HSSC Group C Recruitment 2026
Apply Online for 1238 Warder & Assistant Superintendent Jail Posts (CET Phase-II)
1. Critical Recruitment Overview
The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has released Advertisement No. 06/2026, inviting online applications for direct recruitment to various Group-C posts under CET Phase-II. This recruitment drive is exclusively open to candidates who have already qualified the Common Eligibility Test (CET) Advt. No. 01/2025 for Group-C.
A massive total of 1238 vacancies are available within the Prison Department. The positions include Assistant Superintendent Jail (Male/Female) and Warder (Male/Female). A major highlight of this recruitment is that no application fee is required from any candidate. The online application portal opens on 24.06.2026 and closes swiftly on 30.06.2026. Candidates must clear a rigorous Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Physical Screening Test (PST), and an OMR-based written examination to secure a final appointment.
2. Important Dates & Timelines
Candidates must adhere to the strict timelines below. The application link will be permanently disabled after 11:59 PM on the closing date.
| HSSC Group C (Advt. 06/2026) Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Date of Publication: | 22 June 2026 |
| Opening Date for Submission of Online Application: | 24 June 2026 |
| Closing Date for Submission of Online Application: | 30 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Correction/Edit Window: | 01 July 2026 to 02 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Fee: | NIL (For all categories) |
3. Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale Breakdown
The vacancies are categorized under Group 1 (Assistant Superintendent Jail) and Group 2 (Warder) within the Prison Department.
| Cat. No. | Name of Post | Pay Scale | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| GROUP 1 | |||
| 1 | Assistant Superintendent Jail (Male) | FPL-6 | 30 |
| 2 | Assistant Superintendent Jail (Female) | FPL-6 | 03 |
| GROUP 2 | |||
| 3 | Warder Female | FPL-2 | 112 |
| 4 | Warder Male | FPL-2 | 1093 |
| Grand Total Openings | 1238 Posts | ||
4. Essential Qualifications & Age Limit
A. Group 1: Assistant Superintendent Jail (Cat 1 & 2)
- Age Limit: 21 to 27 Years. (Relaxation of 5 years applicable to DSC/OSC, BCA/BCB, and EWS categories as per Govt rules).
- Educational Qualification: Graduation from any recognized university or its equivalent.
- Language Requirement: Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects in Matric or Higher Education.
B. Group 2: Warder (Cat 3 & 4)
- Age Limit: 18 to 25 Years. (Relaxation of 5 years applicable to DSC/OSC, BCA/BCB, and EWS categories as per Govt rules).
- Educational Qualification: 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognized education board or institution.
- Language Requirement: Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects in Matric or Higher Education.
5. Physical Measurement & Screening Test Standards
All candidates must qualify a physical measurement and screening test. These tests are strictly of a qualifying nature.
Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
| Gender / Category | Minimum Height | Chest (Un-expanded - Expanded) |
|---|---|---|
| Male (General Category) | 170 cm | 83 cm - 87 cm |
| Male (Reserved Category) | 168 cm | 81 cm - 85 cm |
| Female (General Category) | 158 cm | Not Applicable |
| Female (Reserved Category) | 156 cm | Not Applicable |
Physical Screening Test (PST) - Endurance
| Candidate Type | Test Distance | Qualifying Time |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 2.5 Kilometer | 12 minutes |
| Female | 1.0 Kilometer | 6 minutes |
| Ex-Serviceman | 1.0 Kilometer | 5 minutes |
6. Selection Process & Examination Pattern
The recruitment strictly follows the CET Policy and HSSC Rules. Shortlisting for the written exam will be up to 10 times the total number of advertised posts based on CET marks.
- Exam Type: Offline OMR-based written examination.
- Question Format: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), bilingual (English & Hindi).
- Duration: 1 Hour 45 Minutes.
- Negative Marking: There is NO negative marking for wrong answers. However, if a candidate leaves a question completely un-attempted (without filling the 5th option bubble), one mark will be deducted per un-attempted question.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: General Category: 50% | Reserved Category: 40%.
- Syllabus Weightage:
- 20%: General awareness, Reasoning, Math, Science, Haryana History, etc.
- 10%: Computer terminology & fundamentals.
- 70%: Subject-related syllabus.
7. Step-by-Step Online Application Protocol
Applications must be submitted exclusively via the dedicated HSSC portal.
- Portal Access: Visit the official application URL: https://adv062026.hryssc.com starting from 24.06.2026.
- CET Qualification Check: Only candidates who have qualified the CET Advt. No. 01/2025 Group-C are eligible to log in and apply.
- Post Preferences: Candidates must carefully fill detailed options/preferences for various posts. Preferences confirmed at the time of submission will be treated as final and cannot be changed.
- Document Upload: You must upload scanned copies of all educational certificates, a latest color photograph (with white background, date, and name clearly mentioned), signature, Haryana Bonafide Resident certificate, category certificates (BCA/BCB/EWS issued on/after 01.04.2026; DSC/OSC issued after 13.11.2024), and the mandatory Undertaking (Annexure V).
- Final Submission: Review the application thoroughly and submit before 11:59 PM on 30.06.2026. Take a final printout of the application form and uploaded documents for future reference during document scrutiny.
8. Important Official Links
9. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
This career tracking post is developed for educational reference and guidance based on Advertisement No. 06/2026 issued by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC). Candidates are strictly instructed to verify all specific educational requirements, exact physical standards, syllabus details, and document upload procedures on the official HSSC website (www.hssc.gov.in) before submitting their online applications.
