The Calcutta High Court has announced a recruitment drive for the position of Translator in 2025. Below are the comprehensive details:
Post Details:
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies | Category | Pay Scale (Level 9) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Translator | 2 | 1 SC, 1 UR (E.C.) | ₹28,900–74,500 + allowances |
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (12th standard) from the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education or its equivalent. Proficiency in the state’s vernacular language is essential.
- Age Limit: Applicants should be between 18 and 40 years as of January 10, 2025. There is a relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST candidates of West Bengal.
Application Fee:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST (West Bengal) | ₹400 |
| General and Other Categories | ₹800 |
| Exempted Category | Nil |
Note: Fees are to be paid via bank challan at Punjab National Bank into Savings Bank Account No. 0091010372343, in favor of the Registrar, Original Side, High Court at Calcutta.
Selection Process:
- Written Test (50 marks):
- Translation of passages from Bengali, Hindi, and Nepali into English (10 marks each).
- Translation of passages from English into Bengali and Hindi (10 marks each).
- Qualifying Marks: 60%.
- Viva-Voce/Interview (10 marks):
- Qualifying Marks: 40%.
Application Process:
- Submission Mode: Offline.
- Required Documents:
- Three recent passport-sized photographs.
- Two self-addressed envelopes (25 cm x 11 cm) with a ₹45 postal stamp.
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates, age proof, and caste certificate (if applicable).
- Bank challan receipt.
- Envelope Details: The application should be in a sealed envelope, mentioning the category and the post applied for on the top left corner.
- Address: Registrar, Original Side, 1st Floor, Main Building, High Court at Calcutta, Kolkata – 700001.
- Application Deadline: February 5, 2025.
Important Dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | January 10, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | January 10, 2025 |
| Application End Date | February 5, 2025 |
For further details and updates, refer to the official notification on the Calcutta High Court’s website.
