out of total words
Category	Grade C	Grade D
General	5%	7%
OBC/SC/ST/Ex-servicemen	5%	10%

SSC Stenographer 2023- Marking Scheme

Time duration: Two hour
Number of Questions: 200
Total Marks: 200 marks
Mark for each correct answer: 1 mark
Deducting marks for each wrong answer: 0.25 marks
Marking for unattempted questions: No mark

Note: In the shorthand skill test, there will be negative markings for every wrong word used.

SSC Stenographer Syllabus 2023

To meet the qualification requirements for SSC Stenographer, it is crucial to have a thorough understanding of the comprehensive syllabus. The key subjects that candidates need to focus on:

For Paper 1 of the SSC Stenographer 2023 Exam include General Awareness, General Intelligence/Reasoning, and the English Language, aiming for a high score.
For Paper-2, which assesses skill sets, candidates will be required to accurately transcribe dictated words.
For the Stenographer Grade D position, a typing speed of 80 words per minute (w.p.m.) is required.
For the Stenographer Grade C position, a faster typing speed of 100 w.p.m. is necessary.

The sections of the exam cover different topics, which include:

SSC Stenographer Syllabus 2023

General Awareness	English Language and Comprehension	General Intelligence and Reasoning
Sports	Grammar	Arithmetic Computation
Economy	Vocabulary	Number Series
Current Affairs	Synonyms-Antonyms	Visual Memory
Awards and Honours	Sentence Structure	Relation

SSC Stenographer Salary 2023

As per the Stenographer Notification, the pay scale for Grade C is 9300-34800, while for Grade D it is 5200-20200. The salary of SSC Stenographers includes various allowances, such as:

House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Dearness Allowance (DA)
Transport Allowance

These allowances are additional components of the overall salary package for SSC Stenographers.

SSC Stenographer Preparation Tips

For the General Awareness section: Familiarize yourself with Static GK, awards, monuments, history, and more. Stay updated by referring to GK Capsules for recent information.
To excel in the English Language and Comprehension section: Utilize our specially crafted study notes for comprehension and vocabulary. Pay attention to error correction and reading comprehension to succeed in this part.
For General Intelligence and Reasoning: You can enhance your knowledge by exploring the wide range of E-Books available on the —–. These resources cover various topics commonly asked in this section, allowing you to broaden your understanding.
Mock Test: To further refine your preparation for SSC Stenographer 2023, it is recommended to access multiple relevant Mock Test Series. These test series will provide valuable practice and help you familiarize yourself with the exam format and types of questions.
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SSC Stenographer 2023 Result

The date for the release of the SSC Stenographer Exam Result will be announced by SSC on its official website. The results of the SSC Stenographer will initially be declared for the Written Test, which includes the objective test component. Stay updated and keep an eye out for the official announcement of the results.

Upon successfully passing the written examination, candidates will be qualified to participate in the qualifying shorthand skill test. The Staff Selection Commission of India will announce the results of the Skill Test once it has been conducted.

NOTE: To check the results, candidates need to log in using their registration ID and password, which were provided during the registration process.

SSC Stenographer 2023 Resolution of Tie Cases

When there is a tie in scores among candidates in the Tier-I examinations, the merit will be determined by following the below criteria in sequential order until the tie is resolved:

The total marks obtained in the Tier-I Examination.
Date of birth, giving priority to older candidates.
Alphabetical order based on the first names of the candidates.

Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and ‘D’ Cut Offs’

The cut-off for SSC Stenographers is provided along with the result announcement. You can refer to the cut-off marks from previous years for reference.

Stenographer Grade ‘C’ 2017

	SC	ST	OBC	OH	VH	UR	Total
Cut-off Marks	127.00	101.00	138.00	100.00	100.00	141.00
Candidate available	1419	1454	2485	369	79	2663	8469

Stenographer Grade ‘D’ 2017

	SC	ST	OBC	Ex.s	OH	VH	UR	Total
Cut-off Marks	123.50	106.00	124.00	40.00	106.00	66.00	134.50
Candidate available	1836	1107	6788	393	268	249	4363	15004

Stenographer Grade ‘C’ 2016 Cutoff (Written Exam)

Category	Cut-Off
SC	107.50
ST	90.25
OBC	111.50
VT	89.50
OH	90.00
UR	120.00

Stenographer Grade ‘D’ 2016 Cutoff (Written Exam)

Category	Cut-Off
GEN	107.25
SC	94.25
ST	75.25
OBC	99.90
Ex.S	20.00
VH	74.00
OH	58.75

FAQ’S

The Staff Selection Commission of India (SSC) issued the official SSC Stenographer 2023 Notification for 1207 Grade C and D positions on August 2, 2023, along with all relevant information about the recruitment drive.

A candidate is required to be at least a 12th pass from a recognized Board. He/she must be able to produce the required documents when asked for verification after qualifying for the SSC Stenographer Exam.

Apart from that a candidate must lie in the age domain of 18-30 years to be eligible for the SSC Stenographer Grade C exam and in the age domain of 18-27 years to be eligible for the SSC Stenographer Grade D exam.

SSC Stenographer Notification states the pay scale of 9300-34800 (for Grade C) and the pay scale of 5200-20200 (for Grade D).
The following allowances are included in the SSC Stenographer’s Salary:
1. House Rent Allowance (HRA)
2. Dearness Allowance (DA)
3. Transport Allowance

SSC Stenographer is an All India Level Examination held annually to select candidates for non-gazetted Stenographer Grade C and Grade D positions in various government ministries, departments, and offices.

The SSC Stenographer Skill Test is done on both computers and Paper. The candidates will be dictated a passage of 800 and 1000 wpm for Group D and C respectively, depending upon the marks obtained by the candidate.

• For Stenographer Group ‘D’: 800 words @80 words per minute (w.p.m).
• For Stenographer Group ‘C’: 1000 words @100 words per minute (w.p.m).
The shorthand passage will then have to be transcribed on a computer in 50 minutes for Grade D and 40 minutes for Grade C. A candidate must practice the typing speed in order to qualify for this skill test.

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