The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will hold its annual departmental typing and stenographer skill tests for 2025 in the first week of March 2026 . Candidates interested in these skill evaluations must submit their applications by the deadline of January 16, 2026 . Applications are to be completed through the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in.
Application Process and Deadlines
The application period for the SSC annual departmental typing and stenographer skill test 2025 concludes on January 16, 2026 . This specific test targets eligible individuals already employed within various government departments. It serves as an internal assessment for promotion or specific departmental requirements. Both English and Hindi language skill evaluations are part of this assessment.
Candidates must ensure their applications are complete and accurate. The online application portal on the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in, is the sole method for submission. Detailed instructions on how to fill out the application form are available on the website. Strict adherence to the deadline is mandatory, as late submissions will not be accepted by the Commission.
Skill Test Details
The stenography skill test will assess candidates’ abilities at various speeds. Dictation will be delivered exclusively through recorded audio CD passages. This method ensures uniformity for all candidates. The test measures typing and stenography proficiency in both English and Hindi languages.
Stenography Dictation Speeds:
| Language | Dictation Speed (Words Per Minute) | Medium |
|---|---|---|
| English | 80, 100, 120 WPM | Recorded Audio CD |
| Hindi | 80, 100, 120 WPM | Recorded Audio CD |
For candidates taking the skill test in Hindi, only specific keyboard layouts are permitted. These are the Inscript layout and the Remington layout. Candidates must choose their preferred layout during the application process. This choice is final. It cannot be changed once selected, either before or during the examination. Incorrect layout selection will impact performance.
Regional Application Guidelines
The SSC categorizes applications by region. Candidates must apply through their respective regional offices of the Commission. Specific guidelines apply to those falling under the SSC Eastern Region.
Eastern Region Applicants:
Candidates whose offices are located in the following states and territories must apply through the SSC Eastern Region:
- West Bengal
- Jharkhand
- Odisha
- Sikkim
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Applicants from these areas must follow a specific procedure. Their applications must be submitted through the proper channel within their respective user departments. The concerned user department will verify these applications. This verification ensures internal eligibility and departmental approval. Following verification, the department will forward the applications to SSC (Eastern Region) for final processing. The format for these departmental applications is available on the official SSC website.
Other Regions:
All other candidates, whose offices are not within the Eastern Region’s jurisdiction, must apply for the test through their concerned regional office of the Commission. Each regional office has specific application protocols. Applicants should consult their respective regional SSC websites or notices for precise instructions. The application method and required verification steps will align with their specific regional guidelines.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Applicants must exercise diligence when filling in their chosen examination centre details during the application process. The Commission will not entertain any requests for changes to the selected centre after the application has been submitted. Selecting an accessible and convenient centre from the outset is crucial.
Similarly, the selection of the keyboard layout for the Hindi skill test is final. Candidates must make this choice carefully and ensure proficiency with the chosen layout. No modifications are permitted once the option has been exercised, impacting the test outcome.