The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Answer Key 2026 on 23 September 2026 on its official website, ssc.gov.in. The provisional answer key and individual response sheets are now available for candidates who appeared in the Stenographer Grade ‘C’ (Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted) and Grade ‘D’ (Group ‘C’) Examination, 2026, conducted as a Computer Based Examination (CBE) on 9, 10, 11, 12 and 15 September 2026. This recruitment is for 1,275 Stenographer vacancies. Candidates can log in to their SSC candidate account using their Registration Number and Password to download their response sheet and the provisional answer key, compare their answers, estimate their score and raise objections if they find any incorrect answer. The online objection window is open from 23 September 2026 and closes on 26 September 2026 at 23:00 hrs. The objection fee is Rs. 50 per question.
Important Note: Three things every candidate must act on before the window closes. First, the objection deadline is 26 September 2026 at 23:00 hrs – that is tonight. No objections will be entertained after this time and the Commission’s decision after reviewing all valid challenges will be final. Second, compare your responses against the answer key carefully before deciding to challenge. Each objection costs Rs. 50, so only challenge answers where you have clear supporting evidence. Third, the answer key released now is provisional. Your score may change after the Commission reviews objections and releases the final answer key. Do not draw conclusions about your selection on the basis of the provisional key alone.
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Examination Name | Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and Grade ‘D’ Examination, 2026 |
| Posts Covered | Stenographer Grade ‘C’ (Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted) and Stenographer Grade ‘D’ (Group ‘C’) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,275 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Examination (CBE) |
| Exam Dates | 9, 10, 11, 12 and 15 September 2026 |
| Answer Key Released | 23 September 2026 |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional / Tentative |
| Objection Window Opens | 23 September 2026 |
| Objection Window Closes | 26 September 2026 at 23:00 hrs |
| Objection Fee | Rs. 50 per question (online payment) |
| Login Credentials | Registration Number and Password |
| Expected Result | 2nd week of October 2026 (tentative) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CBE Exam Dates | 9, 10, 11, 12 and 15 September 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 23 September 2026 |
| Objection Window Opens | 23 September 2026 |
| Objection Window Closes | 26 September 2026 at 23:00 hrs |
| Expected Result | 2nd week of October 2026 (tentative) |
About SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Recruitment 2026
The SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2026 was conducted to fill 1,275 vacancies for Stenographer Grade ‘C’ (Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted) posts and Stenographer Grade ‘D’ (Group ‘C’) posts in various Central Government Ministries, Departments and Organisations. The CBE was conducted across examination centres in the country over five days: 9, 10, 11, 12 and 15 September 2026. Candidates who qualify the CBE will proceed to the Skill Test (Stenography Test) stage, after which the final merit list is prepared.
SSC Stenographer Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme 2026
The Computer Based Examination for SSC Stenographer Grade C and D has 200 objective-type questions for 200 marks, to be completed in 2 hours. There is negative marking.
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| Part II | General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Part III | English Language and Comprehension | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Marking Scheme
| Answer Type | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +1 |
| Wrong Answer | -0.25 |
| Unattempted Question | 0 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks (CBE)
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 30% (60 marks out of 200) |
| EWS and OBC | 25% (50 marks out of 200) |
| SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen | 20% (40 marks out of 200) |
How to Download SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
- On the homepage, look for the “Latest News” section or the “Answer Key” tab.
- Click on the link for “Stenographer Grade C and D Examination, 2026 – Provisional Answer Key and Response Sheet.”
- You will be directed to the candidate login page.
- Enter your Registration Number and Password in the specified fields.
- Fill in the Captcha code correctly and click Login.
- After logging in, click on the “Download Answer Key” or “Response Sheet” link in your candidate dashboard.
- Your individual response sheet and provisional answer key will open as a PDF.
- Download the PDF and save it for reference and for use when raising objections.
How to Raise Objections on SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026
The objection window is open from 23 September 2026 and closes on 26 September 2026 at 23:00 hrs. Act before the deadline.
- Log in to the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in using your Registration Number and Password.
- Go to the “Raise Objection Against Provisional Stenographer Grade C and D Answer Key 2026” link on your dashboard or the homepage.
