The eligibility criteria for the SSC Stenographer exam includes educational qualifications, age limit, and nationality requirements. Here’s the detailed eligibility criteria:
1. Educational Qualification:
- For Grade ‘C’ Stenographer:
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board or university.
- For Grade ‘D’ Stenographer:
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board or university.
2. Age Limit:
- For Grade ‘C’ Stenographer:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- For Grade ‘D’ Stenographer:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 27 years
3. Nationality:
- Candidates must be citizens of India.
- Citizens of Nepal, Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees who came to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India are also eligible.
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India are also eligible.
Age Relaxation:
- Age relaxation is provided to candidates belonging to reserved categories as per government norms. The age relaxation is usually applicable as follows:
- SC/ST: Up to 5 years
- OBC: Up to 3 years
- PwD (Persons with Disabilities): Up to 10 years
- Ex-servicemen: Up to 3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age.
Other Requirements:
- Candidates must fulfill the physical and medical standards prescribed by the SSC for the Stenographer post.
- Candidates must possess the required skills in stenography as per the notified standard.
Note:
- Candidates appearing in their final year of 10+2 or equivalent examination are also eligible to apply, but they must possess the required educational qualification at the time of applying.
It’s essential for candidates to fulfill all the eligibility criteria before applying for the SSC Stenographer exam. Any discrepancy found at any stage of the recruitment process can lead to disqualification.
