SSC JHT Tier 1 Syllabus
The SSC JHT Tier 1 Syllabus is divided into two key subjects ( Objective Type paper): general Hindi and general
English. The General Hindi section assesses candidates’ proficiency in language comprehension and translation between
English and Hindi. Similarly, the General English section evaluates candidates’ skills in language comprehension,
grammar, and translation between Hindi and English. This detailed syllabus is designed to assess the candidates’ overall
proficiency in both languages and their capability to perform translation tasks accurately.
SSC JHT Syllabus for General Hindi
To score good marks in General Hindi section, candidates needs to cover topics like antonyms, proverbs, adjective,
verbs, comprehensions, etc.
- Hindi Comprehension
- Hindi Grammar
- Hindi Phrases/ Idioms
- Hindi Verbs
- Hindi Adjective
- Hindi Synonyms
- Hindi Proverbs
- Hindi Antonyms
- Basic Knowledge of Hindi
SSC JHT Syllabus for General English
Here, below we have mentioned the complete list of topics that a candidate must study while preparing for General
English section of SSC JHT Tier 1 examination.
- Comprehension
- Fill in the Blanks
- Error Recognition
- Articles Synonyms
- Verbs
- Preposition
- Spelling Test
- Vocabulary
- Unseen passage
- Grammar
- Synonyms
- Tense
- Antonyms
- Sentence Completion and structure
- Correct use of words
- Phrases and Idioms
- One word substitution
SSC JHT Tier 2 Syllabus
The SSC JHT Tier 2 Syllabus consists of a descriptive exam featuring four questions. This paper is designed to
assess candidates’ skills in both translation and essay writing. Specifically, candidates will need to translate
passages from one language to another and write essays on given topics. The purpose of this paper is to assess their
proficiency in understanding and expressing ideas in the target language, as well as their ability to communicate
complex thoughts clearly and effectively in writing.
Translation
- Translate one passage from Hindi to English.
- Translate one passage from English to Hindi.
Essay
- Write one essay in Hindi on a given topic.
- Write one essay in English on a different given topic.
SSC JHT Eligibility Criteria
The aspiring candidates have to fulfil the required eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification and age
limit for the posts of Junior Hindi Translator, Junior Translator, and Senior Hindi Translator.
Nationality/Citizenship
A candidate must be either: (i) a citizen of India, or (ii) a subject of Nepal, or (iii) a subject of Bhutan, or (iv) a
person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the
United Republic of Tanzania (Formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam to
permanently settle in India.
Educational Qualifications
The minimum Educational Qualification for the SSC JHT Exam is a Master’s degree in relevant subjects. Check the
post-wise required Eligibility in terms of educational qualification from the table below.
| Posts | Educational Qualification |
| Junior Hindi Translator, Junior Translator | Master’s degree from a recognised University in Hindi with English/English with Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of examination at the degree level; OR Master’s degree from a recognised University in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi medium and English/English medium and Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of an examination at thedegree level; OR Master’s Degree of a recognized University 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 the degree level and recognized Diploma or Certificate course in translation from Hindi to English & vice versa or two years experience of translation work from Hindi to English and vice versa in Central or State Government Office, including Government of India Undertaking. |
| Senior Hindi Translator | Master’s degree from a recognised University in Hindi with English/ English with Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of examination at the degree level; OR Master’s degree from a recognised University in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi medium and English/ with English medium and Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of an examination at the degree level; OR Master’s Degree from a recognised University in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi and English as compulsory or elective subjects or either of the two as the medium of examination and the other as a compulsory or elective subject at the degree level. AND Recognised Diploma or Certificate course in translation from Hindi to English & vice versa or three years of experience in translation work from Hindi to English and vice versa in a Central or State Government Office, including the Government of India Undertaking. |
Age Limit
The age limit of the eligible candidates must be 18 to 30 years. For the post of Sub-Inspector (Hindi Translator) in CRPF, candidates’ age must be between 18 to 30 years. However, the government provides some Age Relaxation in every exam. The guidelines below are the Age Relaxation for the SSC JHT Exam.
| SSC JHT Age Relaxation |
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 3 years |
| Schedule Tribe/ Schedule Caste | 5 years |
| Physically Handicapped+ General | 10 years |
| Physically Handicapped+ OBC | 13 years |
| Physically Handicapped+ ST/SC | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (General) | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 6 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ST/SC) | 8 years |
SSC JHT 2026 Salary Structure
The salary of Government employees is decided as per the rules of the government and may vary from time to time. The
Salary of SSC JHT is nearly Rs. 35,400. The SSC JHT Salary (Post-wise) 2026, according to the Pay, is mentioned in the
following table below:
| SSC JHT Salary 2026 |
| Post Code | Name of the Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
| A | Junior Translator in Secretariat Official Language Service (CSOLS) | Level- 6 | Rs. 35,400/- to Rs. 1,12,400/- |
| B | Junior Translation Officer(JTO) in Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ) | Level- 6 | Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 |
| C | Junior Translator in Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ) | Level- 6 | Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 |
| D | Junior Hindi Translator (JHT)/ Junior Translation Officer(JTO)/Junior Translator (JT) in various Central
Government Ministries/ Departments/Organisations | Level- 6 | Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 |
| E | Senior Hindi Translator (SHT)/Senior Translator (ST) in various Central Government Ministries/
Departments/Organisations | Level- 7 | Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400 |
1. What is the SSC JHT Exam?
The SSC JHT Examination is a national-level exam conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit candidates for posts like Junior Hindi Translator (JHT), Junior Translator (JT), and Senior Hindi Translator (SHT) in various government departments.
2. Which posts are filled through SSC JHT?
The exam recruits for:
- Junior Hindi Translator (JHT)
- Junior Translator (JT)
- Senior Hindi Translator (SHT)
- Hindi Pradhyapak (in some departments)
3. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must have:
- Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as a subject
, OR - Master’s Degree in English with Hindi as a subject
, OR - Master’s degree in any subject with Hindi & English as compulsory/elective subjects
- Some posts may require a
translation diploma or experience
4. What is the age limit?
- Minimum Age:
18 years - Maximum Age:
30 yearsAge relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
5. What is the selection process?
The selection process includes:
- Paper I (Computer-Based Test)
- Paper II (Descriptive Translation Test)
- Document Verification
6. What is the exam pattern of Paper I?
Paper I (Objective – 200 Marks):
- General Hindi – 100 marks
- General English – 100 marks
- Duration: 2 hours
- Includes multiple-choice questions
7. What is Paper II in SSC JHT?
Paper II (Descriptive – 200 Marks):
- Translation: Hindi ↔ English
- Essay writing in Hindi and EnglishThis paper tests translation skills and writing ability.
8. Is there negative marking?
Yes, in Paper I,0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer.
9. What is the salary of SSC JHT?
- Junior Hindi Translator:
Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) - Senior Hindi Translator:
Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400)With allowances, the salary increases significantly.
10. What is the application mode?
Candidates must apply online through the official website of the Staff Selection Commission.
11. Can final-year students apply?
No, candidates must fulfill all educational qualifications at the time of application.
12. What skills are important for SSC JHT?
- Strong command over Hindi and English grammar
- Translation skills
- Vocabulary and comprehension
- Writing ability
13. Is work experience required?
- Not required for
JHT/JT posts - Required for some
Senior Hindi Translator posts
14. How many attempts are allowed?
There is no limit on attempts , but candidates must meet the age criteria.
15. What is the official website?
Candidates should visit the official website of the Staff Selection Commission for updates and notifications.
