The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has released the Common Eligibility Test (CET) 2025 notification for Group C posts. This exam is essential for candidates aspiring to secure government jobs under Group C services in Haryana. The commission has streamlined the selection process through a one-time registration system, allowing candidates to participate in various recruitment cycles without reapplying for every post.
HSSC CET – Important Dates
Applicants must carefully track the key dates associated with the application and examination process. Missing any deadline may result in disqualification from the CET cycle.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | 26 May 2025 |
| CET 2025 Registration Opens | 28 May 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 12 June 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Submission | 14 June 2025 (6:00 PM) |
| Valid Period for Caste/EWS Certificates | 1 April 2025 – 12 June 2025 |
| Valid Period for ESM Eligibility Certificate | Issued after 13 June 2024 |
| Admit Card Availability | To be announced |
| CET 2025 Exam Date | To be announced |
Candidates are encouraged to complete their registration well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Introduction and Registration Process
The Haryana CET serves as a centralized eligibility test for Group C posts across various departments, boards, and corporations in Haryana. The one-time registration model enables applicants to appear in multiple recruitment cycles using a single CET registration ID.
New applicants will be issued a unique CET ID upon successful registration. Those who have already registered for CET 2022 must use their existing CET ID. It is mandatory to register only through the official portal:
https://onetimeregn.haryana.gov.in
Applicants must provide accurate details and upload valid documents. Once submitted, the application cannot be modified.
Minimum Essential Qualification and Syllabus
Eligibility for appearing in the CET 2025 is based on educational qualifications relevant to the applied post. The basic minimum requirement is generally Senior Secondary (10+2) or its equivalent. However, for some posts, matriculation with additional technical or vocational qualifications may also be accepted.
| Qualification Level | Criteria |
|---|---|
| Senior Secondary (10+2) | Required for most Group C posts |
| Matric with Higher/Tech Qualification | Accepted for specific roles as per recruitment rules |
| Appearing Candidates (2025) | Eligible, but must qualify before final selection |
Equivalence to 10+2 is determined strictly by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission based on existing regulations.
Examination Criteria
The CET 2025 will be conducted offline in an OMR-based format. The syllabus and difficulty level are set at the Senior Secondary level, except for language sections such as Hindi and English, which will be based on the Matric level.
| Exam Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Number of Questions | 100 Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Medium | Bilingual (Hindi and English) |
| Exam Duration | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking for incorrect answers; however, 1 mark will be deducted for each unattempted question unless the fifth (unattempted) option is filled correctly |
Applicants are advised to mark unattempted questions by shading the designated fifth circle on the OMR sheet. Failure to do so may result in the deduction of marks.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks Required |
|---|---|
| General | 50% |
| Reserved Categories | 40% |
Candidates scoring below the required percentage will not be considered for shortlisting, even if vacancies remain.
Centre of Examination
The commission will allocate examination centers within Haryana. No request for change in the exam center will be entertained. Candidates must carry valid ID proof and admit card to the exam venue.
Age Criteria and Relaxations
The standard age requirement for CET 2025 is between 18 and 42 years. However, age relaxation is available for eligible categories based on government rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 years |
| Backward Classes (BCA/BCB) | 5 years |
| PwBD (UR) | 10 years |
| PwBD (SC/BC) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per government guidelines |
| Government Employees (Haryana) | Up to 5 years (if not covered in above) |
Applicants claiming age relaxation must upload valid supporting documents. The upper age limit is calculated as of the closing date of the application window.
In some cases, relevant experience may also be considered for relaxation. Experience certificates must be issued by competent authorities and align with the department’s defined criteria.
New Reservation Guidelines for Haryana CET Exam
Reservation benefits are applicable only for candidates who are bonafide residents of Haryana. All claims for reservation must be supported by valid certificates issued within the eligibility window mentioned in the official notification.
BCA and BCB (Non-Creamy Layer)
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Certificate Validity | 1 April 2025 – 12 June 2025 |
| Format | State-prescribed format only |
| Creamy Layer | Not eligible for reservation |
Applicants must ensure that their family income falls below the threshold defined for Non-Creamy Layer status.
Economic Weaker Section (EWS)
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Income Limit | Below ₹8 lakh annually |
| Certificate Format | State government prescribed format only |
| Validity Period | Must be issued between 1 April and application close date |
Certificates issued in the central format or outside the eligibility window will be rejected.
