The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has rolled out substantial recruitment notifications for Group C positions in 2026 under Advertisements 02/2026 and 04/2026. A massive pool of 7,339 vacancies has been detailed across various state departments, covering diverse roles like Junior Engineers, Supervisors, Draftsmen, Staff Nurses, and Forest Guards.
The key notification details, structured eligibility requirements, and the multi-layered selection process are outlined below.
1. Notification Summary & Key Dates
The application window initially opened in February 2026 and was subsequently reopened briefly in March 2026. Phase II and Mains examination dates are currently slated to be announced by the commission soon.
| Element | Details |
| Recruiting Body | Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) |
| Advt Numbers | Advt No. 02/2026 (3,142 Posts) & Advt No. 04/2026 (4,227 Posts) |
| Total Vacancies | 7,339 Posts |
| Exam Level | State-level (Haryana) |
| Official Website | hssc.gov.in |
2. Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Group C recruitment cycle, candidates must fulfill three core criteria:
A. Core Educational Qualifications
- Basic Requirement: Minimum of 10+2 (Class 12th pass) from a recognized educational board.
- Language Mandate: Candidates must have studied Hindi or Sanskrit as a subject up to Matriculation (Class 10).
- Post-Specific Extras: Many specialized roles carry distinct professional technical requirements:
- Junior Engineers: A 3-year Diploma or B.E./B.Tech in the respective engineering branch (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical).
- Medical Staff (Staff Nurse/MPHW): Relevant degree/diploma in Nursing or Pharmacy.
- Draftsmen / Mechanics: Respective ITI certificates or specialized diplomas.
B. Age Limit & Relaxations
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
- Age Relaxation: SC, BC, and Unmarried Women/Widows receive upper age limit relaxations (typically 5 years, extending up to 47 years for specific vulnerable categories).
C. The Golden Rule: CET Score
Mandatory Prerequisite: Only candidates who have already appeared for and successfully qualified the Haryana Common Eligibility Test (CET) Phase I (Group C) are eligible to apply for these Mains vacancies.
3. The Selection Process
The commission utilizes a structured, multi-stage filtration process to fill the vacant vacancies.
1.CET Phase I Screening:Completed.
The foundational shortlisting stage. Candidates must score at least 50% (General category) or 40% (Reserved categories) to hold a valid CET Group C scorecard.
2.HSSC Group C Mains Written Exam:100 MCQs | 1 Hour 45 Mins.
Eligible candidates are called up to 10 times the number of vacant posts. This offline, OMR-based written exam features 100 post-specific and general aptitude questions. There is no negative marking.
3.Physical / Skill Tests:Post-Specific Only.
Candidates opting for physical roles (like Forest Guards or Constables) undergo a Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Screening Test (PST). Technical roles like Stenographers undergo specialized trade/skill tests.
4.Socio-Economic Criteria Weightage:State-Specific Verification.
Additional evaluation marks are accounted for based on state socio-economic criteria guidelines (e.g., family income brackets, no family member in government service, orphan status).
5.Document Verification & Medical Exam:Final Hurdles.
Original academic credentials, identity certificates, and Haryana domicile documents are systematically verified, followed by a routine fitness evaluation by an authorized medical board.
