The Staff Selection Commission has announced a re-examination for JHT 2026 candidates in Noida following technical glitches. Additionally, CHT candidates must submit their post preferences by September 11 to avoid disqualification.

  • SSC JHT 2026 re-exam for Noida's Adarsh Parkisha Kendra will be held on September 13.
  • Fresh admit cards for affected candidates are available on ssc.gov.in.
  • CHT Paper-II candidates must submit post-preferences by September 11.
  • Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' exams in Sikar rescheduled to September 15.

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced that the Junior Hindi Translator (JHT) examination 2026 for candidates assigned to the Noida center will be conducted on September 13. This decision comes after the original exam, scheduled for September 8 at the 'Adarsh Parkisha Kendra' in Sector 155, Noida, was marred by severe technical glitches that led to its eventual cancellation.

The initial disruption caused significant unrest among aspirants, as the exam, which was supposed to run from 12 pm to 2 pm, faced delays that sparked protests and demands for accountability from the commission. In response, the SSC has ensured that all affected candidates will be given a fair opportunity to reappear.

To facilitate this, the commission is issuing fresh admit cards. Candidates are advised to visit the official portal, ssc.gov.in, and use their login credentials to download their updated hall tickets, which will contain the revised venue and timing details.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that recurring technical failures in high-stakes government exams highlight a critical need for infrastructure upgrades in digital testing centers. For candidates, these delays aren't just logistical hurdles but sources of immense psychological stress that can impact performance.

The integrity of the recruitment process depends not only on the quality of the questions but on the seamless execution of the examination environment.

Beyond the JHT exam, the SSC has also managed other scheduling conflicts. Due to municipal elections in Rajasthan, the Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and ‘D’ (Tier-1) examinations originally slated for September 10 and 11 in Sikar have been moved to September 15.

Furthermore, the commission has issued a critical reminder for candidates who appeared in the Paper-II of the Combined Hindi Translators Examination (CHT). These candidates must submit their Option-cum-Preference form via the online portal by September 11. Failure to do so may lead to exclusion from the final selection process.

Did You Know?: The Staff Selection Commission is one of India's largest recruiting bodies, filling thousands of Group B and C posts across various ministries and departments of the Government of India every year.

Key Schedule Updates

Exam NameAffected LocationRevised Date
SSC JHT 2026Noida (Sector 155)September 13
Stenographer C & DSikar, RajasthanSeptember 15
CHT PreferenceOnline PortalDeadline: Sept 11

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How can I download the new admit card for the JHT re-exam?
Candidates can download the revised hall ticket by logging into the official website ssc.gov.in using their registration details.

Q2: What happens if I miss the CHT post-preference deadline?
The SSC has warned that candidates who fail to indicate their preferred posts by September 11 may be excluded from the final selection process.