Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 notification on 23 April 2026 at its official website https://ssc.gov.in. A total of 84 tentative vacancies have been announced for the posts of Junior Hindi Translator, Junior Translation Officer, Junior Translator, Senior Hindi Translator and Senior Translation Officer under various Ministries/Departments/Organizations of the Government of India. Eligible candidates aged between 18 to 30 years with a Master's degree in Hindi or English along with requisite translation diploma or experience can apply online from 23.04.2026 to 14.05.2026. The official notification PDF and application details are available below.
SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 Notification PDF
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official advertisement (F. No. HQ-C11017/1/2026-C-1) for the Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 for direct recruitment to Group 'B' Non-Gazetted posts on a competitive computer-based examination basis. Candidates can download the official notification and check post-wise vacancies, eligibility, fee, exam scheme and application process before applying online.
SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | 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 |
| Qualification | Master's degree in Hindi/English with translation diploma or experience |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Last Date to Apply | 14.05.2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 23.04.2026 |
| Start Date for Online Application | 23.04.2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 14.05.2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 15.05.2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Application Form Correction Window | 19.05.2026 to 20.05.2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Paper-I Computer Based Examination | August - September 2026 |
SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 Vacancy
A total of 84 tentative vacancies have been announced across four post codes under the SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026. The vacancies are distributed across various Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India including the Central Secretariat Official Language Service (CSOLS) and Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ).
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Code | Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| A | Junior Translation Officer (JTO) - Central Secretariat Official Language Service (CSOLS) | Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400) |
| B | Junior Translation Officer (JTO) - Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ) | Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400) |
| C | Junior Hindi Translator (JHT) / Junior Translation Officer (JTO) / Junior Translator (JT) - Various Central Government Ministries/Departments/Organizations | Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400) |
| D | Senior Hindi Translator (SHT) / Senior Translator (ST) / Senior Translation Officer (STO) - Various Central Government Ministries/Departments/Organizations | Level-7 (₹44,900-1,42,400) |
SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 Eligibility Criteria
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Nationality: Citizen of India or eligible subjects of Nepal/Bhutan or persons of Indian origin from specified countries with a Government of India eligibility certificate.
Educational Qualification
| Post Code | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| A, B, C (Junior Level) | Master's degree of a recognized University in Hindi with English as compulsory/elective subject 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 or compulsory subject at degree level. AND Recognized Diploma/Certificate in translation from Hindi to English & vice versa OR 2 years' experience of translation work from Hindi to English and vice versa in Central/State Government Office including PSUs. |
| D (Senior Level) | Same Master's degree as above. AND Recognized Diploma/Certificate in translation from Hindi to English & vice versa OR 3 years' experience of translation work from Hindi to English and vice versa in Central/State Government Office including PSUs. |
SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 Age Limit
The age limit for SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 is between 18 and 30 years, calculated as on the crucial date of 01.08.2026. Candidates must have been born not before 02.08.1996 and not later than 01.08.2008 to be eligible. Age relaxation is applicable to candidates belonging to reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (UR / EWS) | 18 - 30 years (as on 01.08.2026) |
| SC / ST | 5 years relaxation (max 35 years) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years relaxation (max 33 years) |
| PwBD (UR) | 10 years relaxation |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years relaxation |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years after deduction of military service from actual age as on 01.08.2026 |
SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 Application Fee
The application fee for SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 is ₹100 for General (UR), OBC, and EWS male candidates. Women candidates and candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and Ex-Servicemen eligible for reservation are fully exempted from payment of fee.
Fee can be paid online only through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, or RuPay Debit Card. The fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances and will not be adjusted against any other examination. Candidates must ensure their fee payment is complete - if the fee is not received by SSC, the application status will show as "Incomplete" and will be summarily rejected.
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100/- |
| Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | NIL (Exempted) |
SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 Scheme of Examination
The SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 will consist of two papers. Paper-I is a Computer Based Examination with objective-type multiple choice questions, divided into two sections - General Hindi and General English - each carrying 100 marks with a sectional timer of 1 hour. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-I.
Based on performance in Paper-I, candidates will be shortlisted category-wise to appear in Paper-II, which is a descriptive paper testing translation and essay writing skills in both Hindi and English, carrying 200 marks. Marks scored in Paper-I will be normalized if the exam is held in multiple shifts. Tentative Answer Keys will be uploaded after the exam, and candidates can submit online representations within the given time on payment of ₹50 per question (non-refundable).
| Paper | Mode | Subject | Questions / Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I (Objective) | Computer Based | Part-I: General Hindi Part-II: General English |
100/100 100/100 |
2 Hours (Sectional timer: 1 hr each part) {2 hrs 40 min for scribe-eligible candidates} |
| Paper-II (Descriptive) | Pen & Paper | Translation (Hindi ↔ English) & Essay | 200 Marks | 2 Hours {2 hrs 40 min for scribe-eligible candidates} |
SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 consists of two stages. In the first stage, Paper-I (Computer Based Examination) is used to shortlist candidates category-wise for Paper-II. Minimum qualifying marks in Paper-I are 30% for UR, 25% for OBC/EWS, and 20% for all other categories. In the second stage, Paper-II (Descriptive) is conducted for shortlisted candidates.
