SSC JHT Recruitment 2026 notification released for 84 posts. Check eligibility, important dates, selection process, application fee, and apply online link here.
SSC JHT Recruitment 2026 Notification Released
The Staff Selection Commission has officially released the notification for the Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill multiple Group B non-gazetted posts across central government ministries and departments.
The vacancies include roles such as Junior Hindi Translator, Junior Translation Officer, Senior Hindi Translator, and Senior Translation Officer. Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official SSC portal.
Apply Online: https://ssc.nic.in
Important Dates and Application Fee Details
The application window for SSC JHT Recruitment 2026 is currently active, and candidates must adhere to the timeline to avoid missing out:
- Application Start Date: April 23, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: May 14, 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: May 15, 2026
- Application Correction Window: May 19 to May 20, 2026
- Paper 1 Exam: August–September 2026
Application Fee:
- ₹100 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates
- No fee for SC, ST, PwBD, women, and ex-servicemen candidates
Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria
A total of 84 tentative vacancies have been announced, which may be revised later. The recruitment includes multiple translation-related posts under different ministries.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Hindi or English
- Diploma/certification in translation or relevant work experience (as per post)
- Age limit: 18 to 30 years as on August 1, 2026
- Age relaxation applicable as per government norms
Candidates are advised to carefully verify post-wise eligibility before submitting applications.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection process consists of two stages designed to evaluate both objective knowledge and descriptive translation skills:
Paper 1 (Objective Type):
- Computer-based test
- Subjects: General Hindi & General English
- Total Marks: 200
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
Paper 2 (Descriptive):
- Translation and essay writing
- Total Marks: 200
Candidates who qualify in Paper 1 will be shortlisted for the descriptive round. Final selection will be based on overall performance and document verification.
Official Notification: https://ssc.nic.in
