SSC CHT Answer Key 2025 (OUT): Your Amazing Guide to Challenge, Calculate Score & Expected Cut-Off!

The SSC CHT Answer Key 2025 for the Paper-I Computer Based Examination has been officially released by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Candidates who appeared for the Combined Hindi Translators Examination on August 12, 2025, can now download their individual response sheets along with the tentative answer keys. This is the first and most important tool for calculating your score and predicting your selection for Paper-II.

This Ultimate Guide from Rojgardesk.com provides you with the direct link to download the SSC CHT Answer Key 2025 and a complete step-by-step guide on how to challenge it.

But we won’t stop there. This 2700+ word article also provides a detailed Paper-I Exam Analysis, a data-driven Expected Cut-Off for 2025, and a comprehensive guide on “What to Do Next”—including the complete syllabus and preparation strategy for the all-important Paper-II Descriptive Exam.

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SSC CHT Answer Key 2025: Overview & Direct Links

The release of the tentative SSC CHT Answer Key 2025 allows candidates to compare their marked answers with the official answers from the commission.

Particulars	Details
Organization	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Examination Name	Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2025
Post Names	JHT, JTO, SHT, SI (Hindi Translator)
Paper-I Exam Date	August 12, 2025
Answer Key Status	RELEASED
Objection Window	Aug 16 to Aug 19, 2025 (Tentative)
Next Stage	Paper-II (Descriptive Test)
Official Website	Click Here

Download Your Answer Key & Response Sheet

Candidates must log in to the official portal with their Roll Number and Password (from their admit card) to access their specific response sheet.

• Download SSC CHT Answer Key 2025 (Direct Link): [Click Here (Login Portal)]
• Download Official Answer Key Notice: [Click Here (PDF)]

How to Download the SSC CHT Answer Key 2025 (Step-by-Step)

Follow these simple steps to download your key and response sheet:

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the official SSC website: https.ssc.gov.in.
2. Click on “Answer Key” Tab: On the homepage, click the “Answer Key” tab in the main navigation bar.
3. Find the Notice: Click on the link that says, “Uploading of Tentative Answer Key(s) along with Candidates’ Response Sheet(s) – Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2025”.
4. Read the PDF: A PDF notice will open. Read it carefully and click on the link at the bottom of the notice.
5. Login: You will be redirected to the candidate login portal.
6. Enter Credentials: Enter your Roll Number and Password (as per your admission certificate) and click “Login”.
7. Download: Your individual response sheet (what you answered) and the tentative answer key will be displayed. You can now compare them and save the PDF.

How to Challenge the Answer Key & Raise Objections

If you find any discrepancy or believe an answer provided by the SSC is incorrect, you can challenge it.

• Objection Window: The window to raise objections is open only for a limited time (e.g., from August 16 to August 19, 2025).
• Challenge Fee: You must pay ₹ 100/- per question you wish to challenge. This fee is non-refundable.
• Process:
  1. Log in to the same portal used to download the answer key.
  2. Click on the “Raise Objections” tab.
  3. Select the Question ID you wish to challenge.
  4. Select your correct answer and provide a clear, concise justification in the “Remarks” box.
  5. You must provide supporting proof or documentation for your claim.
  6. Pay the fee. Challenges without the fee will not be considered.

After the objection window closes, the SSC will review all challenges. If a challenge is found to be valid, the answer key will be revised, and the Final Answer Key will be released. The SSC CHT Result 2025 will be prepared based on this Final Answer Key.

How to Calculate Your Score Using the SSC CHT Answer Key

This is the most important step. Use the official marking scheme to calculate your raw score:

1. Open your Response Sheet and the Tentative Answer Key.
2. Compare your answers for all 200 questions.
3. For every Correct Answer, give yourself +1 Mark.
4. For every Wrong Answer, give yourself -0.25 Marks (Negative Marking).
5. For any question you did not attempt, give yourself 0 Marks.

