The SSC JHT Paper 1 Exam 2026 is scheduled for 8 September 2026 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) format. With 303 vacancies available for various translator roles, candidates can access essential information regarding the updated exam pattern, selection stages, admit card release, salary structure, and expert preparation strategies right here.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC JHT Exam Date 2026 for Junior Hindi Translator positions on its portal. According to the latest notification, the Paper 1 Computer-Based Examination is set for 8 September 2026. This guide provides comprehensive details on the exam timeline, revised test patterns, selection criteria, and download links for your admit card.
SSC JHT Exam Date 2026 Out
The SSC JHT Exam 2026 will take place on 8 September 2026, targeting 303 vacancies for Junior Hindi Translator and allied translation roles. The recruitment process comprises a preliminary Computer-Based Test (CBT), a descriptive paper, rigorous document verification, and a medical assessment.
The available vacancies encompass critical roles such as Junior Hindi Translator (JHT), Junior Translation Officer (JTO), Senior Hindi Translator (SHT), Senior Translator (ST), and Sub-Inspector (Hindi Translator) across numerous central government ministries and departments.
Candidates are encouraged to frequently monitor the official SSC website for timely announcements concerning admit card issuance, exam updates, and other significant recruitment events.
Click Here to Download the SSC JHT Notification 2026 PDF
SSC JHT Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
| Detail | Information |
| Conducting Body |
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
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| Exam Name |
Combined Hindi Translators (CHT) Examination 2026
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| Total Vacancies (Tentative) | 303 |
| Posts |
Junior & Senior Hindi Translators / Translation Officers
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| SSC JHT Exam Date 2026 |
8 September 2026
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| Age Limit | 18 to 30 Years |
| Educational Qualification |
Master’s Degree (relevant subjects)
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| Application Fee |
Rs 100 (General); Nil for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen
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| Selection Process |
Tier I (CBT) → Tier II (Descriptive) → DV → Medical
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| Salary |
₹35,400 – ₹1,42,400 per month (Pay Level 6–7)
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SSC JHT 2026 – Important Dates
Candidates should note these critical dates to stay organized and ensure a stress-free preparation process:
| Events |
Dates
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| Apply Online Started |
23rd April 2026
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| Last Date to Apply | 14th May 2026 (11 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay the fee |
15th May 2026 (11 PM)
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| Window Correction dates |
19th May 2026 to 20th May 2026 (11 PM)
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| SSC JHT CBT Exam Date 2026 |
8th September 2026
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| Admit Card Release |
7-10 Days Before Exam
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| Paper 2 Exam Date |
To Be Announced
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SSC JHT Vacancy 2026 Details
The Staff Selection Commission has announced 303 tentative vacancies across 32 ministries and departments for roles including JHT, JTO, and SHT. Please be advised that since these figures are tentative, the final vacancy count may be adjusted as the recruitment cycle progresses.
