HSSC CET 2025 –Overview
The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has released a new job notice, titled the Common Eligibility Test (CET) 2025, under Advertisement No. 01/2025. This test is held to hire people for Group-C jobs in different government departments and offices under the Haryana State Government.
This time, HSSC has planned a smooth and simple system to choose the right candidates for these Group-C roles. If you want to apply, you can fill out the form online between May 28, 2025, and June 12, 2025.
In this article, you will get all the important details about HSSC CET 2025, such as who can apply, what the exam will include, how the questions will be asked, and how to send your application online.
About the Organization
- Name of the Recruiting Body: Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC)
- Exam Name: Common Eligibility Test (CET) – 2025 (for Group-C Jobs)
- Goal of the Exam: To check if candidates are fit for Group-C posts in government departments, boards, corporations, and other agencies controlled by the Haryana Government
- Job Location: Haryana
Important Dates for HSSC CET 2025
| Event | Date |
| Date of Publication | 26.05.2025 |
| Closing Date for the deposit of the fee | 28.05.2025 (11.59 PM) |
| Opening Date for Online Registration | 12.06.2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Closing Date for Submission of Online Application | 14.06.2025 (06.00 PM) |
| Important dates for BCA/BCB/EWS Certificates | Issued on or after 01/04/2025 and on or before the closing date. |
| Closing Date for deposit of the fee | Issued/Renewed on or after 13.06.2024 and on or before the closing date. |
| Eligibility certificate for SC, PwBD, ESP, ESM | Issued on or before the closing date. |
| Downloading of Admit Cards | Will be communicated separately |
| Date of Examination | Eligibility Certificate for family members of ESM |
HSSC CET 2025 – Vacancy Details
The HSSC CET 2025 notification has been released to hold the Common Eligibility Test (CET) for Group-C jobs. But the total number of posts available is not shared yet. The final list of vacancies will be announced after the CET results are declared.
This is because the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) will collect job requests (called requisitions) from different government departments. Based on these, they will publish the number of openings for each Group-C post.
In short, first candidates have to appear for the CET exam. Then, those who pass the CET will be allowed to apply for specific Group-C jobs depending on their CET score and rank (merit list).
Who Can Apply – Eligibility Criteria for HSSC CET 2025
If you want to take part in the HSSC CET 2025 for Group-C posts, you need to meet the following conditions:
Educational Qualification (What you need to study)
- You must have passed Class 12 (10+2) or an equivalent exam.
- If you are currently in Class 12 and will take the final exam in 2025, you can still apply, as long as your result comes before the last date to submit the online form.
Age Requirements (How old you should be)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 42 years (as on June 12, 2025)
Age Relaxation Rules (Who gets the extra age limit)
Certain categories of candidates can apply even if they are older than 42 years, as per the rules below:
- SC (Scheduled Caste) and BC (Backward Class):
– Get up to 5 years extra age limit. - Persons with Disabilities (PwD):
– Get 10 years age relaxation.
– If the PwD applicant also belongs to SC/ST/BC/EWS categories, they get an extra 5 years, but the total age cannot go beyond 52 years. - Women who fall under these special cases get 5 years’ age relaxation:
- Wives of soldiers who were injured during military service
- Widows (husbands passed away)
- Divorced women or those separated by court and living alone for more than 2 years
- Unmarried women
- Ex-servicemen (including Short Service or Emergency Commissioned Officers):
– They will get age relaxation equal to their years of military service, plus 3 more years
– They must have served at least 6 months continuously, and must have left service properly, not due to bad behavior or poor performance - People working with the Haryana Government on temporary jobs like:
- Ad-hoc / Contract / Daily wage / Work-charged basis
– These candidates will get age relaxation equal to the number of years they worked
– But total age should not cross 52 years
– If someone has already gotten a regular job using age relaxation earlier, they cannot use this benefit again
- Ad-hoc / Contract / Daily wage / Work-charged basis
📌 Note: All candidates must keep official proof (like certificates) ready to show their eligibility and age relaxation claim when asked during document verification.
Selection Process of HSSC CET 2025
The recruitment process for Group C posts will begin with a Common Eligibility Test (CET). After passing the CET, candidates will have to appear for either a skill test, a written test, or both, depending on the post they have applied for.
CET Exam Pattern and Guidelines
Level of the Question Paper
- The CET questions will mostly be based on the Senior Secondary (12th grade) level.
- However, questions from Hindi and English subjects will follow the 10th grade (Matriculation) level.
Exam Structure
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Time Limit: 1 hour and 45 minutes (i.e., 105 minutes)
- Question Format: All questions will be multiple choice and must be answered.
- Language of Paper: The exam will be held in both English and Hindi.
- Mode of Exam: The test will be conducted offline using an OMR sheet.
How to Answer
- Each question will have four answer choices.
- Candidates must fill in the correct circle on the OMR sheet for their selected answer.
Important Instructions about Marking
- No negative marking for wrong answers.
- If you don’t want to answer a question, you must fill in the fifth circle marked on the OMR sheet.
- If you leave a question blank without marking any circle, 1 mark will be deducted for each such question.
Minimum Passing Marks in CET
- General Category: 50% marks needed to qualify
- Reserved Categories (both vertical & horizontal): 40% marks needed to qualify
CET Syllabus Overview
The complete syllabus can be found in Appendix C, but here’s a general overview:
Common Subjects for All Candidates:
- General Awareness
- Reasoning Ability
- Quantitative Aptitude (Maths)
- English Language
- Hindi Language
- Computer Knowledge (only for Group C posts)
Haryana-Specific Topics (25% weightage):
- History of Haryana
- Current Affairs related to Haryana
- Literature
- Geography
- Environment
- Culture and Traditions
Group C Recruitment Process After CET
Once the CET results are announced, the recruitment process for Group C posts will move to the next step. Here’s a simple breakdown of how the process works:
Advertisement for Group C Vacancies
After the CET scores are released, the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) will release official job notifications for the available Group C posts.
