SSC Stenographer Skill Test Admit Card 2026 is now a crucial document for candidates preparing for the upcoming transcription examination. The Staff Selection Commission has officially scheduled the Skill Test for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and ‘D’ to be held on January 28 and 29, 2026. Qualified candidates must download their admission certificates from their respective regional websites to ensure smooth entry into the examination center. It is mandatory to carry a hard copy of the hall ticket along with a valid photo identity proof to the venue. 👉 use this pdf tool
SSC Stenographer Skill Test Admit Card 2026: Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
06 June 2025
Application Start Date
06 June 2025
Last Date to Apply
26 June 2025
Computer Based Exam Date
06 August to 11 August 2025
Skill Test Admit Card Status
Released / Available
Skill Test Exam Date
28 January & 29 January 2026
Application Fee Details
Category
Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS
₹100/-
SC / ST / PwBD / ESM
Exempted (No Fee)
Female Candidates (All Categories)
Exempted (No Fee)
Payment Mode
Online (BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit Cards)
SSC Stenographer Skill Test Admit Card Information
Feature
Details
Release Status
Available on Regional Websites
Download Method
Online only (No post)
Release Timeline
About 4 days before the exam date
Details on Card
Roll Number, Exam Date, Shift Time, City, Center Address
Important Instructions for Candidates
Timely Reporting: Candidates must report to the exam center well in advance. Those without Aadhaar authentication must report 2 hours before the scheduled time.
Admit Card: Bring a clear printout of the Admission Certificate to the Examination Hall.
Photographs: Carry at least two recent passport-size color photographs.
ID Proof: Original valid Photo-ID proof having the Date of Birth as printed on the Admit Card is mandatory.
Date Mismatch: If the ID card does not have the Date of Birth, carry an additional original certificate (like Matriculation marksheet) as proof.
Prohibited Items: Do not bring mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, spy cameras, or any electronic gadgets.
Scribe Users: PwBD candidates using a scribe must bring the Medical Certificate and Scribe’s Photo ID proof.
Required Documents at Exam Center
Document
Requirement
Admit Card
Hard copy (Printout) of the Admission Certificate
Photographs
Two (2) recent colored passport-size photos
Identity Proof
Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving License, PAN Card, or Passport (Original)
DOB Proof
10th Marksheet/Certificate (if DOB is not on ID card)
When is the SSC Stenographer Skill Test 2025 scheduled?
The Skill Test for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and ‘D’ is officially scheduled to be held on January 28 and 29, 2026.
How can I download my SSC Stenographer Skill Test Admit Card?
You can download your admit card by visiting the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) or your specific regional website. You will need to enter your Registration ID or Roll Number along with your Date of Birth to access the document.
What documents must I carry to the exam center?
Candidates must bring a hard copy of the admit card, two recent passport-size color photographs, and an original valid photo ID proof (like Aadhaar Card or PAN Card) that clearly shows your Date of Birth.
What is the shorthand speed requirement for Grade C and Grade D?
For Stenographer Grade ‘D’, the required speed is 80 words per minute (w.p.m.). For Stenographer Grade ‘C’, the required speed is 100 words per minute (w.p.m.). The dictation duration for both is 10 minutes.
Is there an application fee for female or SC/ST candidates?
No, female candidates of all categories, as well as SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates, are exempted from paying the application fee.
What should I do if my photo ID does not have my full Date of Birth?
If your primary ID proof does not show your complete Date of Birth, you must carry an additional original certificate, such as a Matriculation (10th) marksheet, as proof of your birth date.
What are the age limits for the SSC Stenographer posts?
As of August 1, 2025, the age limit for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ is 18 to 30 years, and for Stenographer Grade ‘D’, it is 18 to 27 years. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per government rules.
Official Notification
Skill Test Details
Candidates are advised to cross-check the latest information on the official website before applying.
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