SSC Stenographer Notification 2025 Out: Check Eligibility, Syllabus & Pattern

SSC Stenographer 2025 Application Process

SSC Stenographer aspirants who meet the eligibility criteria can apply through the official SSC website from June 6 to 26, 2025. The process includes one-time registration (OTR), filling out the online form, uploading documents, and fee payment. Here’s how a candidate can apply for the exam:

Step 1: One-Time Registration (OTR)

• First-time applicants must complete a one-time registration on the new SSC website:ssc.gov.in.
• During OTR, candidates must provide their basic personal details, Aadhaar number (optional but preferred), mobile number, and email ID.
• Aadhaar-authenticated candidates will not be rejected due to photo/signature issues.

Step 2: Filling the Application Form

• After OTR, candidates can log in to their dashboard and select Stenographer Grade C & D 2025 from the active exams list.
• Enter all required details such as:
  • Post preference (Grade C / Grade D / Both)
  • Exam centre preferences (choose 3)
  • Educational qualification
  • Category and reservation details
  • Disability/scribe requirements (if applicable)

Step 3: Capturing Photograph and Signature

• The application portal captures a live photograph using the device’s camera. No pre-uploaded images are allowed (unless Aadhaar-authenticated).
• Candidates must ensure:
  • Face is clearly visible
  • No cap, mask, or glasses are worn
  • Full frontal face view is maintained
• Signature must be uploaded in JPEG/JPG format (10–20 KB). Dimension: 6.0 cm x 2.0 cm.

Step 4: Uploading Required Certificates (if applicable)

• PwD candidates must upload their disability certificates in the prescribed format at the time of filling out the application form.
• Candidates claiming reservation must keep category certificates ready for later verification, although uploading them at the application stage is not mandatory.

Step 5: Application Fee Payment

• The application fee is ₹100.
• Candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwBD, women, and Ex-Servicemen categories are exempted from the fee.
• Payment methods include BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Debit/Credit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, RuPay).
• The last date to pay the fee is 27 June 2025 (11:00 PM).

Step 6: Final Submission

• Before submitting, candidates should preview their filled form and ensure all details, photograph, and signature are correct.
• Once submitted, download and save a copy of the application form for future reference.

SSC Stenographer Application Correction Window

SSC provides a chance to correct mistakes after the application deadline:

• The correction window will be open from 1 July to 2 July 2025 (11:00 PM).
• Candidates can edit their form twice:
  • First correction: ₹200
  • Second correction: ₹500
• A fee is mandatory for submitting corrections, even if the applicant is from an exempted category.