SSC Stenographer 2026 Answer Key Out β Check Grade C & D Response Sheet, 1,170 Posts
The SSC Stenographer 2026 answer key is now available. The Staff Selection Commission has uploaded the tentative answer keys along with candidates' response sheets for the Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination 2026, which covered 1,170 tentative vacancies. The objection window ran from 23-09-2026 to 26-09-2026 and is now closed.
π Overview
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Examination | Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination 2026 (Computer Based Test) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,170 (tentative) β Grade 'D': 1,021; Grade 'C': 149 |
| Answer Key Status | Released β tentative keys + response sheets on 23-09-2026 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
π Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CBT Held On | 09-09-2026 to 12-09-2026 & 15-09-2026 |
| Answer Key Released | 23-09-2026 |
| Objection Window Open | 23-09-2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Objection Window Closed | 26-09-2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Objection Fee | βΉ50 per question/answer challenged |
| Final Result | To be announced |
β Eligibility Snapshot
The Stenographer exam is open to 12th-pass candidates with stenography skill-test norms as prescribed in the 2026 notification (details in the official notice).
π§Ύ Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) β held 09-09-2026 to 12-09-2026 and on 15-09-2026.
- Skill Test in Stenography for CBT-qualified candidates.
- Document Verification and final merit.
π₯ How to Check the Answer Key & Response Sheet
- Visit ssc.gov.in and open the 'Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2026' answer-key notice.
- Log in with your Registration Number and Password.
- View the tentative answer key along with your response sheet, and download/print them for reference.
The challenge window (23-09-2026 to 26-09-2026, βΉ50 per question) has closed; no representations are entertained after that date.
π’ About Organization
The Staff Selection Commission conducts recruitment for Group B and Group C posts, including Stenographer Grade C and D, in various ministries and departments of the Government of India.
π Important Links
| SSC Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Answer Key Notice (23-09-2026) | Available on the ssc.gov.in homepage |
β FAQs
Is the SSC Stenographer 2026 answer key released?
Yes. The tentative answer keys and candidates' response sheets were uploaded on 23-09-2026 on ssc.gov.in.
Can I still raise an objection to the SSC Stenographer answer key?
No. The challenge window closed on 26-09-2026 at 23:00 hrs; no representations are entertained after that.
How many vacancies are there in SSC Stenographer 2026?
1,170 tentative vacancies β 1,021 for Grade 'D' and 149 for Grade 'C'.
What was the objection fee?
βΉ50 per question/answer challenged (reduced from βΉ100).
How can I check my SSC Stenographer response sheet?
Log in on https://ssc.gov.in with your Registration Number and Password and open the answer-key link.
When were the SSC Stenographer 2026 exams held?
The CBT was held from 09-09-2026 to 12-09-2026 and on 15-09-2026.
What is the next stage after the answer key?
SSC will process objections and publish the final result with the shortlist for the stenography skill test.