Are you proficient in Hindi and English and passionate about translation? The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the Combined Hindi Translators (CHT) Examination 2025, offering 437 vacancies for Group B Non-Gazetted posts such as Junior Hindi Translator, Senior Hindi Translator, and more across various Central Government Ministries and Departments. This is your chance to secure a prestigious government job with a rewarding salary and career growth!
Crafted directly from the official SSC notification, this post provides accurate, engaging, and scannable details in a clear, user-friendly format with tables and bullet points for seamless navigation. Let’s dive into everything you need to know to ace the SSC JHT 2025
🔹 Job Description
The SSC Combined Hindi Translators (JHT) Examination 2025 recruits candidates for translation and administrative roles in various Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Organizations. Posts include:
- Junior Hindi Translator (JHT): Translating official documents from Hindi to English and vice versa.
- Junior Translation Officer (JTO): Supporting translation tasks in ministries like Central Secretariat Official Language Service (CSOLS) and Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ).
- Junior Translator (JT): Assisting in translation and documentation in government offices.
- Senior Hindi Translator (SHT)/Senior Translator (ST): Handling advanced translation and supervisory roles.
- Sub-Inspector (Hindi Translator): Translation duties in the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).
Key Responsibilities:
- Translating official documents, reports, and correspondence.
- Ensuring linguistic accuracy and cultural appropriateness.
- Supporting administrative tasks requiring bilingual proficiency.
This role is perfect for candidates with strong Hindi and English skills, offering a stable career with growth opportunities.
🔹 Recruitment Board
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Established in 1975, SSC is a premier government body conducting national-level exams to recruit for Group B and C posts across Ministries and Departments of the Government of India. Known for its transparent and merit-based selection process, SSC ensures fair opportunities for all eligible candidates.
🔹 Application Period & Last Date
- Application Start Date: June 5, 2025
- Last Date for Online Form Submission: June 26, 2025 (23:00 hours)
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment: June 27, 2025 (23:00 hours)
- Application Correction Window: July 1–2, 2025 (23:00 hours)
- Paper 1 Exam Date: August 12, 2025
Note: Apply early to avoid technical issues. Corrections incur additional fees (₹200 for first, ₹500 for second).
🔹 Post Name
- Junior Hindi Translator (JHT)
- Junior Translation Officer (JTO)
- Junior Translator (JT)
- Senior Hindi Translator (SHT)
- Senior Translator (ST)
- Sub-Inspector (Hindi Translator) – CRPF
🔹 Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet the following qualifications by August 1, 2025:
- Junior Hindi Translator (JHT)/Junior Translation Officer (JTO)/Junior Translator (JT)/Sub-Inspector (Hindi Translator):
- Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory/elective subject or medium of examination at degree level, OR
- Master’s Degree in English with Hindi as a compulsory/elective subject or medium of examination, OR
- Master’s Degree in any subject (other than Hindi/English) with Hindi medium and English as a compulsory/elective subject, OR
- Master’s Degree in any subject (other than Hindi/English) with English medium and Hindi as a compulsory/elective subject, OR
- Master’s Degree in any subject with Hindi and English as compulsory/elective subjects or as the medium of examination, AND
- Recognized Diploma/Certificate in translation from Hindi to English and vice versa, OR two years’ experience in translation work in Central/State Government offices or Public Sector Undertakings.
- Senior Hindi Translator (SHT)/Senior Translator (ST):
- Same as above, plus three years’ experience in translation work from Hindi to English and vice versa in Central/State Government offices or Public Sector Undertakings.
Note: Degrees from recognized universities or equivalent are required.
🔹 Total Vacancies
The SSC has announced 437 tentative vacancies for Group B Non-Gazetted posts. Exact post-wise and category-wise (UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS) details will be updated on ssc.gov.in.
| Post | Vacancies (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| JHT/JTO/JT | To be updated |
| SHT/ST | To be updated |
| Sub-Inspector (Hindi Translator) | To be updated |
| Total | 437 |
Note: Check ssc.gov.in for final vacancy updates.
