SSC JHT recruits Junior Hindi Translators, Junior Translation Officers and related translator posts as notified.
CategoryGovernment Jobs
TypeRecruitment
Conducting authorityStaff Selection Commission
Department / parent organisationGovernment of India ministries and departments
Qualification levelPostgraduate
Exam modeCBT
SSC JHTSSC Combined Hindi Translatorsgovernmentrecruitmentnational examStaff Selection Commission
Editorial update
SSC calendar lists Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2026 under the 2026 schedule.
SSC calendar lists Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2026 under the 2026 schedule.
Latest Updates
SSC calendar lists Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2026 under the 2026 schedule.
| Date | Event | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Apr 2026 | Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 listed on SSC calendar | ssc.gov.in |
Important Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | SSC JHT |
| Full Form | Combined Hindi Translators Examination |
| Conducting Authority | Staff Selection Commission |
| Exam Level | National |
| Exam Category | Central government recruitment |
| Purpose | Recruitment for Hindi-English translator posts in government offices |
| Frequency | Usually annual |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Computer-based test with further stage requirements where notified |
| Question Type | Objective MCQ and/or descriptive or skill test as notified |
| Exam Stages/Tiers | Paper I computer-based examination, Paper II descriptive translation and essay, Document verification |
| Exam Duration | Paper-wise duration as notified |
| Total Marks | Paper-wise marks as notified |
| Negative Marking | Negative marking applies in objective papers as notified. |
| Languages/Medium | English and Hindi where notified, with language-paper exceptions |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in/ |
Important Dates
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| Event | Status / Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | Listed in SSC 2026 calendar; check current notice |
| Paper I | As notified |
| Paper II | As notified |
Eligibility
- Masters degree and Hindi/English language combinations as specified in the notice.
- Translation diploma/certificate or experience may apply for some posts.
- Age and relaxation are notification-specific.
Exam Pattern
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| Stage / Tier | Paper / Section | Questions | Marks | Duration | Question type | Negative marking | Qualifying / merit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Hindi and General English | Objective | As notified | As notified | Objective MCQ | As notified | Shortlisting |
| Paper II | Translation and essay | Descriptive | As notified | As notified | Written/descriptive | Not applicable | Merit |
Syllabus
Hindi
- Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, language usage
English
- Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension
Translation
- Hindi-English and English-Hindi translation
Essay
- Essay writing in Hindi and English
Application, Admit Card, Answer Key and Result
Application process
- Register or sign in only on the official application portal.
- Complete the application form, upload required documents, preview carefully and pay the notified fee where applicable.
- Use correction windows only when the official authority opens them.
- Save the application confirmation and official payment acknowledgement.
Admit card
- Download the admit card from the official portal when released.
- Check name, exam city, reporting time, photograph, signature and instructions.
- Carry the printed admit card, valid photo identity proof and any documents listed in the notice.
Answer key
- Use only the provisional and final answer key process published by the exam authority.
- Submit objections, if allowed, within the official window and with the required fee or proof.
- Final scores are based on the authoritys final answer key and normalization rules where applicable.
Result
- Results may be issued as scorecards, roll-number lists, merit lists or stage-wise shortlists.
- Qualified candidates should follow the next stage instructions exactly as published.
- Cutoff and marks should be treated as official only when published by the authority.
Selection Process
- Paper I computer-based examination
- Paper II descriptive translation and essay
- Document verification
Posts, Services or Courses
- Junior Hindi Translator, Junior Translation Officer, Senior Hindi Translator and related posts as named in the current notification.
Preparation Strategy
- Practise bidirectional translation daily.
- Maintain separate vocabulary notebooks for official usage.
- Write timed essays in both languages.
MCQ, Mock Tests and Previous Year Papers
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|---|---|
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is SSC JHT?
SSC JHT is recruitment for hindi-english translator posts in government offices.
Who conducts SSC JHT?
SSC JHT is conducted by Staff Selection Commission.
How often is SSC JHT held?
The usual frequency is usually annual, subject to official notification.
What is the selection process?
The selection process includes Paper I computer-based examination, Paper II descriptive translation and essay, Document verification.
Is there negative marking?
Negative marking applies in objective papers as notified.
Where should I check official updates?
Use the official source links listed on this page before acting on dates, fees, vacancies or application instructions.
Are SaralStudy MCQs available for this exam?
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Official Source References
Last verified: 2026-09-08. Content year: 2026.
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