HSSC CET Group C Recruitment 2026

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) conducts the Common Eligibility Test (CET) for Group C posts across various departments in Haryana state. This recruitment drive for 2026 aims to fill 1,238 Group C vacancies in departments including banking, revenue, education, and public administration. Group C posts typically include clerical positions, junior assistants, data entry operators, and other ministerial staff roles. Candidates qualifying the CET become eligible for appointment to various Group C positions based on their rank and preference. The HSSC CET provides a single gateway examination for multiple Group C recruitment processes, reducing the need for candidates to appear in separate exams for different departments. This is a state-level recruitment for Haryana domicile candidates seeking stable government employment with competitive pay scales and benefits.

Typical / Indicative Timeline

Typical / Indicative Vacancy Distribution

Educational Qualification

• Minimum: 10+2 (Senior Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized Board
• Preferred: Graduation in any discipline for certain posts
• Additional: Computer knowledge (typing speed of 30 wpm in English or Hindi for clerical posts)
• Language: Knowledge of Hindi and Punjabi at matriculation level
• Candidates must possess valid educational certificates at the time of application

Age Limit

Age as on January 1, 2026:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Must be domiciled in Haryana state (Haryana bonafide certificate required)
• Valid Haryana residence proof documents mandatory at document verification stage

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official HSSC website at hssc.gov.in
2. Click on "Online Application" link on the homepage and select "CET Group C 2026"
3. Register as a new user with valid mobile number and email ID to receive OTP
4. Complete the registration form with basic details and create login credentials
5. Login with generated credentials and fill the detailed application form
6. Upload scanned documents: photograph (50 KB, JPG format), signature (20 KB), educational certificates (100 KB PDF)
7. Select examination centre preference from available districts
8. Pay the application fee through online mode (debit card/credit card/net banking/UPI)
9. Submit the application form and save the registration number
10. Download and print the application form for future reference

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online only (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI)

Note: Application fees are non-refundable under any circumstances.

The HSSC CET Group C selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Common Eligibility Test (CET): Single-stage objective type written examination covering general knowledge, reasoning, mathematics, science, English, and Hindi. This test determines the basic eligibility and merit ranking of candidates.

1. Department-Specific Examination (if applicable): For certain specialized Group C posts, departments may conduct additional skill tests or departmental examinations after CET qualification.

1. Socio-Economic Criteria and Experience (SECE): Additional marks (up to 7.5 marks) awarded based on educational qualifications beyond minimum, experience, sports achievements, and other socio-economic parameters as per Haryana government policy.

1. Document Verification: Candidates called based on merit list must present original certificates including educational qualifications, caste certificate, domicile certificate, experience certificates (if claimed), character certificate, and identity proof.

1. Medical Examination: Shortlisted candidates undergo medical fitness examination as per government standards to ensure they meet physical and mental health requirements for government service.

1. Final Merit List: Prepared based on CET marks, SECE marks, document verification status, and medical fitness, with category-wise reservation applied as per norms.

Common Eligibility Test (CET) Pattern

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

Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer

Qualifying Marks:

• General Category: 40% (40 marks)
• SC/BC/EWS: 32.5% (32.5 marks)
• All categories of Haryana domicile: 32.5% (32.5 marks)

Language: Question paper available in both English and Hindi (bilingual)

General Awareness

• Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, and Modern India, Freedom Movement
• Geography: Indian and World Geography, Physical features, Climate, Resources
• Indian Polity: Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Political System
• Indian Economy: Economic planning, Budget, Banking, Major economic terms
• Current Affairs: National and International events of last 12 months
• Haryana Specific: History, Geography, Culture, Economy, Politics of Haryana
• Sports: Major tournaments, awards, famous personalities
• Books and Authors, Important Days and Dates

Reasoning and Mental Ability

• Analogies and Similarities
• Differences and Classification
• Series Completion: Number, Letter, Figure series
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense Test
• Logical Venn Diagrams
• Alphabet and Number Test
• Mathematical Operations and Puzzle Test
• Syllogism and Statement-Conclusion

Mathematics (Class 10 Level)

