Translator (Chinese)

What is the Translator (Chinese) job profile?

This is a permanent, Group A Gazetted, Non-Ministerial post under the Ministry of Defence. The primary duties include translating intercepted traffic, recorded tapes, and printed materials into English, translating materials from the Military Intelligence Directorate, preparing training exercises for language-trained personnel, and maintaining foreign language publications.

What is the minimum educational qualification for this job?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in the Foreign Language concerned (Chinese) with English as a compulsory or elective subject at the degree level from a recognized University. Alternatively, candidates with a Bachelor’s degree (with English as a subject) and a Diploma in the Foreign Language concerned (Chinese) with interpretership or translation standard from a recognized University or Institute are also eligible.

Is there any experience required?

While not strictly mandatory for the essential qualification, having three years of experience in teaching and/or translating the relevant foreign language (Chinese) into English and vice-versa is considered a desirable qualification.

What is the age limit and pay scale?

The maximum age limit for OBC candidates is 38 years. The post carries a pay scale of Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC.

How to apply for this Sarkari Naukri?

Interested candidates must apply online through the official UPSC ORA website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/. Ensure you have your Universal Registration Number (URN) and all necessary documents ready before applying.