Question 1

Is the SSC Steno mock test on TestCrux really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every SSC Steno mock test on TestCrux is 100% free — no paywall, no trial expiry, and no credit-card required. Sign up with your phone number or email to save attempts, view topic-wise analytics, and track your percentile across cycles.

Question 2

What is the SSC Steno exam pattern for 2026?

Accepted Answer

SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026 is a computer-based test (cbt) followed by skill test in stenography test with 200 questions for a total of 200 marks, conducted over 2 hours. The paper is divided into 3 sections — General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, English Language & Comprehension. Marking scheme: +1 for correct, -0.25 for wrong.

Question 3

Is there negative marking in SSC Steno?

Accepted Answer

Yes, SSC Steno has negative marking. Exact scheme: +1 for correct, -0.25 for wrong. Our mock tests apply the same penalty so your score and percentile reflect the real exam.

Question 4

Can I take the SSC Steno mock test in Hindi?

Accepted Answer

Yes. TestCrux offers SSC Steno mock tests in English and Hindi. You can toggle the question language mid-test without losing any of your answers — exactly like the real CBT interface used by NTA, SSC and IBPS.

Question 5

What is the age limit for SSC Steno?

Accepted Answer

Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years of age as of the notification's cut-off date. Age relaxation applies per the official notification for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD and other reserved categories.

Question 6

What is the educational qualification required for SSC Steno?

Accepted Answer

To appear for SSC Stenographer Grade C & D, a candidate typically needs: Passed 12th standard from a recognized board. Final-year students are usually allowed to appear provisionally — refer to the official Staff Selection Commission for the exact cut-off.

Question 7

When will SSC Steno 2026 be conducted?

Accepted Answer

The next SSC Steno exam is scheduled for 20 Nov 2026. Staff Selection Commission publishes the detailed date sheet in the official notification. TestCrux updates this page as soon as the schedule is revised — bookmark it to stay current.

Question 8

What is the SSC Steno application fee?

Accepted Answer

The SSC Steno application fee for the general category is ₹100. Free for SC/ST/PwD/Women/Ex-servicemen

Question 9

How should I prepare for SSC Steno with TestCrux?

Accepted Answer

Start with one full-length SSC Steno mock test on TestCrux to get a baseline score and percentile. Review the topic-wise heatmap to find your weakest chapters, then take 10-15 sectional tests focused on those topics. Finish with 3-4 more full-length mocks in the two weeks before the exam to build stamina. Every attempt gives you time-per-question analytics so you can fix pacing issues before the real exam.

Question 10

Who conducts SSC Steno?

Accepted Answer

SSC Stenographer Grade C & D is conducted by Staff Selection Commission. The official notification, answer keys and result are published on https://ssc.gov.in. TestCrux builds its mock tests against the latest official pattern from Staff Selection Commission so your practice always matches what you'll see on exam day.

SSC Stenographer Grade C & D

About SSC Steno

Eligibility

Exam Pattern

Syllabus Outline

General Intelligence & Reasoning

General Awareness

English Language

Important Dates

Application Fee

Selection Process

Two-stage selection

Official Resources

Practice for SSC Steno

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SSC Steno — Frequently Asked Questions

SSC CGL

SSC CPO

SSC Selection Post

SSC CHSL

Section	Qs	Marks	Time
General Intelligence & Reasoning	50	50	—
General Awareness	50	50	—
English Language & Comprehension	100	100	—