SarkariResultHome.comPSSSB Steno Typist Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern
Written by Sandip on 17 Oct 2026 · Organisation: Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board · State: Punjab
Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released the syllabus and exam pattern for Steno Typist on its official portal. This page explains how to use it for your preparation.
The direct links are in the Important Links table below.
You can also see more PSSSB updates on the PSSSB Recruitment page, all syllabus and the home page.
PSSSB Steno Typist Syllabus 2026: Exam Date & Pattern
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Steno Typist: What This Page Covers
Here you get the exam overview of Steno Typist, followed by the exam pattern and the syllabus, all in one place.
- First comes the exam overview: who conducts the exam, its level, mode, language and marking.
- Next are the pattern and subject-wise syllabus tables, with the marks, subject names and figures exactly as the source gives them.
- At the end you will find a preparation plan and the questions students ask most.
Steno Typist: Exam Overview
Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted for wrong answers (Part B only).
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post / course | Steno Typist |
| Type of questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Negative marking | 0.25 marks deducted for wrong answers (Part B only) |
| Recruitment Body | Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) |
| Exam Stages | Written Test (Part A & Part B) + Shorthand Skill Test |
| Selection Criteria | Merit based on Written Exam + Qualifying Skill Test |
Steno Typist: 2026
The table below gives the 2026 of Steno Typist, as it is given in the source.
In short: time: 60 minutes; negative marking: none.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A: Punjabi Language | 50 | 50 | 60 Minutes |
| Total | 50 | 50 | 1 Hour |
Steno Typist: Mains 2026
Check the mains 2026 for Steno Typist in the table below.
In short: time: 60 minutes; negative marking: none.
| Subject Category | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
| Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability | 25 | 25 |
| Language Skills (English & Punjabi) | 25 | 25 |
| ICT (Computer Awareness) | 08 | 08 |
| Punjab History & Culture | 17 | 17 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Steno Typist: Computer Test 2026
The list below is for Steno Typist.
- Shorthand Speed: 80 words per minute (WPM) in Punjabi
- Dictation Length: 400 words (generally divided into two paragraphs)
- Transcription Speed: 15 WPM typing on computer
Steno Typist: 2026 – Subject-Wise
Check the 2026 – subject-wise for Steno Typist in the table below.
In short: time: 60 minutes; negative marking: none.
| Subject | Detailed Topics |
|---|---|
| Punjabi Language (Qualifying) | Punjabi Grammar (Vyakaran), Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs, Adjectives, Adverbs |
| Vocabulary | Synonyms (Samanarthak), Antonyms (Virodharathak), Idioms (Muhavare), Proverbs (Akhan) |
| Sentence Structure | One-word Substitution, Sentence Correction, Punctuation |
| Culture & History | History of Punjab, Punjabi Literature, and Cultural Heritage of the State |
Steno Typist: Mains 2026
Check the mains 2026 for Steno Typist in the table below.
In short: time: 60 minutes; negative marking: none.
| Subject | Key Areas to Study |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | Current Affairs (National & International), Indian Constitution, Economy, Science, Sports |
| Mental Ability | Coding-Decoding, Analogies, Number Series, Blood Relations, Direction Sense |
| Numerical Skills | Fractions, Percentages, Profit & Loss, Simple Interest, Data Interpretation |
| Information Technology (ICT) | Basics of Computers, Operating Systems, Internet, Networking, MS Office |
| Punjab History & Culture | Sikh Gurus, Freedom Struggle in Punjab, Famous Personalities, Geography of Punjab |
Steno Typist: Subjects That Carry the Highest Marks
In the pattern table (PSSSB Steno Typist Mains Exam Pattern 2026), the most marks are carried by General Knowledge & Current Affairs (25), Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability (25), Language Skills (English & Punjabi) (25).
Marks differ from paper to paper, so check the table of your own paper.
Steno Typist: How To Cover 2026 Syllabus
How To Cover 2026 Syllabus of Steno Typist:
| Also check |
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| PSSSB Steno Typist Salary |
Steno Typist: How to Use the Pattern and Syllabus
- Read the exam overview above first, so you know who conducts the exam, its mode, language and marking before you study.
- This page has more than one pattern table, one for each paper or post group. Read the table that matches your own post or paper first.
- Negative marking is given as 0.25 marks deducted for wrong answers (Part B only). So avoid wild guesses and mark only the answers you are sure about.
- Copy the subject-wise topics into a notebook or sheet and tick each topic as read, revised and tested.
Steno Typist: Step-by-Step Preparation Plan
- Read the exam overview and the pattern table carefully and note the points that matter for your paper.
- Turn the subject-wise syllabus into a checklist of topics.
- Give the subjects that carry more marks (see the section above) more time, and study them first.
- Solve previous papers every week and keep a small notebook of the mistakes you made.
- Open the official notice once a month, because the board can change the syllabus or the pattern.
Earlier PSSSB Notifications
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|---|---|---|---|
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PSSSB Steno Typist Syllabus: Important Links
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| All PSSSB updates | Open PSSSB Recruitment |
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| PSSSB admit cards | View admit cards |
| PSSSB results | View results |
PSSSB Steno Typist Syllabus: Frequently Asked Questions
Is there negative marking in Steno Typist?
Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted for wrong answers (Part B only).
Where can I download the official Steno Typist syllabus or notice?
Use the official link in the Important Links table of this page or open the website of PSSSB. The official document is the final word if anything changes.
Can the Steno Typist syllabus or pattern change?
Yes. The conducting body may revise the syllabus or the pattern in a new notice, so check the official notice before you start and again before the exam.
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