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SSC Stenographer Grade C & D Virtual OMR Sheet & Free Printable A4 PDF

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SSC Stenographer Grade C & D OMR Sheet & Exam Hall Pattern

The SSC Stenographer Grade C & D conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC) consists of 200 questions for a total testing duration of 120 minutes. Candidates are awarded +1 marks per correct bubble, with 0.25 marks penalized for every incorrect entry.

Key Exam Attribute Official Parameter & Benchmark
Exam / Cadre Name SSC Stenographer Grade C & D
Conducting Body Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
7th CPC Pay Level Pay Level 4 (Grade Pay ₹2400)
Starting Basic Pay ₹25,500
Estimated In-Hand Salary ₹48,322 / month (Metro)
Total Questions & Time 200 Qs in 120 Minutes
Marking Scheme +1 Positive | -0.25 Negative
Typing Test Speed 40 WPM (English) / 30 WPM (Hindi)
Age Criteria (General/UR) 18 to 30 Years
Virtual OMR Engine 3.0Auto-Timer & Silly Mistake Heatmap

SSC Stenographer Grade C & D OMR Simulator

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Frequently Asked Questions: SSC Stenographer Grade C & D OMR Practice

Q1. What is the starting in-hand salary for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D?

As per the 7th CPC Matrix Level 4, the starting basic pay is ₹25,500. With Dearness Allowance (55% DA), House Rent Allowance (up to 30% for X-cities), and Transport Allowance minus NPS/PF deductions, the net monthly in-hand salary comes to approximately ₹48,322.

Q2. What is the negative marking and question pattern for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D?

The exam paper consists of 200 multiple-choice questions for a duration of 120 minutes. Candidates receive +1 marks for each correct response, while 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect attempt. Unattempted questions carry zero penalty.

Q3. Is there a typing skill test required for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D?

Yes. For clerical and secretariat evaluation in SSC Stenographer Grade C & D, a Computer Typing Skill Test (DEST) is mandatory with a qualifying benchmark of 40 words per minute (WPM) in English or 30 WPM in Hindi over a 15-minute exam session with 5% allowed error margin.

Q4. What are the age limits and relaxation criteria for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D?

General (Unreserved) candidates must be between 18 and 30 years of age. OBC category candidates receive a 3-year upper age relaxation, and SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year upper age relaxation as per Government of India / State Government rules.

Q5. How does the 8th Pay Commission fitment factor impact the Stenographer Grade C / Grade D in Ministries & Attached Offices salary?

If the 8th Pay Commission implements a projected fitment factor between 1.92x and 2.86x, the basic pay for Level 4 (currently ₹25,500) is projected to rise to between ₹48,960 and ₹72,930, dramatically boosting future gross pension and retirement benefits.

Q6. Can I download and print a free practice OMR sheet for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D?

Yes! ToppersMarg provides a free 1-click A4 Printable OMR Sheet Generator calibrated with exact 200 bubbles, corner optical alignment marks, roll number grid, and question-category sections mirroring the real exam hall sheet.