Q. How do I prepare for the SSC JHT descriptive paper?
Junior Hindi Translator, (JHT) exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for the various governmental position. We have described all the roles and responsibility, salary, perks and many more in this answer.
Exam Pattern
We assume that if a candidate is well versed with the exam pattern, then there are high chances to score good marks. So, here is the exam pattern of JHT. The exam is divided into two papers.
Paper I (Objective) and Paper II (Descriptive)
Paper I
Name of the Subject |
Number of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Duration |
English Language/ Verbal Ability |
100 |
100 |
2 Hrs |
Hindi |
100 |
100 |
Paper II
Name of the Subject |
Maximum Marks |
Duration |
Translation & Essay |
200 |
2 Hrs |
How to write a Perfect Essay in JHT exam
A proper format is designed to write a good essay which can help you score maximum marks during the exam. It is important to divide your thoughts into the below topics before writing an essay as it will depict better understanding for the examiner.
a) Introduction: Start with a decent line or asking a question will create an interest among the reader.
b) Background: Always include the background or history related story in the essay for better clarification.
c) Main Concept: After describing the history, come back to the main point and try to explain the main objective of the essay.
d) Current happening: Once you explained the subject, try to relate it with your current situation which will make it relatable.
e) Advantages and Disadvantages: Every coin has two sides. If there are advantages, then there will be disadvantages. Try to explain everything.
f) Examples: Explaining the scenario will a good example will help you achieve brownie points.
g) Conclusion: Concluding your topic with a solution or just summarizing your essay will give a better structure to the essay.
Preparation Tips for Paper II (Descriptive Paper)
Prepare a feasible time table for the descriptive paper.
Devote at least 4-5 hours for the preparation of the essay.
You need to be really consistent with the practice of essay and translation paper.
Try to read the editorial of the newspaper, business magazines and featured stories in English and Hindi in order to get an idea for the formation of the sentences and great placement of vocabulary and grammar.
Try to write essays on online platforms which will not only ensure the correct formation of sentences but also helps to build your typing speed as well.
Evaluate your translation skills by translating English to Hindi and vice versa every day.
Best Books for JHT Paper- II
SSC Junior Translators Exam Guide by R Gupta’s
SSC Junior Translator/ Junior Hindi Translator Exam Guide by Vidya Editorial Board
Senior/Junior Hindi Translators Examination by Dr. Lal and Jain
SSC Junior Translator/Junior Hindi Translator by Arihant Experts