The SSC Stenographer exam pattern typically consists of two stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Skill Test
Here’s a detailed breakdown of each stage:
- Computer Based Test (CBT):
- The CBT consists of objective type multiple choice questions.
- The exam is divided into three sections:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Awareness
- English Language & Comprehension
- Each section usually consists of 50 questions.
- The total duration of the exam is 2 hours (2 hours and 40 minutes for visually handicapped candidates).
- The exam is conducted online, and candidates need to select the correct answer from the options provided.
- There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
- The questions are generally of the 10th standard level.
- Skill Test:
- Candidates who qualify the CBT are eligible for the skill test.
- The skill test is a stenography test in which candidates are required to demonstrate their skill in typing and transcription.
- For Stenographer Grade ‘C’: Candidates are required to transcribe a dictated passage of 10 minutes in English/Hindi at a speed of 100 words per minute (w.p.m.) for Grade ‘C’.
- For Stenographer Grade ‘D’: Candidates are required to transcribe a dictated passage of 10 minutes in English/Hindi at a speed of 80 words per minute (w.p.m.) for Grade ‘D’.
- Errors are counted based on the number of mistakes in transcribing the passage.
- The skill test is of qualifying nature, and candidates need to qualify as per the standards set by the SSC.
It’s important for candidates to prepare thoroughly for both the CBT and skill test to increase their chances of success in the SSC Stenographer exam. Practice typing and transcription regularly to improve speed and accuracy, and also focus on strengthening your general intelligence, reasoning, awareness, and English language skills for the CBT.