The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially opened doors for one of the most prestigious Central Government careers for language experts. On April 23, 2026, the commission released the SSC JHT Recruitment 2026 notification, inviting applications for 84 vacancies across various ministries and departments.

If you have a passion for Hindi and English and are looking for a stable Group ‘B’ Non-Gazetted post, this is your golden ticket. Below is a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know—from the updated exam pattern to salary structures.

Key Dates to Remember

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Post Details & Pay Scale

SSC JHT offers not just a job, but a career with significant growth. The recruitment covers four distinct post categories:

• Junior Translation Officer (JTO): Available in Central Secretariat Official Language Service (CSOLS) and Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ).
  • Pay Level: Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)
• Junior Hindi Translator (JHT): Various Central Government Ministries and Organizations.
  • Pay Level: Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)
• Senior Hindi Translator (SHT): Includes Senior Translation Officer (STO) roles.
  • Pay Level: Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400)

Are You Eligible?

Before you head to the SSC official website, ensure you meet these specific criteria:

1. Educational Qualification

• For JHT/JTO: You need a Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory/elective subject (or vice versa). Additionally, a recognized Diploma or Certificate in Translation (Hindi to English and vice versa) or two years of translation experience is mandatory.
• For SHT/STO: The same Master’s requirements apply, but you must have three years of translation experience in a Government office.

2. Age Limit (as of the cutoff date)

• Minimum: 18 Years
• Maximum: 30 Years
• Relaxations apply for OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), and PwD candidates (10–15 years).

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection involves a two-stage examination process designed to test both your speed and your depth of knowledge.

Paper-I: Computer Based Test (Objective)

• Subjects: General Hindi (100 Marks) & General English (100 Marks).
• Duration: 2 Hours (Now featuring Sectional Timing of 1 hour each).
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

Paper-II: Descriptive Test (Offline)

• Tasks: Translation of two passages (Hindi to English and English to Hindi) and Essay writing in both languages.
• Marks: 200 Marks.

How to Apply: A Step-by-Step Guide

1. OTR (One Time Registration): Visit the SSC Official Portal and complete your OTR if you haven't already.
2. Fill Application: Log in, find the "Junior Hindi Translator Examination 2026" link, and fill in your details.
3. Upload Documents: Ensure your photograph and signature meet the prescribed size limits.
4. Pay Fee: The application fee is ₹100 for General/OBC. SC, ST, Women, and Ex-Servicemen are exempted from fees.
5. Submit: Review your details and submit. Don't forget to download the SSC JHT Notification PDF for future reference.

Pro-Tip for Aspirants

This year, the introduction of Sectional Timing in Paper-I means you cannot jump between Hindi and English sections at will. Practice mock tests with a timer to ensure you can handle 100 questions in exactly 60 minutes for each section!