Scheduled Castes: Deprived SC (DSC) and Other SC (OSC)
In accordance with the Haryana government’s revised policy, the Scheduled Caste category has been divided into two sub-groups: Deprived SC (DSC) and Other SC (OSC). Applicants must:
- Declare their sub-category accurately
- Submit relevant caste certificates supporting their claim
Any discrepancy or incorrect information may lead to disqualification.
Ex-Servicemen and Dependents
The reservation for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and their dependents is governed by state policies. Candidates must submit certificates issued by the competent authority.
| Category | Required Document |
|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen | Certificate with service details and discharge |
| Dependent of ESM | Eligibility certificate issued after 13 June 2024 |
| Serving Personnel | No Objection Certificate from employer |
Applicants must ensure the authenticity and accuracy of all service-related documents.
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
The reservation for PwBD candidates follows the guidelines laid out in the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. Disabilities considered for reservation must meet the benchmark standards defined by law.
| Category | Reservation Percentage |
|---|---|
| PwBD (across all categories) | As per Haryana government rules |
Candidates must upload the disability certificate issued by a recognized medical board. Those eligible for scribe assistance or compensatory time must follow the instructions mentioned in the subsequent sections of the notification.
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Assistance to Persons with Disabilities
In accordance with Section 34 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, and the Government of Haryana’s instructions (No. 22/10/2013-1GS III Dated 25.04.2018), benchmark disabilities are categorized for ease of identification and support. Here’s how they are classified in the application/registration form:
- Visual Impairment (VH): Includes blindness and low vision.
- Heard of Hearing (HH): Includes deaf and hard of hearing candidates.
- Ortho (OH): Encompasses locomotor disability including cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims, and muscular dystrophy.
- Multiple Disability (MD): Covers autism, intellectual disability, specific learning disability, mental illness, and multiple disabilities including deaf-blindness.
To ensure accessibility, the following provisions are made for candidates with benchmark disabilities:
Facilities Available
- Candidates with blindness, cerebral palsy, and those affected in both arms (BA) can opt for a scribe without the need to produce a Certificate of Physical Limitation.
- For other benchmark disability categories, a scribe is permitted only upon submission of a valid certificate issued by the Chief Medical Officer/Civil Surgeon/Medical Superintendent of a government healthcare institution. This must confirm the candidate’s physical limitation and necessity of a scribe, as per Annexure-V.
- Whether falling under 6.1 or 6.2, candidates must indicate their scribe requirement during online application and furnish the requisite certificate at the time of examination in the prescribed format (Annexure-VI).
- Scribes should not be more qualified than Matriculation level. They must carry valid ID proof in original, along with a signed copy verified by both the candidate and the scribe.
- Candidates found assisting or being assisted by someone also appearing in the exam as a scribe will face cancellation of their candidature.
- PwBD candidates using a scribe will receive 20 minutes of compensatory time per hour. For a 105-minute exam, this totals an additional 35 minutes.
- No attendant, apart from the approved scribe, will be allowed in the examination hall.
- Candidates must arrange their own scribe and ensure compliance with all related requirements.
Application Fee of Haryana CET Exam
CET Fee Details
The application fee must be paid online using Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card. The category-wise fee structure follows the Government Notification No. 42/119/2019-5HR-II dated 31st December 2024 (refer Appendix A).
- Note 1: Candidates who have already paid the fee at the time of earlier registration can appear in CET once. To reappear and improve scores from the CET 2022 held on 5th–6th November 2022, candidates must pay the fee again.
- Note 2: Fee once submitted is non-refundable under any circumstances.
- Note 3: The Commission is not responsible for failed, pending, or unsuccessful transactions.
Instructions for Submission of Application Form
Applications are to be submitted online only. Offline submissions, or even printed copies of online applications, will not be accepted.
- Prior to submission, candidates must ensure they are registered on the official portal: onetimeregn.haryana.gov.in. Submitting multiple registrations and appearing multiple times in the examination will lead to cancellation of candidature and permanent debarment. An undertaking must be uploaded as per Annexure –VII.
- Apply early—avoid last-minute submissions to prevent technical or transactional issues. Once the application is submitted, no corrections will be permitted. Requests for changes via any mode (post, fax, email, etc.) will not be entertained.
- Candidates are advised to carefully fill out the form and upload scanned original documents. Ensure that if any document is printed on both sides, both sides are scanned and uploaded.
- A signed copy of the final application must be submitted/uploaded. After submission, take a printout of the complete form along with uploaded documents for personal records.
- Only documents uploaded during form submission will be considered during evaluation. Late submissions or incomplete documentation will not be considered.
The Commission will not be held responsible for any candidate’s failure to submit their application on time, regardless of the reason.
