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SSC JHT Notification 2024: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) released SSC JHT notification 2024 on August 2, 2024 to fill up a total of 312 vacancies. The application form was available from August 2 to 25, 2024. Earlier, the notification was scheduled to be released on July 23, 2024. However, the commission had delayed the release of SSC JHT notification 2024. SSC JHT notification contains details such as dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, the application process, exam pattern, syllabus, etc. The selection process of SSC JHT comprises Paper 1, 2 and document verification.
SSC JHT exam is conducted for recruitment to the post of Junior Hindi Translator, Junior Translator and Senior Hindi Translator for various Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations in the Government of India.
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Q: When SSC JHT notification 2024?
SSC JHT notification 2024 was released on August 2, 2024. Earlier, the notification was scheduled to be released on the official website of SSC. However, the notification was delayed by the examination authority. The notification was released in pdf form and comprises the details related to the exam. Candidates must read the notification before applying for the exam.
Q: When SSC JHT application form 2024 will be released?
SSC JHT application form 2024 was released on August 2, 2024. The last date to fill SSC JHT application form was August 25, 2024. However, the application form was delayed by the examination authority. Interested candidates need to fill SSC JHT application form online. The steps to fill SSC JHT application form are given below:
- Visit the official website of SSC
- Fill the SSC registration form
- Login with the ID and password to fill the detailed application form
- Fill the details in the application form
- Upload the required documents
- Pay the application fees
- Submit the application form
Q: What is SSC JHT application fees?
SSC JHT application fees for General and OBC categories are INR 100. The application fees for SC/ST/PwD/ESM candidates are exempted from fee payment. The application fees can be paid through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, RuPay Credit or Debit card or in cash at SBI Branches by generating the Challan.
Category | Fees (In INR) |
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General and OBC | 100 |
SC/ST/PwD/ESM | Exempted from fee payment |
SSC JHT 2024 Notification: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the following SSC JHT eligibility criteria:
- The lower age limit is 18 years
- Should not be more than 30 years of age
- Reserved category candidates will be given relaxation in the upper age limit
- Should have completed Postgraduation or master’s degree from a recognised university
- The age limit is calculated based on the last date of application
Download here SSC JHT Notification 2024
Q: What is SSC JHT educational qualification?
The educational qualification prescribed for SSC JHT exam is given below:
- Master’s degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of examination at the degree level OR
- Master’s degree in English with Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of examination OR
- Master’s degree in any subject other than Hindi or English with Hindi medium and English as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of an examination OR
- Master’s degree in any subject other than Hindi or English, with English medium and Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of examination at the degree level OR
- Master’s degree in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi and English as compulsory or elective subjects or either of the two as a medium of examination and the other as a compulsory or elective subject at degree level and
- Recognized Diploma or Certificate course in translation from Hindi to English & vice versa or 2 years’ experience as a translator from Hindi to English and vice versa in Central or State Government Office, including Government of India Undertaking.
Q: What is the criteria for the SSC JHT?
Q: What is SSC JHT age limit?
SSC JHT age limit is 18 to 30. The relaxation in the upper age limit provided to candidates is given below:
Category | Age relaxation (in years) |
SC/ST | 5 years |
OBC | 3 years |
PwD (Unreserved) | 10 years |
PwD (OBC) | 13 years |
PwD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years after deducting the military service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date for the receipt of application. |
Defence Personnel disabled in operation during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof. | 3 years |
Defense Personnel disabled in operation during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof (SC/ ST) | 8 years |
SSC JHT Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of SSC JHT 2024 exam
Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
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09 Dec '24 | SSC JHT Exam Date 2024 |
Dates | Past Exam Dates |
23 Jul '24 | SSC JHT 2024 Notification |
31 Dec '23 | SSC JHT Paper 2 dates |
18 Oct '23 | SSC JHT Paper 1 Answer Key 2023 |
How to Apply for SSC JHT?
Only online applications are accepted for the recruitment exam. The application fee is INR 100 and can be paid online and offline. However, SC/ST/Women/ESM candidates are exempted from fee payment. The steps to fill SSC JHT application form are given below:
- Visit the official website
- For one-time registration, candidates need to click on ‘Register Now’ link
- Enter Basic Details, Additional Details, and Contact Details and upload the scanned images of photograph, signature and LTI for registration
- Upon registration, registration number and password will be provided to candidates
- Click the apply link under latest notifications tab to fill the application form
- Give preferences of exam centres, educational qualification
- Complete your declaration by clicking on ‘I agree’
- Preview and submit the application form
- Pay the examination fees
Q: What are the documents required to fill SSC JHT application form?
