The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the SSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026, offering 731 vacancies for Grade C and D posts in various government ministries and departments. The online application process began on April 24, 2026, and will close today, May 15, 2026. To be eligible, candidates must have completed their Class 12 or an equivalent examination by August 1, 2026. The age limit for Grade D candidates is 18 to 27 years, while for Grade C, it is 18 to 30 years, with age relaxation as per government guidelines. The application fee is ₹100 for General, EWS, and OBC candidates, while SC, ST, PwBD, ESM, and all female candidates are exempt from this fee. The selection process consists of two stages: a Computer-Based Examination scheduled for July-August 2026, followed by a Stenography Skill Test where Grade C candidates will transcribe a dictation at 100 words per minute and Grade D candidates at 80 words per minute. Interested candidates are urged to complete their One-Time Registration on the SSC website and apply before the deadline.