HSSC CET Group D Recruitment 2026

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) conducts the Common Eligibility Test (CET) for Group D recruitment across various government departments in Haryana. This examination serves as a qualifying test for candidates seeking Group D posts in state government offices, departments, boards, and corporations. Group D positions typically include peons, helpers, sweepers, watchmen, gardeners, and other similar support staff roles. The CET Group D 2026 is expected to open recruitment for multiple vacancies across different Haryana government departments. Candidates qualifying this exam will be eligible for further selection processes conducted by respective recruiting departments. The HSSC CET acts as a gateway examination, creating a pool of eligible candidates from which departments can select based on their specific requirements and subsequent selection procedures.

Typical / Indicative Timeline

Typical / Indicative Vacancy Distribution

Note: Actual vacancies vary based on departmental requirements and are announced in the official notification.

Educational Qualification

• Minimum Qualification: 10th pass (Matriculation) from a recognized Board
• Candidates awaiting results are not eligible to apply
• Candidates must possess valid educational certificates from Haryana Board or equivalent recognized board
• Original certificates must be produced during document verification

Age Limit

Age as on closing date of application:

Age Relaxation:

• SC/BC candidates of Haryana: 5 years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per government norms
• Disabled persons: 10 years
• Women candidates: Additional 5 years in maximum age

Nationality

• Must be a citizen of India
• Preferential treatment given to Haryana domicile candidates as per state reservation policy
• Valid domicile certificate of Haryana required for claiming state reservations

1. Visit the official HSSC website at hssc.gov.in
2. Click on the "Apply Online" link for CET Group D Recruitment 2026
3. Click on "New Registration" if you are a first-time user
4. Fill in basic details like name, father's name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number
5. Note down the Registration ID and Password generated after successful registration
6. Login using Registration ID and Password
7. Fill the complete application form with personal details, educational qualifications, category, and other required information
8. Upload scanned copies of recent photograph (20-50 KB, JPG format), signature (10-30 KB, JPG format), and relevant certificates as per specifications
9. Preview the filled application form and verify all details carefully
10. Proceed to fee payment section and select payment mode (online/offline)
11. Pay the application fee through Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking/Challan
12. After successful payment, submit the application form
13. Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference
14. Keep the payment receipt/transaction ID safely

Application Fees

Plus applicable payment gateway charges

1. Common Eligibility Test (CET): Computer-based objective type written examination covering General Awareness, Reasoning, Mathematics, Science, English, and Hindi. This is a qualifying examination with marks valid for specific period.

1. Socio-Economic Criteria and Experience Marks: Candidates may be awarded additional marks based on socio-economic criteria as per Haryana government policies including family income, education of parents, and rural/urban background.

1. Document Verification: Candidates qualifying CET and meeting cutoff marks will be called for document verification. Original certificates including educational qualifications, category certificates, domicile, date of birth proof must be presented.

1. Department-Specific Selection: Departments requiring Group D staff will conduct further selection from the pool of CET-qualified candidates. This may include additional tests, physical standards verification, or skill tests as per departmental requirements.

1. Medical Examination: Finally selected candidates must undergo medical examination to certify physical and mental fitness for the post as per government medical standards.

1. Final Merit List: Ultimate selection based on CET marks, socio-economic criteria marks, and departmental selection process. Merit list prepared category-wise and reservation norms applied.

CET Group D Exam Pattern

Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)

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

Language: Questions available in Hindi and English (except language-specific sections)

Qualifying Marks: As per category-wise cutoff determined by HSSC

General Awareness

• Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, Modern India, Freedom Struggle
• Indian Polity and Constitution: Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Union and State Government
• Geography: Physical, Economic, and Social Geography of India and Haryana
• Indian Economy: Economic Development, Budget, Banking, Five-Year Plans
• General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics
• Current Affairs: National and International events, Sports, Awards

Reasoning and Mental Ability

• Analogies and Similarities
• Differences and Classifications
• Series Completion: Number, Alphabet, Figural
• Coding and Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense and Distance
• Logical Venn Diagrams
• Alphabet and Number Tests
• Mathematical Operations and Puzzles

