SSC CHTE 2026 — Combined Hindi Translators Complete Study Guide
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Hindi Translators Examination (CHTE) to recruit Hindi translators for Central Government Ministries and Departments. SSC CHTE 2026 has 84 posts across Junior Hindi Translator (Level-6), Junior Translation Officer (Level-6), and Senior Hindi Translator (Level-7) categories. The notification number is HQ-C11017/1/2026-C-1, released on 23 April 2026.
Understanding the Posts
| Post | Key Departments | Pay Level | Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| JTO — CSOLS | Central Secretariat Official Language Service | Level-6 | ₹35,400 |
| JTO — AFHQ | Armed Forces HQ, Border Roads Organisation (BRO) | Level-6 | ₹35,400 |
| JHT / JTO / JT — Various | 30+ Central Govt. Ministries (Defence, Finance, Home, Commerce, etc.) | Level-6 | ₹35,400 |
| SHT / STO / ST — Various | 30+ Central Govt. Ministries (Senior-level translation work) | Level-7 | ₹44,900 |
Paper-I (CBT) — Detailed Syllabus
General Hindi (100 Questions)
- व्याकरण (Grammar): संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया, अव्यय — प्रकार और प्रयोग
- संधि और समास: सभी प्रकार की संधि और समास — पहचान और विग्रह
- शब्द भंडार: पर्यायवाची (Synonyms), विलोम (Antonyms), तत्सम-तद्भव, देशी/विदेशी शब्द
- मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ: अर्थ और वाक्य प्रयोग
- वाक्य शुद्धि: त्रुटि-सुधार, रिक्त स्थान पूर्ति
- गद्यांश / अपठित बोध: दिए गए पाठ पर आधारित प्रश्न
- हिंदी साहित्य के प्रमुख रचनाकार: प्रेमचंद, जयशंकर प्रसाद, मैथिलीशरण गुप्त, महादेवी वर्मा, निराला
- राजभाषा नीति: राजभाषा अधिनियम 1963, राजभाषा नियम 1976 की मूल बातें
General English (100 Questions)
- Grammar: Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Subject-Verb Agreement, Voice, Narration
- Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, One Word Substitution, Idioms & Phrases
- Comprehension: Reading passages with questions on main idea, inference, vocabulary
- Error Detection: Spotting errors in sentences — grammar and usage
- Fill in the Blanks: Grammar-based and vocabulary-based
- Sentence Improvement: Correcting or improving underlined parts
- Cloze Test: Paragraph with multiple blanks to fill
Paper-II (Descriptive) — Exam Pattern & Preparation
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Translation: Hindi → English | One passage of ~200–300 words; formal/official language style |
| Translation: English → Hindi | One passage of ~200–300 words; administrative/government terminology likely |
| Essay Writing | ~600–800 words on a given topic (social, economic, political or literary themes) |
| Total Marks | 200 marks | Duration: 120 minutes | No negative marking |
Translation Preparation Tips
- Read official Government of India press releases, PIB releases, and Annual Reports in both Hindi and English — these are the closest match to exam passages.
- Practice translating editorials from The Hindu (English) → Hindi and Navbharat Times/Hindustan editorials → English.
- Study NIC (National Informatics Centre) Hindi glossary and Central Hindi Training Institute (CHTI) materials.
- Focus on official terminology: "माननीय" (Honourable), "अनुमोदन" (Approval/Sanction), "अधिसूचना" (Notification), "राजपत्र" (Gazette).
- Avoid word-for-word translation — aim for natural, accurate expression in the target language.
Merit Calculation
Final merit is based on a weighted combination of Paper-I and Paper-II scores. Paper-I (CBT) is qualifying in nature — candidates must meet minimum qualifying marks. Paper-II marks (200) are the primary merit determinant. The final selection is purely on merit in Paper-II, subject to clearing Paper-I cutoffs.
Career Path After Selection
- Junior Hindi Translator / JTO: Entry at Level-6 (₹35,400). Promoted to Senior Hindi Translator / STO (Level-7, ₹44,900) after service period.
- Further promotions: Principal Hindi Translator (Level-8), Senior Translation Officer (Level-8/9), Under Secretary (Rajbhasha), Director (Rajbhasha)
- Rajbhasha cadre is a specialized, stable Central Government career with all 7th CPC perks — HRA, DA, TA, medical, LTC, gratuity, pension (NPS for post-2004 joinees)