The Staff Selection Commission is expected to release the SSC JHT Exam Date 2026 notification on ssc.gov.in for 84 vacancies, including posts of Junior Hindi Translator, Junior Translation Officer, and Senior Hindi Translator. The application process is now closed. Candidates preparing for the examination must stay updated with the official exam schedule, admit card release date, and selection process.
In this article, we provide the latest updates on the SSC JHT Exam Date, including the expected exam schedule, exam pattern insights, selection process, admit card details, and much more.
SSC JHT Exam Date 2026
The Staff Selection Commission is expected to conduct the SSC JHT Exam 2026 in August-September 2026, tentatively, for the recruitment of 84 Junior Hindi Translators and other translator posts. The online application window is now closed, and candidates who have successfully applied for the SSC JHT Recruitment 2026 will have to appear for the SSC JHT Exam 2026. The Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be the first stage of the recruitment process, followed by a descriptive paper, document verification, and medical.
Download SSC JHT Notification 2026 PDF
SSC JHT Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
Before we dive into the direct link to apply online, refer to the table below for key updates and information:
| Detail | Information |
| Conducting Body |
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
|
| Exam Name |
Combined Hindi Translators (CHT) Examination 2026
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| Notification Date | 23rd April 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 84 |
| Posts |
Junior & Senior Hindi Translators / Translation Officers
|
| Application Dates | 23rd April to 14 May 2026 (Closed) |
| SSC JHT Exam Date 2026 |
August – September 2026
|
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 Years |
| Educational Qualification |
Master’s Degree (relevant subjects)
|
| Application Fee |
Rs 100 (General); Nil for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen
|
| Selection Process |
Tier I (CBT) → Tier II (Descriptive) → DV → Medical
|
| Salary |
₹35,400 – ₹1,42,400 per month (Pay Level 6–7)
|
SSC JHT 2026 – Important Dates
Candidates should mark these dates on their calendars to keep track of things and avoid last-minute stress or confusion:
| Events |
Dates
|
| 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)
|
| Window Correction dates |
19th May 2026 to 20th May 2026 (11 PM)
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| SSC JHT CBT Exam Date 2026 |
August-September 2026
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| Admit Card Release |
7-10 Days Before Exam
|
| Paper 2 Exam Date |
To Be Announced
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SSC JHT CBT 2026 Date Released
The Commission has announced the SSC JHT Exam Date along with the official notification. The CBT 1 (Paper 1) is tentatively scheduled for August-September 2026. This exam will be held in computer-based test (CBT) mode for all eligible candidates who have submitted their applications successfully. Aspirants appearing for the exam must plan their preparation accordingly and follow our page for any updates related to admit cards, exam city information, and other important schedules.
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
SSC has introduced sectional timing in Paper 1 from this year onward, with each section allotted 1 hour. The remaining exam pattern details continue to remain unchanged as mentioned below.
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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 Vacancy and Post Codes
The Commission has notified 84 vacancies under the following 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 window for JHT, JTO, and SHT posts has been concluded on the official website, www.ssc.gov.in. Candidates who have successfully applied for this recruitment, must start their preparation for the SSC JHT Exam 2026 scheduled to be held in August-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: Visit the official SSC website.
Step 2: Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user. Existing users can log in with their registration ID and password.
Step 3: Click on the Apply link for SSC JHT 2026 under the latest notifications.
Step 4: Fill out the online application form with your personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
Step 5: Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature in the prescribed format.
Step 6: Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes (if applicable).
Step 7: Review all the details and submit the application form.
Step 8: Download and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Who is eligible for the Junior Hindi Translator post?
Check out the following requirements for the post of JHT:
SSC JHT Qualification
| Post |
Educational Qualification
|
| 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
|
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
Candidates applying for the SSC Junior Translator post must be citizens of India, Nepal, or Bhutan. Those from Nepal or Bhutan must have a Certificate of Eligibility issued 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)
|
| Junior Translation Officer (JTO) in Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ) |
Level-6 (Rs. 35400 – 112400)
|
| Junior Hindi Translator (JHT) / Junior Translation Officer (JTO) / Junior Translator (JT) in various Central Government Ministries / Departments / Organizations |
Level-6 (Rs. 35400 – 112400)
|
| 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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