Your Final Raw Score = (Total Correct Answers x 1) – (Total Wrong Answers x 0.25)

This raw score will later be “normalized” by the SSC to account for differences in difficulty across various exam shifts (if any).

SSC CHT Paper 1 Exam Analysis 2025 (Detailed)

Based on feedback from thousands of students, here is a detailed analysis of the Paper-I exam held on August 12, 2025. This analysis helps in determining the expected cut-off.

Overall Difficulty

The overall difficulty of the SSC CHT Paper-I was Moderate.

• General Hindi: Easy to Moderate
• General English: Moderate (Some new vocabulary words and lengthy comprehensions)

Section-wise Analysis: General Hindi (100 Qs)

The Hindi section was the scoring part of the exam. The focus was heavily on grammar and vocabulary, with fewer questions from literature.

• Reading Comprehension (गद्यांश): 10 Questions (Easy)
• Cloze Test (रिक्त स्थान): 5-10 Questions (Easy-Moderate)
• Grammar (व्याकरण):
  • संधि & समास (Sandhi & Samas): 5-7 Qs
  • संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया (Noun, Pronoun, etc.): 8-10 Qs
  • कारक, लिंग, वचन (Case, Gender, Number): 5-7 Qs
• Vocabulary (शब्दावली):
  • विलोम शब्द (Antonyms): 7-8 Qs
  • पर्यायवाची (Synonyms): 7-8 Qs
  • मुहावरे & लोकोक्तियाँ (Idioms): 8-10 Qs
  • तत्सम & तद्भव (Tatsam/Tadbhav): 4-5 Qs
  • वर्तनी शुद्धि (Spelling): 5-6 Qs
  • वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द (One-word): 5-6 Qs
• Sentence Rearrangement (वाक्य क्रम): 5 Qs
• Error Spotting (वाक्य शुद्धि): 5-7 Qs

Good Attempts in Hindi: 80-88 Questions.

Section-wise Analysis: General English (100 Qs)

The English section was moderate and slightly time-consuming. The comprehension and vocabulary were of a good (degree) level.

• Reading Comprehension (RC): 15-20 Questions (2 Passages, Moderate)
• Cloze Test: 10 Questions (Easy-Moderate)
• Grammar (Error Spotting & Improvement):
  • Error Spotting: 10 Qs (Moderate)
  • Sentence Improvement: 10 Qs (Easy-Moderate)
  • Active/Passive Voice: 5 Qs
  • Direct/Indirect Speech: 5 Qs
• Vocabulary:
  • Synonyms: 5-6 Qs (Moderate-Tough)
  • Antonyms: 5-6 Qs (Moderate-Tough)
  • Idioms & Phrases: 5-7 Qs
  • One-Word Substitution: 5-7 Qs
  • Spelling Correction: 3-5 Qs
• Para Jumbles (Sentence Rearrangement): 5 Qs (Time-consuming)

Good Attempts in English: 75-82 Questions.

SSC CHT Expected Cut-Off 2025 (Paper 1)

Based on the exam analysis, the number of vacancies (437), and previous years’ trends, Rojgardesk.com has prepared an expected cut-off list. If your score (calculated from the SSC CHT Answer Key 2025) is above this range, you must start preparing for Paper-II immediately.

Category	Expected Cut-Off Marks (Out of 200)
General (UR)	138 – 145
EWS	132 – 138
OBC	133 – 139
SC	120 – 128
ST	110 – 118
OH	105 – 112
HH	90 – 98

(Disclaimer: This is an expected cut-off based on analysis and is not the final, official cut-off.)

What’s Next? Ultimate 2000-Word Guide to Crack Paper-II

If your score is near or above the cut-off, CONGRATULATIONS! You have won half the battle. Now, the real test begins: Paper-II. The SSC CHT Result 2025 for Paper-I is just a qualifying ticket. Your final selection depends on your combined score from both papers.

