
Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Hindi Translator Mar 2025
Posted: 2 years ago
Posts: 1
Location: STATE (West Bengal)
Closed: 13 Mar 2024
Job Details
Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited (HCSL), Howrah — a wholly owned subsidiary of Cochin Shipyard Limited — invites applications from experienced professionals for one unreserved post of Hindi Translator in the supervisory grade TS-I under Vacancy Notification No. HCSL/HR/RECTT/PERMA/1/2024 dated 14.02.2024. The post requires a postgraduate degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory elective subject at graduation level, a postgraduate diploma in translation, knowledge of Hindi and English typing on computer, and five years of translation experience. Selection is in two phases: a written examination and a PowerPoint presentation on work experience. Posting is at HCSL or other HCSL project sites, with liability to serve in any department, on board ships, or at any unit or worksite in India or abroad.
- Level:
- state
- State:
- West Bengal
- Cities:
- Howrah
Job Summary
Recruitment by Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited, Howrah for one unreserved post of Hindi Translator in grade TS-I, with a pay scale of ₹ 28000-3%-110000 and monthly emoluments of ₹ 57,596. Requires a postgraduate degree in Hindi, a postgraduate diploma in translation and five years of translation experience. Applications close 13.03.2024.
Important Dates
Applications open · Commencement of application
Last date to apply · Last date of application
Fee Structure
Application Fee
- 1. All applicants:
- Nil
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory elective subject at graduation level from a recognised university | Required |
| Postgraduate diploma in translation from a recognised institution | Required |
| Knowledge of Hindi and English typing on computer | Required |
2. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | 5 - N/A years |
3. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - 45 years |
| Age Limit As On | 13 Mar 2024 |
| Maximum age | 45 years as on 13.03.2024, i.e. applicants should be born on or after 14.03.1979 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | Relaxation of 10 years in the upper age limit |
| Ex-servicemen | Relaxation of 5 years in the upper age limit |
| Overall ceiling | After applying all relaxations, age shall not exceed 55 years |
4. Citizenship
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Only Indian nationals need apply |
5. Physical Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Benchmark disability — Category (a) | Low vision. The person should potentially be able to perform the assigned work efficiently with standard refractive correction and suitable assistive devices. |
| Benchmark disability — Category (b) | Deaf and hard of hearing. Hearing loss should not exceed 50 dB and the person should be able to perform the work efficiently with hearing aids. |
| Benchmark disability — Category (c) | One arm, one leg, both legs, or one arm and one leg, with all artificial or orthotic devices; leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims, cerebral palsy (mild). |
| Benchmark disability — Category (e) | Multiple disabilities including all of the above. |
| Degree of disability | Minimum 40%. A valid disability certificate in the prescribed format issued by the competent authority under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017 must be submitted. |
6. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Recognition of qualification | The minimum qualification prescribed must be from a university, institution or examination board recognised by AICTE or the appropriate statutory authority of the State or Central Government |
| Equivalent qualifications | Applicants holding a qualification equivalent to any of those prescribed must submit an equivalency certificate issued by the competent authority; candidature will not be considered without it |
| Government servants | Applicants in regular government service or in government-owned industrial or similar organisations must apply directly to HCSL online and submit a declaration (Annexure II) that they have informed their employer in writing; candidature will not be considered if the employer objects |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 1
1. Hindi Translator (TS-I)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory elective subject at graduation level from a recognised university, postgraduate diploma in translation from a recognised institution, and knowledge of Hindi and English typing on computer
- Experience: Five years of experience in translation from English to Hindi and vice versa in Government of India undertakings/PSUs and Central/State Government offices including universities
Age Limitations:
- Maximum age: 45 years as on 13.03.2024
Category Wise Vacancy:
| Category | Reserved Seats | Other Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 1 | N/A |
Additional Information
- Right to vary vacancies: HCSL reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies, not to fill any vacancy, or to cancel the recruitment process as per its requirement
- Identified for PwBD: The post of Hindi Translator has been identified as suitable for persons with benchmark disabilities in categories (a), (b), (c) and (e)
Salary Details
> Salary Range: ₹28,000 - ₹1,10,000 Monthly
> Gross Salary: ₹57,596 Monthly
> Grade Pay: ₹TS-I
Other Information
- Pay scale: TS-1: ₹ 28000-3%-110000
- Pay fixation: The selected candidate will be placed at the minimum of the pay scale and pay protection will not be considered
Cut Off Marks
- 1. Written Examination:
- Minimum qualifying marks for the written examination are 50% for unreserved posts and 40% for PwBD candidates.
