The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has issued the SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 on 23rd September 2026 on its official website @www.ssc.gov.in. Candidates can now log in with their registration details to download provisional answer key, response sheet and raise objections.
The window to raise objections has also been opened from 23rd September to 26th September 2026 (11 PM) and objection fee has been cut to half amount from Rs. 100 to Rs. 50. Now, candidates have to pay only Rs. 50 per answer key objection application submitted by them.
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 Out @ssc.gov.in
SSC Stenographer computer-based examination was held from 9 September to 15 September 2026. Candidates who took the exam can now estimate their expected score using their provisional answer key and response sheet. The objection window has been opened where candidates will get a chance to raise objections on answers. Final Answer key and SSC Stenographer result will be declared after the review of all the challenges. More details here.
SSC Steno Grade C and D Answer Key – Highlights
| Particular | Details |
| Conducting Body |
Staff Selection Commission |
| Exam Mode |
Computer-Based Examination |
| Posts |
Stenographer Grade C and Grade D |
| Total Vacancies | 1,170 |
| Exam Date | 9 to 15 September 2026 |
| Answer Key | Released |
| Response Sheet | Available |
| Last Date to Raise Objection | 26th September 2026 (11 PM) |
| Selection Process |
CBE + Stenography Skill Test + Document Verification |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC Steno Answer Key 2026 – Direct Download Link
Candidates are advised to download their response sheet and provisional answer key as soon as possible and estimate their expected score. The answer key is live on the SSC website, candidates can log in using their registration number and password.
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 Download Link (ACTIVE)
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| CBE Conducted | 9–12 & 15 September 2026 |
| Tentative Answer Key & Response Sheet Released | 23 September 2026 |
| Challenge/Objection Window Opens | 23 September 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Challenge/Objection Window Closes | 26 September 2026, 11:00 PM |
How to Download the Provisional Answer Key?
The answer key can be downloaded using these steps:
- Visit the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in.
- Open the Answer Key section available on the homepage.
- Find the link for Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2026.
- Click on the relevant answer key/response sheet link.
- Enter the required Registration Number/Roll Number and Password.
- Submit the login details.
- The SSC Stenographer response sheet and answer key will appear on the screen.
- Download the response sheet and save it for future reference.
How to Calculate your Expected Score?
The computer based examination is of 200 marks consisting of 200 questions. Each question is of 1 mark and 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer. Candidates can use the following formula to know their estimated score:
Estimated Score = Number of Correct Answers × 1 − Number of Incorrect Answers × 0.25
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
| UR | 30% |
| OBC/EWS | 25% |
| SC/ST/PwBD/ESM | 20% |
Objection Window Details
Candidates who find any discrepancies in the provisional answer key can raise objections for a fee. Evidence for challenging any answers must be provided by the candidate. Once the objection window closes, no more objections can be raised.
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SSC Stenographer Answer Key Challenge Fee 2026 |
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| Category |
Fee per Question Challenged |
| All Candidates | ₹50 |
Note: The challenge fee has been reduced from the earlier ₹100 to ₹50 per question/answer for this cycle.
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 Objection Link (ACTIVE)
How to Raise Objection Against SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026?
- Log in to the SSC website with your Registration Number and Password.
- Go to the Challenge/Objection section under Challenge Management.
- Select the question(s) you wish to challenge.
- Pay the applicable fee of ₹50 per question.
- Submit your representation before 26 September 2026, 11:00 PM — no challenges will be accepted after this deadline under any circumstances.
What Happens Next?
The next step in the overall timeline for the SSC stenographer includes the release of the final answer key and the result. Once all objections have been reviewed, SSC will publish the final answer key. Based on this answer key, the result for the CBE is prepared. Candidates who qualify the CBE will proveed to the skill test. The selection process comprises of the following stages:
CBE → Stenography Skill Test → Document Verification → Final Selection
SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026: Points to Note
The sequence of questions and options in the challenge module may differ from how they appeared during the actual exam, this is because questions were shuffled differently across shifts. However, the answers selected by each candidate are accurately reflected, regardless of sequence.
The saved Question Paper is strictly for personal use and self-analysis only. Candidates must accept an undertaking to this effect in the Challenge Management portal before proceeding.
Response Sheets will not be available after the specified time limit, download and save a copy now, as individual requests for the sheet later will not be entertained.