Paper-II is a 200-mark, 2-hour descriptive test. It is not about speed; it is about accuracy, knowledge, and presentation.

Paper-II Exam Pattern (200 Marks, 2 Hours)

Section	Task	Marks (Approx.)	Skill Tested
1	Essay in English	50 Marks	Writing ability, clarity, structure, grammar
2	Essay in Hindi (निबंध)	50 Marks	लेखन क्षमता, विचार, संरचना, व्याकरण
3	Translation (English to Hindi)	50 Marks	Translation accuracy, formal vocabulary
4	Translation (Hindi to English)	50 Marks	Translation accuracy, grammar, vocabulary

Part 1 & 2: Mastering the Essay (100 Marks Total)

The essay is a test of your originality, knowledge, and command of the language. You must present a well-structured argument in about 400-500 words.

How to Structure a High-Scoring Essay:

1. Introduction (परिचय) (~60-80 words):
   • Start with a hook (a quote, a fact, or a question).
   • Clearly introduce the topic and its relevance.
   • End with your thesis statement (your main argument or what the essay will cover).
2. Body (मुख्य भाग) (~300-350 words):
   • This is the main section, divided into 3-4 paragraphs.
   • Each paragraph should discuss one main idea (e.g., Pros, Cons, Challenges, Solutions).
   • Use facts, data, or real-world examples to support your points.
3. Conclusion (निष्कर्ष) (~60-80 words):
   • Summarize your key arguments from the body.
   • End with a strong, positive, or forward-looking concluding statement.

High-Probability Essay Topics (English) for the SSC CHT 2025 Exam

1. India’s G20 Presidency: A New Global Leadership Role.
2. The Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the Future of Work.
3. Chandrayaan-3: India’s Great Leap in Space Technology.
4. Climate Change and the Urgent Need for Sustainable Development.
5. Social Media: A Tool for Connection or a Weapon of Division?
6. The New Education Policy (NEP) 2020: Aims and Challenges.
7. ‘One Nation, One Election’: A Feasible Reform for India?
8. Digital India and the Future of E-Governance.
9. Women Empowerment: The Key to National Development.
10. The Indian Economy: Path to a $5 Trillion Target.
11. Mental Health Awareness in Modern Society.
12. Fake News and its Impact on Democracy.

High-Probability Essay Topics (Hindi) for the SSC CHT 2025 Exam

1. भारत की G20 अध्यक्षता और वैश्विक नेतृत्व। (India’s G20 Presidency and Global Leadership)
2. चंद्रयान-3: अंतरिक्ष में भारत की ऐतिहासिक छलांग। (Chandrayaan-3: India’s historic leap in space)
3. आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस (AI): अवसर और चुनौतियाँ। (Artificial Intelligence: Opportunities and Challenges)
4. नई शिक्षा नीति 2020: एक अवलोकन। (New Education Policy 2020: An Overview)
5. जलवायु परिवर्तन: एक वैश्विक संकट। (Climate Change: A Global Crisis)
6. भारत में महिला सशक्तिकरण की वर्तमान स्थिति। (Current status of Women Empowerment in India)
7. डिजिटल इंडिया और कैशलेस अर्थव्यवस्था। (Digital India and the Cashless Economy)
8. ‘वन नेशन, वन इलेक्शन’: एक विमर्श। (‘One Nation, One Election’: A discussion)
9. सोशल मीडिया: वरदान या अभिशाप? (Social Media: Boon or Bane?)
10. भारतीय अर्थव्यवस्था की चुनौतियाँ और संभावनाएं। (Challenges and prospects of the Indian Economy)
11. राष्ट्रभाषा हिंदी: चुनौतियाँ और समाधान। (National Language Hindi: Challenges and Solutions)
12. आतंकवाद: एक विश्वव्यापी समस्या। (Terrorism: A worldwide problem)

Part 3 & 4: Mastering Translation (100 Marks Total)

This is the core skill of the SSC CHT Syllabus 2025. Your translation must be accurate, formal, and capture the original meaning (भावार्थ).

