Haryana Court Clerk Recruitment 2026

The Haryana Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 is conducted by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) or the respective District Courts to fill clerical positions in the subordinate courts across Haryana state. Court Clerks are responsible for maintaining court records, managing case files, assisting judicial officers, and performing various administrative tasks in district and subordinate courts. This is a state-level Group C post under the Haryana Judicial Service (Ministerial) cadre. The recruitment involves a written examination followed by document verification and typing test. Selected candidates will be posted across various district courts in Haryana including Gurugram, Faridabad, Karnal, Ambala, Hisar, Rohtak, and other districts.

Typical / Indicative dates based on previous recruitment cycles:

Typical / Indicative vacancy distribution:

Educational Qualification

• Minimum Qualification: Graduate degree (BA/B.Sc/B.Com or equivalent) from a recognized University
• Typing Speed: Hindi typing at 30 words per minute OR English typing at 40 words per minute on computer
• Computer Knowledge: Basic computer proficiency required
• Candidates must possess the educational qualification on or before the closing date of application

Age Limit

Typical / Indicative age criteria:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Domicile Requirement: Must be a bonafide resident of Haryana state with valid domicile certificate
• Haryana domicile is mandatory as per state recruitment rules

1. Visit the official website of Haryana Staff Selection Commission at hssc.gov.in or the Haryana Courts recruitment portal
2. Click on the "Court Clerk Recruitment 2026" notification link on the homepage
3. Read the official notification carefully and check eligibility criteria
4. Click on "Apply Online" or "New Registration" button
5. Complete the registration by providing basic details (name, father's name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID)
6. Note down the Registration ID and Password generated after successful registration
7. Login using Registration ID and Password
8. Fill the online application form with personal details, educational qualifications, category, and district preferences
9. Upload scanned documents: recent photograph (JPG, max 50KB), signature (JPG, max 20KB), educational certificates, domicile certificate, category certificate if applicable
10. Review the filled application form carefully
11. Proceed to payment section and pay the application fee
12. Make payment through online mode (Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI)
13. After successful payment, download and save the application form and fee receipt
14. Take printout of the application form for future reference

Application Fees

Note: Application fee is non-refundable. Fee payment can be made through online mode only.

1. Written Examination (Objective Type): Computer-based objective type examination covering General Awareness, Reasoning, English, Hindi, General Science, Mathematics, and Computer Knowledge. This is the primary screening stage worth 100 marks. Duration is 90 minutes.

1. Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted based on written exam merit will be called for document verification. Original certificates of educational qualification, date of birth, domicile, category certificate, experience certificates (if any) will be verified. Candidates failing to produce valid documents will be disqualified.

1. Typing Test (Skill Test): Qualified candidates must appear for typing test. Candidates can choose between Hindi typing (30 WPM) or English typing (40 WPM) on computer. This is qualifying in nature (pass/fail) and not counted for merit ranking.

1. Final Merit List: Final selection will be based solely on marks obtained in the written examination, subject to qualifying the typing test. Merit list will be prepared category-wise and district-wise based on candidate preferences.

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates may undergo medical examination to ensure fitness for the post before final appointment.

1. Appointment: Candidates clearing all stages will receive appointment letters and be posted to various district courts across Haryana as per vacancy and preference.

Written Examination Pattern

Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) / Online Examination

Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer

Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with four options

Medium: Questions will be bilingual (Hindi & English) except for language sections

Typing Test Pattern

Note: Typing test is qualifying in nature. Candidates need to choose either Hindi or English typing.

General Awareness

• Current Affairs: National and International events
• Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, Modern India, Freedom Struggle
• Indian Geography: Physical, Economic, Social geography of India
• Indian Polity: Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Parliament, Judiciary
• Indian Economy: Economic planning, Budget, Banking, Finance Commission
• Haryana State: History, Geography, Culture, Economy, Politics of Haryana
• Important Days, Books and Authors
• Sports and Games: Major tournaments, awards, famous personalities
• Awards and Honours: Padma Awards, Bharat Ratna, Nobel Prize

Reasoning & Mental Ability

• Analogies and Similarities
• Differences and Classifications
• Series Completion: Number, Letter, Figure series
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense Test
• Logical Venn Diagrams
• Alphabet Test and Number Ranking
• Mathematical Operations and Arrangements
• Data Interpretation
• Problem Solving and Decision Making

