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The SSC Stenographer 2026 answer-key notice is available through the SSC website. Use the notice and login links below to check the answer key. The recruitment advertised 731 posts for Grade C and Grade D.
The SSC Stenographer 2026 Answer Key page links to the answer-key notice and SSC login. Open the notice to read the published instructions, then sign in to SSC to check the answer key. The available details do not specify an objection deadline or challenge procedure, so check the notice for those instructions before taking action.
The recruitment is for Stenographer Grade C and Grade D, with 731 advertised posts. The computer-based examination was scheduled for 09-15 September 2026. The key can help you review your responses and identify topics to practise further; taking a mock test is optional and is not a requirement to access the answer key.
Check the official notice before acting, especially for any answer-key challenge steps or deadlines.
How to check the answer key
Open the SSC answer-key notice using the link below and read its instructions. Then visit the SSC login page to access the answer key. Keep your login details ready. Any challenge window, submission method or deadline should be confirmed in the notice; those details are not stated here.
Important dates
Application period: 24/04/2026 to 15/05/2026, up to 11 PM on the closing date.
Last date to pay the exam fee: 16/05/2026.
Correction dates: 20-21 May 2026.
Exam city available: 31/08/2026.
CBT exam date: 09-15 September 2026.
Skill Test exam date: As per Schedule.
Recruitment and eligibility criteria
The recruitment is for Stenographer Grade C and Grade D, with 731 advertised posts. The recruitment is described as a 10+2 examination, but detailed qualification and experience requirements are not stated here. Check the subject-wise and post-wise eligibility criteria in the official notice.
Age limit
Minimum age: 18 years.
Maximum age for Grade D: 27 years.
Maximum age for Grade C: 30 years.
Age relaxation: As per Staff Selection Commission SSC Stenographer Examination 2026 rules. The stated age limits are as on 01/08/2026.
Application fee
General: 100/-
OBC: 100/-
EWS: 100/-
SC: 0/- (Nil)
ST: 0/- (Nil)
All Category Female: 0/- (Exempted)
Correction charge, first time: 200/-
Correction charge, second time: 500/-
Payment modes listed: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or E Challan offline fee mode.
How to apply
The application window has closed. For reference, the stated application steps were:
Complete SSC one-time registration on the SSC website if not already registered.
Read the recruitment notice and prepare the required identity, address, eligibility and other details and documents.
Apply through the SSC login page during the application window.
Upload the photograph live through a webcam or the official SSC app, following the photo instructions in the notice.
Review the application preview and all entered details before submitting.
Pay the applicable fee, if required, and retain a printout of the final submitted form.
Selection process
The listed stages include a computer-based test and a Skill Test. The Skill Test date is stated as “As per Schedule.” Check the official notice for the complete selection procedure and stage-specific instructions.
Official documents and links
Official website: https://ssc.gov.in/
Answer-key notice: https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/AnswerKeys/Approved_WriteUp_23092026.pdf
SSC login for the answer key: https://ssc.gov.in/login
Exam City Notice: https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/NoticeBoards/Notice_31082026.pdf
Exam Notice: https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/NoticeBoards/notice_12082026.pdf
SSC OTR registration video in Hindi: https://youtu.be/OPXf8VSOfJ0
Syllabus: https://tinyurl.com/567jpskf