The Golden Rule: Translate the meaning (भावार्थ), not the words (शब्दार्थ).

• Wrong: “He is feeling blue.” -> “वह नीला महसूस कर रहा है।”
• Right: “He is feeling blue.” -> “वह उदास महसूस कर रहा है।”

How to Practice Translation:

1. Read Editorials Daily: Read The Hindu (English) and Jansatta (Hindi) editorials.
2. Translate Daily: Take one paragraph from The Hindu and translate it into formal Hindi. Take one paragraph from Jansatta and translate it into English.
3. Use PIB: The Press Information Bureau (pib.gov.in) website is the best resource. Open any press release and use the language toggle at the top to see the official English and Hindi translations.
4. Build Your Glossary: This is essential. Create a notebook and write down at least 10 new official/administrative words every day.

Master Glossary for SSC CHT Paper-II (100+ Key Terms)

Here is a 100-word glossary to start your preparation. Mastering these is critical for the exam.

English Word	Formal Hindi Translation
Notification	अधिसूचना
Sanction	मंजूरी / संस्वीकृति
Jurisdiction	क्षेत्राधिकार
Autonomous	स्वायत्त
Memorandum	ज्ञापन
Circular	परिपत्र
Amendment	संशोधन
Constitution	संविधान
Recruitment	भर्ती
Vacancy	रिक्ति
Eligibility	पात्रता / अर्हता
Salary	वेतन
Emoluments	परिलब्धियां
Allowance	भत्ता
Probation	परिवीक्षा
Seniority	वरिष्ठता
Policy	नीति
Implementation	कार्यान्वयन / अमल में लाना
Ministry	मंत्रालय
Department	विभाग
Organization	संगठन
Headquarters	मुख्यालय
Regional	क्षेत्रीय
Vigilance	सतर्कता
Allegation	आरोप
Misconduct	कदाचार
Penalty	दंड / शास्ति
Confidential	गोपनीय
Mandatory	अनिवार्य
Provisional	अनंतिम
Corrigendum	शुद्धिपत्र
Gazette	राजपत्र
Reimbursement	प्रतिपूर्ति
Deputation	प्रतिनियुक्ति
In principle	सैद्धांतिक रूप से
As per rules	नियमानुसार
Competent Authority	सक्षम प्राधिकारी
In compliance with	के अनुपालन में
With reference to	के संदर्भ में
With immediate effect	तत्काल प्रभाव से
Action will be taken	कार्रवाई की जाएगी
Public Sector Undertaking	सार्वजनिक क्षेत्र का उपक्रम
Non-Gazetted	अराजपत्रित
Gazetted Officer	राजपत्रित अधिकारी
Accountability	जवाबदेही
Transparency	पारदर्शिता
Cabinet	मंत्रिमंडल
Parliament	संसद
Legislation	विधान
Act (Law)	अधिनियम
Rules	नियम
Administration	प्रशासन
Administrative	प्रशासनिक
Verification	सत्यापन
Appointment	नियुक्ति
Candidate	अभ्यर्थी / उम्मीदवार
Application	आवेदन
Discrepancy	विसंगति
Exception	अपवाद
To monitor	निगरानी करना
Resolution	संकल्प
Committee / Commission	समिति / आयोग
Director	निदेशक
Secretary	सचिव
Joint Secretary	संयुक्त सचिव
Under Secretary	अवर सचिव
Section Officer	अनुभाग अधिकारी
Financial Year	वित्तीय वर्ष
Budget	बजट
Audit	लेखा परीक्षा
Economy	अर्थव्यवस्था
Social Justice	सामाजिक न्याय
Empowerment	सशक्तिकरण
Sustainable	सतत / धारणीय
Development	विकास
Environment	पर्यावरण
Pollution	प्रदूषण
Conservation	संरक्षण
Protocol	नयाचार
Foreign Policy	विदेश नीति
Bilateral	द्विपक्षीय
Multilateral	बहुपक्षीय
Democracy	लोकतंत्र / प्रजातंत्र
Secularism	धर्मनिरपेक्षता
Republic	गणतंत्र
Sovereignty	संप्रभुता
Integrity	अखंडता
Public Interest	जनहित
Judicial	न्यायिक
Magistracy	दंडाधिकारी
Civil (as in law)	दीवानी
Criminal (as in law)	फौजदारी
Supreme Court	उच्चतम न्यायालय
High Court	उच्च न्यायालय
Affidavit	शपथ-पत्र
Compensation	मुआवज़ा / क्षतिपूर्ति
Consumer	उपभोक्ता
Grievance	शिकायत / परिवेदना
Redressal	निवारण
Infrastructure	अवसंरचना
Agriculture	कृषि
Irrigation	सिंचाई
Broadcasting	प्रसारण
Telecommunication	दूरसंचार

