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SSC Stenographer Skill Test Dates Announced for 2025 Recruitment

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the dates for the Skill Test related to the Stenographer Recruitment Examination 2025. Scheduled for January 28 and 29, 2025, the test will see 31,080 candidates participating, with specific eligibility for Grade ‘C’ and Grade ‘D’ posts. This recruitment aims to fill 1,590 vacancies, and the skill test will be a qualifying assessment, not affecting the final merit list. Candidates will be required to transcribe dictation at varying speeds based on their grade. For more details, read the full article.
By Ambika Singh Dec 31, 2025, 10:07 IST
SSC Stenographer Skill Test Dates Announced for 2025 Recruitment

Important Dates for SSC Stenographer Skill Test


Announcement from SSC: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has revealed the schedule for the Skill Test associated with the Stenographer Recruitment Examination for 2025. Eligible candidates can participate in the SSC Stenographer Skill Test on January 28 and 29, 2025.


Candidates Selected for the Skill Test

31,080 Candidates Shortlisted
A total of 31,080 candidates have been selected to take the skill test for Grade ‘C’ and Grade ‘D’ positions in the SSC Stenographer 2025 recruitment. Among these, 8,624 candidates are provisionally eligible for Grade ‘C’ roles, while 22,456 candidates have been chosen for Grade ‘D’ roles. The results of the written examination for SSC Stenographer 2025 were announced on November 28.


Overview of Recruitment Posts

1590 Vacancies Available
The SSC Stenographer recruitment examination aimed to fill a total of 1,590 positions, with 230 allocated for Group ‘C’ and 1,360 for Group ‘D’.


Examination Details

This recruitment examination was conducted in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format on August 6, 7, 8, and 11. Candidates who passed the written exam are now eligible for the skill test, which will finalize the selection process.


Skill Test Format

Understanding the Skill Test
The skill test for SSC Stenographer 2025 is designed to be qualifying only and will not factor into the merit list. The Commission has established distinct criteria for Grade ‘C’ and Grade ‘D’ candidates.


During the skill test, candidates will receive dictation in either English or Hindi. For Grade ‘C’ positions, candidates must transcribe a 10-minute dictation at a speed of 100 words per minute, while for Grade ‘D’ positions, the required speed is 80 words per minute.


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