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SSC JHT Recruitment 2024 notification will be released soon to select candidates for the posts of Junior Hindi Translator, Junior Translator, Senior Hindi Translator for various Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations in the Government of India. The application form will be released along with the notification. Earlier, the notification was scheduled to be released on July 23. However, it was delayed by the examination authority. Read here details regarding the recruitment of SSC JHT such as important dates, eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, etc.
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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.
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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
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How to apply for SSC JHT?
SSC JHT application form is available online. The application fee is INR 100, however, SC/Women/ST/ESM candidates are exempted from fee payment. Aadhaar Card or Aadhaar Enrollment Number are mandatory to fill the application form. In the absence of Aadhaar Card or Aadhaar Enrollment Number, candidates need to provide details of Voter ID Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driving License, School/College ID and Employer ID.
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
Upvote 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) |
|---|---|
General and OBC | 100 |
SC/ST/PwD/ESM | Exempted from fee payment |
Upvote 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 |
|---|---|
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 |
SSC JHT Vacancies 2024
The vacancies are announced along with SSC JHT notification. The vacancies are determined as per the requirement of different departments. In 2021, a total of 283 vacancies are announced for the exam. The selection of candidates is done as per SSC JHT vacancies.
Q: In which departments SSC Junior Hindi Translators are appointment?
Candidates can check below the organisation, post and post code of SSC JHT.
Post Code | Name of the Organization | Name of the Post |
B | M/o Railway | Junior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
C | M/o Defence (O/o the JS (TRG) & CAO) AFHQ | Junior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
D | Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) | Junior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
D | M/o Mines | Junior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
D | Office of the Comptroller & Auditor General of India (C&AG) | Junior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
D | Central Board of Indirect Taxes (CBIT) (D/o Revenue) | Junior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
D | IHQ MoD (N)/DCMPR [Integrated HQ, Ministry of Defence (Navy)] | Junior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
D | D/o Industrial Policy and Promotion | Junior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
D | D/o Food & Public Distribution | Junior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
E | M/o Defence (O/o the JS (TRG) & CAO) AFHQ | Senior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
E | M/o Environment & Forests & Climate Change | Senior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
E | Directorate of Enforcement (D/o Revenue) | Senior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
E | IHQ MoD (N)/DCMPR [Integrated HQ, Ministry of Defence (Navy)] | Senior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
E | Air Headquarters | Senior Translator Group B Non-Gazetted |
G | Rajbhasha Vibhag (MHA), CHTI | Hindi Pradhyapak Group B Non-Gazetted |
Upvote Q: How many vacancies were announced for SSC JHT exam in 2023?
SSC JHT vacancies announced in 2023 are given below.
| Post | Organisation | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
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Junior Hindi Translator (Subordinate Office) | Science and technology | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | |
Junior Hindi Translator (Subordinate Office) | Electronics and information technology | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | |
Junior Hindi Translator (Subordinate Office) | Health and family welfare | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
Upvote SSC JHT Exam Pattern 2024
SSC JHT exam pattern comprises two papers. Paper 1 is held in computer-based mode whereas Paper 2 is held in offline mode. Paper 1 comprises objective-type multiple-choice questions while Paper 2 comprises descriptive-type questions.
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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Upvote 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 |
Upvote SSC JHT Syllabus 2024
SSC JHT syllabus for Paper 1 comprises topics from General Hindi and General English. Paper 2 comprises questions on Translation and Essay. Candidates can check below SSC JHT syllabus for Paper 1.
| Subjects | 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. |
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Upvote 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 |
Upvote SSC JHT Admit Card 2024
SSC JHT admit card is released online for different phases of exams. Candidates will be able to access their admit cards from the respective regional websites. To download the admit card, candidates need to login with the registration number or roll number and date of birth.
Q: How to download SSC JHT admit card 2024?
The steps to download SSC JHT admit card 2024 are given below:
- Visit the respective official websites of SSC
- On the home page, candidates will find the SSC JHT Admit Card download link
- The login page opens in a new tab
- Enter roll number and captcha code
- Download SSC JHT admit card and take its printout
Upvote Q: What details are mentioned in SSC JHT admit card?
The following details are mentioned in SSC JHT admit card:
- Roll number
- Ticket number
- Password for exam
- Exam date
- Reporting time
- Entry closing time
- Applicant’s name
- Sex
- Date of birth
- Category
- Address
- Examination venue
- Scanned images of photograph
Upvote SSC JHT 2022 Selection Process
All registered candidates need to first appear in the Paper I exam. Based on the marks scored in Paper I (Computer Based Examination), candidates will be shortlisted to appear in Paper-II exam. Based on the performance in Paper-I and Paper-II, 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-I and Paper-II and the preference of Posts/Departments exercised by them at the time of Document Verification.
- One passage for translation from Hindi to English
- One passage for translation from English to Hindi
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.
Upvote 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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SSC JHT 2024 Recruitment FAQs
Candidates can check below SSC JHT recruitment FAQs.
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 |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?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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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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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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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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What documents do I need to carry along with SSC JHT admit card at the exam centre?