These notifications will include:
- The list of job roles available
- The exam pattern
- The syllabus
- Full details of the skill test and/or written test
Application for Specific Posts
Candidates who have qualified in the CET and appear on the merit list will be invited to apply online.
If they are interested in any of the posts listed, they can apply and appear for the skill test and/or written exam as mentioned in the job notice.
Shortlisting of Candidates for Skill/Written Test
For each post, only a limited number of candidates will be selected to appear in the next round.
- Usually, up to 10 times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted.
- If multiple candidates have the same CET cut-off score, all of them will be allowed to move forward, even if it exceeds the 10-times limit.
Common Skill or Written Test for Similar Posts
If some job roles have the same required qualification and similar pay levels, then HSSC may conduct a common test (skill/written) for all those posts.
This makes the process easier and faster for both the commission and the candidates.
Minimum Marks to Pass Skill/Written Test
To qualify for the skill or written test, candidates must score at least:
- 50% marks if they belong to the General Category
- 40% marks if they belong to any Reserved Category (like SC, ST, OBC, etc.)
Final Selection Process
After the tests are completed, HSSC will prepare a final selection list based on how well candidates performed in the written or skill test.
Only those who meet the qualifying marks and rank high in the merit list will be selected for the job.
How to Apply for HSSC CET 2025
Applying online is easy if you follow the steps below carefully. This guide will help you understand the full process clearly.
Step 1: Register First
Before you can apply, you must register on the official website.
- If you have already appeared for CET 2022 (held on November 5 and 6, 2022), use the same CET Registration Number.
- If you are a new applicant, the system will give you a new Registration Number during the sign-up process.
Step 2: Fill Out the Application Form
Once registered, log in and fill the application form with correct details.
- Type in all the required information like name, contact details, education, etc.
- Upload all necessary documents as asked in the form.
Step 3: Double-Check Everything
It’s very important to fill out the form carefully.
- Before clicking “Submit”, review all your details to make sure everything is correct.
- No changes can be made after final submission, so be extra sure before submitting.
Step 4: Upload Your Documents Properly
- Scan the original documents and upload them in the right place.
- If any certificate has printing on both sides, scan and upload both sides.
- You also need to upload a signed copy of your completed application form before you submit.
Step 5: Avoid Duplicate Registrations
- Do not register more than once or appear in the exam multiple times.
- Doing so will lead to the cancellation of your application, and you might be banned from future exams.
- You must also upload a declaration (Annexure-VII) stating you’re not applying more than once.
Step 6: Save a Print Copy
- After you submit the form successfully, take a printout of the filled application and the uploaded documents.
- Keep it safe – you may need it later.
Step 7: Don’t Wait Until the Last Minute
- Many candidates try to apply on the last day, which can cause issues like slow websites or technical errors.
- It’s best to apply early and avoid last-minute stress.
Application Fees for HSSC CET 2025
The standard rate for CET fee is Rs. 1,000/- (or as fixed by the Government). The fee structure is as follows:
| Sr. No. | Category | Residents of Haryana (who provide PP Number/Aadhaar No.) | Residents of Haryana (who do not provide PP Number/Aadhaar No.) | Non-residents of Haryana (who provide Aadhaar No.) | Non-residents of Haryana (who do not provide Aadhaar No.) |
| 1 | Male applicants of general category | 50% of Standard Rate (Rs. 500) | Standard Rate (Rs. 1000) | 50% of Standard Rate (Rs. 500) | Standard Rate (Rs. 1000) |
| 2 | Male applicants who are children of Ex-Servicemen | 50% of Standard Rate (Rs. 500) | Standard Rate (Rs. 1000) | 50% of Standard Rate (Rs. 500) | Standard Rate (Rs. 1000) |
| 3 | Female applicants who are of general category or reserved category | 25% of Standard Rate (Rs. 250) | 50% of Standard Rate (Rs. 500) | 50% of Standard Rate (Rs. 500) | Standard Rate (Rs. 1000) |
| 4 | Ex-servicemen | 25% of Standard Rate (Rs. 250) | 50% of Standard Rate (Rs. 500) | 50% of Standard Rate (Rs. 500) | Standard Rate (Rs. 1000) |
| 5 | Disabled persons covered under the Right of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 | 25% of Standard Rate (Rs. 250) | 50% of Standard Rate (Rs. 500) | 50% of Standard Rate (Rs. 500) | Standard Rate (Rs. 1000) |
| 6 | Applicants who belong to S/Caste, Backward Class, Economically Weaker Sections | 25% of Standard Rate (Rs. 250) | 50% of Standard Rate (Rs. 500) | 50% of Standard Rate (Rs. 500) | Standard Rate (Rs. 1000) |
Documents to be Uploaded (Mandatory)
While filling out the online application, candidates must upload scanned copies of some important documents. Here’s what you’ll need:
Education Certificates:
You must upload the scanned copies of your academic qualification certificate and your 10th-grade (Matriculation) certificate.
Photograph:
Upload a clear, recently taken passport-size photo of yourself.
Signature:
Scan and upload your own signature, written clearly.
Aadhar Card:
A copy of your Aadhar Card must be scanned and uploaded.
Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP):
If this document is required in your case, upload a scanned copy of it as well.
Undertaking (Annexure VII):
There is a specific format for the undertaking (Annexure VII). You need to fill it out, sign it, scan it, and then upload it.
Official Notification & Apply Link for HSSC CET 2025
- Official Notification PDF: Download HSSC CET 2025 Notification PDF
- Online Application Link: Apply Online
- Official Website: Visit Now
