Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) under the High Court of Punjab and Haryana vide Detailed Employment Notice No. 36C/SSSC/HR/2026 dated 22 May 2026. A total of 1,265 vacancies for the post of Clerk in the Subordinate Courts of Haryana have been advertised for direct recruitment. Online applications will be accepted from 26 May 2026 to 23 June 2026 (04:00 PM) at the official website sssc.gov.in. This is a golden opportunity for graduates across Haryana looking for a stable government job in the judiciary. If you have a Bachelor’s degree and basic computer proficiency, do not miss this Sarkari Naukri 2026.
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Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview – Apply Online for 1,265 Vacancies in Subordinate Courts
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) under High Court of Punjab and Haryana |
| Advertisement No. | 36C/SSSC/HR/2026 Dated: 22/05/2026 |
| Post Name | Clerk |
| Total Vacancies | 1,265 (1,015 existing + 250 anticipated) |
| Job Type | Haryana State Government Job (Direct Recruitment) |
| Application Mode | Online (sssc.gov.in) |
| Application Start Date | 26 May 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 June 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Age Calculated As On | 01 January 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree (BA / BSc or equivalent) + Computer Proficiency + Hindi/Sanskrit at Matric or higher level |
| Selection Process | Written CBT (Objective + Subjective) → Computer Proficiency Test → Document Verification |
| Helpline (Technical) | +91 99866-38762 (9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, working days) |
| Helpline (General Query) | 0172-2722012 / 9115898394 |
| Official Website | sssc.gov.in |
Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 is one of the most anticipated state government job notifications for graduates in Haryana. With 1,265 vacancies in the Subordinate Courts — including backlog vacancies being re-advertised — this is a strong recruitment drive for candidates seeking a judiciary-based Sarkari Naukri in 2026. Selection is purely merit-based on the Written CBT and there is no interview involved.
Haryana Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Category Wise and Anticipated Vacancy Breakup
The total 1,265 vacancies under Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 include both existing vacancies as on 31.12.2025 and anticipated vacancies up to 30.06.2026. Below is the complete category-wise breakup:
| Sr. No. | Category | Vacancies as on 31.12.2025 | Anticipated Vacancies up to 30.06.2026 | Total |
| 1 | Unreserved / General (UR) | 141 | 62 | 203 |
| 2 | SC – Deprived SC (DSC) of Haryana | 118 (incl. 37 backlog) | 24 | 142 |
| 3 | SC – Other SC (OSC) of Haryana | 102 (incl. 33 backlog) | 21 | 123 |
| 4 | Backward Classes – BC-A of Haryana | 145 (incl. 47 backlog) | 38 (incl. 01 backlog) | 183 |
| 5 | Backward Classes – BC-B of Haryana | 101 (incl. 32 backlog) | 23 | 124 |
| 6 | PwBD – Low Vision (LV) | 26 (incl. 10 backlog) | 2 | 28 |
| PwBD – Hard of Hearing (HH) | 20 (incl. 07 backlog) | 2 | 22 | |
| PwBD – OA, BA, OL, BL, OAL, LC, Dw, AAV | 13 (incl. 03 backlog) | 2 | 15 | |
| PwBD – SLD, MI & MD | 5 | 4 | 9 | |
| 7 | Ex-Servicemen (ESM) – General | 91 (incl. 27 backlog) | 24 | 115 |
| ESM – Deprived SC | 21 (incl. 09 backlog) | 1 | 22 | |
| ESM – Other SC | 15 (incl. 03 backlog) | 3 | 18 | |
| ESM – BC-A | 39 (incl. 15 backlog) | 4 | 43 | |
| ESM – BC-B | 40 (incl. 14 backlog) | 7 | 47 | |
| 8 | Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) of Haryana | 113 | 26 | 139 |
| 9 | Eligible Sports Person (ESP) of Haryana | 25 | 7 | 32 |
| Grand Total | 1,015 | 250 | 1,265 | |
Note: The number of vacancies may increase or decrease without prior notice depending upon the actual vacancies at the time of merit list preparation. The final number of candidates to be recommended will be decided by the High Court of Punjab and Haryana. Backlog vacancies for several reserved categories are being re-advertised for the 2nd and 3rd time as mentioned above.
Haryana SSSC Clerk 2026 Eligibility Criteria – Qualification and Domicile Requirements
Educational Qualification:
| Requirement | Details |
| Degree | Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) or equivalent from a recognized University |
| Computer Proficiency | Proficiency in computers – Word Processing and Spread Sheets (mandatory) |
| Hindi / Sanskrit Requirement | Must have passed Matriculation with Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects OR passed +2 / BA / MA with Hindi as one of the subjects |
| Qualification Cut-off Date | Must be fulfilled on or before 23 June 2026 (closing date of application) |
Candidates who are in the final year of their graduation and expect to complete their degree on or before 23 June 2026 are also eligible to apply. All qualification certificates must be produced in original as and when demanded by the Competent Authority during document verification.
