The Staff Selection Commission has released the SSC JHT Recruitment 2026 notification on ssc.gov.in for 84 vacancies, including posts of Junior Hindi Translator, Junior Translation Officer, and Senior Hindi Translator. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications until 14 May 2026 (Thursday). Check the complete details here regarding vacancies, eligibility criteria, application process, and selection procedure.
SSC JHT Notification 2026 Out
The Junior Hindi Translator is a Group ‘B’ non-gazetted position offered in different Ministries, Departments, and Government of India organisations. Candidates holding a Master’s degree in Hindi with English or English with Hindi are eligible to apply before the closing date. As the salary structure varies for each post, candidates are advised to apply according to their qualifications and preferences.
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 |
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)
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| 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 |
| Application Mode |
Online at ssc.gov.in
|
| 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
|
| 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)
|
| CBT Date |
August – September 2026
|
SSC JHT Exam Date 2026
The Commission has announced the SSC JHT Exam Date along with 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.
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
|
| 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 Apply Online 2026 Link
The online application window for JHT, JTO, and SHT posts has been activated on the official website, www.ssc.gov.in. Eligible candidates can complete the registration process and submit their applications online till 14 May 2026. Candidates must finish the One Time Registration (OTR) process before filling out the application form. A direct application link is also available for the candidate’s convenience.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fees |
| General | Rs 100 |
| SC/ST/Women | No Application Fees |
| Ex-Servicemen | No Application Fees |
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.
|
Paper-I (Computer-Based Test – Objective)
|
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| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
Negative Marking
|
| General Hindi | 100 | 100 | 1 hour |
0.25 per wrong answer
|
| General English | 100 | 100 | 1 Hours | |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 2 hour | |
|
Paper-II (Descriptive – Offline)
|
||
| Task | Marks | Duration |
|
Translation (Hindi → English)
|
200 | 2 Hours |
|
Translation (English → Hindi)
|
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| Essay Writing (Hindi & English) | ||
| Also Check: | |
| SSC JHT Syllabus | SSC JHT Previous Year Question Paper |
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)
|
| Also Check: | |
| SSC JHT Salary | SSC JHT Cut Off |
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