Preparing for the Haryana CET 2026 is a critical step for aspirants seeking government employment under the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC). As the primary recruitment gateway for Group C and D posts, understanding the exam structure and syllabus is essential for success.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) |
| Exam | Haryana CET Exam 2026 |
| Posts | Group C & D posts |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR-based) written examination |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions |
| No. of Questions | 100 |
| Duration | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| Negative Marking | No Negative Marking |
| Official website | www.hssc.gov.in |
Exam Pattern Structure
The HSSC CET consists of 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) where each question carries one mark. The exam is conducted in a bilingual format (English and Hindi). It is important to note that while there is no negative marking for incorrect answers, candidates must fill the fifth circle on the OMR sheet for any unattempted question to avoid a penalty deduction of 1 mark.
Haryana CET Group D Exam Pattern Structure
- Reasoning: 10 questions, 10 marks
- Hindi: 10 questions, 10 marks
- Quantitative Ability: 15 questions, 15 marks
- General Science: 15 questions, 15 marks
- General Awareness: 15 questions, 15 marks
- English: 10 questions, 10 marks
- Haryana General Knowledge: 25 questions, 25 marks
| Subjects/Sections | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 10 | 10 | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| Hindi | 10 | 10 | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| Quantitative Ability | 15 | 15 | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| General Science | 15 | 15 | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| English | 10 | 10 | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| Haryana General Knowledge | 25 | 25 | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 hour 45 minutes |
Haryana CET Group C Exam Pattern Structure
- General Knowledge + Computer: 15 questions, 15 marks (11+4)
- Reasoning: 15 questions, 15 marks
- Maths: 15 questions, 15 marks
- English: 15 questions, 15 marks
- Hindi: 15 questions, 15 marks
- Haryana General Knowledge: 25 questions, 25 marks
Subject-Wise Preparation Resources
To excel, focus on the core syllabus areas linked below:
- HSSC Group D Recruitment 2026 Notification Released – Click Here to View
- Current Affairs for General Awareness.
- India and its neighbouring countries.
- Important days for General Awareness.
- Polity for Haryana GK.
- English Grammar: One word substitution, Antonyms, Grammar, Tenses, and Idioms and phrases.
- Computer: Input-Output devices and Shortcut Keys.
Next Steps for Candidates
After reviewing the pattern, ensure you monitor the official website. Once the notification is live, candidates should prepare for the admit card download process and plan travel accordingly. Ensure you meet the minimum qualifying criteria: 50% for the General category and 40% for reserved category (vertical and horizontal) candidates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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