Domicile & Nationality:
Candidates must be bonafide residents of Haryana State. Benefits of reservation under any reserved category — SC, BC-A, BC-B, EWS, ESM, ESP, or PwBD — will be extended only to candidates who are bonafide residents of Haryana and possess valid certificates issued by the Competent Authority of the Government of Haryana. Candidates from other states must apply under the General (Unreserved) category. All certificates must be valid as on the closing date i.e. 23 June 2026.
Haryana Clerk Recruitment 2026 Age Limit – Category Wise Age Details as on 01.01.2026
Age limit for Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 is calculated as on 01 January 2026. Below is the complete category-wise age table:
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Remarks |
| Unreserved / General | 18 years | 42 years | – |
| Scheduled Castes (DSC / OSC) of Haryana | 18 years | 47 years | 5 years relaxation |
| Backward Classes (BC-A / BC-B) of Haryana | 18 years | 47 years | 5 years relaxation |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 18 years | Up to 52 years | 10 years relaxation (+5 years if PwBD belongs to SC/ST/BC/EWS); maximum age not to exceed 52 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 18 years | Calculated separately | Relaxation = actual military service period + 3 years; subject to rendering at least 6 months continuous military service |
| In-service Employees (Punjab/Haryana/Central Govt / UT Chandigarh) | 18 years | 45 years | – |
| Unmarried Women / Widowed / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women | 18 years | 47 years | 5 years relaxation |
| Adhoc / Contract / Daily Wages Workers (Haryana Govt. Dept.) | 18 years | Up to 52 years | Relaxation equal to number of completed years of service on equivalent post; maximum age 52 years |
| EWS of Haryana | 18 years | 42 years | As per General category; EWS only gets reservation benefit, no age relaxation |
Important: The upper age limit of any applicant (except Ex-Servicemen) shall not exceed 52 years even after availing all applicable age relaxations combined. Age will be verified from the Matriculation Certificate only. Date of birth once filled in the online application form cannot be changed at any stage.
Haryana SSSC Clerk 2026 Application Fee – Category Wise Fee Details
| Category | Online Facilitation Charges | Examination Fee | Total Fee |
| SC (DSC/OSC) / BC-A / BC-B / ESM / EWS of Haryana (Male & Female) | ₹550/- | ₹160/- | ₹710/- |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) of Haryana | NIL | NIL | NIL (No Fee) |
| All Other Categories – Male | ₹550/- | ₹650/- | ₹1,200/- |
| All Other Categories – Female | ₹550/- | ₹325/- | ₹875/- |
Fee must be paid online only through Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Candidates opting for “Others” in the gender column shall be charged as per their respective category. Incomplete applications without fee payment will be summarily rejected.
Haryana SSSC Clerk 2026 Selection Process – Written CBT, Computer Proficiency Test and Document Verification
The selection for Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 will be conducted in the following stages:
- Stage 1 – Written Examination (Computer Based Test / CBT): The written exam will be conducted online (Computer Based). It consists of two subjects — General Knowledge and English Composition — for a total of 100 marks.
- Stage 2 – Computer Proficiency Test (CPT): Qualifying in nature only; marks not counted in final merit. Consists of Part-I (Spreadsheet Test – 10 marks, 10 minutes; qualifying marks 40% i.e. 4 out of 10) and Part-II (Computer Typing Test in English at 30 WPM).
- Stage 3 – Document Verification (Checking of Original Testimonials): Candidates shortlisted after both tests will be called for document checking. Original documents must be produced.
Written Exam Pattern in Detail:
| Sr. No. | Subject | Type | No. of Questions / Parts | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| 1 | General Knowledge | Objective (MCQ) | 50 questions × 1 mark each | 50 | 2 Hours (Total) |
| 2 | English Composition | Objective (MCQ) | 50 questions × 1 mark each | 20 | |
| Subjective | Essay (150 words) | 10 | |||
| Letter Writing | 5 | – | |||
| Précis Writing | 5 | – | |||
| Translation: Hindi to English | 10 | – | |||
| Total | – | 100 | 2 Hours | ||
Key Exam Rules:
- Negative marking of 1/4th mark for every wrong answer in objective MCQ section.
- Questions not attempted will receive no credit or deduction.
- Qualifying marks: 33% in each subject individually and 40% aggregate of both subjects.
- Subjective English Composition part will be checked only for those candidates who score 33% or more in General Knowledge.
- Final merit will be prepared strictly on the basis of marks obtained in Written CBT only. Computer Proficiency Test is qualifying in nature and its marks are not added to the merit.