🔹 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen / Women | Exempted (₹0) |
- Payment Mode: Online via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Debit/Credit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, RuPay).
- Deadline: June 27, 2025 (23:00 hours).
🔹 Age Limit
Age is calculated as of August 1, 2025:
- JHT/JTO/JT/SHT/ST: 18–30 years (born between August 2, 1995, and August 1, 2007).
- Sub-Inspector (Hindi Translator, CRPF): Born between June 25, 1995, and June 26, 2007.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years (after service deduction) |
| PwD | 10 years (13 for OBC, 15 for SC/ST) |
Eligibility: Indian citizens, or subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, or persons of Indian origin from specified countries with an eligibility certificate from the Government of India.
🔹 Salary / Stipend
Salaries are based on the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) with additional allowances (DA, HRA, TA) varying by posting location:
| Post | Pay Level | Basic Pay Range |
|---|---|---|
| JHT/JTO/JT | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| SHT/ST | Level-7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Sub-Inspector (Hindi Translator) | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
- Gross Salary: Approx. ₹45,000–₹70,000 (depending on city and allowances).
- Perks: Pension under National Pension System (NPS), medical facilities, and promotion opportunities.
🔹 How to Apply
Follow these step-by-step instructions to apply for SSC JHT 2025:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to ssc.gov.in.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR):
- Click “New User/Register Now.”
- Enter details (name, date of birth, mobile number, email, Aadhaar or other ID).
- Receive a Registration ID and password.
- Log In: Use credentials to access the application portal.
- Select Exam: Click “Apply” for “Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2025.”
- Fill Application: Provide personal, educational, and post-preference details.
- Upload Documents:
- Photograph: Recent live photo (JPEG, 20–50 KB, plain background).
- Signature: Scanned signature (JPEG, 10–20 KB).
- Pay Fee: Complete payment (if applicable) via online modes.
- Submit & Save: Review, submit, and download/print the confirmation page.
Note: Aadhaar-based biometric authentication is mandatory during exams.
🔹 Syllabus
The SSC JHT 2025 selection process includes two papers and Document Verification (with additional Physical Efficiency Test for Sub-Inspector posts).
Paper 1 (Computer-Based Test, Qualifying)
- Mode: Online, Objective-Type Multiple-Choice Questions.
- Duration: 2 hours.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
- Sections:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Hindi | 100 | 100 | Hindi Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Idioms, Synonyms/Antonyms |
| General English | 100 | 100 | English Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Sentence Correction, Idioms |
Total: 200 Questions, 200 Marks.
Paper 2 (Descriptive, Merit-Based)
- Mode: Offline, Descriptive-Type.
- Duration: 2 hours.
- Sections:
- Translation: Two passages (one Hindi to English, one English to Hindi).
- Essay Writing: One essay each in Hindi and English.
- Total Marks: 200.
Note: Candidates qualifying Paper 1 proceed to Paper 2. Final selection is based on Paper 2 merit.
Additional for Sub-Inspector (Hindi Translator, CRPF)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): 1-mile run in 10 minutes.
- Physical/Medical Standards: As per CRPF requirements.
🔹 Additional Details
- Exam Mode & Dates:
- Job Locations: Across India, based on department allocation.
- Document Requirements:
- Master’s degree certificate or provisional certificate.
- Diploma/certificate in translation or proof of experience (if applicable).
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) for relaxations.
- Aadhaar or valid photo ID for biometric verification.
- Selection Process:
- Paper 1: Qualifying stage.
- Paper 2: Merit-based for final selection.
- Document Verification: Mandatory for all qualifiers.
- PET (for Sub-Inspector): Qualifying in nature.
- Answer Key & Result:
🔹 Important Links
| Action | Link Placeholder |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | [Apply Link] |
| Download Notification | [Download Notification PDF] |
Important Note: Please refer to the official notification before applying.