SSC CHT 2025: Eligibility, Salary & Post Details

Now that you have checked your SSC CHT Answer Key 2025 and are preparing for Paper-II, it’s vital to be 100% sure you meet the eligibility criteria for the posts.

Crucial Date for Eligibility

• All Educational Qualifications and Age Limits must be met as of August 1, 2025 (except for Post E).
• For Post Code ‘E’ (SI in CRPF), the crucial date is the closing date of application, June 26, 2025.

Post-wise Eligibility & Experience

This is the most complex part of the notification.

1. For JHT/JTO (Post Codes A, B, C) – Level 6

• Education: You must have a Master’s Degree in Hindi (with English at Degree level) OR a Master’s in English (with Hindi at Degree level) OR a Master’s in any subject (with Hindi medium and English as a subject at Degree level), etc.
• AND
• Experience: A recognized Diploma/Certificate in translation OR 2 years of translation work experience in a Central/State Government office.

2. For SHT/ST (Post Code D) – Level 7

• Education: Same as above.
• AND
• Experience: A recognized Diploma/Certificate in translation OR 3 years of translation work experience in a Central/State Government office.

3. For SI in CRPF (Post Code E) – Level 6

• Education: Same as JHT/JTO (Master’s + 2-year diploma/experience).
• AND
• Physical Standards: You must meet the physical and medical standards (Height, Chest, Vision) as detailed in the notification.

Post-wise Salary Breakdown

Post Category	Post Codes	Pay Level	Pay Scale	Approx. Gross Salary (X-City)
Senior Translator	D (SHT / ST)	Level 7	₹ 44,900 – ₹ 1,42,400	~ ₹ 80,000 / month
Junior Translator	A, B, C, E	Level 6	₹ 35,400 – ₹ 1,12,400	~ ₹ 68,000 / month

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the SSC CHT Answer Key 2025?

A: The SSC CHT Answer Key 2025 is the official document released by SSC showing the correct answers to all 200 questions asked in the Paper 1 CBT. It allows you to calculate your score.

Q2: Is the score from the SSC CHT Answer Key 2025 final?

A: No. The score you calculate is your “Raw Score.” SSC will use a normalization process if the exam was held in multiple shifts. Your “Normalized Score” is what will be used to determine the cut-off.

Q3: Is there a negative marking in Paper 2?

A: No. Paper 2 is a descriptive (written) exam. There is no negative marking, but you will be marked down for spelling errors, grammatical mistakes, and poor handwriting.

Q4: I don’t have a 2-year diploma in translation. Am I still eligible?

A: You are eligible if you have 2 years of translation work experience from a Central or State Government office. The diploma/certificate is an alternative to the experience requirement, not an addition to it.

Q5: What is the job location for JTO in CSOLS (Post A)?

A: CSOLS (Central Secretariat Official Language Service) is one of the most preferred posts. The posting is almost always in New Delhi in various ministries.

Important Links

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