| Post Name | Ministry | Department | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
| Senior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Defence | Armed Forces Head Quarter (AFHQ), Department of Defence | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Senior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Defence | Directorate of Civilian Manpower & Planning (DCMPR), IHQ Navy | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Senior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of MSME | Office of Development Commissioner (MSME) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Senior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Finance | Enforcement Directorate (ED) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Central Administrative Tribunal | CAT | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Comptroller & Auditor General of India | C&AG | 38 | 13 | 6 | 24 | 9 | 90 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Defence | Border Roads Organisation (BRO) | 16 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 33 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Defence | Armed Forces Head Quarter (AFHQ) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Defence | Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA) | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 13 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Electronics & IT | National Informatics Centre (NIC) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Junior Hindi Translator (Subordinate Office) | Ministry of External Affairs | Central Passport Organisation (CPO) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Finance | Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Junior Hindi Translator (Subordinate Office) | Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying | Department of Fisheries | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Junior Hindi Translator (Subordinate Office) | Ministry of Health & Family Welfare | Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Home Affairs | Registrar General & Census Commissioner of India | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Jal Shakti | Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of MSME | Office of Development Commissioner (MSME) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Science & Technology | Department of Science & Technology | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Textiles | Central Silk Board | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Railways | Railway Board | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Electronics & IT | Ministry of Electronics & IT | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Communications | Department of Posts | 51 | 7 | 1 | 13 | 4 | 76 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution | Department of Consumer Affairs | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Defence | Department of Defence Production | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Finance | Department of Revenue | 6 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 24 |
| Junior Hindi Translator (Subordinate Office) | Department of Atomic Energy | Department of Atomic Energy | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Junior Hindi Translator (Subordinate Office) | Ministry of Mines | Ministry of Mines | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Junior Hindi Translator (Subordinate Office) | Ministry of Tourism | Ministry of Tourism | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Junior Hindi Translator (Subordinate Office) | Ministry of Earth Sciences | India Meteorological Department (IMD) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare | Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs | Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| Junior Translator (Group B Non-Gazetted) | Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways | Directorate General of Lighthouses & Lightships | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 156 | 37 | 15 | 75 | 20 | 303 | ||
SSC JHT 2026 Selection Process
- Paper-I (CBT, Objective): General Hindi & General English, 200 marks, 2 hours, 0.25 negative marking.
- Paper-II (Descriptive, Offline): Translation (Hindi↔English) and essays, 200 marks, 2 hours.
- Document Verification: For candidates who qualify for both papers.
- Final Merit: Based on the combined marks of Paper-I and Paper-II.
SSC JHT Exam Pattern
Effective this year, the SSC has implemented sectional timing in Paper 1, allocating exactly 1 hour for each section. All other components of the examination pattern remain consistent with previous requirements.
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Paper-I (Computer-Based Test – Objective)
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| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
Negative Marking
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| General Hindi | 100 | 100 | 1 hour |
0.25 per wrong answer
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| General English | 100 | 100 | 1 Hours | |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 2 hour | |
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Paper-II (Descriptive – Offline)
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| Task | Marks | Duration |
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Translation (Hindi → English)
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200 | 2 Hours |
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Translation (English → Hindi)
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| Essay Writing (Hindi & English) | ||
SSC JHT Preparation Tips
Candidates are advised to formulate a robust preparation strategy to excel in both Paper 1 and Paper 2.
- Strengthen Hindi and English grammar.
- Practice previous year SSC JHT papers.
- Improve translation speed and accuracy.
- Revise vocabulary and official terminology.
- Attempt mock tests regularly.
- Practice descriptive translation and essay writing for Paper 2.
SSC JHT Vacancy and Post Codes
The commission has designated 303 vacancies distributed across the following specific post codes:
| Code | Post Name | Department/Service | Pay Level |
| Code A | Junior Translation Officer (JTO) | Central Secretariat Official Language Service (CSOLS) | Level-6 |
| Code B | Junior Translation Officer (JTO) | Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ) | Level-6 |
| Code C | Junior Hindi Translator (JHT) / Junior Translation Officer (JTO) / Junior Translator (JT) | Various Central Government Ministries/Departments/Organizations | Level-6 |
| Code D | Senior Hindi Translator (SHT) / Senior Translator (ST) / Senior Translation Officer (STO) | Various Central Government Ministries / Departments/Organizations | Level-7 |
SSC JHT Apply Online 2026
The online application portal for JHT, JTO, and SHT positions is now closed. Candidates who successfully registered via www.ssc.gov.in should focus their efforts on final preparation ahead of the SSC JHT Exam 2026, scheduled for September 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fees |
| General | Rs 100 |
| SC/ST/Women | No Application Fees |
| Ex-Servicemen | No Application Fees |
How to Apply for SSC JHT Recruitment 2026?
Step 1: Navigate to the official Staff Selection Commission website.