How to Apply
- 1. Mode of application:
- Applicants should fill in the application form (Annexure I) with a recent passport size photograph pasted, and e-mail scanned copies of the signed application form together with supporting documents as a single PDF to careers@hooghlycsl.com
- 2. E-mail subject:
- "Application for the post of ........................ (name of the post)"
- 3. Last date for receipt:
- 13.03.2024 up to 23:59 hrs (IST). Applications submitted directly or by any other mode will not be accepted.
- 4. Documents to be attached:
- Scanned copy of Aadhaar card; certificate proving age (birth certificate/SSLC or SSC/passport); all qualifying degree certificates; consolidated mark sheet or all semester mark sheets; experience certificates; disability certificate if applicable; caste certificate if applicable
- 5. Incomplete applications:
- Applications that are incomplete, not in the prescribed format, illegible, without the required enclosures or unsigned will be summarily rejected without assigning any reason
Exam Pattern
- 1. Written Examination:
- The exam consists of objective type (40 marks) and descriptive type (40 marks) tests.
- 2. Presentation:
- Candidates will present their work experience in a PowerPoint presentation (20 marks).
Syllabus Details
- 1. Objective Test:
- Covers general knowledge, translation skills, and language proficiency.
- 2. Descriptive Test:
- Includes essay writing and translation exercises.
Selection Process
- 1. Phase I — Written examination:
- Objective type examination of 40 marks (45 minutes duration) and descriptive type examination of 40 marks (60 minutes duration). The syllabus is at Annexure-1.
- 2. Phase II — Presentation:
- PowerPoint presentation on work experience carrying 20 marks, not exceeding ten minutes, held at HCSL online or offline
- 3. Evaluation order:
- A mark list is prepared from the objective type examination. Descriptive answer papers are evaluated only for candidates who secure the minimum pass marks or above in the objective examination and who meet the notified eligibility requirements.
- 4. Minimum pass marks:
- Unreserved posts — 50% of the total marks of each examination; PwBD candidates — 40% of the total marks of each examination
- 5. Certificate verification:
- Candidates securing the minimum pass marks and above are listed for certificate verification, called in sufficient numbers to obtain a ratio of at least 6 candidates per post in order of merit. Only those who successfully complete certificate verification are shortlisted for Phase II.
- 6. Rank list:
- Prepared on the total marks obtained in Phase I and Phase II. Ties are resolved on marks in the subject part of the objective examination, and thereafter on seniority in age.
- 7. Examination centre:
- The written examination will be held at HCSL; allotment of the examination centre is at the discretion of HCSL
Reservation Details
- 1. Reservation Policy:
- Reservations apply as per government norms for PwBD candidates.
Document Requirements
- 1. Original certificate verification:
- Original certificates of shortlisted candidates will be verified at the time of joining or at another stage decided by HCSL. Candidature is provisional subject to verification of originals proving age, qualification, experience, caste, disability and medical fitness.
- 2. False information:
- If at any stage information furnished is found false or incorrect, or if relevant information is concealed, the candidature will be cancelled or rejected without further notice
Preparation Tips
- 1. Study Material:
- Focus on translation techniques and language proficiency. Practice with previous years' question papers.
- 2. Time Management:
- Allocate time effectively for each section of the exam and practice regularly.
Important Instructions
- 1. Canvassing:
- Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification
- 2. Call letters:
- Call letters will not be sent by post. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by e-mail, and the selection schedule will be intimated by e-mail or through the HCSL website www.hooghlycsl.in (Career page → HCSL).