- Select the question number(s) you wish to challenge.
- For each question, choose the answer option you believe is correct.
- Upload supporting documents or evidence to justify your objection. Questions without valid supporting evidence are less likely to be accepted.
- Pay the objection fee of Rs. 50 per question through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the objection and download or save the confirmation page as proof of submission.
- Repeat steps 3 to 7 for each additional question you wish to challenge.
- Ensure all objections are submitted before 26 September 2026 at 23:00 hrs.
How to Estimate Your Score Using the Provisional Answer Key
- Download your response sheet (your marked answers) and the provisional answer key from the SSC candidate login.
- Count the number of questions where your response matches the answer key. These are your correct answers.
- Count the number of questions where your response does not match and where you did mark an answer. These are your wrong answers.
- Apply the formula: Score = (Correct Answers x 1) – (Wrong Answers x 0.25).
- Check whether your estimated score meets the minimum qualifying mark for your category (30% for UR, 25% for EWS/OBC, 20% for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen).
- This is an estimate only. Your actual marks may differ if SSC revises any answers in the final key after reviewing objections.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- The answer key released on 23 September 2026 is provisional and subject to revision. Scores may change after objections are reviewed and the final key is released.
- No objections will be entertained after 26 September 2026 at 23:00 hrs. The Commission’s decision on all objections after this date will be final.
- Raise objections only where you have a clear justification and supporting evidence. Each objection costs Rs. 50 and SSC’s decision on the challenge is final.
- Keep your Registration Number and Password secure as they are needed for the answer key, objection and result.
- The final answer key and the CBE result are expected in the 2nd week of October 2026. Keep checking ssc.gov.in for updates.
- Candidates who qualify the CBE will be called for the Stenography Skill Test. Further details will be on ssc.gov.in.
- Do not rely on third-party sources for your answer key. Only the answer key available through the SSC candidate login is official.
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 (Candidate Login) | Click Here |
| Official Notice PDF – SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 | Click Here |
| SSC Official Website | Click Here |
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026: FAQs
Q1. When was the SSC Stenographer Grade C and D Answer Key 2026 released?
SSC released the provisional answer key for Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2026 on 23 September 2026 at ssc.gov.in.
Q2. What is the last date to raise objections on the SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026?
The objection window closes on 26 September 2026 at 23:00 hrs. No objections will be entertained after this time.
Q3. What is the objection fee for SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026?
The objection fee is Rs. 50 per question challenged, payable online through the SSC objection portal.
Q4. What are the login credentials required to download the SSC Stenographer Answer Key?
Candidates need their Registration Number and Password to log in to the SSC candidate portal and access the provisional answer key and response sheet.
Q5. When were the SSC Stenographer 2026 exams held?
The Computer Based Examination was conducted on 9, 10, 11, 12 and 15 September 2026 across examination centres in the country.
Q6. What is the exam pattern for SSC Stenographer Grade C and D 2026?
The CBE has 200 questions for 200 marks in 2 hours. The three sections are General Intelligence and Reasoning (50 marks), General Awareness (50 marks) and English Language and Comprehension (100 marks). Negative marking of 0.25 applies per wrong answer.
Q7. What is the minimum qualifying mark for the SSC Stenographer CBE?
UR candidates must score at least 30% (60 marks), EWS and OBC candidates at least 25% (50 marks), and SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen at least 20% (40 marks) out of 200.
Q8. When will the SSC Stenographer 2026 result be declared?
The result is expected in the 2nd week of October 2026 (tentative). Candidates should keep monitoring ssc.gov.in for the official result date.
Q9. What comes after the SSC Stenographer CBE result?
Candidates who qualify the CBE will be called for the Stenography Skill Test (Stenography Test), which tests typing speed in shorthand. Details of the Skill Test will be announced on ssc.gov.in after the CBE result.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official notice published by the Staff Selection Commission on ssc.gov.in on 23 September 2026 for the Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2026 answer key and objection window. The provisional answer key is subject to revision. Candidates must check and raise objections only through the official SSC candidate login at ssc.gov.in. JobShouter is not associated with the Staff Selection Commission. This article is for informational purposes only.