Step 2: Complete your One-Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new applicant. Existing users can access their dashboard using their registration credentials.
Step 3: Locate and click the application link for 'SSC JHT 2026' listed under the 'Latest Notifications' section.
Step 4: Accurately input all required personal, educational, and contact information into the online form.
Step 5: Attach your photograph and signature, ensuring all documents meet the specified file format and size requirements.
Step 6: Pay the prescribed application fee using any of the available digital payment methods.
Step 7: Carefully verify all entered information before finalizing your submission.
Step 8: Download and retain a printed copy of your submitted application for future verification purposes.
Who is eligible for the Junior Hindi Translator post?
Below are the primary eligibility criteria for the JHT position:
SSC JHT Qualification
| Post |
Educational Qualification
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| Junior Translation Officer (JTO) / Junior Hindi Translator (JHT) / Junior Translator (JT) |
Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory/elective subject at the degree level
OR
Master’s Degree in English with Hindi as a compulsory/elective subject at the degree level
OR
Master’s Degree in any subject (other than Hindi/English) with Hindi medium and English as a compulsory/elective subject at the degree level
OR
Master’s Degree in any subject (other than Hindi/English) with English medium and Hindi as a compulsory/elective subject at degree level
OR
Master’s Degree in any subject with Hindi & English as compulsory/elective subjects at degree level AND Recognized Diploma/Certificate in Translation (Hindi ↔ English)
OR
2 years’ translation experience in Central/State Government offices
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| Senior Hindi Translator (SHT) / Senior Translator (ST) / Senior Translation Officer (STO) |
Same qualification as above AND 3 years’ translation experience from Hindi to English and vice versa in Central/State Government offices
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SSC JHT Age Limit
- The age limit for this recruitment is 18-30 Years.
- SSC Junior Translator Age Relaxation: As per government guidelines age relaxation in SSC Junior Translator is given in the table below:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| OBC | 3 years |
| ST/SC | 5 years |
| PH+Gen | 10 years |
| PH + OBC | 13 years |
| PH + SC/ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Gen) | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 6 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 years |
SSC JHT Nationality
Applicants for the Junior Translator post must be citizens of India, Nepal, or Bhutan. Candidates from Nepal or Bhutan are required to produce a valid Certificate of Eligibility verified by the Government of India.
SSC JHT Salary
| Name of the Post | Level/Pay Scale |
| Junior Translation Officer (JTO) in Central Secretariat Official Language Service (CSOLS) |
Level-6 (Rs. 35400 – 112400)
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| Junior Translation Officer (JTO) in Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ) |
Level-6 (Rs. 35400 – 112400)
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| Junior Hindi Translator (JHT) / Junior Translation Officer (JTO) / Junior Translator (JT) in various Central Government Ministries / Departments / Organizations |
Level-6 (Rs. 35400 – 112400)
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| Senior Hindi Translator (SHT) / Senior Translator (ST) / Senior Translation Officer (STO) in various Central Government Ministries / Departments / Organizations |
Level-7 (Rs. 44900 – 142400)
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| SSC JHT Salary | SSC JHT Cut Off |
FAQs
The SSC JHT CBT Exam 2026 is officially slated for 8 September 2026.
A total of 303 vacancies have been confirmed for various translation-related roles.
The recruitment drive covers posts including Junior Hindi Translator (JHT), Junior Translation Officer (JTO), and Senior Hindi Translator (SHT).
Candidates must fall within the age bracket of 18 to 30 years, with applicable age relaxations provided as per government norms.
The application fee is ₹100 for General category candidates; SC/ST applicants, women, and Ex-Servicemen are exempt from this charge.
The selection process consists of Tier I (CBT), Tier II (Descriptive Paper), Document Verification, and a medical assessment.
The CBT phase is expected to be conducted in September 2026.
Successful candidates can expect a monthly salary ranging from ₹35,400 to ₹1,42,400, depending on the post and pay level.