The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has published the official notification for the HSSC CET Group D Recruitment 2026 through Advertisement No. 05/2026. Candidates can now fill out the HSSC CET Group D Apply Online through the official registration portal for Haryana Government Jobs 2026. The Common Eligibility Test (CET) is the entrance for recruitment to various Group D posts in the departments of Haryana Government.
This advertisement is a golden opportunity for those candidates who are looking for HSSC CET Group D Matric Pass Jobs. Before filling the application form, interested candidates must check the HSSC CET Group D Eligibility, Educational Qualification, Age Criteria, Reservation Benefits, Application Fee, Selection Process etc.
HSSC CET Group D 2026 Overview
The HSSC CET Group D exam is held to prepare a merit list for recruitment to various Group D posts in different departments of Haryana Government. The examination is very important for those who are aspiring for a stable government job as the selection is done only on the basis of CET marks.
HSSC CET Group D 2026 Important Dates
Notification Release Date: 18 June 2026
Opening Date for Online Registration: 19 June 2026
HSSC CET Group D Last Date to Apply Online: 03 July 2026 (11:59 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment: 06 July 2026 (11:59 PM)
Application Correction Window: 07 July to 09 July 2026
HSSC CET Group D Exam Date: Yet to be announced
HSSC CET Group D Admit Card: To be released separately
The candidates are advised not to wait for the last date and complete the HSSC CET Registration 2026 process well in advance.
HSSC CET Group D Vacancy Details
As per the HSSC CET Group D Recruitment 2026 notification, the exact number of vacancies is not mentioned by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC). As per the official advertisement, the detailed list of posts in Group D and department-wise vacancies will be published separately after the completion of CET registration process. Common Eligibility Test (CET) qualified candidates will be considered for upcoming Haryana Group D vacancies notified by various government departments, boards, corporations and organisations.
Group D Posts List
HSSC will intimate the detailed list of Group D posts separately. These posts usually are jobs in different departments and organisations of Haryana Government.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
The HSSC CET Group D Qualification details are:
• Matriculation from a recognised board.
• Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects up to the Matriculation level.
Thus, the recruitment is suitable for candidates seeking government jobs based on matriculation.
Age Limit
Candidates belonging to the General category can apply between the age of 18 and 42 years. However, the candidates belonging to reserved categories are eligible for age relaxation as per Haryana Government norms.
Age Relaxation
HSSC CET Group D Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules of the Govt. of Haryana. Candidates working on adhoc, contract, work-charged or daily wage basis in Haryana Government departments and fulfilling the eligibility conditions may be given relaxation subject to prescribed conditions.
Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
SC (Scheduled Caste) | 5 Years |
BC-A / BC-B | 5 Years |
PwBD (Group C & D Posts) | 10 Years |
PwBD belonging to SC/BC/EWS | 15 Years (10 + 5 Years) |
Wife of Military Personnel Disabled During Service | 5 Years |
Widowed Women | 5 Years |
Legally Divorced Women | 5 Years |
Judicially Separated Women (living separately for more than 2 years) | 5 Years |
Unmarried Women | 5 Years |
Ex-Servicemen | Military Service Rendered + 3 Years |
Adhoc/Contract/Work-Charged/Daily Wage Employees of Haryana Govt. | Relaxation equal to completed years of service on equivalent post |
Maximum Age After Relaxation:
The Haryana Government has made it clear that in cases where the normal upper age limit is 42 years, the age of candidates getting relaxation (except Ex-Servicemen) cannot be more than 52 years.
Download HSSC CET Group D Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Haryana Domicile Requirements
Reservation benefits for HSSC CET Group D 2026 are available only to the bona fide resident of Haryana State. Candidates applying under reserved categories like DSC, OSC, BCA, BCB, EWS, PwBD, ESP and Ex-Serviceman (ESM) should possess a valid Haryana Bonafide Resident Certificate and apply under the respective reserved category. Candidates belonging to other States / Union Territories are not eligible for Haryana reservation benefits and will be considered only under General (Unreserved) category subject to fulfilment of all other eligibility conditions.
The notification also states that the candidates claiming reservation benefits must upload the Haryana domicile proof along with the application form. Reserved category applicants need to submit a Haryana Bonafide Resident Certificate along with the list of mandatory documents.
Reservation Policy
HSSC CET Group D Reservation policy as per Haryana Government rules.
BCA & BCB Reservation
Candidates applying under HSSC CET Group D BCA Reservation and HSSC CET Group D BCB Reservation categories must have valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued on or after 01 April 2026.
EWS Reservation
The applicants shall have to submit a valid Haryana EWS certificate issued on or after 01 April, 2026 and valid for the relevant financial year for HSSC CET Group D EWS Reservation.
DSC & OSC Reservation
The Scheduled Castes have been categorised by Haryana Government:
• DSC (Deprived Scheduled Caste)
• Other Backward Castes (OBC)
Candidates are required to upload certificates clearly indicating the relevant category.