- 3. No right conferred:
- Mere submission of an application and issue of a call letter confers no right to acceptance of candidature, is not an acknowledgement of fulfilling eligibility criteria, and does not constitute an offer of appointment
- 4. Medical examination:
- Candidates shortlisted for appointment must undergo medical examination at hospitals prescribed by HCSL; appointment is subject to certification of medical fitness
- 5. Character verification:
- Appointment of selected candidates is subject to verification of character and antecedents, and of caste certificates where applicable
- 6. Rank list validity:
- Rank lists are maintained for all posts and operated only if a vacancy occurs during their validity, which is 18 months from the date of reporting of the last candidate advised to join on publication of the result, unless a fresh notification is issued for the same post
- 7. Right to modify:
- HCSL reserves the right to restrict, alter, cancel or modify the recruitment process without notice or assigning any reason, and the right not to fill the notified vacancies
- 8. Retention of documents:
- All documents related to this selection will be preserved for two years from the date of publication of results
- 9. Jurisdiction:
- Any legal proceedings arising out of this advertisement may be instituted only in the Courts, Tribunals or Forums at Howrah/Kolkata, which have sole and exclusive jurisdiction
- 10. Amendments:
- Any amendment, modification or change to this advertisement will be published only on the HCSL and CSL websites
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Incomplete Applications:
- Applications missing required documents or information will be disqualified.
Other Information
- 1. Notification reference:
- No. HCSL/HR/RECTT/PERMA/1/2023-24 dated 14.02.2024; Vacancy Notification No. HCSL/HR/RECTT/PERMA/1/2024 dated 14.02.2024
- 2. Issued by:
- Senior Manager (Human Resources & Industrial Relations), for Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited
- 3. Language of notification:
- The notification is published in Hindi
- 4. Liability for previous employment:
- HCSL will not bear any liability for salary, leave salary, gratuity or pension contribution relating to the previous employment of a candidate already working in Government or Public Sector Undertakings
Important Links
- 1. HCSL website
Contact Details
Email: careers@hooghlycsl.com
Address: Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited, Howrah - 711109, West Bengal
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Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Hindi Translator Mar 2025
Posted: 2 years ago
Posts: 1
Location: STATE (West Bengal)
Closed: 13 Mar 2024
Job Details
Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited (HCSL), Howrah — a wholly owned subsidiary of Cochin Shipyard Limited — invites applications from experienced professionals for one unreserved post of Hindi Translator in the supervisory grade TS-I under Vacancy Notification No. HCSL/HR/RECTT/PERMA/1/2024 dated 14.02.2024. The post requires a postgraduate degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory elective subject at graduation level, a postgraduate diploma in translation, knowledge of Hindi and English typing on computer, and five years of translation experience. Selection is in two phases: a written examination and a PowerPoint presentation on work experience. Posting is at HCSL or other HCSL project sites, with liability to serve in any department, on board ships, or at any unit or worksite in India or abroad.
- Level:
- state
- State:
- West Bengal
- Cities:
- Howrah
Job Summary
Recruitment by Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited, Howrah for one unreserved post of Hindi Translator in grade TS-I, with a pay scale of ₹ 28000-3%-110000 and monthly emoluments of ₹ 57,596. Requires a postgraduate degree in Hindi, a postgraduate diploma in translation and five years of translation experience. Applications close 13.03.2024.
