SSC Stenographer Grade C & D — exam pattern
Staff Selection Commission · 12th pass · Yearly · Age 18–27 (C) / 18–30 (D) · checked 2026-10-19
CBT
CBT · 2 h · Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong · 200 questions · 200 marks
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 25% |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 25% |
| English Language & Comprehension | 100 | 100 | 50% |
Skill test (dictation)
Skill · 10 min dictation · Negative marking: —
100 wpm (Grade C) / 80 wpm (Grade D), then transcription.
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Years available: 2020, 2019, 2018
Frequently asked
- How many questions are there in SSC Stenographer Grade C & D?
- CBT: 200 questions, 200 marks, 2 h. Skill test (dictation): descriptive questions, 0 marks, 10 min dictation.
- Is there negative marking in SSC Stenographer Grade C & D?
- CBT: 0.25 per wrong. Skill test (dictation): —.
- Who can apply for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D?
- 12th pass, age 18–27 (C) / 18–30 (D). Held yearly by Staff Selection Commission.