SSC Stenographer Grade C, D Answer Key 2025 OUT, Download Link

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SSC Stenographer Grade C, D Answer Key 2025 OUT, Download Link

SSC Stenographer Grade C, D Answer Key 2025 OUT, Download Link

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the tentative answer keys and candidate response sheets for the Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2025. This is a crucial phase for all candidates who appeared for the Computer-Based Test (CBT). Here’s your complete guide on how to access them, challenge the answer key, and what to expect next.

SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2025: Key Highlights at a Glance

EventDetails
Exam Conducted On6th, 7th, 8th, and 11th August 2025
Answer Key Release Date22nd August 2025
Challenge Window22nd August (6:00 PM) to 25th August 2025 (6:00 PM)
Challenge Fee₹50 per question (Reduced from ₹100)
Official Websitehttps://ssc.gov.in

How to Download SSC Stenographer Answer Key & Response Sheet

Follow these simple steps to check your response sheet and the tentative answer key:

  1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the SSC official portal: https://ssc.gov.in.
  2. Login to Your Account: Click on the “Login” link on the homepage. Enter your Registration Number and Password.
  3. Navigate to Answer Key Challenge: After logging in, find and click on the “Answer Key Challenge” link or tab associated with the Stenographer Exam.
  4. Access Your Response Sheet: Click on “Click Here” to view your response sheet. It will display all the questions, your answers, and the correct answers as per SSC.
  5. Review and Download: You can review your performance and take a printout of your response sheet for future reference. Note: The sheets will not be available after the challenge period.

Understanding Your Response Sheet Colour Codes

The SSC response sheet uses a colour-coded system for easy analysis:

  • Green: Your answer is correct.
  • Red: Your answer is incorrect.
  • Yellow: Highlights the correct answer for a question you got wrong.
  • Grey: Question not attempted.

Step-by-Step Process to Challenge SSC Answer Key

If you find any discrepancy in a question or its answer, you can raise an objection online.

  1. Login and Go to Grievance Section: After accessing your response sheet, click on the “Grievance about Question” tab.
  2. Enter Question Number: Type the specific question number you want to challenge and click “Get Question”.
  3. Select Complaint Type: Choose the appropriate reason for your challenge from the dropdown menu:
    • All the options/answers are wrong.
    • More than one correct option/answer.
    • Question is out of syllabus.
    • Other (with details).
  4. Provide Details: Clearly state your justification in the “Complaint Text Box” (within 120 characters). You can also upload a scanned image or document as supporting evidence.
  5. Submit and Proceed to Payment: Click on “Submit Question”. You will be redirected to a payment gateway.
  6. Pay the Challenge Fee: Pay the non-refundable fee of ₹50 per question challenged. Your challenge will only be considered if the payment is successful.
  7. Confirmation: After successful payment, you will receive a confirmation. You can challenge multiple questions by repeating the process.

Important: No representations will be entertained after 25th August 2025, 6:00 PM under any circumstances.

A Quick Recap: SSC Stenographer Eligibility Criteria

For those who are new or need a reminder, here are the key eligibility points from the official recruitment notification:

  • Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
  • Age Limit (as of 01-08-2025):
    • Stenographer Grade ‘C’: 18 to 30 years.
    • Stenographer Grade ‘D’: 18 to 27 years.
    • (Age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per government rules).
  • Educational Qualification:
    • Must have passed 12th Standard (or equivalent) from a recognized board or university.
  • Skill Test Qualification:
    • Grade ‘D’: Dictation at 80 w.p.m. for 10 minutes & Transcription at 50 w.p.m. (English) / 65 w.p.m. (Hindi).
    • Grade ‘C’: Dictation at 100 w.p.m. for 10 minutes & Transcription at 55 w.p.m. (English) / 75 w.p.m. (Hindi).

What Happens After the Challenge Window?

After reviewing all the challenges submitted by candidates, the SSC will form a committee of subject experts. This committee will examine each challenge meticulously. The final answer key will be prepared based on their recommendations. The final result and merit list will be declared using this final answer key, and no further challenges will be allowed at that stage.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to challenge the SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2025?
Ans: The last date is 25th August 2025, till 6:00 PM.

Q2: How much do I have to pay to challenge an answer?
Ans: The fee is ₹50 per question challenged. This fee is non-refundable.

Q3: My answer was marked wrong, but I think it’s correct. What should I do?
Ans: Use the challenge process outlined above. Select the appropriate complaint type, provide a solid reason or evidence from a reliable source (like a standard textbook), and submit it before the deadline with the fee.

Q4: Will the final answer key be released?
Ans: Yes, after reviewing all challenges, SSC will release a final answer key based on which the results will be prepared.

Q5: I can’t find my response sheet. What should I do?
Ans: Ensure you are logging in with the correct credentials (Registration No. and Password). If the problem persists, contact the SSC helpdesk through the contact details provided on their website.

Stay tuned to NaukriAlerts.com for the latest updates on the final answer key and result declaration!

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