Job Overview
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 84 tentative vacancies for various translation posts, including Junior Hindi Translator and Senior Translation Officer, across different Ministries and Departments of the Government of India. This is a significant opportunity for candidates looking for Latest Govt Jobs 2026 in the central government sector.
| Organization Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India |
| Advertisement Number | F. No. HQ-C11017/1/2026-C-1 |
| Post Names | Junior Hindi Translator (JHT), Junior Translation Officer (JTO), Junior Translator (JT), Senior Hindi Translator (SHT), Senior Translation Officer (STO) |
| Total Vacancies | 84 (Tentative) |
| Post Category | Group ‘B’ Non-Gazetted |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 23.04.2026 |
| Application Start Date | 23.04.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 14.05.2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 15.05.2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Correction Window | 19.05.2026 to 20.05.2026 |
| Paper-I Examination | August – September 2026 |
Application Fee
The application fee must be paid online via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or eligible Debit/Credit cards. Fees once paid are non-refundable.
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100/- |
| Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | NIL (Exempted) |
Age Limit
Age calculation is based on the crucial date of 01.08.2026. Candidates must be born between 02.08.1996 and 01.08.2008.
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
| General (UR / EWS) | 18 – 30 years |
| SC / ST | Up to 35 years (5 years relaxation) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Up to 33 years (3 years relaxation) |
| PwBD (UR) | 10 years relaxation |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years relaxation |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years relaxation after military service deduction |
Qualification
Candidates must be Indian citizens or eligible subjects of Nepal/Bhutan.
| Post Code | Required Educational Qualification |
| A, B, C (Junior Level) | Master’s degree in Hindi with English as compulsory/elective at degree level; OR Master’s degree in English with Hindi as compulsory/elective at degree level; OR Master’s degree in any other subject with Hindi/English as medium/compulsory at degree level. AND Recognized Diploma/Certificate in translation (Hindi to English & vice versa) OR 2 years of translation experience in Central/State Govt/PSUs. |
| D (Senior Level) | Same Master’s degree as above. AND Recognized Diploma/Certificate in translation (Hindi to English & vice versa) OR 3 years of translation experience in Central/State Govt/PSUs. |
Vacancy Details
| Code | Post Name | Pay Scale |
| A | Junior Translation Officer (JTO) – CSOLS | Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400) |
| B | Junior Translation Officer (JTO) – AFHQ | Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400) |
| C | JHT / JTO / JT – Various Ministries/Departments | Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400) |
| D | Senior Hindi Translator (SHT) / ST / STO – Various Ministries/Departments | Level-7 (₹44,900-1,42,400) |
Salary Details
The selected candidates will be placed in Pay Levels 6 and 7 of the Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC.
- Level-6 Posts: ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400
- Level-7 Posts: ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400
Selection Process
The selection is based on a two-stage examination process followed by document verification.
| Stage | Details |
| 1. Paper-I (CBE) | Objective type: General Hindi and General English. Used for shortlisting. (Min qualifying: UR 30%, OBC/EWS 25%, Others 20%). |
| 2. Paper-II (Descriptive) | Translation and Essay writing (200 marks). Only for shortlisted candidates. |
| 3. Final Merit | Calculated as: (50% weightage of Paper-I) + (100% weightage of Paper-II). |
| 4. Allocation | Based on merit and preference submitted via Online Option Form. |
| 5. Document Verification | Conducted by the respective User Departments. |
How to Apply
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new portal (Previous registrations on ssc.nic.in are not valid).
- Login and fill out the application form for the Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026.
- Upload required documents and photographs as per the specified format.
- Pay the application fee online via the integrated payment gateway.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | View Here |
FAQs
What is the total number of vacancies for SSC JHT 2026?
There are 84 tentative vacancies announced for various translator positions.
What is the qualification required for the Junior level posts?
A Master’s degree in Hindi or English (or any subject with Hindi/English as compulsory) along with a translation diploma or 2 years of experience.
What is the negative marking in Paper-I?
There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-I.
Is there any fee exemption?
Yes, women candidates, SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen are exempted from paying the application fee.