• Number Systems: HCF, LCM, Fractions, Decimals
• Percentage, Profit and Loss
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Ratio and Proportion
• Time and Work
• Time, Speed and Distance
• Average, Mixture and Alligation
• Mensuration: Area, Volume, Perimeter
• Algebra: Linear equations, Quadratic equations
• Geometry and Trigonometry basics

Science (Class 10 Level)

Physics:

• Motion, Force, Laws of Motion
• Work, Energy and Power
• Light and Reflection, Refraction
• Electricity and Magnetism
• Sound and Wave Motion

Chemistry:

• Matter and its states
• Atomic structure, Chemical bonding
• Acids, Bases and Salts
• Metals and Non-metals
• Carbon compounds

Biology:

• Cell structure and functions
• Human body systems (Digestive, Respiratory, Circulatory)
• Reproduction and Heredity
• Diseases and immunity
• Ecosystem and Environment

English Language

• Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word substitution
• Grammar: Parts of speech, Tenses, Articles, Prepositions
• Sentence structure: Active-Passive voice, Direct-Indirect speech
• Reading Comprehension
• Error detection and sentence correction
• Idioms and Phrases
• Fill in the blanks

Hindi Language (हिंदी भाषा)

• शब्दावली: पर्यायवाची, विलोम शब्द
• व्याकरण: संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया
• वाक्य संरचना और वाक्य शुद्धि
• मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
• संधि, समास, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
• अपठित गद्यांश (Reading Comprehension)
• रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति

Typical / Indicative Salary Structure for HSSC Group C Posts

Additional Benefits:

• Provident Fund (GPF/NPS contribution)
• Medical facilities for self and dependents
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Gratuity and Pension benefits
• Annual increment: 3% of basic pay
• Festive advance and other welfare schemes

HSSC Group C employees have structured promotion opportunities within the Haryana government service. After 5-8 years of satisfactory service, Group C employees can be promoted to senior Group C positions or supervisory roles with pay scale progression from Level 2/3 to Level 5/6. With experience and departmental examinations, employees can reach positions like Head Clerk, Section Officer, or equivalent posts. Further career advancement to Group B (gazetted) positions is possible through limited departmental competitive examinations or by acquiring additional qualifications, offering long-term growth prospects within the state government framework.

HSSC releases admit cards approximately 10-15 days before the examination date on the official website hssc.gov.in. Candidates must login to the candidate portal using their registration number and password/date of birth to download the admit card. The admit card contains important details including candidate's name, roll number, examination centre address, date and time of exam, and instructions. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar card, Voter ID, Driving License, or Passport) to the examination centre. No candidate will be allowed to appear in the exam without a valid admit card.

HSSC declares the CET Group C result within 4-6 weeks after the examination on the official website. The result includes candidate-wise scores, category-wise cutoff marks, and the provisional merit list. Candidates can check their result by entering their registration number and date of birth on the result portal. The commission also publishes answer keys before the final result for candidate objections. Final merit lists are prepared after considering all objections, and candidates are called for document verification based on their rank and available vacancies. Result-related updates are also sent via SMS and email to registered mobile numbers and email addresses.

Typical / Indicative Cutoff Marks for HSSC CET Group C:

Historically, the qualifying cutoff ranges from 40-55 marks out of 100 for General category candidates, 32-45 marks for SC/BC categories, and 32-42 marks for EWS candidates. The actual cutoff varies based on exam difficulty, number of vacancies, and number of applicants. For final selection, candidates typically need to score 60-75 marks (General), 50-60 marks (BC/EWS), and 45-55 marks (SC/ST) to secure a position in the merit list. Urban district posts generally have higher cutoffs compared to rural district postings. Cutoffs are declared separately for each category and may vary slightly across different departments within Group C.

HSSC conducts CET Group C examination at centres across Haryana state and neighbouring regions:

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

Neighbouring Regions (if capacity permits): Chandigarh, Delhi NCR region

Candidates can select their preferred examination centre during the application process from the available options. The commission reserves the right to add, delete, or change examination centres based on the number of applicants and logistical requirements. Centre allotment is generally based on candidate preference subject to availability, and candidates are advised to select centres within Haryana for assured allotment.