English Language

• Grammar: Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Conjunctions
• Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word substitution
• Sentence Correction and Error Spotting
• Fill in the Blanks
• Idioms and Phrases
• Reading Comprehension
• Active and Passive Voice
• Direct and Indirect Speech
• Sentence Rearrangement

Hindi Language

• व्याकरण: संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया
• संधि और समास
• उपसर्ग और प्रत्यय
• पर्यायवाची और विलोम शब्द
• मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
• वाक्य शुद्धिकरण
• रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति
• अनुच्छेद लेखन
• पत्र लेखन

General Science

• Physics: Motion, Force, Energy, Light, Sound, Electricity
• Chemistry: Matter, Atomic Structure, Chemical Reactions, Acids-Bases-Salts
• Biology: Cell, Human Body Systems, Diseases, Nutrition, Genetics
• Environmental Science: Pollution, Ecology, Biodiversity
• Scientific Inventions and Discoveries

Mathematics

• Number System and Simplification
• Percentage and Ratio-Proportion
• Average and Mixture-Alligation
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Profit and Loss
• Time and Work
• Time, Speed and Distance
• Mensuration: Area, Volume, Perimeter
• Data Interpretation: Tables, Bar Graphs, Pie Charts
• Basic Algebra and Geometry

Computer Knowledge

• Computer Fundamentals: Input/Output devices, Hardware, Software
• Operating Systems: Windows, Linux basics
• MS Office: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint
• Internet and Email basics
• Computer Networks and Communication
• Computer Security: Virus, Antivirus, Firewall
• Database Management Systems basics
• Computer Abbreviations and Terminology
• Latest IT developments and Digital India initiatives

Typical / Indicative salary structure for Haryana Court Clerk (as per 7th Pay Commission):

Additional Benefits:

• Medical facilities for self and family
• Contributory Pension Scheme (NPS)
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Gratuity and other retirement benefits
• Annual increment as per rules
• Performance-based promotions

Note: DA percentage varies based on government revision. HRA depends on city classification (X/Y/Z). Actual in-hand salary may vary based on deductions (GPF, NPS, professional tax).

Court Clerks in Haryana Judicial Service enjoy structured career progression opportunities. After 3-5 years of service, clerks can be promoted to Senior Clerk positions through departmental exams or based on seniority-cum-merit. Subsequently, promotions to Head Clerk, Superintendent, and eventually to administrative officer positions in district courts are possible. Additionally, clerks can appear for judicial service examinations (HJS) to become Civil Judges or can apply for other government positions with lateral entry options.

Admit cards for the Haryana Court Clerk written examination will be released approximately 10-15 days before the exam date on the official HSSC website (hssc.gov.in) or the designated recruitment portal. Candidates must login using their registration ID/application number and password to download the admit card. The admit card contains important details including candidate's name, photograph, exam date, time, venue, roll number, and important instructions. No hard copy will be sent by post; candidates must carry a printout of the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Driving License/Voter ID) to the examination centre.

The result of the written examination will be declared on the official website within 4-6 weeks after the exam date. Candidates can check their result by entering their roll number or registration ID. The result will display marks obtained, cut-off marks, and qualification status. Category-wise and district-wise merit lists will be published. Qualified candidates will be informed about document verification schedule through the website and registered email/SMS. Final selection list will be published after completion of document verification and typing test, typically 2-3 months after the written exam result.

Typical / Indicative cut-off marks for Haryana Court Clerk examination (out of 100 marks): General category cut-off usually ranges between 65-75 marks depending on difficulty level and number of vacancies. SC category cut-off is typically 55-65 marks, BC-A/BC-B category ranges from 58-68 marks, and EWS category falls between 62-72 marks. Cut-off marks vary district-wise based on vacancy distribution and competition levels. Urban districts like Gurugram and Faridabad tend to have higher cut-offs (70-75 for General) compared to rural districts (65-70 for General). The final cut-off is determined based on normalization of marks across different exam shifts.

North India: Ambala, Karnal, Panipat, Kurukshetra, Yamunanagar, Panchkula, Chandigarh, Rohtak, Jhajjar, Sonipat, Hisar, Fatehabad, Sirsa, Jind, Kaithal, Delhi

South Haryana: Gurugram, Faridabad, Palwal, Mewat (Nuh), Rewari, Mahendragarh, Bhiwani, Charkhi Dadri

Note: Exam centres are established in all district headquarters of Haryana. Candidates can choose their preferred exam city during online application. However, final allotment of exam centre is at the discretion of the examination conducting authority. Candidates appearing from outside Haryana may be accommodated in nearby border cities subject to availability.