Important Dates
Applications open · Commencement of application
Last date to apply · Last date of application
Fee Structure
Application Fee
- 1. All applicants:
- Nil
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory elective subject at graduation level from a recognised university | Required |
| Postgraduate diploma in translation from a recognised institution | Required |
| Knowledge of Hindi and English typing on computer | Required |
2. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | 5 - N/A years |
3. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - 45 years |
| Age Limit As On | 13 Mar 2024 |
| Maximum age | 45 years as on 13.03.2024, i.e. applicants should be born on or after 14.03.1979 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | Relaxation of 10 years in the upper age limit |
| Ex-servicemen | Relaxation of 5 years in the upper age limit |
| Overall ceiling | After applying all relaxations, age shall not exceed 55 years |
4. Citizenship
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Only Indian nationals need apply |
5. Physical Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Benchmark disability — Category (a) | Low vision. The person should potentially be able to perform the assigned work efficiently with standard refractive correction and suitable assistive devices. |
| Benchmark disability — Category (b) | Deaf and hard of hearing. Hearing loss should not exceed 50 dB and the person should be able to perform the work efficiently with hearing aids. |
| Benchmark disability — Category (c) | One arm, one leg, both legs, or one arm and one leg, with all artificial or orthotic devices; leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims, cerebral palsy (mild). |
| Benchmark disability — Category (e) | Multiple disabilities including all of the above. |
| Degree of disability | Minimum 40%. A valid disability certificate in the prescribed format issued by the competent authority under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017 must be submitted. |
6. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Recognition of qualification | The minimum qualification prescribed must be from a university, institution or examination board recognised by AICTE or the appropriate statutory authority of the State or Central Government |
| Equivalent qualifications | Applicants holding a qualification equivalent to any of those prescribed must submit an equivalency certificate issued by the competent authority; candidature will not be considered without it |
| Government servants | Applicants in regular government service or in government-owned industrial or similar organisations must apply directly to HCSL online and submit a declaration (Annexure II) that they have informed their employer in writing; candidature will not be considered if the employer objects |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 1
1. Hindi Translator (TS-I)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory elective subject at graduation level from a recognised university, postgraduate diploma in translation from a recognised institution, and knowledge of Hindi and English typing on computer
- Experience: Five years of experience in translation from English to Hindi and vice versa in Government of India undertakings/PSUs and Central/State Government offices including universities
Age Limitations:
- Maximum age: 45 years as on 13.03.2024
Category Wise Vacancy:
| Category | Reserved Seats | Other Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 1 | N/A |
Additional Information
- Right to vary vacancies: HCSL reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies, not to fill any vacancy, or to cancel the recruitment process as per its requirement
- Identified for PwBD: The post of Hindi Translator has been identified as suitable for persons with benchmark disabilities in categories (a), (b), (c) and (e)
Salary Details
> Salary Range: ₹28,000 - ₹1,10,000 Monthly
> Gross Salary: ₹57,596 Monthly
> Grade Pay: ₹TS-I
Other Information
- Pay scale: TS-1: ₹ 28000-3%-110000
- Pay fixation: The selected candidate will be placed at the minimum of the pay scale and pay protection will not be considered
Cut Off Marks
- 1. Written Examination:
- Minimum qualifying marks for the written examination are 50% for unreserved posts and 40% for PwBD candidates.
How to Apply
- 1. Mode of application:
- Applicants should fill in the application form (Annexure I) with a recent passport size photograph pasted, and e-mail scanned copies of the signed application form together with supporting documents as a single PDF to careers@hooghlycsl.com
- 2. E-mail subject:
- "Application for the post of ........................ (name of the post)"
- 3. Last date for receipt:
- 13.03.2024 up to 23:59 hrs (IST). Applications submitted directly or by any other mode will not be accepted.
- 4. Documents to be attached:
- Scanned copy of Aadhaar card; certificate proving age (birth certificate/SSLC or SSC/passport); all qualifying degree certificates; consolidated mark sheet or all semester mark sheets; experience certificates; disability certificate if applicable; caste certificate if applicable
- 5. Incomplete applications:
- Applications that are incomplete, not in the prescribed format, illegible, without the required enclosures or unsigned will be summarily rejected without assigning any reason
Exam Pattern
- 1. Written Examination:
- The exam consists of objective type (40 marks) and descriptive type (40 marks) tests.
- 2. Presentation:
- Candidates will present their work experience in a PowerPoint presentation (20 marks).
Syllabus Details
- 1. Objective Test:
- Covers general knowledge, translation skills, and language proficiency.
- 2. Descriptive Test:
- Includes essay writing and translation exercises.
Selection Process
- 1. Phase I — Written examination:
- Objective type examination of 40 marks (45 minutes duration) and descriptive type examination of 40 marks (60 minutes duration). The syllabus is at Annexure-1.
