UPSC SO/Steno LDCE 2026
Conducted by: Union Public Service Commission
Last Date to Apply: 30 July 2026Application Closed
Official SourceKey Dates & Info
Last Date to Apply
30 July 2026
Closed
Salary
₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400
Age limit
As per service rules
Application Fee
General: ₹200, SC/ST/Female: Nil
About This Exam
Section Officer and Stenographer Grade B/C Limited Departmental Competitive Examination for promotion of existing government stenographers and assistants to higher grades.
Conducting Body
Union Public Service Commission
Total Vacancies
150+
Available Posts
Important Dates
Notification Expected
15 April 2026
Application End Date
30 July 2026
Exam Date
25 September 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Serving government Stenographers/Assistants with required service period
Age limit
As per service rules
As per departmental rules
Educational Qualification
Graduate with required years of service as Stenographer/Assistant
Number of Attempts
As per service rules
Application Fee
General: ₹200, SC/ST/Female: Nil
Detailed Syllabus
Exam Pattern
Selection Process
Written Exam → Skill Test → Merit List → Promotion
Previous Year Question Papers
We haven't catalogued previous year papers for this exam yet.
Salary & Career Growth
Salary / Pay Scale
₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400
Range: ₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400
Pay Level 6 to Pay Level 9
Plus DA, HRA, and other government allowances as applicable.
Perks & Allowances
DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Medical, Pension, LTC
Job Role & Responsibilities
Section Officer, Stenographer Grade B in CSS/CSSS
Career Growth & Promotions
Stenographer Grade C → Grade B → Grade A → Principal Private Secretary.
Career Benefits
- ✓ Job security and pension benefits
- ✓ Regular pay commission revisions
- ✓ Government housing and medical benefits
- ✓ Career advancement through promotions
Application Process
Application Fee
General: ₹200, SC/ST/Female: Nil
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