SSC Stenographer age calculator
Checks your age on the cut-off date (1 Aug 2026) against the limit for your post and category. Special relaxations (ex-servicemen, departmental, widows) are not included – see the table below.
Enter your date of birth.
SSC Stenographer age limit
Age is counted as on 01-08-2026.
| Post | Age limit |
|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade C | 18-30 years (born between 02-08-1996 and 01-08-2008) |
| Stenographer Grade D | 18-27 years (born between 02-08-1999 and 01-08-2008) |
Age relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR-EWS / OBC / SC-ST) | 10 / 13 / 15 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 (after deducting military service) |
| Central Govt civilian employees with 3+ years regular service (Grade C only) | Up to 40 years (SC/ST up to 45) |
| Widows/divorced women not remarried | Up to 35 years (SC/ST up to 40) |
Educational qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Grade C and Grade D | 12th (Higher Secondary) pass or equivalent from a recognised board on or before 01-08-2026 |
Other conditions
Nationality: Indian citizen (see notice for other conditions)
No physical test. Skill test is mandatory but qualifying.
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Official links
Always confirm dates and rules in the official notice. Information here is compiled by the RBE team from official notices; last updated 27 Sep 2026.