📅 Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Paper-I Exam | 10–11 Dec 2024 |
| Paper-I Result | 05 Mar 2025 |
| Skill Test | 16–17 Apr 2025 |
| Option Form Window Ends | 01 Jul 2025 |
📝 What You Need to Know
- Candidates who appeared in **Skill Test** for Grade C & D must submit their **Option‑cum‑Preference(s)** before final results .
- Missing the deadline means you will **not be considered** for final selection—no reopening of preferences .
- PwBD candidates must select posts suitable for their disability; unsuitable choices may lead to cancellation .
- Preferences submitted via the official SSC portal (ssc.gov.in); download & save a copy for your records .
📂 How to Submit Option Form
- Log in to ssc.gov.in using your credentials.
- Find the “Option‑cum‑Preference Form” link for Steno Grade C & D – 2024.
- Select your preferred posts and departments in order of preference.
- Submit and **download the PDF copy**—retain for future reference.
- Ensure submission by 1 July 2025 to remain eligible.
📌 Exam & Vacancy Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | ≈2,006 (Grade C: ~215; Grade D: ~1,908) |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (Gen/OBC/EWS), Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Female |
| Age Limit | 18–27 yrs (Grade D), 18–30 yrs (Grade C) + relaxations |
| Eligibility | 12th pass + speed test: 100 wpm (English), 80 wpm (Hindi) |
| Exam Pattern | CBT (200 marks); grading & transcription as per SSC norms |