Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Grade ‘C’ Stenographers Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2025 to fill 326 vacancies through promotion in various central government services such as CSSS, AFHQ, Railway Board Secretariat, ECI, IFS (Branch-B), and CVC. This recruitment is only for existing Stenographer Grade ‘D’ government employees who fulfill the required service conditions as of July 1, 2025. The application process will be conducted online from December 22, 2025, to January 11, 2026. Candidates must send a printed copy of the application through their department to SSC Northern Region by 27th January 2026 (or 03 February 2026 for candidates posted abroad/Islands).
SSC LDCE Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online
- Organization Name: Staff Selection Commission
- Post Name: Grade ‘C’ Stenographers Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE)
- Total Vacancy: 326
- Apply Mode: Online
- Apply Start Date: 22.12.2025
- Apply Last Date: 11.01.2026
- Selection Process: CBT, Stenography Skill Test, Service Record/ APAR Evaluation
- Official Website: ssc.gov.in
SSC Grade C Stenographers (LDCE) Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
The SSC Grade ‘C’ Stenographers LDCE 2025 recruitment has published a total of 326 vacancies for promotion to Stenographer Grade ‘C’ across various Central Government services.
Service/ Cadre Wise Vacancy Details:-
- Central Secretariat Stenographers Service (CSSS) - 267
- Railway Board Secretariat Stenographers Service - 08
- Armed Forces Headquarters Stenographers Service (AFHQ) - 37
- Election Commission of India (ECI) Stenographers Service - 01
- Indian Foreign Service Branch (B) Stenographers - 13
- Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) - To be informed
Total Vacancies: 326
SSC LDCE Grade C Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
(1) Central Secretariat Stenographers Service (CSSS) -
Who is eligible:
- Regularly appointed Stenographer Grade ‘D’
Service Requirement:
- 6 years approved service as Steno Grade ‘D’
- If appointed through Competitive / LDCE exam:
- Exam result declared at least 6 years before 01.07.2025
- Must have 5 years approved & continuous service
Special Relaxation (DR Steno Gr ‘D’, SLY 2018)
As per DoPT order dated 29.07.2025, relaxation provided:
- 1 year in approved service
- 1 year 5 months in result-to-crucial-date gap
- Up to 1 year 6 months in continuous service
Other Conditions:
- Deputationists with lien in Grade ‘D’ - Eligible.
- Computer literacy mandatory (shorthand transcription on computer).
Service Requirement:
- 6 years approved service.
- Mandatory training as prescribed by Ministry of External Affairs.
Relaxation:
- For officials holding Steno Grade ‘D’ before commencement of IFS (B) Rules, 2017:
- Eligibility remains 5 years approved service.
Service Requirement:
- 3 years approved & continuous service in Grade ‘D’
If appointed through Competitive / LDCE exam
- Exam result declared 3 years before crucial date.
- 2 years approved & continuous service required.
Other Conditions:
- Deputationists with lien in Grade ‘D’ - Eligible.
Service Requirement:
- 6 years approved service as Steno Grade ‘D’
If appointed through Competitive exam
- Result declared 6 years before crucial date
- 5 years approved & continuous service required
Old Rule Protection:
- Officials holding Grade ‘D’ before commencement of new rules:
- Only 3 years approved service required
Other Conditions:
- Deputationists with lien - Eligible.
- Computer literacy compulsory.
Service Requirement:
- 3 years approved & continuous service in Grade ‘D’
If appointed through Competitive / LDCE exam
- Exam result declared 3 years before crucial date
- 2 years approved & continuous service required
Other Conditions:
- Deputationists with lien - Eligible.
Service Requirement:
- 5 years regular service as Stenographer Grade ‘D’
- Service must be after appointment in CVC
- Must be completed by 01.07.2025
SSC Grade C Stenographers (LDCE) Recruitment 2025 How to Apply
Eligible candidates must first complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSC website ssc.gov.in if not already registered. After logging in, candidates should fill out the online application form for the examination between 22 December 2025 and 11 January 2026 (up to 11:00 PM), upload the required documents, and submit the form online. Once submitted, candidates must print a copy of the completed application and forward it through their respective Head of Department/Office along with necessary service documents to the SSC Northern Region, New Delhi, so as to reach by 27 January 2026 (or 03 February 2026 for candidates posted abroad/Islands).
SSC Grade C Stenographers (LDCE) Notification 2025 Selection Process
The selection process will include the following steps -
- Computer Based Test
- Stenography Skill Test
- Service Record / APAR Evaluation
SSC LDCE Grade C Important Dates 2025
- Start Date of Online Application: 22.12.2025
- Last Date of Online Application: 11.01.2026
- Last Date to Send Application via Department:
27.01.2026 (India)
03.02.2026 (Abroad / Islands)
Important Links:
- Click Here: Notification PDF
- Click Here: Official Website
SSC LDCE Recruitment 2025 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1. Are fresh candidates or outsiders eligible?
- Answer: No. This recruitment is strictly departmental. Fresh candidates and outsiders are not eligible.
Q2. What is the total number of vacancies?
- Answer: A total of 326 vacancies have been notified across different services such as CSSS, AFHQ, RBSSS, ECI, IFS (B), and CVC.
Q3. Which service has the maximum vacancies?
- Answer: The Central Secretariat Stenographers Service (CSSS) has the highest number of vacancies with 267 posts.
Q4. What is the crucial date for eligibility?
- Answer: The crucial date for counting approved service and eligibility is 01 July 2025.
Q5. What is the last date to apply online?
- Answer: The last date for online application submission is 11 January 2026 (up to 11:00 PM).
