HSSC CET Phase-II Group C Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1,238 Vacancies

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has officially released the HSSC CET Phase-II Group C Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advertisement No. 06/2026). The recruitment drive offers a golden opportunity for candidates who qualified in the CET Group C Examination 2025 and are seeking government jobs in Haryana. A total of 1,238 Group C vacancies have been announced for posts such as Prison Warder (Male/Female) and Assistant Superintendent Jail (Male/Female).

Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official HSSC portal from 24 June 2026 to 30 June 2026. In this article, candidates can find complete details regarding vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, selection process, physical standards, important dates, and application guidelines.

HSSC CET Phase-II Group C Recruitment 2026: Overview

Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of all important deadlines to avoid missing any stage of the recruitment process.

HSSC CET Phase-II Group C Vacancy 2026

The commission has announced 1,238 vacancies across different posts.

Group 1: Assistant Superintendent Jail

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

• Graduation from a recognized university.
• Hindi or Sanskrit as a subject in Matriculation or higher education.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 27 Years

Reserved category candidates are eligible for age relaxation as per Haryana Government rules.

Group 2: Prison Warder 

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have:

• 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent qualification.
• Hindi or Sanskrit as a subject in Matriculation or higher education.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 25 Years

Age relaxation is applicable for eligible reserved category candidates.

HSSC CET Phase-II Exam Pattern 2026

The HSSC Group C Phase-II examination will be conducted in offline mode.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

Negative Marking Rule

• No negative marking for incorrect answers.
• If a candidate leaves a question unanswered without marking the fifth option (bubble), 1 mark will be deducted.
• Candidates must mark the fifth bubble if they choose not to attempt a question.

HSSC CET Phase-II Selection Process 2026

The selection process includes the following stages:

Stage 1: CET Eligibility

Only candidates who qualified the CET Group C Examination and secured the prescribed CET marks will be considered.

Stage 2: Written Examination

Eligible candidates will appear for the Phase-II written examination.

Stage 3: Physical Measurement Test (PMT)

Applicable for jail-related posts.

Stage 4: Physical Screening Test (PST)

Candidates qualifying PMT will undergo a physical fitness test.

Stage 5: Document Verification

Original documents will be verified before final selection.

Stage 6: Final Merit List

The final merit list will be prepared based on performance in the written examination and other applicable criteria.

Physical Standards for Assistant Superintendent Jail & Prison Warder

Male Candidates Height

• General Category: 170 cm
• Reserved Category: 168 cm Chest
• General: 83 cm (Unexpanded), 87 cm (Expanded)
• Reserved: 81 cm (Unexpanded), 85 cm (Expanded)

Physical Efficiency Test

Female Candidates Height

• General Category: 158 cm
• Reserved Category: 156 cm

Physical Efficiency Test

HSSC CET Phase-II Syllabus 2026

The examination syllabus broadly includes:

General Awareness

• Current Affairs
• Indian History
• Haryana History
• Geography
• Culture
• Environment
• Civics

Reasoning Ability

• Analogies
• Coding-Decoding
• Series
• Syllogism
• Logical Reasoning

Quantitative Aptitude

• Percentage
• Ratio and Proportion
• Profit and Loss
• Time and Work
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Geometry
• Trigonometry

Computer Knowledge

• MS Word
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• Internet
• Email
• Computer Fundamentals

Hindi & English Language

• Grammar
• Comprehension
• Vocabulary
• Official Terminology

Subject-Specific Topics

The subject-related portion carries the highest weightage and varies according to the post.

Documents Required for HSSC Group C Application Form

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying:

• Educational Certificates
• Matriculation Certificate
• Recent Passport Size Photograph
• Signature
• Haryana Domicile Certificate
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• ESM Certificate (if applicable)
• Undertaking Form (Annexure-V)

How to Apply for HSSC CET Phase-II Group C Recruitment 2026?

Follow these steps to complete the application process:

1. Visit the official HSSC recruitment portal.
2. Click on the HSSC CET Phase-II Group C Recruitment 2026 link.
3. Log in using your CET credentials.
4. Fill in the application form carefully.
5. Upload all required documents.
6. Select post preferences.
7. Review all details.
8. Submit the application form.
9. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Key Points Candidates Must Remember

• No application fee is required.
• Applications submitted after 30 June 2026 will not be accepted.
• Post preferences cannot be modified after final submission.
• Only uploaded documents will be considered during verification.
• Multiple applications for the same post may lead to rejection.
• Mobile phones and electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited inside examination centres.

Final Words

The HSSC CET Phase-II Group C Recruitment 2026 presents an excellent opportunity for Haryana government job aspirants, especially candidates who have already qualified the CET examination. With more than 1,200 vacancies, the recruitment drive offers significant chances for selection in the Jail Department of Haryana. Candidates should complete their applications well before the deadline and begin focused preparation according to the latest syllabus and exam pattern.

Regularly checking official notifications and preparing strategically can improve the chances of success in this highly competitive recruitment process.