SSC Stenographer Syllabus 2024: Check Tier 1 and 2 Exam Pattern

Hafsha Qureshi
Hafsha Qureshi

Updated on - Dec 29, 2023

SSC Stenographer syllabus 2024 has been released on the official site at ssc.nic.in. The SSC Stenographer syllabus consists of General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, and English Language and Comprehension, along with a Stenography Skill Test.

SSC Stenographer 2024 examination will include two tiers for the candidates to attempt. The aspirants must clear the first two tests to advance to the document verification round.

It is important for candidates to have a complete understanding of the SSC Stenographer syllabus 2024 to ensure that they prepare all the topics for the examination. Mastering this syllabus prepares aspiring candidates to attempt both phases of the SSC Stenographer exams.

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SSC Stenographer Syllabus 2024 Overview

SSC Stenographer Syllabus 2024 will be released with the SSC notification by the authority. Candidates need to pass the first two tests in order to get qualified for the interview round.

Following are the basic details of the Stenographer syllabus 2024 for aspirants to refer to.

SSC Stenographer Syllabus 2024 Overview
Particulars Details
Authority Staff Selection Commission
Official Website Link
Exam Level National
Selection Process Tier 1: CBTTier 2: Skill test
Questions 200
Total Marks 200 
Test Duration Tier 1: 2 HoursTier 2: 65 Minutes

SSC Stenographer 2024 Syllabus

SSC Stenographer syllabus 2024 is different for Tiers 1 and 2. Tier 1 will be a computer-based test, and tier 2 a skill test. Candidates must pass the tier 1 exam to advance to tier 2. Aspirants can read along to learn about the details of each tier in detail.

SSC Stenographer Syllabus 2024 Tier 1

The Stenographer syllabus 2024  for tier 1 includes three sections with different subjects. The following is tabular data for the tier 1 subjects.

SSC Stenographer Syllabus for General Intelligence and Reasoning

  • Analogy, Similarities, and Differences
  • Space Visualisation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Visual Memory
  • Relationship Concepts
  • Discriminating Observation
  • Decision Making
  • Analysis
  • Judgment
  • Verbal and Figure Classification
  • Arithmetical Number Series
  • Non-Verbal Series

SSC Stenographer Syllabus for General Awareness

  • Static Awareness
  • Current Affairs
  • Science and Technology
  • History
  • Geography
  • Sports
  • Economic scene

SSC Stenographer Syllabus for English Language

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Synonyms & Antonyms
  • Spellings
  • Fill in the Blanks
  • Para Jumbles and Sentence Jumble

SSC Stenographer Syllabus 2024 Tier 2

Candidates must pass the tier 1 examination in order to move further to tier 2. According to the Stenographer syllabus, tier 2 includes a skill test, in which candidates will be given one dictation in the language opted in the application form for both the Stenographer Grade C and D. Following are the topics the dictation will be asked upon.

  • President’s Speech
  • Topics on Natural Calamities
  • Speech given in the Parliament
  • Issues from the Editorial Columns of Newspapers
  • Railway Speech
  • Employment/Unemployment in India
  • Topics of National Interest
  • Budget Speech
  • Topics on Science and Technology
  • Any Topic of National Interest

SSC Stenographer Exam Pattern 2024

Candidates must know the Stenographer 2024 exam pattern before appearing for the examination. The Exam pattern differs from tiers 1 and 2. Following are the details of the exam pattern for each tier.

SSC Stenographer Tier 1 Exam Pattern

Aspirants can read along to know the details of the exam pattern for tier 1 of the Stenographer exam 2024.

  • Candidates will be awarded one mark for every correct answer.
  • 0.25 marks will be deducted from the total marks for every incorrect answer.
  • Unattempted questions will be awarded with no marks.
  • The total time duration for the exam will be 2 hours.
  • Marks scored by the candidates will be normalized, and the final merit list and the cutoff list will be published accordingly.

Candidates can refer to the tabular data given below for each section.

SSC Stenographer Tier 1 Exam Pattern
Sections No. of questions Total Marks
General Awareness 50 50
General Intelligence & Reasoning 50 50
English Language & Comprehension 100 100
Total 200 200

SSC Stenographer Tier 2 Exam Pattern

The SSC Stenographer syllabus states that tier 2 will include a skill test. Candidates will have to write a passage on the topic given and transcribe it on the computer within the time limit. The exam pattern is different for dictation and transcription. The details for different grades are given below in tabular data.

Dictation

  • The language of the dictation will be both English and Hindi.
  • Candidates will select their preferred language while filling out the application form.
  • Skill tests will be held at the exam centers or the commission’s regional offices.
  • Skill tests will be qualifying in nature.

The exam pattern for dictation is tabulated below.

SSC Stenographer Dictation Exam Pattern
Grade Speed (WPM) Time Limit
Grade C 100 10 minutes
Grade D 80 10 minutes

Transcription

The exam pattern for transcription is detailed in the table below.

SSC Stenographer Transcription Exam Pattern
Grade Language Time Duration
Grade C English 40
Grade C Hindi 55
Grade D English 50
Grade D Hindi 65

Preparation Tips for SSC Stenographer 2024

Candidates must know the SSC Stenographer Syllabus 2024 to prepare accordingly and form strategies. Candidates can read the following tips below to prepare for the exam.

  • Candidates should get familiarised with the syllabus, selection process, and pattern of the exam.
  • Aspirants can solve the previous year's question papers to prepare a strategy for the exam.
  • By attempting as many tests as possible candidates will be able to manage their time better.
  • Revising the syllabus is a must for aspirants who want to achieve a high score in the exam.

FAQs

What is the SSC Stenographer syllabus?

The SSC Stenographer syllabus includes General Intelligence and reasoning, General Awareness, and English Language and comprehension.

Where can I find the detailed SSC Stenographer syllabus?

You can find the detailed SSC Stenographer syllabus on the official SSC website or in the official notification.

How many sections are there in the SSC Stenographer Tier 1 syllabus?

The SSC Stenographer Tier 1 syllabus consists of three sections: General Intelligence and reasoning, General Awareness, and English Language and comprehension.

What are the topics for dictation in the skill test of the SSC Stenographer Syllabus?

The dictation topics for the SSC Stenographer skill test syllabus can include the President's Speech, Natural Calamities, Parliamentary Speech, and more.

What is the time limit for the dictation test in SSC Stenographer?

For Grade C, the dictation test time limit is 10 minutes (both English and Hindi), and for Grade D, it's also 10 minutes.

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