The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially launched the online application process for a significant promotional opportunity within the central government. The Grade ‘C’ Stenographers Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2025 aims to fill a total of 326 vacancies across various key departments and secretariats. This recruitment drive is exclusively for eligible departmental candidates seeking career advancement to the position of Stenographer Grade C.
Vacancy Distribution and Participating Departments
The 326 promotional posts are distributed among several prestigious central government offices. Eligible candidates from these departments can apply for the internal competition. The major participating services and secretariats include the Central Secretariat Stenographers Service, the Armed Forces Headquarters, the Indian Foreign Service, the Railway Board Secretariat, and the Election Commission of India.
The recruitment strictly adheres to the government's reservation policy. The official notification provides a detailed breakdown of category-wise and service-wise vacancies. Furthermore, horizontal reservation is applicable for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) as per the prevailing rules. Applicants must thoroughly verify that they meet all the prescribed departmental service conditions required for the LDCE before proceeding with their application.
Application Process and Key Dates
Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications only through the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in. The commission will not accept any offline applications. A crucial prerequisite is completing the One-Time Registration (OTR) process on the SSC portal using a valid mobile number and email ID.
The application window is currently open and will remain active until January 11, 2026. It is imperative for candidates to enter all service-related details, category information, and personal particulars accurately. Any application found to be incomplete or containing incorrect information is liable to be summarily rejected.
Steps to Apply for SSC Grade C LDCE 2025
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already done.
- Log in to the portal using your registered credentials.
- Find and click on the application link for SSC Grade C LDCE 2025.
- Carefully fill in all required details in the online application form.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature as per the specified format and size.
- Review the form, submit it, and download a copy for your personal records.
Applicants are strongly advised to keep a printout of the submitted application form and the payment receipt (if applicable) for all future correspondence. As of now, the commission has not announced any facility for a correction window after form submission.
Selection Process and Exam Schedule
The selection of candidates for the Grade C Stenographer posts will be a two-stage process. The first stage will be a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Candidates who qualify in the CBT will then have to appear for a Stenography Skill Test. Candidates can choose to take this skill test in either English or Hindi, based on their proficiency.
According to the official schedule released by the SSC, the CBT is tentatively planned to be conducted in February 2026. All aspirants are urged to meticulously check the detailed eligibility conditions, exam pattern, and syllabus mentioned in the official notification before applying. This preparatory step is essential to ensure a smooth application process and effective exam preparation.
