Jr. Hindi Translator

What is the role of a Junior Hindi Translator?

The Junior Hindi Translator is responsible for translation work from Hindi to English and vice-versa. This role requires proficiency in both languages and the ability to accurately convey meaning across them.

What are the essential qualifications for this post?

To be eligible for the Junior Hindi Translator position, candidates must meet the following educational criteria:

• Master's degree from a recognized University in Hindi with English as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of examination at the degree level.
• OR Master's degree from a recognized University in 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 recognized University in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi medium and English as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of examination at the degree level.
• OR Master's degree from a recognized University 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 from 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 degree level.

Additionally, candidates must possess one of the following:

• A recognized Diploma or Certificate course in Translation from Hindi to English and vice-versa.
• OR Two years' experience of translation work from Hindi to English and vice-versa in a Central or State Government Office, including Government of India undertakings.

What is the selection process for the Junior Hindi Translator post?

The selection process for the Junior Hindi Translator post involves an Open Competitive Examination consisting of two papers:

• Paper-I: This will be a Computer Based Examination (Objective Type Multiple Choice) with questions in both English and Hindi. There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
• Paper-II: Evaluation of Paper-II will be undertaken only for those candidates who qualify in Paper-I by securing a minimum of 50% marks. Paper-II is descriptive in nature and is designed to assess the candidate's writing and translation skills. It will include translation from English to Hindi and vice versa, précis writing, and essay/paragraph writing in both languages.

The final merit list will be prepared solely on the basis of marks obtained by the candidates in Paper-II.

What is the age limit for this position?

The maximum age limit for the Junior Hindi Translator post is 30 years. Age relaxation will be applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.

What is the pay scale for a Junior Hindi Translator?

The post is in Pay Matrix Level-6, with a pay scale of Rs. 35,400-1,12,400.

How many vacancies are available?

There is 01 vacancy for the post of Junior Hindi Translator.

What are the important dates for the application process?

The important dates are as follows:

• Start date of submission of online Application Form: 09.03.2026
• Last date of submission of online Application upto: 08.04.2026
• Last date of submission of Hard Copy of Application upto: 14.04.2026 (up to 5:30 PM)
• For North-Eastern Region, the last date for hard copy submission is: 21.04.2026 (up to 5:30 PM)

Where can I find more information?

For a detailed advertisement, please refer to the Employment News Issue 07-13 March 2026 or visit the Institute Official Website at https://nib.gov.in/career1.aspx.