Ex-Serviceman Reservation
HSSC CET Group D Ex-Serviceman Quota is available as per the Haryana Government instructions. The family members of eligible ex-servicemen can also claim the benefits of reservation on production of the prescribed certificates.
PwBD Reservation
The HSSC CET Group D PwBD Reservation is provided to the eligible Persons with Benchmark Disabilities as per government rules.
HSSC CET Group D Exam Pattern
HSSC CET Group D Exam Pattern is as follows:
• Total Questions: 100 MCQs
• Maximum Marks: 100
• Duration: 1h 45m
• Mode: Offline (Based on OMR)
•Languages: Hindi and English
There is no negative marking for wrong answers. But if the fifth option marked is not the specified one, then each unattempted question will be given one mark less.
Examination Criteria
For recruitment to Group D, the CET score will have 100% weightage.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
General Category: 50%
Reserved Categories: 40%
Examination Centres
The notification does not mention the complete list of cities/centres for examination. The details of the centre shall be informed through the admit card issued by HSSC.
HSSC CET Group D Syllabus
HSSC CET Group D Syllabus is matriculation level and is based on:
General Awareness
Reasoning
Quantitative Ability
English
Hindi
Haryana General Knowledge
Current Affairs
History, Geography, Culture and Environment of Haryana
Selection Process
The HSSC CET Group D Selection Process will have the following Stages:
Common Eligibility Test (CET)
Candidates should have to qualify CET exam and obtain qualifying marks.
Preparation of Merit Lists
The merit list will be prepared based on CET score. The Commission will draw up a short list of candidates for recruitment and further processes.
Document Analysis
The appointing department will review the documents uploaded and verify the original documents before appointment.
Application Fee
Category Wise Fee Details
For fresh candidates applying for Common Eligibility Test (CET), the Haryana Staff Selection Commission has fixed a registration fee of ₹500 (one-time). Candidates who have already registered for CET and paid the fee against the earlier Group C notification are not required to pay the fee again. The fee shall be paid online through the prescribed payment gateway before the last date of fee submission.
Required Documents
The HSSC CET Group D Application Form documents requires:
Matriculation Certificate
Recent Passport Size Photograph
Signature
Haryana Domicile Certificate (where applicable)
Category Certificates
EWS Certificate
PwBD Certificate
Ex-Serviceman Documents
Undertaking Form
Admit Card
The HSSC CET Group D Admit Card will be released separately at the official website before the exam.
Answer Key
HSSC CET Group D Answer Key will be released after conducting the exam. Candidates can file objections on payment of prescribed fee. The final answer key will be released after review.
Result and Merit List
HSSC CET Group D Result will be declared on the basis of final answer key. Selection of candidates will be done on the basis of merit list prepared as per CET marks.
Tie-Breaking Rules
If 2 or more candidates secure equal marks:
1. Preference will be given to older candidate.
2. If age is also same than merit position will be determined on the basis of alphabetical order of first name.
How to Apply Online
Candidates need to follow the below-mentioned steps to complete the HSSC CET Group D Apply Online process:
1. Navigate to the One Time Registration portal.
2. Fill CET registration.
3. Complete the application form carefully.
4. Upload required documents 5.
5. Pay the application fee.
6. Check all details.
7. Complete the application form.
8. Print and save the confirmation page.
Recruitment Process After CET
The HSSC will publish the shortlisted candidates. The candidates will express their willingness for the posts available. Recommendations to departments will be on merit. Final appointment will be issued after the document verification.
Why Apply for Haryana Group D Jobs?
The Haryana Group D Recruitment 2026 includes:
• Government job with stability
•Competitive salary & allowances
• Opportunities for career progression
* Reservation benefits
• Benefits of state government employment
• CET based transparent selection process
Last Date to Apply
The last date to apply online for the HSSC CET Group D is 03 July 2026 and the last date of fee payment is 06 July 2026.
FAQs
Q1. What is HSSC CET Group D 2026?
HSSC CET Group D 2026 is the Common Eligibility Test for recruitment to the Group D posts under the Haryana Government.
Q2. What is the minimum qualification for HSSC CET Group D Recruitment 2026?
Candidate should have passed Matriculation. Candidate should have studied Hindi or Sanskrit up to Matriculation level.
Q3. What is the age limit for HSSC CET Group D?
The age limit is 18 to 42 years.
Q4. What is the selection process?
The selection procedure consists of CET examination, preparation of merit list and verification of documents.
Q5. Is there any reservation for EWS, BCA, BCB, DSC, OSC, Ex-Serviceman and PwBD candidates?
Yes, reservation benefits are available according to Haryana Government rules.
Q6. How can I apply online for HSSC CET Group D 2026?
Candidates can apply themselves online through the official One Time Registration portal and submit the application form before the last date.