The documents required to fill SSC JHT application form are given below:
- Mobile number (to be verified through OTP)
- Email ID (to be verified through OTP)
- Aadhaar Number or Aadhaar Enrollment Number
- Information about the Board, Roll Number, and Year of Passing of Class 10
- Scanned photograph
- Scanned signature
- If Aadhaar Card is not provided, candidates need to upload Left-hand Thumb Impression (LTI)
- Disability Certificate (If any)
Q: What are the steps for SSC JHT registration?
The steps included under SSC JHT registration are given below:
- For one-time registration, candidates need to click on ‘Register Now’ link on SSC website
- During the registration process, candidates need to enter: Basic Details, Additional Details and Contact Details and upload the scanned images of photograph, signature and LTI
- After submitting the basic details, candidates are required to confirm their mobile number and email ID
- On confirmation of details, the registration number and password will be provided to candidates
- Candidates need to read the declaration and click ‘I Agree’ button
Q: Where will I find SSC JHT apply online link?
SSC JHT apply online link will be activated along with the notification. The link will be made available on the official website. However, we will provide the direct link to fill SSC JHT application form. Candidates need to fill the application form online. Before filling the application form, candidates must check the eligibility.
SSC JHT Notification 2024: Exam Pattern
SSC JHT exam pattern is divided into Paper 1 and 2. Paper 1 is conducted online and comprises two sections-General English and General Hindi. The total marks for the test are 100. Candidates will be given two hours to complete the paper. For the wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted. Paper-II is a conventional type of paper and is conducted offline. The paper comprises questions from Translation and Essay. The total marks allotted to the test are 200.
Q: What is the exam pattern for SSC JHT?
Q: What is SSC JHT Paper 1 pattern?
SSC JHT Paper 1 is a Computer Based Test having multiple-choice questions. It consists of two sections- General English and General Hindi. In Paper-I questions will be designed to test the candidates understanding of the languages and literature, correct use of words, phrases and idioms and ability to write the languages correctly and precisely. The questions will be of degree level. Each section has 100 questions and the total time duration is 2 hours. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. The structure of SSC JHT exam pattern is given below.
SSC JHT Paper | Sections | Number of Questions | Duration |
Paper 1 | General Hindi | 100 | A cumulative duration of 2 hours (2 hours 40 minutes for PWD candidates) |
General English | 100 | ||
Total | 2 sections | 200 Questions |
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Q: What is SSC JHT Paper 2 exam pattern?
SSC JHT Paper 2 carried descriptive questions. This paper consists of translation and essay writing questions. In translation, candidates will be asked to translate one Hindi passage to English and one English passage to Hindi language. In essay writing, candidates have to write one essay in Hindi and one in English. It will help to test the candidates' translation skills and their ability to write as well as comprehend the two languages correctly. The structure of SSC JHT Paper 2 is given below.
SSC JHT Paper | Sections | Number of Questions | Duration |
Paper 2 | Translation | 2 | Cumulative duration of 2 hours (2 hours 40 minutes for PWD candidates) |
Essay Writing | 2 | ||
Total | 2 sections | 4 Questions | 120 minute |
SSC JHT Notification 2024: Syllabus
SSC JHT syllabus is of degree level. The syllabus comprises the topics:
General Hindi: Antonyms, Synonyms, Phrases/ Muhavare, proverbs, Comprehension, Knowledge of Hindi
General English: Grammar, Comprehension, Sentence Completion and Structure, Vocabulary, Articles, Tenses, Spelling Test, Unseen Passages, Synonyms
Q: What is the syllabus for SSC JHT?
Q: Which are the best books for SSC JHT General Hindi?
The best books for SSC JHT HIndi are given below:
Books | Authors/Publisher |
General Hindi and Concise Grammar – An Indispensable Guide for all Competitive Exams | Dr. Brij Kishore Prasad Singh |
Hindi Vyakaran | Kamta Prasad Guru |
Manas Hindi Grammar | Subhas Yadav |
Adhunik Hindi Vyakaran aur Rachna (Hindi) | Dr. Vashudevnandan Prasad |
Idioms, Phrases & Proverbs with Hindi Meanings | H S Bhatia |
Q: Which are the best books for SSC JHT English?
