The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has set January 28 and 29, 2025 , as the dates for the Stenographer 2025 skill test. Over 31,000 candidates are scheduled to appear for Stenographer Grade C and Grade D positions.
A total of 31,080 candidates have been provisionally shortlisted for the skill test. This group includes 8,624 candidates aiming for Grade C posts. Another 22,456 candidates will compete for Grade D posts. The SSC announced the written exam results on November 28 .
SSC Stenographer Skill Test 2025: Format and Requirements
The skill test is a crucial assessment for eligibility, not for ranking based on score. The Staff Selection Commission has established specific benchmarks for each category. Candidates must demonstrate their stenography skills through a dictation exercise.
The dictation lasts for 10 minutes. For Grade C positions, candidates must transcribe at 100 words per minute (WPM). Those applying for Grade D positions require a speed of 80 WPM. Candidates can choose to take the test in either English or Hindi.
Following the dictation, candidates must transcribe the dictated text. The time allowed for this transcription varies based on the post, language, and whether a scribe is used. Extended time durations are provided for eligible candidates who select a scribe.
| Post | Language of Skill Test | Time Duration (minutes) | Time Duration (for candidates who selected scribe) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade ‘D’ | English | 50 | 70 |
| Stenographer Grade ‘D’ | Hindi | 65 | 90 |
| Stenographer Grade ‘C’ | English | 40 | 55 |
| Stenographer Grade ‘C’ | Hindi | 55 | 75 |
SSC Stenographer 2025: Vacancy Distribution
The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 1,590 vacancies. These include 230 posts for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and 1,360 posts for Stenographer Grade ‘D’. The category-wise distribution ensures representation across various groups.
For Grade C posts, Unreserved (UR) candidates have 117 vacancies. Scheduled Caste (SC) has 22, Scheduled Tribe (ST) has 14, Other Backward Class (OBC) has 50, and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) has 27. There are also specific vacancies for Persons with Disabilities (PWD) categories: 2 for HH, 2 for OH, and 3 for VH.
Grade D posts show 614 vacancies for UR candidates. SC has 189, ST has 79, OBC has 337, and EWS has 141. Ex-Servicemen (ESM) have 103 dedicated posts. PWD categories for Grade D include 11 for HH, 13 for OH, 11 for VH, and 6 for Other PWD. This detailed breakdown allows candidates to understand their competitive landscape.
| Category | Grade C | Grade D |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 117 | 614 |
| SC | 22 | 189 |
| ST | 14 | 79 |
| OBC | 50 | 337 |
| EWS | 27 | 141 |
| ESM | — | 103 |
| HH | 02 | 11 |
| OH | 02 | 13 |
| VH | 03 | 11 |
| Other PWD | — | 06 |
| Total | 230 | 1,360 |
Candidates who qualified for the skill test should ensure they are prepared for the dictation and transcription requirements. Further updates and official announcements will be available on the Staff Selection Commission’s official website.