GSSSB Stenographer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

Online Application Start Date: 15 July 2026 (2:00 PM) Online Application Last Date: 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM) Last Date to Pay Examination Fee: 1 August 2026 (11:59 PM) Reference Date for Age, Educational Qualification and Other Eligibility: 29 July 2026 Probable Qualifying Test (Shorthand Test) Month: September 2026 (tentative, as per the notification) The exact examination date, time and admit card download instructions will be published later on the GSSSB website. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official website regularly for updates.

The candidate must be a citizen of India or possess the nationality prescribed under Rule-7 of the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967. A bachelor's degree from any university established or incorporated by or under a Central or State Act in India, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government. Basic knowledge of computer applications as prescribed under the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967. Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi, or both. Candidates who do not currently hold a certificate for basic computer knowledge can still apply, but they must produce such a certificate before appointment; otherwise they will not be eligible for appointment. As on 29 July 2026, the candidate's age must not be less than 20 years and not more than 40 years. The upper age limit may be relaxed for candidate

Selected candidates will be appointed on a fixed monthly pay of Rs. 40,800/- for the first five years, along with other benefits admissible under the relevant Finance Department resolutions. On satisfactory completion of five years of service, the candidate becomes eligible for regular appointment in the 7th Pay Commission pay scale of Rs. 35,400/- to Rs. 1,12,400/- (Level-6), subject to the outcome of SLP No. 14124/2012 and SLP No. 14125/2012 pending before the Supreme Court.

The fee must be paid only online through Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI or Wallet, on or before 1 August 2026 (11:59 PM). A transaction fee will apply in addition to the examination fee. The fee paid is refundable only to those candidates who actually appear for the examination; it will not be refunded to candidates who do not appear.

The selection process for the English Stenographer, Grade-2 post consists of the following stages: Dictation of an English passage in shorthand at a speed of 80 words per minute for two minutes, followed by transcription at a speed of 7 words per minute (in legible handwriting, not typing). This test checks the candidate's shorthand-writing ability; only candidates who meet the required skill level are declared eligible for the Main Examination. Paper-1: English Language Proficiency and Computer Knowledge (Descriptive and Objective) - 100 Marks, 2 Hours The Basic Computer Knowledge portion (20 marks) covers computer basics, software (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, Windows, Indic), working with internet and email, and basics of networking and cyber security. Paper-2: Skill Test (Shorthand and Transcription Typing) - 100 Marks Dictation of 2 passages of 4 minutes each (8 min

Educational qualification certificates Birth date/age proof certificate School Leaving Certificate Category certificate (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS), where applicable Non-creamy layer certificate (for SEBC candidates), where applicable Disability certificate (for PwD candidates), where applicable Ex-servicemen certificate/discharge book, where applicable Basic computer knowledge certificate Passport-size photograph (white background, recent) and signature, in the prescribed format for upload

Only one application should be submitted per candidate; if multiple applications are submitted, only the last confirmed application will be considered valid. No changes can be made to the category (caste) details or any other information after the application is confirmed. Candidates must keep their original certificates ready, as details in the application must match these certificates exactly; discrepancies can lead to rejection at any stage. The same photograph uploaded during application must be used throughout the recruitment process, including at the exam center and during document verification. Keep the mobile number and email ID provided in the application active until the recruitment process is complete, as important updates will be sent through SMS/email. Candidates found using unfair means, submitting false information, or violating the Gujarat Public Examination (Prevention o