- 2. Phase II — Presentation:
- PowerPoint presentation on work experience carrying 20 marks, not exceeding ten minutes, held at HCSL online or offline
- 3. Evaluation order:
- A mark list is prepared from the objective type examination. Descriptive answer papers are evaluated only for candidates who secure the minimum pass marks or above in the objective examination and who meet the notified eligibility requirements.
- 4. Minimum pass marks:
- Unreserved posts — 50% of the total marks of each examination; PwBD candidates — 40% of the total marks of each examination
- 5. Certificate verification:
- Candidates securing the minimum pass marks and above are listed for certificate verification, called in sufficient numbers to obtain a ratio of at least 6 candidates per post in order of merit. Only those who successfully complete certificate verification are shortlisted for Phase II.
- 6. Rank list:
- Prepared on the total marks obtained in Phase I and Phase II. Ties are resolved on marks in the subject part of the objective examination, and thereafter on seniority in age.
- 7. Examination centre:
- The written examination will be held at HCSL; allotment of the examination centre is at the discretion of HCSL
Reservation Details
- 1. Reservation Policy:
- Reservations apply as per government norms for PwBD candidates.
Document Requirements
- 1. Original certificate verification:
- Original certificates of shortlisted candidates will be verified at the time of joining or at another stage decided by HCSL. Candidature is provisional subject to verification of originals proving age, qualification, experience, caste, disability and medical fitness.
- 2. False information:
- If at any stage information furnished is found false or incorrect, or if relevant information is concealed, the candidature will be cancelled or rejected without further notice
Preparation Tips
- 1. Study Material:
- Focus on translation techniques and language proficiency. Practice with previous years' question papers.
- 2. Time Management:
- Allocate time effectively for each section of the exam and practice regularly.
Important Instructions
- 1. Canvassing:
- Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification
- 2. Call letters:
- Call letters will not be sent by post. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by e-mail, and the selection schedule will be intimated by e-mail or through the HCSL website www.hooghlycsl.in (Career page → HCSL).
- 3. No right conferred:
- Mere submission of an application and issue of a call letter confers no right to acceptance of candidature, is not an acknowledgement of fulfilling eligibility criteria, and does not constitute an offer of appointment
- 4. Medical examination:
- Candidates shortlisted for appointment must undergo medical examination at hospitals prescribed by HCSL; appointment is subject to certification of medical fitness
- 5. Character verification:
- Appointment of selected candidates is subject to verification of character and antecedents, and of caste certificates where applicable
- 6. Rank list validity:
- Rank lists are maintained for all posts and operated only if a vacancy occurs during their validity, which is 18 months from the date of reporting of the last candidate advised to join on publication of the result, unless a fresh notification is issued for the same post
- 7. Right to modify:
- HCSL reserves the right to restrict, alter, cancel or modify the recruitment process without notice or assigning any reason, and the right not to fill the notified vacancies
- 8. Retention of documents:
- All documents related to this selection will be preserved for two years from the date of publication of results
- 9. Jurisdiction:
- Any legal proceedings arising out of this advertisement may be instituted only in the Courts, Tribunals or Forums at Howrah/Kolkata, which have sole and exclusive jurisdiction
- 10. Amendments:
- Any amendment, modification or change to this advertisement will be published only on the HCSL and CSL websites
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Incomplete Applications:
- Applications missing required documents or information will be disqualified.
Other Information
- 1. Notification reference:
- No. HCSL/HR/RECTT/PERMA/1/2023-24 dated 14.02.2024; Vacancy Notification No. HCSL/HR/RECTT/PERMA/1/2024 dated 14.02.2024
- 2. Issued by:
- Senior Manager (Human Resources & Industrial Relations), for Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited
- 3. Language of notification:
- The notification is published in Hindi
- 4. Liability for previous employment:
- HCSL will not bear any liability for salary, leave salary, gratuity or pension contribution relating to the previous employment of a candidate already working in Government or Public Sector Undertakings
Important Links
- 1. HCSL website
Contact Details
Email: careers@hooghlycsl.com
Address: Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited, Howrah - 711109, West Bengal
FAQ
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