🔷 INTRODUCTION 📢
A golden central government job opportunity has arrived for all Hindi-knowing graduates across India, including job seekers in Odisha! The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC JHT Recruitment 2026 notification for 84 posts of Junior Hindi Translator and related positions under various Government of India ministries. If you are looking for a secure and well-paying central govt job, this is a must-apply opportunity. Read all details carefully before the last date.
🔷 JOB OVERVIEW 📋
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | F. No. HQ-C11017/1/2026-C-1 |
| Post Name | Junior Hindi Translator (JHT), Junior Translation Officer (JTO), Junior Translator (JT), Senior Hindi Translator (SHT), Senior Translation Officer (STO) |
| Total Vacancy | 84 (Tentative) |
| Job Location | All India (Various Ministries/Departments) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Category | Group ‘B’ Non-Gazetted |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
🔷 IMPORTANT DATES 📅
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 23 April 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 23 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 May 2026 (up to 11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 15 May 2026 (up to 11:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 19 May 2026 to 20 May 2026 |
| Paper-I (CBE) Exam Date | August – September 2026 (Tentative) |
⚠️ Important: Apply well before the last date to avoid website congestion!
🔷 VACANCY DETAILS 🗂️
| Post Code | Post Name | Department | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Junior Translation Officer (JTO) | Central Secretariat Official Language Service (CSOLS) | Level-6 |
| B | Junior Translation Officer (JTO) | Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ) | Level-6 |
| C | Junior Hindi Translator (JHT) / Junior Translation Officer (JTO) / Junior Translator (JT) | Various Central Govt Ministries/Departments/Organizations | Level-6 |
| D | Senior Hindi Translator (SHT) / Senior Translator (ST) / Senior Translation Officer (STO) | Various Central Govt Ministries/Departments/Organizations | Level-7 |
Total Vacancies: 84 (Tentative) across all post codes and departments.
🔷 EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION 🎓
Candidates applying for the SSC JHT Recruitment 2026 must hold a Master’s degree from a recognized university. See the table below for complete details:
| Post Code | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| A, B, C (Junior Level Posts) | Master’s degree in Hindi with English as compulsory/elective subject at graduation level OR Master’s degree in English with Hindi as compulsory/elective at graduation level OR Master’s degree in any subject with Hindi or English as medium/compulsory subject at degree level. PLUS: Recognized Diploma/Certificate in translation (Hindi ↔ English) OR 2 years of translation experience in a Central/State Govt office or PSU. |
| D (Senior Level Posts) | Same Master’s degree as above. PLUS: Recognized Diploma/Certificate in translation (Hindi ↔ English) OR 3 years of translation experience in Central/State Govt office or PSU. |
✅ Note: The diploma or experience must be in both Hindi to English and English to Hindi translation.
🔷 AGE LIMIT
Age will be calculated as on 01 August 2026.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / UR / EWS | 18 to 30 years |
| SC / ST | Up to 35 years (5 years relaxation) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Up to 33 years (3 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – General/UR | Up to 40 years (10 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – OBC | Up to 43 years (13 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – SC/ST | Up to 45 years (15 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years relaxation after deduction of military service |
📌 Candidates must have been born not before 02 August 1996 and not after 01 August 2008.
🔷 SALARY DETAILS 💰
| Post Level | Pay Scale | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Level (JHT / JTO / JT) – Post Code A, B, C | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 per month | Level-6 (7th Pay Commission) |
| Senior Level (SHT / ST / STO) – Post Code D | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 per month | Level-7 (7th Pay Commission) |
✅ In addition to basic pay, candidates will also receive DA, HRA, TA and other Central Government allowances as applicable.
🔷 APPLICATION FEES FOR SSC JHT Recruitment 💳
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male Candidates) | ₹100/- |
| Women (All Categories) | NIL – Fully Exempted |
| SC / ST Candidates | NIL – Fully Exempted |
| PwBD Candidates | NIL – Fully Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen (Eligible for Reservation) | NIL – Fully Exempted |
💡 Fee Payment Mode: Online only – BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa/MasterCard/Maestro/RuPay Debit Card. ⚠️ Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted for any other exam.
🔷 SELECTION PROCESS FOR SSC JHT Recruitment 🏆
The SSC JHT Recruitment 2026 selection will take place in the following stages:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 – Paper-I (CBE) | Objective type Computer Based Exam. Used to shortlist candidates for Paper-II. Minimum qualifying marks: UR – 30%, OBC/EWS – 25%, Others – 20%. Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer. |
| Stage 2 – Paper-II (Descriptive) | Pen & Paper test on translation (Hindi ↔ English) and essay writing. Total 200 marks. 2 hours duration. |
| Stage 3 – Final Merit List | 50% weightage to Paper-I marks + 100% weightage to Paper-II marks = Final merit. |
| Stage 4 – Post Preference | Candidates submit an Online Option Form (before FRTA declaration). Allocation is merit-cum-preference based. |
| Stage 5 – Document Verification | Conducted by User Departments after declaration of final result. |
Tie-Breaking Rule (if total marks are equal): 1st → Higher marks in Paper-II 2nd → Older date of birth preferred 3rd → Alphabetical order of name
🔷 EXAM PATTERN FOR SSC JHT Recruitment 📝
Paper-I (Computer Based Examination):
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | General Hindi | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour (Sectional Timer) |
| Part II | General English | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour (Sectional Timer) |
| Total | — | 200 | 200 | 2 Hours |
Paper-II (Descriptive):
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Translation Passages (Hindi ↔ English) + Essay Writing | 200 | 2 Hours |
📌 PwBD candidates eligible for scribe get 2 hours 40 minutes for both papers.
