The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has officially released the HSSC Group C Mains Exam Notification 2026 inviting online applications for 3112 Group C posts in various departments of the Haryana Government. This recruitment notification is issued under Advertisement No. 02/2026 and is conducted strictly in accordance with the Common Eligibility Test (CET) policy for Group C posts.
Candidates who have successfully qualified the CET examination and meet the prescribed educational qualifications are eligible to apply for the HSSC Group C Mains Recruitment 2026. The recruitment process aims to fill technical as well as non-technical posts across multiple government departments in Haryana. Interested and eligible candidates must apply only through online mode via the official HSSC recruitment portal.
The online application process will commence on 02 February 2026 and will remain open till 15 February 2026 (11:59 PM). Applications submitted after the closing date or through any other mode will be rejected. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying.
HSSC Group C Recruitment 2026 – Overview
The Haryana Staff Selection Commission is the authorized recruiting body for Group C Mains posts. A total of 3112 vacancies have been notified under this recruitment. Selected candidates will be appointed in various Haryana Government departments and will receive salary under Fixed Pay Levels (FPL-2 to FPL-6) as per government rules.
Recruiting Authority: Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC)
Post Name: Various Group C Mains Posts
Total Vacancies: 3112
Advertisement Number: 02/2026
Job Location: Haryana
Application Mode: Online
Salary: Fixed Pay Level (FPL-2 to FPL-6)
Official Website: www.hssc.gov.in
HSSC Group C Vacancy Details 2026
The HSSC Group C Mains Recruitment 2026 includes a wide range of posts grouped across multiple categories. Major posts include Forester, Draftsman, Assistant Draftsman, Tracer, Network Assistant, Technician, Operator, Mechanic, Plant Operator, Fitter, Technical Assistant, Assistant Archaeologist, Assistant Archivist, and Motor Vehicle Inspector.
Vacancies are distributed across engineering, mechanical, electrical, electronics, transport, archaeology, and other technical departments. The commission reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies depending on administrative requirements.
Educational Qualification for HSSC Group C Posts
Candidates must have Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects in Matric or higher education, which is mandatory for all posts.
Post-wise Qualification Criteria
- Forester: 10+2 with Science/General Science and fulfillment of prescribed physical standards
- Draftsman (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical): Matric with Diploma in relevant engineering discipline or certified draftsmanship course
- Electronics Posts: Diploma or Degree in Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Mechanic / Operator / Fitter Posts: Matric with ITI certificate in the relevant trade
- Motor Vehicle Inspector: Diploma in Automobile or Mechanical Engineering with valid driving license and experience
- Archaeological Posts: Master’s Degree in Archaeology, Ancient Indian History, or Medieval Indian History with Postgraduate Diploma in Archaeology
Candidates should refer to the official notification PDF for detailed post-wise eligibility.
HSSC Group C Age Limit 2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years (as on 15 February 2026)
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation is applicable as per Haryana Government rules:
- Scheduled Caste / BC-A / BC-B: 5 Years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities: 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: Length of military service plus 3 Years
- Unmarried / Widowed / Legally Divorced Women: 5 Years
The upper age limit shall not exceed 52 years, except for Ex-Servicemen.
HSSC Group C Important Dates 2026
- Notification Release Date: 09 January 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 02 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 15 February 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Admit Card Release Date: To be notified
- Date of Examination: To be notified
All important updates will be published only on the official HSSC website.
HSSC Group C Application Fee
There is no application fee for any category of candidates. All eligible applicants can apply for the HSSC Group C Mains Recruitment 2026 free of cost.
HSSC Group C Selection Process 2026
The selection process will be carried out strictly as per the Haryana CET Group C policy.
- Candidates must have qualified the CET examination
- Shortlisting of candidates up to 10 times the number of vacancies
- Offline Written Examination (OMR Based)
- Total Questions: 100 MCQs
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 1 Hour 45 Minutes
- No negative marking for wrong answers
- One mark deducted for unattempted questions
- Minimum Qualifying Marks
- General Category: 50%
- Reserved Category: 40%
- Final selection will be based on merit-cum-preference
HSSC Group C Salary Structure
Candidates selected under HSSC Group C Mains Recruitment 2026 will be paid according to Fixed Pay Levels (FPL-2 to FPL-6) based on the post. Salary and allowances will be governed by Haryana Government rules and the 7th Pay Commission recommendations.
How to Apply Online for Mains 2026
- Visit the official application portal
- Login using your CET Registration Number
- Fill in the Detailed Application Form carefully
- Upload required documents including:
- Educational qualification certificates
- Recent photograph and signature
- Aadhaar card
- Category certificates (if applicable)
- Select post preferences carefully as they cannot be changed later
- Submit the application before the last date
- Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference
HSSC Group C Mains 2026 Important Link
FAQs – HSSC Group C Mains Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are released in HSSC Group C Mains 2026?
3112 vacancies.
Q2. Is CET qualification mandatory?
Yes, CET qualification is compulsory.
Q3. What is the last date to apply online?
15 February 2026.
Q4. Is there any application fee?
No, the application is free for all categories.
Q5. What is the age limit for HSSC Group C?
18 to 42 years.
Q6. Is there negative marking in the exam?
No negative marking, but 1 mark is deducted for unattempted questions.
Q7. Exam mode is online or offline?
Offline (OMR based).
Q8. What is the exam duration?
1 hour 45 minutes.
Q9. Salary is based on which pay level?
Fixed Pay Level (FPL-2 to FPL-6).
Q10. Where can I apply for HSSC Group C Mains 2026?
Through the official HSSC website.