For the final merit list, 50% weightage is given to Paper-I scores and 100% weightage to Paper-II marks. Final selection and allocation of Ministry/Department/Organization is based on merit-cum-preference of posts/departments exercised by candidates through an Online Option Form. In case of a tie, it is resolved by total marks in Paper-II, then date of birth (older preferred), and finally alphabetical order of names. Selected candidates will be on probation for 2 years and all posts carry All India Service Liability (AISL).
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Paper-I (CBE) | Objective type; used for shortlisting category-wise candidates for Paper-II. Minimum qualifying marks: UR 30%, OBC/EWS 25%, Others 20% |
| 2. Paper-II (Descriptive) | Translation passages (Hindi ↔ English) and Essay; 200 marks; qualifying based on Paper-I merit |
| 3. Final Merit | 50% weightage of Paper-I + 100% weightage of Paper-II marks |
| 4. Post Preference & Allocation | Online Option Form to be submitted before FRTA; merit-cum-preference based allocation |
| 5. Document Verification | Conducted by User Departments/Organizations after declaration of final result |
Tie-Breaking Order
| 1st | Higher total marks in Paper-II |
| 2nd | Date of Birth - older candidate preferred |
| 3rd | Alphabetical order of names of candidates |
How to Apply for SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026
The application process for SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 is entirely online at https://ssc.gov.in. Candidates who have not yet completed their One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website must do so first, as the earlier OTR from the old website (ssc.nic.in) is not valid for the new portal. Aadhaar-based biometric authentication is available and recommended - candidates who opt for it will not face rejection on grounds of photograph or signature quality.
The application module is designed to capture a live photograph of the candidate through webcam or mobile device; pre-existing photographs must not be submitted. Candidates must also upload their scanned signature in JPEG/JPG format (10-20 KB). Applications with blurred or miniature photographs or signatures will be summarily rejected unless Aadhaar authentication has been opted for. Only one online application per candidate is permitted during the normal application period.
- Visit the official website https://ssc.gov.in and complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Login using Registration Number and Password.
- Click on "Apply" under "Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2026" in the Live Exam tab.
- Fill in educational details, additional information (ESM/age relaxation), and examination centre preferences (up to 3 centres).
- Capture live photograph through webcam/mobile as per instructions (no cap, mask, or spectacles).
- Upload scanned signature in JPEG/JPG format (10-20 KB), dimensions ~6.0 cm (W) × 2.0 cm (H).
- PwBD/PwD candidates must upload Disability Certificate as per Annexure-I/IA/X/XI, whichever is applicable.
- Preview the application carefully, complete the declaration, and submit before 14.05.2026 (23:00 hours).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Debit Card on or before 15.05.2026 (23:00 hours).
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 Application Form
Eligible candidates who wish to apply for the SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 can do so by submitting their application form online only. The application process is entirely online, and candidates must ensure they complete all steps including OTR, form filling, photograph/signature upload, and fee payment before the respective closing dates.
The application form is accessible through the official SSC website after completing One-Time Registration. Candidates are strongly advised to fill the application carefully as only one application is accepted per candidate - multiple applications will lead to cancellation of candidature. Details such as name, father's name, mother's name, and date of birth must be filled exactly as they appear in the Matriculation Certificate. After final submission, modifications are only permitted during the correction window (19.05.2026 to 20.05.2026) on payment of correction charges.
Apply Online at: https://ssc.gov.in
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates applying for SSC Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 must read the official notification carefully in its entirety before filling and submitting the application form. The English version of the notice will prevail in case of any dispute. Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid last-minute server load issues on the SSC website. All candidatures are provisional - the Commission does not undertake detailed scrutiny at the time of the written examination, and eligibility will be verified only at the Document Verification stage by the User Departments. Any suppression or misrepresentation of information in the application can lead to cancellation of candidature at any stage, including after selection. Canvassing in any form will result in immediate disqualification. The decision of the Commission in all matters including eligibility, selection, and allocation of posts is final and binding.
- Read the official notice carefully before applying; English version prevails in case of dispute.
- Only one online application is permitted per candidate; multiple applications will be rejected.
- Name, DOB, father's name, and mother's name must match the Matriculation Certificate exactly.
- Candidates must keep a printout of their application for at least 3 years for future reference.
- Post preference must be submitted online before FRTA declaration; options once submitted are final.
- All posts carry All India Service Liability (AISL) - candidates may be posted anywhere in India.
- Regularly check https://ssc.gov.in for updates on exam dates, vacancies, admit cards, and results.
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