HSSC Group C Recruitment 2026: The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has officially released the Group C Mains Exam 2026 notification, announcing 3,112 vacancies across multiple technical and non-technical posts in Haryana government departments. The recruitment includes posts such as Forester, Draftsman, Fitter, Auto/Diesel Mechanic, Plant Operator, and several other roles.
HSSC Group C Recruitment 2026
This recruitment drive is being conducted following the Common Eligibility Test (CET) Group C Phase-I. Only candidates who have qualified the CET are eligible to apply for the Group C Mains examination. As per the notification, online applications will be accepted from February 2 to February 15, 2026 through the official HSSC portal.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must carefully ensure that they meet both educational qualifications and age limits prescribed for the specific post they are applying for. The detailed post-wise eligibility conditions have been outlined in the official notification. Applications of candidates failing to meet the criteria at any stage are liable to be rejected.
HSSC Group C Mains Exam Pattern
The HSSC Group C Mains Exam will be conducted in offline (OMR-based) mode. The examination will consist of:
- Total Questions: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Marks: 100
- Marks per Question: 1
- Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Language: Bilingual (Hindi and English)
- Negative Marking: No negative marking
The paper will test candidates’ subject knowledge based on the specific post applied for. To qualify, candidates must score a minimum of 50% marks for the General category and 40% marks for reserved categories.
Selection Process
The HSSC Group C Recruitment 2026 follows a multi-stage selection process to ensure comprehensive assessment:
- CET Group C Phase-I: Shortlisting based on CET scores
- Group C Mains Examination: Post-specific knowledge assessment
- Skill/Trade Test (if applicable): For posts requiring practical evaluation such as Draftsman, Fitter, Mechanic, or Plant Operator
- Document Verification (DV): Verification of original certificates
- Medical Examination: Final fitness assessment before appointment
Each stage is mandatory, and candidates must meet the minimum qualifying standards to proceed further.
Marking Scheme
The marking scheme is straightforward and uniform:
- All questions carry equal weightage
- No penalty for incorrect answers
- Final merit will be prepared based on performance in the Mains exam and applicable skill tests
With over 3,000 vacancies, the HSSC Group C Recruitment 2026 offers a significant opportunity for CET-qualified candidates seeking stable government jobs in Haryana. Applicants are advised to read the official notification carefully and apply well before the deadline.