HSSC CET Phase-II Group-C Recruitment 2026

HSSC CET Phase-II Group-C Recruitment 2026 – Complete Notification, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Selection Process & Apply Online 

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 04/2026 for Common Eligibility Test (CET) Phase-II for Group-C posts under various Haryana Government Departments, Boards, Corporations, and Commissions. This recruitment drive is one of the largest Group-C hiring processes in Haryana, conducted strictly as per the CET Policy 2024 (amended in 2025) and HSSC Rules 2025.

The CET Phase-II is meant only for candidates who have already qualified CET Phase-I (Group-C). Through this process, eligible candidates will be shortlisted for skill tests and/or written examinations for multiple Group-C posts.

1. Overview of HSSC CET Phase-II Group-C Recruitment 2026

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission conducts the Common Eligibility Test (CET) to streamline Group-C recruitments. CET Phase-II is the post-CET recruitment stage, where candidates indicate their willingness to appear for department-specific examinations.

Key highlights:

• Applicable only to CET Phase-I qualified candidates

• No application fee for any category

• Covers multiple Group-C posts across departments

• Selection based on CET score + skill/written exam

2. Important Dates

As per the notification, the key dates are:

Candidates are advised not to wait for the last date due to heavy traffic on the portal.

3. Application Fee

One of the biggest advantages of this recruitment is:

NO APPLICATION FEE for any category

This applies to:

• General

• SC / ST

• BCA / BCB

• EWS

• PwBD

• Ex-Servicemen

4. Eligibility Criteria

4.1 CET Qualification

Only candidates who have qualified CET Phase-I (Group-C) conducted under Advt. No. 01/2025 are eligible to apply for CET Phase-II.

Without CET qualification, applications will be rejected outright.

4.2 Educational Qualification

• Post-wise minimum essential qualifications are provided in Appendix-A

• Qualifications range from Matriculation, 10+2, Diploma, Graduation, depending on the post

• Equivalent qualifications are considered provisionally, subject to department verification

4.3 Age Limit

Age limits vary by post and department and are detailed in Appendix-A.
General rules:

• Minimum age: 18 years

• Maximum age: As per post

Age Relaxation

Provided as per Haryana Government rules for:

• SC / DSC / OSC

• BCA / BCB

• EWS

• PwBD

• Ex-Servicemen

• Haryana Govt. contractual / ad-hoc employees

5. Group-C Posts Covered

The recruitment covers Group-C posts across multiple departments, including but not limited to:

• Clerical posts

• Technical assistants

• Field staff

• Enforcement & inspection roles

• Departmental support roles

6. Selection Process

The recruitment process follows CET Policy dated 31.12.2024 (amended 11.07.2025).

Step-by-Step Process

1. CET Phase-I qualification

2. Online application for CET Phase-II

3. Shortlisting based on CET score
   (Up to 10 times the number of vacancies)

4. Skill Test and/or Written Examination

5. Final merit list

6. Document verification

7. Departmental appointment

7. Written Examination Pattern

Qualifying Marks

• General Category: 50%

• Reserved Categories: 40%

Negative Marking Rule

• No negative marking for wrong answers

• –1 mark for unattempted questions if the fifth option is not filled

8. Syllabus

The detailed syllabus for all categories is provided in Notification.

Broad areas include:

• General Awareness

• Haryana GK

• Reasoning

• Quantitative Aptitude

• English & Hindi

• Subject-specific knowledge (where applicable)

9. Reservation Policy

Reservation benefits apply only to Haryana domiciles.

Categories include:

• SC (DSC & OSC)

• BCA / BCB (Non-Creamy Layer)

• EWS

• PwBD

• Ex-Servicemen

• Dependents of Freedom Fighters

Certificates must be issued within specified dates, failing which reservation will not be granted.

10. PwBD (Divyangjan) Provisions

Facilities include:

• Scribe facility (as per disability category)

• Compensatory time (20 minutes per hour)

• Separate guidelines for blindness, locomotor disability, multiple disability, etc.

Candidates must upload valid disability certificates and related undertakings.

11. Documents Required

• Educational certificates (from Matric onwards)

• Aadhaar Card

• Photograph & signature

• Haryana domicile certificate

• Category certificates (if applicable)

• Undertaking (Annexure-VIII)

Failure to upload documents will lead to rejection at scrutiny stage.

12. How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official CET Phase-II portal

2. Login using CET Registration Number

3. Fill application form carefully

4. Select post preferences

5. Upload documents

6. Submit application

7. Download and save final printout

No corrections are allowed after final submission.

13. Tie-Breaking Criteria

If two or more candidates score equal marks:

1. Older candidate gets preference

2. Higher CET Phase-I score

3. Other criteria as per rules

14. Reasons for Rejection

Common causes include:

• Multiple applications

• Ineligible qualification

• Over-age / under-age

• Missing documents

• False information

• Non-compliance with CET rules

15. Official Notification & Apply Online

The HSSC CET Phase-II Group-C Recruitment 2026 is a crucial opportunity for CET-qualified candidates to secure permanent Haryana Government jobs. With no application fee, transparent selection, and standardized testing, this recruitment ensures fairness and efficiency.

Candidates are strongly advised to:

• Apply early

• Upload correct documents

• Choose post preferences carefully

• Prepare according to the syllabus

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