SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 – Grade C & D Tentative Key, Response Sheet
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) released the tentative answer key and the candidates’ response sheets for the Stenographer Grade C & D Examination 2026 on 23 September 2026. Candidates who appeared in the computer-based examination held on 9–12 September and 15 September 2026 can log in at ssc.gov.in with their registration number and password to view their recorded responses next to the tentative key.
Key Highlights
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Examination | Stenographer Grade C & D Examination 2026 |
| Total posts | 731 (tentative) |
| Exam mode | Computer-based examination |
| Answer key status | Released — tentative key and response sheet, 23 September 2026 |
| Objection window | 23 September 2026 (11:00 PM) to 26 September 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Objection fee | Rs. 50 per question challenged |
| Official website | ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application | 24 April – 15 May 2026 |
| Computer-based examination | 9–12 September and 15 September 2026 |
| Tentative answer key and response sheet | 23 September 2026 |
| Last date to raise objections | 26 September 2026 (11:00 PM) |
Objection Fee
Candidates could challenge the tentative answer key online at a fee of Rs. 50 per question — the fee was reduced from the earlier Rs. 100 for this examination. The objection window closed on 26 September 2026 at 11:00 PM. (The application fee for the original online form was Rs. 100 for General / OBC / EWS candidates; no fee for SC / ST candidates and all women candidates, as per the notification.)
Vacancy Details
The SSC notification advertised 731 tentative posts: Stenographer Grade C (Group B, Non-Gazetted) and Stenographer Grade D (Group C). The final post-wise and category-wise vacancy list is published separately by SSC on ssc.gov.in.
Eligibility
- Stenographer Grade C: 10+2 (Intermediate) pass from a recognized board.
- Stenographer Grade D: 10+2 (Intermediate) pass from a recognized board.
- Age limit (as on 1 August 2026): 18 years minimum; maximum 30 years for Grade C and 27 years for Grade D, with relaxation as per rules.
Selection Process
Selection is made through the computer-based examination, followed by the skill test in stenography for qualified candidates. The marking scheme for the computer-based examination is +1 for each correct answer and −0.25 for each wrong answer, as per the exam pattern.
How to Download the Answer Key and Response Sheet
- Visit the official SSC website — ssc.gov.in.
- Open the Answer Key section on the homepage and click the notice “Uploading of Tentative Answer Key(s) along with Candidates’ Response Sheet(s) for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2026”.
- Click the link for candidate’s response sheet, tentative answer keys and submission of representation.
- Log in with your roll number / registration number and password.
- View your response sheet next to the tentative key, and download and save a copy for your records.
Important Links
| Download Answer Key (candidate login) | ssc.gov.in |
|---|---|
| SSC official website | ssc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the SSC Stenographer 2026 answer key released?
SSC released the tentative answer key and response sheets for the Stenographer Grade C & D Examination 2026 on 23 September 2026 at ssc.gov.in.
What was the last date to raise objections against the SSC Steno answer key?
The objection window ran from 23 September 2026 (11:00 PM) to 26 September 2026 (11:00 PM) and has now closed.
What is the fee for challenging an answer in the SSC Stenographer answer key?
The challenge fee is Rs. 50 per question, payable online while submitting the objection — reduced from the earlier Rs. 100.
How can I check my SSC Stenographer 2026 response sheet?
Log in at ssc.gov.in with your registration number and password, open the answer key notice for Stenographer Grade C & D 2026 and view your response sheet alongside the tentative answer key.
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