- If exam is held in multiple shifts, normalization of marks will be done using the Standard Deviation Method.
- In case of a tie in marks, the candidate elder in age will be placed higher in merit. If date of birth is also same, candidates will be placed alphabetically (A to Z).
Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 Important Dates – Complete Schedule
| Event | Date / Schedule |
| Notification Release Date | 22 May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 26 May 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 23 June 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Exam Date (Written CBT) | To be notified on sssc.gov.in |
| Exam Centres | Anywhere in Northern India (as decided by Competent Authority) |
| E-Admit Card | Uploaded on sssc.gov.in; not sent by post |
| Demo / Mock Test Link | Available on sssc.gov.in 15 days before exam |
| Answer Key | Published on sssc.gov.in after exam; candidates can raise objections at ₹25/- per objection |
Haryana SSSC Clerk 2026 – Important Instructions for ESM and PwBD Candidates
Ex-Servicemen (ESM) Candidates:
ESM candidates must possess an Identity Card issued by the concerned Zila Sainik Board or a valid Discharge Certificate/Book. Age calculation for ESM candidates is done as: Actual Age minus (Actual Period of Military Service + up to 3 years break between military and civil service). If the resultant age does not exceed the applicable maximum age limit, the candidate is deemed to satisfy the age condition. A candidate who has already availed the ESM reservation benefit in any previous government appointment cannot avail it again for a subsequent appointment.
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) Candidates:
PwBD candidates with disability categories mentioned in the vacancy list are eligible to apply under the PwBD reserved category. PwBD candidates with locomotor disability (Both Arms Affected – BA) or those with physical limitation to type at 30 WPM can submit a request for exemption from the Computer Proficiency Test within 15 days of declaration of the Written CBT result. The exemption application must be supported by a Disability Certificate and, where applicable, a Medical Certificate from the Chief Medical Officer/Civil Surgeon/Medical Superintendent of a Government healthcare institution. Scribe facility and compensatory time are also available as per guidelines published on sssc.gov.in.
How to Apply for Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Step by Step Online Application Guide
- Visit the official S.S.S.C. website at sssc.gov.in
- Click on the link for “Clerk Subordinate Courts of Haryana – Employment Notice No. 36C/SSSC/HR/2026”
- Read the complete detailed advertisement notification carefully before proceeding
- Complete the Registration Form first — provide your valid personal active Email ID and mobile number (do not change these after registration)
- After registration, fill in the Online Application Form carefully — enter all personal details, category, sub-category, and educational qualification details correctly
- Keep the following ready before starting the form: scanned recent passport-size photograph (not older than 1 month, white background), scanned signature, valid Email ID, active mobile number, and online payment details (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI)
- Capture the real-time photograph using the inbuilt/attached webcam on your device as required by the portal; ensure your face is clearly visible without spectacles or cap
- Select your correct category and sub-category — once submitted, no change will be permitted at any stage
- Pay the applicable fee online (₹1,200/- for General Male, ₹875/- for General Female, ₹710/- for SC/BC/ESM/EWS, NIL for PwBD)
- Submit the final application form and note your Registration ID
- Take printout of the submitted application form and retain at least 5 copies of the uploaded photograph for future use at document verification and exam
Important: All information filled in the Online Application Form is treated as final and cannot be changed after submission. Any incorrect information can lead to cancellation of candidature at any stage. Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid server load issues.
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Haryana Clerk 2026 – Documents Required at the Time of Document Verification
- Printout of submitted Online Application Form
- Matriculation Certificate (for date of birth proof and Hindi/Sanskrit subject verification)
- Bachelor’s Degree Certificate (BA / BSc or equivalent)
- Computer Proficiency Certificate (if separately held)
- Domicile / Bonafide Resident of Haryana Certificate issued by Competent Authority
- Category Certificate — SC (DSC/OSC), BC-A, BC-B, EWS (valid for year 2026–27, based on FY 2025–26 income), ESM, ESP as applicable
- EWS Certificate: issued on or before 23.06.2026, based on gross annual income for FY 2025–26, valid for year 2026–27 (Central Govt. EWS certificate not acceptable)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Head of Department/Office — for in-service government employees
- Disability Certificate from competent Medical Board (for PwBD candidates)
- ESM Identity Card from Zila Sainik Board or Discharge Certificate/Book (for ESM candidates)
- Experience Certificate on equivalent post from Appointing Authority (for adhoc/contract/daily wages candidates availing age relaxation)
- Two recent passport-size colour photographs (same as uploaded in application form)
- Valid Photo-ID Proof in original (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Driving License / PAN Card / Passport, etc.)
