SSC Stenographer 2026 answer key came out on 23.09.2026 and the challenge window closed on 26.09.2026 at 11 PM. The computer based exam was held on 9 to 12 and 15 September 2026, and the result is awaited.
Plan for the skill test now. Grade C needs a 10 minute dictation at 100 words per minute, Grade D at 80. If you chose Hindi, practise in Mangal font only: SSC said on 23.09.2026 that a script typed in any other font will not be checked.
Short details
| Name of exam | Stenographer Grade C and D Examination, 2026 |
| Conducting body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Tentative posts | Grade D 1,021 and Grade C 149, as on 04.06.2026 |
| CBE | 09.09.2026 to 12.09.2026 and 15.09.2026 |
| Answer key challenge | 23.09.2026 to 26.09.2026 (closed), fee 50 per question |
| Current status | Result awaited, not announced as on 01.11.2026 |
Important links
| Answer key notice (23.09.2026) | Click hereChallenge closed 26.09.2026, checked 01.11.2026 |
| Mangal font rule for Hindi skill test | Click hereLive, checked 01.11.2026 |
| Tentative vacancies (04.06.2026) | Click hereLive, checked 01.11.2026 |
| Stenographer 2026 notice PDF | Click hereLive, checked 01.11.2026 |
| Result and skill test updates (SSC login) | Click hereResult not out as on 01.11.2026 |
What the skill test asks
Candidates shortlisted from the CBE take one 10 minute dictation in the language they chose in the form, then transcribe it on a computer. Grade D is 80 words per minute and Grade C is 100. The skill test is qualifying, so merit still comes from the CBE marks.
How to check the result when it comes
- Watch the SSC notice board for the Stenographer 2026 result notice.
- Open the result PDF from it and search your roll number.
- If you are listed, log in with your registration number and password for the skill test admit card.
FAQ
Can I still challenge the SSC Stenographer 2026 answer key?
No. The window closed on 26.09.2026 at 11 PM.
How many posts are there?
Tentatively 1,021 Grade D and 149 Grade C posts as on 04.06.2026.
Which font is allowed for the Hindi skill test?
Only Mangal. Text in any other font is not evaluated.