The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the provisional answer key along with the candidates’ response sheet for the Stenographer Grade ‘C’ (Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted) and Stenographer Grade ‘D’ (Group ‘C’) Examination, 2026. The computer-based examination was held on 9, 10, 11, 12 and 15 September 2026 at various centres across the country. Candidates who appeared in the exam can now check their recorded responses and the tentative answers on the official website ssc.gov.in by logging in with their Registration Number and Password. The objection window is open from 23 September 2026 (11:00 PM) to 26 September 2026 (11:00 PM), and the challenge fee has been reduced to ₹50 per question this time. Candidates who find any doubtful question or answer should raise their objection before the deadline, as the final answer key and result will be prepared after reviewing all challenges.
Important Dates
| CBT Exam Date | 9–12 & 15 September 2026 |
| Answer Key & Response Sheet Released | 23 September 2026 |
| Objection Window Starts | 23 September 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Raise Objections | 26 September 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Result (Expected) | 2nd week of October 2026 |
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Examination | Stenographer Grade ‘C’ (Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted) & Grade ‘D’ (Group ‘C’) Examination, 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Examination (CBE) |
| Answer Key Status | Provisional – Released |
| Objection Fee | ₹50 per question/answer challenged (reduced from ₹100) |
| Login Required | Registration Number and Password |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
How to Download SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.
- Open the Answer Key section on the homepage.
- Click the link for “Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2026 – Uploading of Tentative Answer Key(s) along with Candidates’ Response Sheet(s)”.
- Log in using your Registration Number and Password.
- Your response sheet with the tentative answer key will appear on the screen.
- Download and save the PDF, and take a printout for future reference.
- To challenge any answer, use the objection link within the window and pay ₹50 per question.
Important Links
| Download Answer Key / Response Sheet (Login) | Click Here |
| Download Answer Key Notice | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQ
Q. When was the SSC Stenographer 2026 answer key released?
A. The provisional answer key and response sheet were released on 23 September 2026.
Q. What is the last date to raise objections?
A. 26 September 2026, till 11:00 PM.
Q. What is the objection fee?
A. ₹50 per question/answer challenged. SSC has reduced it from the earlier ₹100.
Q. What login details are needed to download the answer key?
A. Your Registration Number and Password on ssc.gov.in.
Q. When was the SSC Stenographer 2026 exam held?
A. The computer-based exam was held on 9, 10, 11, 12 and 15 September 2026.
Q. When will the SSC Stenographer 2026 result be declared?
A. The result is expected in the 2nd week of October 2026, as per SSC’s provisional schedule. The final answer key will be released along with the result.