The SSC Stenographer CBT date has been released by the Staff Selection Commission and is scheduled to be held between October to November. The exact date will be announced along with the SSC Stenographer 2025 Notification, which, as per the SSC Calendar 2025-26, is expected to be released by 29th July, 2025.
SSC Stenographer Exam Date 2025 Out
The SSC Stenographer CBT Exam is the first stage of the selection process. It is a computer-based test conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit candidates for Grade C and D posts. This year, the The SSC Stenographer CBT exam is expected to be held between October to November 2025.
SSC Stenographer Exam 2025 Important Dates
Below are the important dates related to the SSC Stenographer CBT 2025 Exam as per the latest SSC calendar:
| Event | Date |
|---|
| SSC Stenographer Notification | 29th July 2025 |
| SSC Stenographer CBT Exam Date | October to November 2025 |
| SSC Stenographer Answer Key | TBA |
| SSC Stenographer Result 2025 | TBA |
| SSC Stenographer Skill Test Date | TBA |
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SSC Stenographer CBT Exam Timing (Expected)
The SSC Stenographer CBT exam is usually conducted in multiple shifts. Based on the previous year's exam schedule, the expected shift timings are:
| Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Timing |
|---|
| Shift 1 | 7:45 AM | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM |
| Shift 2 | 12:15 PM | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM |
| Shift 3 | 4:15 PM | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM |
Documents to Carry for SSC Stenographer CBT Exam
Candidates must carry the following items to the exam hall:
- Admit Card: Download the SSC Stenographer Admit Card from the official SSC website.
- Photo ID Proof: Valid ID with date of birth (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License).
- Passport-sized Photographs: 2-3 recent passport-sized photos (as per SSC guidelines).
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SSC Stenographer Eligibility Criteria 2025
As per the previous notification, candidates must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:
Grade C: 18 to 30 years
Grade D: 18 to 27 years
(Age relaxation applies as per government rules)
- Educational Qualification: Passed 12th Standard or equivalent from a recognized board.
- Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen or as per the SSC eligibility norms.
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SSC Stenographer CBT Preparation Strategy
The SSC Stenographer Exam is an important step for Grade C and Grade D posts. The preparation strategy to help candidates perform their best:
- Understand the exam pattern – 200 questions, 200 marks, 3 sections, 2-hour duration.
- Focus on Reasoning – Practice series, puzzles, analogies, coding-decoding daily.
- Strengthen General Awareness – Cover current affairs (last 6–8 months) and static GK.
- Master English – Focus on grammar, comprehension, vocabulary, and error spotting.
- Make a 60-day study plan – Allocate time weekly for each subject and revision.
- Read English newspapers – Improve comprehension and vocabulary.
- Practice daily – At least 1 hour each for reasoning and English, 30 mins for GK.
- Solve previous year papers – Understand the type of questions and difficulty level.
- Take regular mock tests – Analyze mistakes and improve time management.
- Revise notes regularly – Especially for GK, grammar rules, and shortcuts.
- Use monthly current affairs PDFs – Revise them weekly.
- Work on weak areas – Identify them after each test and focus on improvement.
- Avoid burnout – Take short breaks during study sessions.
- Stay consistent – Stick to the plan and track your progress weekly.
- Keep documents ready – Admit card, ID proof, and photos before the exam.
- Stay confident and positive – Believe in your preparation!
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