🔷 REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR SSC JHT Recruitment📁
Keep the following documents ready at the time of application and future verification:
- ✅ 10th / Matriculation Certificate (for name, DOB verification)
- ✅ Master’s Degree Certificate (Hindi/English)
- ✅ Translation Diploma or Certificate
- ✅ Experience Certificate (if claiming experience in place of diploma)
- ✅ Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS as applicable)
- ✅ PwBD / Disability Certificate (as per Annexure I/IA/X/XI)
- ✅ Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable)
- ✅ Aadhaar Card (recommended for biometric authentication)
- ✅ Valid Email ID and Mobile Number
- ✅ Scanned Signature in JPEG/JPG format (10–20 KB, ~6.0 cm W × 2.0 cm H)
- ✅ Live Photograph (to be captured via webcam/mobile during application)
🔷 HOW TO APPLY – STEP BY STEP 🖥️
Follow these steps to successfully submit your SSC JHT 2026 online application:
Step 1 – Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
Step 2 – Complete your One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already done. Note: Old OTR from ssc.nic.in is NOT valid on the new portal.
Step 3 – Log in using your Registration Number and Password.
Step 4 – Click on “Apply” under “Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2026” in the Live Exams tab.
Step 5 – Fill in all required details: educational qualifications, ESM/age relaxation details, and up to 3 exam centre preferences.
Step 6 – Capture a live photograph through webcam or mobile as instructed. Do NOT wear cap, mask, or spectacles. Pre-existing photos are NOT allowed.
Step 7 – Upload your scanned signature in JPEG/JPG format (10–20 KB).
Step 8 – PwBD candidates must upload their Disability Certificate in the relevant annexure format.
Step 9 – Preview your complete application carefully, accept the declaration, and click Submit before 14 May 2026 (11:00 PM).
Step 10 – Pay the application fee (if applicable) online on or before 15 May 2026 (11:00 PM).
Step 11 – Save/print a copy of your submitted application for future reference. Keep it for at least 3 years.
🔷 IMPORTANT LINKS FOR SSC JHT Recruitment 🔗
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| 📄 Official Notification PDF | CLICK HERE |
| 🖊️ Apply Online | CLICK HERE |
| 🌐 Official Website | CLICK HERE |
🔷 IMPORTANT POINTS ⚠️
- 📌 Only ONE online application is allowed per candidate. Multiple applications will be rejected outright.
- 📌 Name, Date of Birth, Father’s Name, and Mother’s Name in the form must match exactly as written on the Matriculation Certificate.
- 📌 All candidatures are provisional. Eligibility will be checked only at the Document Verification stage.
- 📌 All selected posts carry All India Service Liability (AISL) – candidates may be posted anywhere in India.
- 📌 Aadhaar-based biometric authentication is available and strongly recommended to avoid photo/signature rejection.
- 📌 Canvassing in any form will result in immediate disqualification.
- 📌 Suppressing or misrepresenting any information in the form can lead to cancellation of candidature at any stage, even after selection.
- 📌 Application corrections are only allowed during the correction window: 19 May to 20 May 2026, on payment of correction charges.
- 📌 Post preferences, once submitted in the Online Option Form, are final and cannot be changed.
- 📌 The English version of the official notice will be considered final in case of any dispute.
- 📌 Regularly visit ssc.gov.in for updates on admit card, exam schedule, and results.
🔷 FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) ❓
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SSC JHT Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 14 May 2026 (up to 11:00 PM). The fee payment last date is 15 May 2026.
Q2. What is the educational qualification for SSC JHT Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Hindi or English (with the other as a compulsory/elective subject at graduation level), along with a recognized Translation Diploma or 2–3 years of translation experience in a government office or PSU.
Q3. What is the salary for SSC Junior Hindi Translator?
Junior-level posts (JHT/JTO/JT) carry a pay scale of ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 (Pay Level-6). Senior-level posts (SHT/STO) carry ₹44,900–₹1,42,400 (Pay Level-7).
Q4. How to apply for SSC JHT Recruitment 2026?
Visit ssc.gov.in, complete your One-Time Registration (OTR), log in, select “Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026” from the Live Exams section, fill in the form, upload a live photo and signature, pay the fee (if applicable), and submit before the deadline.
Q5. Is there any negative marking in the SSC JHT exam?
Yes. In Paper-I (CBE), there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.
Q6. Are women candidates exempted from the application fee for SSC JHT Recruitment?
Yes. Women candidates of all categories are fully exempted from paying the ₹100 application fee.