Documents to be Uploaded with Application Form (Mandatory)
The documents required to be uploaded with the application vary depending on the candidate’s category. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
General Category
- Scanned copy of minimum academic qualification certificate and Matriculation certificate
- Recent photograph
- Candidate’s signature
- Aadhar Card
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (if applicable)
- Undertaking (Annexure VII)
Deprived Scheduled Castes (DSC) / Other Scheduled Castes (OSC)
- Scanned copy of minimum academic qualification certificate and Matriculation certificate
- Photograph
- Signature
- Aadhar Card
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (if applicable)
- Haryana Bonafide Resident Certificate
- SC (DSC/OSC) Certificate as per Government instruction No. 22/163/2024-5HRIII dated 13.11.2024
- Other reservation certificates (if applicable)
- Undertaking (Annexure VII)
BC-A (Non-Creamy Layer)
- Minimum academic qualification and Matriculation certificate
- Photograph
- Signature
- Aadhar Card
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (if applicable)
- Haryana Bonafide Resident Certificate
- BC-A (Non-Creamy Layer) Certificate issued on or after 01.04.2025 (as per Government instructions No. 22/132/2013-1GS-III dated 22.03.2022 and notification No. 40/13/2024-1SW dated 16.07.2024)
- Any other reservation certificates (if applicable)
- Undertaking (Annexure VII)
BC-B (Non-Creamy Layer)
- Minimum academic qualification and Matriculation certificate
- Photograph
- Signature
- Aadhar Card
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (if applicable)
- Haryana Bonafide Resident Certificate
- BC-B (Non-Creamy Layer) Certificate issued on or after 01.04.2025 (as per Government instructions No. 22/132/2013-1GS-III dated 22.03.2022 and notification No. 40/13/2024-1SW dated 16.07.2024)
- Other reservation certificates (if applicable)
- Undertaking (Annexure VII)
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- Scanned copy of minimum academic qualification certificate and Matriculation certificate
- Photograph
- Signature
- Aadhar Card
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate as per the latest government notification
- Haryana Bonafide Resident Certificate (if not included in EWS certificate)
- Other reservation certificates (if applicable)
- Undertaking (Annexure VII)
General Instructions
Applicability of Rules
- All prevailing rules and instructions on the opening date of the recruitment process will remain applicable throughout.
- Candidates who claimed reservation under any category in the CET application but whose documents do not match the claim will be considered under the General category, provided they meet the age, qualification, and other criteria applicable to General category candidates.
Examination Conduct
- For examinations conducted in multiple shifts, the Commission may apply a normalization process to ensure fairness.
- The OMR answer sheet consists of three folios:
- Original OMR sheet,
- Commission copy,
- Candidate copy.
- Candidates must not mark anything on the Commission copy. The impression of the Original OMR is automatically transferred to all folios.
- Use of pencil for darkening circles is prohibited. If more than one circle is darkened for a question, that answer will be invalidated.
- Any form of smudging, scratching, or erasing using eraser, nail, blade, white fluid, or whitener will lead to cancellation of the OMR sheet and candidature. The candidate is solely responsible for such errors.
- OMR sheets are evaluated only by computer software; manual evaluation or re-evaluation is not allowed.
Candidate Documentation and Notifications
- Candidates should keep a copy of the advertisement, filled application form, uploaded documents, admit card, notices, question paper, and their OMR sheet for their records.
- No requests for re-issuance of these documents will be entertained.
- All recruitment-related notices will be published on the official Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) website.
- Candidates must regularly check the official website for updates; no individual communication will be sent.
Answer Key and Objections
- After the examination, the answer key will be published on the Commission’s website.
- Candidates may file objections within the prescribed time by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs. 250 per objection.
- No objections will be entertained after the deadline.
- All objections will be reviewed by the Chief Examiner or a constituted committee.
- The Commission’s final decision based on these recommendations is binding and no further correspondence will be accepted.
Eligibility Verification
- If at any stage (application, scrutiny, appointment, or later), a candidate is found not meeting eligibility criteria or found to have submitted false/incorrect information, their candidature will be canceled.
- Such candidates may face debarment and criminal proceedings.
- If selected, their recommendation will be withdrawn.
Recognition of Qualifications
- Candidates holding degrees, diplomas, or certificates from fake or unrecognized institutions or boards (as declared by the UGC or Haryana Government) will not be eligible for recruitment.
- No representations will be entertained on this matter.
Miscellaneous Provisions
Finality of Commission’s Decisions
- The Commission’s decisions on eligibility, application acceptance or rejection, penalties for false information, and debarment are final and binding.
