New Delhi: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially opened the online application process for Stenographer Grade C and Grade D Recruitment 2025, offering 261 government job vacancies under the Directorate General Border Roads. This is a prime opportunity for Class 12 pass candidates looking for stable and permanent government employment.
Interested candidates can apply online through the official SSC website — ssc.gov.in — from June 6 to June 26, 2025. The recruitment drive follows an arrangement between SSC and the Border Roads Organisation, aiming to fill stenography positions across central government offices.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed Class XII (10+2) from a recognized board to be eligible for the posts. The age limit for Grade C posts is 18 to 30 years, and for Grade D, it is 18 to 27 years. Reserved category candidates will be eligible for age relaxation as per government norms.
Selection Process: Two-Tier Examination
The recruitment process will be conducted in two stages:
Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Scheduled from August 6 to August 11, 2025
200 objective-type questions covering:
General Intelligence & Reasoning
General Awareness
English Language
Negative marking of 0.25 marks will apply for each incorrect answer
Skill Test
Only candidates who qualify the CBT will be called for the skill test
Dates and guidelines for the skill test will be announced later
Application Fees and Important Dates
Application fee: ₹100 for General and OBC candidates
Fee exemption for SC, ST, PwBD, ex-servicemen, and female candidates
Last date to pay application fee: June 27, 2025
Application correction window: July 1 and J
uly 2, 2025
uly 2, 2025How to Apply Online
Candidates should visit ssc.gov.in to register and complete the online application. It is advised to have all necessary documents scanned and ready for upload, including:
Class 12 certificate
Passport-size photograph
Signature
Government-issued ID proof
Uploading these documents early ensures a smooth application process and avoids last-minute technical issues.
Why You Should Apply
This recruitment drive offers a golden opportunity for youth aspiring to join the Central Government workforce in a stenography role. Candidates with proficiency in English typing and shorthand are encouraged to apply. With a structured selection process and secure job prospects, the SSC Stenographer 2025 recruitment could be your gateway to a long-term government career.