The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) released the SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 on 23rd September 2026 on its official website, ssc.gov.in. The answer key and candidate response sheets are for the Stenographer Grade 'C' (Group 'B', Non-Gazetted) and Stenographer Grade 'D' (Group 'C') Examination, 2026, held as a Computer Based Examination (CBE) on 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, and 15th September 2026. Candidates can log in with their Registration Number and Password to check and download their provisional answer key and raise objections if needed.
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Name of Examination | Stenographer Grade 'C' (Group 'B', Non-Gazetted) & Grade 'D' (Group 'C') Examination, 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Examination (CBE) |
| Exam Dates 2026 | 9, 10, 11, 12, and 15 September 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 23 September 2026 |
| Objection Window | 23 September to 26 September 2026 (till 23:00 Hrs) |
| Objection Fee | Rs. 50 per question |
| Login Credentials Required | Registration Number and Password |
| Answer Key Mode | Online, PDF format, accessible after candidate login |
| Expected Result Date | 2nd week of October 2026 (as indicated by SSC's provisional schedule) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 - Important Dates
- Exam Dates: 9, 10, 11, 12, and 15 September 2026
- Provisional Answer Key Released: 23 September 2026
- Objection Window Opens: 23 September 2026
- Objection Window Closes: 26 September 2026 (23:00 Hrs)
- Expected Result: 2nd week of October 2026
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 - Direct Link
Candidates can use the direct link below to download the SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 from the official SSC website.
- Direct Link to Download SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 Here
- Download Official Notice PDF For SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026
How to Download SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 at ssc.gov.in
- Visit the official SSC website: https://ssc.gov.in/login.
- Look for the "Login" section or the "Latest News" panel on the homepage.
- Enter your Registration Number and Password to log in to your candidate account.
- Locate the link for "Stenographer Grade C & D Examination, 2026 - Answer Key and Response Sheet."
- Your provisional answer key and response sheet will open on the screen.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference, including for any objection you plan to raise.
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 - How to Raise an Objection
SSC has opened an objection window from 23 September to 26 September 2026 (23:00 Hrs) for candidates who wish to challenge any answer in the provisional key. Each objection costs Rs. 50 per question, payable online.
- Visit the official SSC website and log in using your Registration Number and Password.
- Go to the "Raise Objection Against Provisional Stenographer Grade C & D Answer Key 2026" link.
- Select the question number(s) you want to challenge.
- Choose the answer option you believe is correct, and upload supporting documents or evidence for your claim.
- Pay the objection fee of Rs. 50 per question through the available online payment mode.
- Submit the objection form and save/download the confirmation page for your records.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- The answer key released now is provisional/tentative, not final - scores may change after objections are reviewed.
- Objections without valid supporting evidence may not be considered; check SSC's detailed notice for exact evidentiary requirements.
- Objection fees, once paid, are generally non-refundable regardless of the outcome - confirm this from the official notice before paying.
- Keep your Registration Number and Password secure, as they are required for both the answer key and the objection process.
- If the site is slow to load your specific region's answer key, wait and retry, as SSC updates records region-wise.