SSC JHT books for English are given below, .
Books | Authors/Publishers |
English Grammar Book | Wren and Martin |
Advanced Grammar in Use: A Self-study Reference and Practice Book for Advanced Learners of English; with Answers | Martin Hewings |
Essential English Grammar | Raymond Murphy |
Popular English Grammar (with Hindi explanations) | H S Bhatia |
Competitive General English - Hindi | Think Tank of Kiran Prakashan |
Objective General English | S.P. Bakshi |
SSC JHT Notification 2024: Selection Process
The selection process of SSC JHT comprises Paper 1 and 2 followed by document verification. Based on the marks scored in Paper 1, candidates will be shortlisted category-wise to appear in Paper 2. On the basis of Paper 1 and 2, candidates will be shortlisted for document verification. Final selection and allocation of Ministries/ Departments will be made on the basis of the performance of candidates in Paper 1 and 2 and the preferences of posts.
Q: How to prepare for SSC JHT?
The tips and tricks to prepare for SSC JHT exam are given below:
- Go through the syllabus and exam pattern.
- Clear the concepts of the topics given in the syllabus.
- Attempt mock tests to improve the speed and accuracy .
- Candidates must refer to good study materials for the exam.
Q: What is SSC JHT preparation tips for Paper 1?
SSC JHT preparation tips for Paper 1 are given below:
- Candidates should go through the SSC JHT Syllabus before starting. Questions from General Hindi would include Hindi Grammar, Vilom, Paryavachi, Anek shadbdon ke liye Ek Shabd, Tatsam, Tadhbhav Shadb, Sentence correction, comprehension etc.
- Candidates should buy some good grammar books to constantly prepare for different topics in Hindi.
- It is really important for candidates to keep building vocabulary in order to do good in comprehension.
- Constant practice of Hindi grammar will help in acing Hindi Grammar.
- Solve mock tests and practice papers to get a complete idea.
Q: How to prepare for SSC JHT Paper 2?
The tips and tricks to prepare for SSC JHT Paper 2 are given below:
- For translation, practice translating text from Hindi to English and English to Hindi
- To be good in translation also practice reading books and articles to build vocabulary.
- Writing essays should be practiced in both Hindi and English language.
- Writing becomes easy when we read a lot. Candidates should read books, articles as much as they can.
- Go through general happenings around too by reading current affairs.
Q: What is SSC JHT salary?
The structure of SSC JHT salary is given below:
Code | Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
A | Junior Translation Officer (JTO) in Central Secretariat Official Language Service (CSOLS) | Level-6 | 35400- 112400 |
B | Junior Translation Officer (JTO) in Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ) | Level-6 | 35400- 112400 |
C | Junior Hindi Translator (JHT)/ Junior Translation Officer (JTO)/Junior Translator (JT) in various Central Government Ministries/ Departments/ Organisations | Level-6 | Rs.35400- 112400 |
D | Senior Hindi Translator (SHT)/ Senior Translator (ST) in various Central Government Ministries/ Departments/ Organisations | Level-7 | Rs.44900- 142400 |
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Student Forum
Answered 2 months ago
Along with the printout of admit card need to carry the following documents:
- Two passport-size photographs
- Original valid Photo-ID proof (Aadhaar Card/ Printout of E-Aadhaar/Voter’s ID Card/ Driving License/PAN Card/Passport/School/ College ID Card/Employer ID Card (Govt./ PSU/ Private), any other pho
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Once the SSC JHT admit card download link is made available on the official website, due to the heavy load at the server the page takes time to load. In such cases, candidates are advised to wait for sometime and then try downloading the admit card. All the candidates who have registered for the eam
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
SSC JHT admit card 2024 will be released in the last week of November 2024. The exam is scheduled to be conducted on December 9, 2024. The admit card will be released by the region-wise official websites of SSC. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging with the required credentials. The
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
If any candidate does not find their SSC JHT admit card on the official website before the examination, they should contact the examination authority with proof of having submitted the application form. They must write registration number, email ID, mobile number along with the name, date of birth a
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Contributor-Level 10
What documents do I need to carry along with SSC JHT admit card at the exam centre?