DSSC Syllabus for LDC, MTS and Stenographer Posts
May 28, 2026
As per last year’s records and proof, DSSC has announced the new vacancy of 78 posts in the various designation thier own department. After the long wait, this recruitment came into the light, and thousands of aspirants will attend this exam. Today, we have come to provide the official syllabus and exam pattern of the DSSB MTS, LDC and Stenographers posts.
These are the non-teaching posts in the Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), which is a very famous and popular college in India. The application of this exam is from 23rd May to 12th June 2026.
DSSC Syllabus 2026 for LDC, MTS & Stenographer – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) |
| Posts Name | LDC, MTS, Stenographer |
| Total Posts | 78 |
| Category | Syllabus & Exam Pattern |
| Exam Mode | Offline / Online (As per notification) |
| Question Type | Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions |
| Subjects Included | General Awareness, Reasoning, English, Mathematics |
| Total Questions | 100 Questions |
| Total Marks | 100 Marks |
| Exam Duration | 120 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | As per official notification |
| Selection Process | Written Exam → Skill Test (Steno/LDC) → Document Verification |
| Skill Test | Typing Test for LDC, Shorthand Test for Stenographer |
| Official Website | www.dssc. gov.in |
DSSC Syllabus 2026 For All Posts
General Intelligence & Reasoning:
- Spatial Visualization
- Spatial Orientation
- Visual Memory
- Direction Sense
- Decision Making
- Judgment
- Problem Solving
- Coding and Decoding
- Statement Conclusion
- Syllogism
- Analogies
- Similarities and Differences
- Relationship Concepts
- Arithmetic Reasoning
- Verbal and Figure Classification
- Blood Relations
- Puzzles
- Discrimination
- Observation
- Ranking
Numerical Aptitude:
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Statistics
- Number Systems
- Computation of Whole Numbers
- Decimals and Fractions
- Relationship between Numbers
- Fundamental Arithmetical Operations
- Percentages
- Ratio and Proportion
- Averages
- Interest
- Profit and Loss
- Discount
- Time and Distance
- Time and Work
- Mensuration
General English:
- Comprehension Passage
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Sentence Structure
- Spotting Errors
- Fill in the Blanks
- Cloze Test
- Idioms and Phrases
- One Word Substitution
General Awareness:
- Current Affairs – National and International
- History – India and the World
- Geography – India and World
- Indian Polity
- Indian Economy
- Indian Constitution
- Science and Technology
- Environmental Issues
- Sports
- Awards and Honours
- Books and Authors
- Culture and Heritage
DSSC Exam Pattern 2026
| Post Name | Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-II | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General English & General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| Specialized Subjects | 50 | 75 | |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| General English & General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| Civilian Motor Driver (Ordinary Grade) | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| General English & General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| Sukhani, Carpenter, MTS (Office & Training), Fireman, Cook, Technical Attendant – Printing Machine Operator, Cycle Repairer, Barber, Cinema Projectionist Grade-II, Book Binder & Library Attendant | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Numerical Aptitude / General English / General Awareness (as applicable) | 50 | 50 | |
| Specialized Subjects (as applicable) | 25 | 25 |