Mathematics

• Number System: HCF, LCM, Fractions, Decimals
• Percentages and Profit-Loss
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Ratio and Proportion
• Average, Time and Work
• Time, Speed, and Distance
• Mensuration: Area and Volume
• Basic Algebra and Geometry

Science

• Physics: Motion, Force, Energy, Light, Sound, Electricity
• Chemistry: Matter, Elements, Compounds, Acids-Bases, Metals-Non-metals
• Biology: Cell, Human Body Systems, Diseases, Nutrition, Plant Kingdom
• Environmental Science and Ecology

English Language

• Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word Substitution
• Grammar: Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Voice, Narration
• Sentence Correction and Error Detection
• Comprehension Passages
• Fill in the Blanks
• Idioms and Phrases

Hindi Language

• व्याकरण: संधि, समास, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
• पर्यायवाची और विलोम शब्द
• मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
• वाक्य शुद्धिकरण
• रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति
• अपठित गद्यांश

Haryana Specific Knowledge

• History and Culture of Haryana
• Geography and Economy of Haryana
• Major Personalities from Haryana
• Important Places and Tourism
• Government Schemes and Policies
• Current Affairs related to Haryana
• Folk Songs, Festivals, and Traditions

Socio-Economic Criteria (Self-Declaration Based)

• Family Annual Income criteria
• Educational qualification of parents
• Rural/Urban residential background
• Single Girl Child status
• Participation in sports at state/national level
• NCC/NSS/Scouts participation

Typical / Indicative Salary Structure for HSSC Group D Posts

Additional Benefits:

• Annual Increment as per government norms
• General Provident Fund (GPF) and Pension benefits
• Medical facilities for self and family
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Festival Advance and other welfare schemes
• Group Insurance coverage

Note: DA rates revised quarterly as per Central Government rates. Actual salary may vary based on posting location and government revisions.

Group D employees in Haryana government can expect career progression through departmental promotions and internal examinations. After completing stipulated years of service (typically 5-8 years) and meeting performance criteria, employees may be promoted to Group C positions with increased pay scales and responsibilities. Additionally, employees can appear for departmental promotion exams and skill upgradation programs to advance to clerical, supervisory, or technical positions within their departments, leading to pay level increases and better designation.

The HSSC CET Group D admit card is typically released 10-15 days before the scheduled examination date on the official HSSC website. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging into their application account using registration ID and password or date of birth. The admit card contains crucial details including candidate's name, photograph, examination center address, reporting time, exam date and shift, important instructions, and roll number. Candidates must carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhar card, Voter ID, Driving License, or Passport) to the examination center for entry.

The HSSC CET Group D result is typically declared 6-8 weeks after the examination date on the official HSSC website at hssc.gov.in. Results are published as a PDF merit list containing roll numbers and marks of qualified candidates category-wise. Candidates can check their individual scorecard by logging into their application account. The result includes raw marks, normalized marks (if applicable), and qualifying status. Shortlisted candidates are then called for document verification, and the final merit list is prepared after verification and application of socio-economic criteria marks.

Typical / Indicative Cutoff Trends: The HSSC CET Group D cutoff marks typically range between 35-55 marks out of 100 depending on category and competition level. General category candidates usually require 45-55 marks to qualify, while SC/BC candidates need approximately 35-45 marks. The cutoff varies significantly based on total number of applicants, difficulty level of examination, and available vacancies. Category-wise cutoffs are declared separately, with reserved categories having lower qualifying marks. Previous year trends show cutoffs fluctuating by 3-5 marks based on exam difficulty and normalization applied.

Exam Centers across Haryana and Neighboring States:

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

Neighboring States (Additional Centers): Chandigarh, Delhi, Patiala (Punjab), Dehradun (Uttarakhand)

Candidates can select preferred examination city during application. Final center allotment depends on availability and is mentioned on the admit card. HSSC reserves the right to add/remove centers based on candidate response.