HSSC CET Group C Recruitment 2026

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) conducts the Common Eligibility Test (CET) for Group C posts across various government departments in Haryana. This recruitment for 2026 aims to fill 1,238 vacancies in clerical, ministerial, and other Group C cadre positions. The CET serves as a screening test, and candidates qualifying this exam become eligible for further selection processes conducted by respective departments. Group C posts typically include positions like Clerks, Data Entry Operators, Assistants, and similar administrative roles across departments including Revenue, Education, Health, and other state government offices. The exam is conducted in online mode and follows a computer-based test pattern. HSSC is the primary recruitment body for non-gazetted posts in Haryana state government.

Important Dates (Typical / Indicative)

Vacancy Distribution (Typical / Indicative)

Educational Qualification

• Minimum: 10+2 (Senior Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized Board
• Computer Knowledge: Basic computer knowledge required (usually tested through a separate computer knowledge test)
• Specific posts may require additional qualifications as per department requirements
• Candidates must possess valid educational certificates at the time of application

Age Limit

Age as on: 01 January 2026 (Typical)

Age Relaxation:

• 5 years for SC/BC candidates of Haryana
• 5 years for Female candidates
• 10 years for Physically Handicapped candidates
• Relaxation is cumulative for candidates falling under multiple categories

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Domicile of Haryana state is mandatory for most categories
• For reserved categories (SC/BC), Haryana domicile certificate is compulsory

How to Apply

1. Visit the official HSSC website at hssc.gov.in
2. Click on "Apply Online" link for HSSC CET Group C Recruitment 2026
3. Register as a new user by providing basic details (Name, Father's Name, DOB, Email, Mobile Number)
4. Verify email and mobile through OTP
5. Login using Registration ID and Password
6. Fill the complete application form with personal, educational, and other required details
7. Upload scanned documents (Photograph, Signature, Educational Certificates, Category Certificate if applicable) in prescribed format (JPG/PDF, size limits specified)
8. Pay application fee through online mode (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI)
9. Submit the application and save/print the confirmation page for future reference
10. Note down the Application/Registration Number for tracking

Application Fee

Note: Fee is non-refundable. Payment gateway charges are additional.

Selection Stages

1. Common Eligibility Test (CET): Computer-based objective type test covering General Awareness, Reasoning, Mathematics, Science, English, and Hindi. This is a screening test with marks valid for one year from result declaration.

1. Socio-Economic Criteria and Experience: Additional marks awarded based on educational qualifications beyond minimum, experience in government/private sector, sports achievements, and other specified criteria as per HSSC guidelines.

1. Department-Specific Tests: After qualifying CET, candidates may be called for department-specific skill tests, typing tests, or computer proficiency tests depending on the post applied for.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must appear for document verification with original certificates including educational qualifications, age proof, category certificates, domicile certificate, and other relevant documents.

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates undergo medical fitness examination as per government standards to ensure they meet the physical and mental fitness requirements for the post.

1. Final Merit List: Final selection is based on combined marks of CET, socio-economic criteria, and performance in department-specific tests, subject to document verification and medical fitness.

CET Exam Pattern (Typical / Indicative)

Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks (1/4th) deducted for each incorrect answer.

Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (Online)

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

Language: Questions in Hindi and English (except Hindi and English sections)

Detailed Syllabus

General Awareness & Haryana GK

• History of Haryana - formation, major events, freedom fighters
• Geography of Haryana - rivers, soil, climate, districts
• Haryana Government schemes and initiatives
• Art, culture, literature, and traditions of Haryana
• Sports and sports personalities from Haryana
• Current affairs related to Haryana state
• Important facts about Haryana economy and agriculture

Reasoning and General Intelligence

• Analogies and similarities
• Differences and classifications
• Series completion (number, letter, figure)
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood relations
• Direction sense and distance
• Logical Venn diagrams
• Syllogism and statements
• Verbal and non-verbal reasoning
• Problem-solving and decision-making

Mathematics (10th Standard)

• Number system and simplification
• Percentage, Profit & Loss
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Time and Work
• Time, Speed and Distance
• Average, Ratio and Proportion
• Mensuration (Area, Volume)
• Algebra - basic equations
• Geometry - triangles, circles
• Data Interpretation - tables, graphs, charts

Science (10th Standard)

• Physics: Motion, Force, Energy, Light, Sound, Electricity
• Chemistry: Matter, Elements, Compounds, Acids-Bases-Salts, Metals-Non metals
• Biology: Cell structure, Human body systems, Nutrition, Diseases, Heredity
• Environmental Science and Ecology
• Recent scientific developments

English

• Grammar - Tenses, Articles, Prepositions
• Vocabulary - Synonyms, Antonyms
• Sentence correction and improvement
• Fill in the blanks
• Comprehension passages
• Idioms and phrases

Hindi

• व्याकरण - संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया
• समास, संधि, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
• पर्यायवाची, विलोम शब्द
• मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
• वाक्य शुद्धिकरण
• गद्यांश और काव्यांश

Current Affairs

• National and International events (last 6-12 months)
• Awards and Honours
• Sports events and winners
• Books and Authors
• Important days and dates
• Government policies and schemes
• Economic developments

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative as per 7th Pay Commission)

Additional Benefits:

• Medical facilities for self and family
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Pension benefits under National Pension System (NPS)
• General Provident Fund (GPF) contributions
• Festival advance and other government allowances
• Annual increment of approximately 3% of basic pay

Group C employees in Haryana government can expect steady career progression through departmental promotion committees. After completing 8-10 years of service with satisfactory performance, clerks can be promoted to Senior Clerk and subsequently to Head Clerk or Superintendent positions (Group B). Further promotion to Group A posts is also possible through departmental examinations and merit-based selections, with typical career span reaching up to 35-40 years until retirement at age 60-62.

Admit cards for HSSC CET Group C examination are released approximately 7-10 days before the exam date on the official HSSC website. Candidates must login using their Registration ID/Application Number and Date of Birth to download the admit card. The admit card contains important details including candidate's name, photograph, exam centre address, reporting time, and exam instructions. No postal copies are sent; candidates must carry a printed copy along with valid photo ID proof to the examination centre.

HSSC declares CET results typically within 8-10 weeks after the examination date on the official website hssc.gov.in. Results are published as PDF documents containing roll numbers of qualified candidates along with their scores. Category-wise merit lists are prepared separately. Candidates can check their individual scorecard by logging into their account. Qualified candidates' details are shared with respective departments for further recruitment processes, and the CET score remains valid for one year from the date of result declaration.

HSSC CET Group C cutoff marks vary by category and typically range between 35-50% for reserved categories and 50-65% for general category candidates. The cutoff depends on factors like difficulty level, number of vacancies, and total candidates appeared. In recent exams, General category cutoff has been around 70-80 marks out of 125, SC/BC around 55-65 marks, and EWS around 65-75 marks. District-wise and department-wise variations also exist in final merit determination.

Examination Centres

HSSC CET Group C examination is conducted across various centres in Haryana state and select nearby cities.

Haryana Districts (Primary Centres): Ambala, Bhiwani, Faridabad, Fatehabad, Gurugram, Hisar, Jhajjar, Jind, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Mahendragarh, Nuh, Palwal, Panchkula, Panipat, Rewari, Rohtak, Sirsa, Sonipat, Yamunanagar

Major Cities: Chandigarh, Delhi (for border area candidates)

Note: Candidates can choose their preferred exam centre while filling the application form. Allotment is subject to availability and may be changed by HSSC due to administrative reasons. Candidates should select centres within Haryana state preferably.