The HSSC Stenographer examination is conducted by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) to recruit eligible candidates for stenographer posts in various government departments and offices of Haryana. This examination is a valuable opportunity for individuals seeking stable and respectable government employment. The selection process typically includes a written examination, followed by a skill test in stenography and typing, and document verification. Candidates are assessed on subjects such as General Knowledge, General Awareness, Reasoning, English, and Hindi, along with shorthand proficiency and computer typing speed.
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The role of a stenographer is crucial in government offices, as they are responsible for taking dictations, preparing official correspondence, maintaining records, and assisting senior officers in administrative tasks. Strong language skills, accuracy, and speed in shorthand and typing are essential for this position. The HSSC Stenographer post offers job security, attractive salary, and opportunities for career growth within the state government system.
HSSC Stenographer 2026 : Overview Table
| Feature | Details |
| Notification Number | Advt. No. 03/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,952 Posts |
| Application Start Date | 06.02.2026 (Revised) |
| Last Date to Apply | 15.02.2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Fee | No Fee required for any candidate |
| Age Limit | 18 to 42 years |
| Prerequisite | Must be HSSC Group-C CET Phase-I Qualified |
| Mandatory Subject | Hindi or Sanskrit in Matric or Higher Education |
| Official Website | hssc.gov.in |
HSSC Stenographer 2026 : Exam Pattern & Selection Stages
The selection process for the HSSC Stenographer 2026 is designed to test both your technical shorthand skills and your academic knowledge. It consists of two primary stages:
Stage-I: Stenography Skill Test (Qualifying)
- Fonts: Kruti Dev 10 for Hindi (Font 14) and Arial for English (Font 12).
- Error Limits: Generally, mistakes should not exceed 8%, though some departments (like the Pollution Control Board) require a stricter 4% accuracy.
Stage-II: Written Examination (Merit-Based)
Candidates who pass the skill test will sit for an offline (OMR-based) written exam.
| Parameter | Details |
| Total Questions | 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Marks | 100 Marks |
| Duration | 1 Hour 45 Minutes |
| Qualifying Marks (General) | 50% |
| Qualifying Marks (Reserved) | 40% |
| Marking Scheme | No negative marking for wrong answers |
| Special Instruction | -1 mark penalty if 5th option is not filled for un attempted questions |
HSSC Stenographer 2026 : Syllabus
Stage-I: Stenography Skill Test Syllabus (Qualifying)
The skill test is conducted on a computer using Kruti Dev 10 for Hindi and Arial for English.
| Post Category | Language | Shorthand Speed | Transcription Speed | Max Mistake % |
| Steno-Typist | Hindi | 64 w.p.m. | 11 w.p.m. | 8% |
| Steno-Typist | English | 80 w.p.m. | 15 w.p.m. | 8% |
| Junior Scale Stenographer | English | 100 w.p.m. | 20 w.p.m. | 8% |
| Senior Scale Stenographer | English | 100 w.p.m. | 20 w.p.m. | 4% |
| Junior/Senior Scale | Both | 100 Eng / 80 Hindi | 20 Eng / 15 Hindi | 8% (4% for HSPCB) |
Stage-II: Written Examination Syllabus (100 Marks)
The written exam consists of 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) to be completed in 105 minutes.
A. General Topics (30% Weightage)
| Section | Weightage | Detailed Topics |
| General Awareness & Haryana GK | 20% | General awareness, Reasoning, Mathematics, Science, History, Current Affairs, Literature, Geography, Civics, Environment, and Culture (specifically including Haryana-related history and facts). |
| Computer Knowledge | 10% | Computer terminology, Fundamentals, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Internet, Web browsing, Communication, Emails, and Downloading/Uploading data. |
B. Subject-Specific Syllabus: Stenography Theory (70% Weightage)
This section focuses on the technical principles of shorthand.
| Language | Detailed Shorthand Theory Topics |
| English Shorthand | Joining Consonants, vowels (long, short, dot, dash), Logograms, Grammalogues, Contractions, Diphthongs and Triphones, Strokes (R, H, L, W), Circles and Loops (S, Z, SW, ST, STR), Hooked strokes (initial/final), Shun hook, Halving Principles (for T & D), and Doubling Principles. |
| Hindi Shorthand | व्यंजनों का वर्गक्रमानुसार प्रयोग (Joining of consonants), स्वर (Vowels: dot and dash), शब्द चिहन (Logograms), वाक्यांश (Phraseography), द्विस्वर एवं त्रिस्वर (Diphthongs/Triphones), वृत्त (Circles: S, Z), लूप (Loops: ST, STR), अंकुश (Hooks: R, L, N, V, F), अर्धकरण सिद्धांत (Halving Principle), and द्विगुण सिद्धांत (Doubling Principle). |
Evaluation Scheme: Shorthand Errors
| Type of Mistake | Definition |
| Full Mistake | Omission of a word/figure; Substitution of a word; Addition of a word; Wrong use of capital/small letters; No space between words; Space before a Full Stop. |
| Half Mistake | Using singular instead of plural (or vice-versa); Using a small letter at the beginning of a sentence. |
| Ignored Mistakes | Paragraph indenting; Different ways of writing dates (e.g., 04/07/2026 vs 4 July 2026); Symbols like % vs Percent or & vs and. |
HSSC Stenographer 2026 : Preparation Tip
Technical Skills Preparation (Shorthand & Typing)
| Tip | Implementation Strategy |
| Daily Dictation | Practice with audio dictations at speeds 5-10 wpm higher than your target post requirement (e.g., practice at 90 wpm for an 80 wpm post). |
| Accuracy Drills | Focus on “Full Mistakes” like omissions or substitutions, as these are the costliest. Review the HSSC error evaluation scheme daily. |
| Transcription | Always transcribe your shorthand notes on a computer using the specified fonts (Kruti Dev/Arial) to build muscle memory. |
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