Haryana SSSC Clerk 2026 Important Links – Apply Online and Official Notification PDF
| Action | Link |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| S.S.S.C. Official Website | sssc.gov.in |
FAQs – Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 (Employment Notice No. 36C/SSSC/HR/2026)
Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 is an official government job notification released by the Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) under the High Court of Punjab and Haryana vide Employment Notice No. 36C/SSSC/HR/2026 dated 22 May 2026. Through this notification, a total of 1,265 vacancies for the post of Clerk in the Subordinate Courts of Haryana have been advertised for direct recruitment. These include 1,015 existing vacancies as on 31.12.2025 and 250 anticipated vacancies up to 30.06.2026. The vacancies are spread across various categories — General, SC (DSC/OSC), BC-A, BC-B, EWS, ESM, PwBD, and Eligible Sports Persons. Several backlog vacancies from reserved categories are also being re-advertised for the 2nd and 3rd time. This is a judiciary-based Haryana state government job, and selection is purely merit-based through a Written Computer Based Test.
The last date to submit the online application form for Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 is 23 June 2026 at 04:00 PM. The application window opened on 26 May 2026 at 04:00 PM. Candidates must ensure that their application is fully submitted including fee payment before this deadline. S.S.S.C. strongly advises candidates not to wait until the last day to avoid server overload or connectivity issues. No request for applying after the cut-off date will be entertained under any circumstances, regardless of the mode of communication.
To be eligible for Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026, a candidate must hold a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree or an equivalent degree from a recognized university. Additionally, the candidate must have proficiency in computers, specifically in Word Processing and Spread Sheets. The candidate must also have passed Matriculation with Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects, or must have done +2 / BA / MA with Hindi as one of the subjects. All qualifications must be fulfilled on or before the closing date of 23 June 2026. Degree programmes completed through Open and Distance Learning from recognized universities are also accepted.
The age limit for Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 is calculated as on 01 January 2026. For the General/Unreserved category, the maximum age limit is 42 years. For SC and BC-A/BC-B category candidates of Haryana, the maximum age is 47 years (5 years relaxation). For PwBD candidates, a relaxation of 10 years is given, and an additional 5 years if the PwBD candidate belongs to SC/ST/BC/EWS, subject to a maximum age of 52 years. For widowed/divorced/unmarried women, the maximum age is 47 years. For in-service government employees of Punjab/Haryana/Central Govt., the maximum age is 45 years. Ex-Servicemen get age relaxation equal to their military service period plus 3 years. No candidate’s age (except ESM) shall exceed 52 years after all combined relaxations.
The application fee for Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 depends on the category and gender of the applicant. General/UR male candidates have to pay ₹1,200/- in total (₹550/- facilitation charges + ₹650/- exam fee). General/UR female candidates pay ₹875/- (₹550/- + ₹325/-). SC (DSC/OSC), BC-A, BC-B, ESM, and EWS candidates of Haryana pay ₹710/- (₹550/- + ₹160/-) regardless of gender. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) of Haryana are completely exempted from paying any fee. The fee is non-refundable and can only be paid through online mode — Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
The selection process for Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 involves three stages. First is the Written Examination (Computer Based Test / CBT) of 100 marks and 2 hours duration. It covers General Knowledge (50 marks, objective) and English Composition (50 marks — 20 marks objective and 30 marks subjective). Qualifying marks are 33% in each subject and 40% aggregate. There is 1/4th negative marking for wrong objective answers. Second stage is the Computer Proficiency Test (qualifying only): Part-I is a Spreadsheet Test (10 marks, 40% qualifying) and Part-II is a Typing Test in English at 30 WPM. Marks from CPT are not counted in merit. Third stage is Document Verification. Final merit is prepared solely on Written CBT marks.
Yes, candidates must be bonafide residents of Haryana to avail the benefits of any reserved category — SC, BC, EWS, ESM, PwBD, or Eligible Sports Person. Category certificates must be issued by the Competent Authority of the Government of Haryana and must be valid as on 23 June 2026. Candidates from outside Haryana or from other states are required to apply under the General/Unreserved category and will not get any reservation benefit, age relaxation, or fee concession applicable to Haryana residents. Reserved category certificates issued by authorities of other states are not valid for this recruitment.
The exam date for Haryana SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026 has not been announced yet in the notification and will be notified separately on the official S.S.S.C. website sssc.gov.in. The examination can be conducted anywhere in Northern India on any suitable date as decided by the Competent Authority. E-Admit Cards will be uploaded on sssc.gov.in and will not be sent by post. Candidates will also receive intimation via email or SMS on their registered email ID and mobile number. A Demo/Mock Test link will be available on the website 15 days before the exam date. Candidates are strongly advised to keep visiting sssc.gov.in and checking their registered email (including spam folder) regularly for all updates.