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SSC Stenographer Skill Test Exam Date 2026 Out for Grade C & D
Post Date: 30 December 2025
Short Information
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the schedule for the Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination 2025 Skill Test. Candidates who have qualified for the skill test round are informed that the exam will be conducted on 28 January 2026 and 29 January 2026. Aspirants should visit the official website ssc.gov.in for further updates regarding the admit card.
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Skill Test 2026
ADVT NO. 2025 : SKILL TEST SCHEDULE
IMPORTANT DATES
- Notice Released: 29 December 2025
- Skill Test Date: 28 January 2026
- Skill Test Date: 29 January 2026
- Admit Card: Before Exam
APPLICATION FEE
- Fee Details: Not Applicable
- Note: This is an Exam Date Notice
SSC Stenographer Skill Test Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination 2025 |
| Exam Dates | 28th & 29th January 2026 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
HOW TO DOWNLOAD SKILL TEST SCHEDULE
- Visit the official website of SSC: ssc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the “Latest News” or “Important Notice” section on the homepage.
- Look for the link titled “SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Skill Test Exam Date 2026”.
- Click on the link to open the official PDF notification.
- Check the dates and download the PDF for future reference.
| Important Links : | |
|---|---|
| Download Schedule PDF | Click Here |
| Admit Card Login | Click Here |
| Official Website | SSC Official Site |
| Useful Tools | Click Here |
Additional Information: Skill Test Norms
1. Skill Test Speed:
- Stenographer Grade ‘C’: 100 words per minute (w.p.m).
- Stenographer Grade ‘D’: 80 words per minute (w.p.m).
2. Transcription Time (Approx):
Candidates will be given 10 minutes for dictation. The transcription time varies for English and Hindi streams as per SSC norms (e.g., 50 mins for English Grade D, 40 mins for English Grade C).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
(Click on the question to view the answer)
Q1: When is the SSC Stenographer 2025 Skill Test?
Ans: The skill test is scheduled for 28th and 29th January 2026.
Q2: How can I download the exam schedule?
Ans: You can download the schedule PDF from the official website ssc.gov.in or the link provided above.
Q3: What is the shorthand speed required for Grade D?
Ans: The required speed for Grade D is 80 w.p.m.
Q4: What is the shorthand speed required for Grade C?
Ans: The required speed for Grade C is 100 w.p.m.
Q5: Is the Admit Card released?
Ans: The admit card will be released a few days before the exam date.
Q6: What is the official website of SSC?
Ans: The official website is ssc.gov.in.
Final Verdict:
The SSC Stenographer Skill Test dates are officially out for Jan 28-29, 2026. Candidates must focus on practicing dictation at 80/100 wpm to ensure success in this qualifying stage.