SSC Stenographer Vacancy 2025: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the final vacancy details for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and Grade ‘D’ Examination 2025 on 21 April 2026. Candidates who appeared or are preparing for this exam can now check the exact number of posts, department-wise distribution, and category-wise vacancies.
SSC Stenographer Vacancy 2025 – Overview Chart
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission |
| Exam Name | SSC Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Exam 2025 |
| Vacancy Status | Final Vacancies Released |
| Total Vacancies | 1,715 Posts |
| Grade ‘C’ Vacancies | 232 Posts |
| Grade ‘D’ Vacancies | 1,483 Posts |
| Pay Level (Grade C) | Level 6 & Level 7 |
| Pay Level (Grade D) | Level 4 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Departments | Ministries, Commissions, Govt Offices |
| Category-wise Reservation | UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD, ESM |
| Official Notification Date | 21 April 2026 |
| Official PDF | Available (Link in article) |
Total Vacancies Overview
- Grade ‘C’ Vacancies: 232 posts
- Grade ‘D’ Vacancies: 1,483 posts
- Grand Total: 1,715 posts
This is a significant recruitment drive across multiple ministries and departments of the Government of India.
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SSC Stenographer Grade ‘C’ Vacancy Details
- Pay Level: Level-6 & Level-7
- The majority of posts are in central ministries
- Most posts are open to colourblind candidates (YES)
Major Departments with Vacancies:
- Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) – 76 posts
- Ministry of Defence (Armed Forces HQ) – 75 posts
- Ministry of External Affairs – 41 posts
- Ministry of Labour & Employment – 13 posts
- Central Administrative Tribunal – 5 posts
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Category-wise Distribution (Grade ‘C’)
- UR: 119
- SC: 22
- ST: 14
- OBC: 50
- EWS: 27
- PwD (OH/HH/VH etc.): Limited seats
- Total: 232
Category-wise Vacancy Snapshot
| Category | Grade ‘C’ | Grade ‘D’ | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 119 | 711 | 830 |
| SC | 22 | 190 | 212 |
| ST | 14 | 86 | 100 |
| OBC | 50 | 350 | 400 |
| EWS | 27 | 146 | 173 |
| Total | 232 | 1483 | 1715 |
SSC Stenographer Grade ‘D’ Vacancy Details
- Pay Level: Level-4
- The highest number of vacancies across departments
- Opportunities in ministries, commissions, boards, and departments
Top Departments with Highest Vacancies:
- CBDT (Income Tax Department) – 493 posts
- Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) – 175 posts
- EPFO (Employees Provident Fund Organisation) – 162 posts
- Armed Forces HQ (Ministry of Defence) – 139 posts
- BRO (Border Roads Organisation) – 49 posts
Category-wise Distribution (Grade ‘D’)
- UR: 711
- SC: 190
- ST: 86
- OBC: 350
- EWS: 146
- ESM: 106
- PwD categories included
- Total: 1,483
Important Notes for Candidates
- Some posts are only for English stenographers, while others include Hindi as well
- A few posts are not suitable for colourblind candidates (clearly mentioned in the notice)
- Certain departments, like BRO, have male-only posts
- Final vacancies may slightly vary depending on administrative requirements
Ministries Included in Recruitment
This recruitment covers a wide range of government bodies, including:
- Ministry of Finance
- Ministry of Defence
- Ministry of External Affairs
- Ministry of Home Affairs
- Election Commission of India
- NITI Aayog
- CBI
- EPFO
- National Informatics Centre
- Central Vigilance Commission
This diversity gives candidates multiple career pathways within central government services.
Why This Vacancy is Important
This is one of the largest stenographer recruitments in recent years, especially for Grade ‘D’. Candidates now have a clear idea of:
- Final competition level
- Department preference strategy
- Expected cut-off trends
What Candidates Should Do Next
- Check your result/status carefully
- Prepare for skill test (stenography typing test)
- Keep documents ready for document verification
- Stay updated with SSC announcements
The release of final vacancies by the Staff Selection Commission marks an important stage in the SSC Stenographer 2025 recruitment process. With 1,715 total posts, this is a strong opportunity for candidates aiming for a stable government job.