- No enquiries or correspondence will be entertained concerning these decisions.
Biometric Verification and Impersonation
- Candidates must provide biometric and facial data during examination.
- Bypassing biometric arrangements or impersonation attempts will lead to immediate cancellation of candidature and debarment from future examinations.
- The Commission reserves the right to call any candidate to re-capture biometric data before or after the declaration of results.
- Mismatches in biometric data at any stage will result in cancellation of candidature and criminal proceedings.
Action Against Misconduct
Candidates found guilty of any malpractice during or after the examination will face cancellation of candidature and debarment. Below is a summary table of malpractices and corresponding debarment periods:
| Sr. No. | Type of Malpractice | Debarment Period |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Removing exam material (OMR sheets, rough sheets, admit cards) from exam hall | 2 Years |
| 2 | Leaving exam venue without informing | 2 Years |
| 3 | Misbehaving, intimidating, or threatening exam staff | 3 Years |
| 4 | Obstructing exam conduct or instigating others not to appear | 3 Years |
| 5 | Submitting false information or fabricated documents | 3 Years |
| 6 | Obtaining candidature through irregular or improper means | 3 Years |
| 7 | Appearing multiple times in the same exam against rules | 3 Years |
| 8 | Damaging exam infrastructure or equipment | 3 Years |
| 9 | Using forged admit cards or identity proof | 5 Years |
| 10 | Using unfair means (copying, cheating) in the exam | 5 Years |
| 11 | Assault or causing bodily harm to exam staff | 5 Years |
| 12 | Threatening exam staff with weapons or firearms | 5 Years |
| 13 | Possession of firearms or weapons during exam | 5 Years |
| 14 | Possession of mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, or electronic gadgets in exam hall | 5 Years |
| 15 | Impersonation or procuring impersonation, failure to provide biometric data | 5 Years |
| 16 | Taking snapshots or videos of question papers or exam materials | 5 Years |
| 17 | Sharing exam terminal through remote desktop, apps, LAN, or WAN | 5 Years |
| 18 | Attempting to hack or manipulate exam servers or systems | 5 Years |
Barred Items in Examination Centre
Security Screening
- Candidates will undergo thorough frisking using sensitive metal detectors before entering the exam centre.
- Candidates must arrive at least two hours before the last reporting time if they are wearing articles of faith (customary/religious items) to allow sufficient time for proper screening.
Prohibited Items
Candidates are strictly prohibited from carrying the following items inside the examination centre under any circumstances:
- Textual materials: Printed or written papers, geometry/pencil boxes, plastic pouches, calculators, pens, scales, writing pads, pen drives, erasers, log tables, electronic pens/scanners, etc.
- Communication devices: Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, earphones, microphones, pagers, health bands, etc.
- Personal items: Wallets, goggles, handbags, belts, caps, etc.
- Watches, wristwatches, bracelets, cameras, and other metallic or ornamental items.
- Food or drink items, whether opened or sealed.
- Any device or item that could be used for unfair means, including microchips, cameras, or other hidden communication gadgets.
Important Notes
- No storage facilities will be provided for candidates’ belongings at the exam centre.
- Candidates with religious or cultural articles should report early for screening.
- If any prohibited item is found concealed within religious articles, the candidate will be asked to leave it outside and may not be allowed to enter the exam hall.
Strict Prohibition on Mobile and Electronic Devices
Use or possession of mobile phones and other electronic gadgets during the examination is strictly forbidden by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission and may lead to immediate cancellation and debarment.
Final Words
To sum up, the guidelines outlined by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission are designed to maintain the highest standards of fairness, transparency, and integrity throughout the recruitment process. From the application stage to the final appointment, strict adherence to eligibility criteria, proper conduct during examinations, and accurate documentation are mandatory. The Commission’s zero-tolerance approach towards malpractice—including impersonation, cheating, and use of unauthorized devices—ensures that only genuinely qualified candidates are considered. Moreover, candidates are expected to stay updated through official channels, as all critical information and updates are communicated exclusively via the Commission’s website.
Ultimately, these provisions reflect the Commission’s commitment to a smooth and just recruitment experience for all aspirants. By emphasizing responsibility on the candidate’s part—such as retaining all relevant documents, complying with biometric checks, and abiding by examination rules—the process aims to safeguard the meritocratic selection of candidates. Any breach of rules results in strict penalties, including cancellation of candidature, debarment, and legal action. This comprehensive framework fosters trust and credibility, ensuring that recruitment remains free from unfair practices and that deserving candidates receive fair opportunities.