Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has officially released the detailed notification for the recruitment of 5,500 Constables under Advt No. 01/2026. This drive is a significant opportunity for 12th-pass candidates who have already qualified for the Haryana CET Group C.
The application portal is set to go live on January 11, 2026. Below is the comprehensive breakdown of the recruitment details to help you prepare.
1. Important Dates & Deadlines
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | January 1, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | January 11, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | January 25, 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | Not Applicable (Free) |
| Exam Date (Knowledge Test) | To be announced |
2. Vacancy Breakdown
The vacancies are distributed across three primary categories within the Haryana Police:
| Post Name | Gender | Vacancy |
| Constable (General Duty) | Male | 4,500 |
| Constable (General Duty) | Female | 600 |
| Constable (Railway Police – GRP) | Male | 400 |
| Total Vacancies | 5,500 |
3. Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the following requirements as of January 1, 2026:
- Mandatory Qualification: Must be Haryana CET (Group C) qualified.
- Educational Qualification: Passed 10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognized board.
- Language Requirement: Matric (10th) with Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects.
- Age Limit: 18 – 25 years.
- Relaxation: 5 years for SC/BC/EWS candidates of Haryana.
4. Selection Process & Physical Standards
The selection is a rigorous multi-stage process:
- CET Shortlisting: Only CET-qualified candidates will be shortlisted for the Physical tests (typically 10 times the number of vacancies).
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT): * Male: Height 170 cm (General) / 168 cm (Reserve); Chest 83–87 cm.
- Female: Height 158 cm (General) / 156 cm (Reserve).
- Physical Screening Test (PST): Qualifying race.
- Male: 2.5 km in 12 minutes.
- Female: 1.0 km in 6 minutes.
- Knowledge Test (Written): Carries 97 marks. It consists of 100 objective-type questions (0.97 marks each) with no negative marking.
- NCC Marks: Additional weightage of up to 3 marks (A-1, B-2, C-3).
5. Syllabus Highlights
The Knowledge Test is OMR-based and bilingual (Hindi/English).
- Haryana General Knowledge (20%): History, Geography, Culture, and Economy of Haryana.
- Computer Knowledge (10%): Basic fundamentals, MS Office, and Internet.
- General Awareness (50%): General Science, Current Affairs, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Reasoning, and Numerical Ability.
6. How to Apply Online
- Visit the official portal: hssc.gov.in
- Log in using your CET Registration Number.
- Upload necessary documents: 10th & 12th certificates, CET scorecard, latest photo (with name and date), and signature.
- Application Fee: There is no fee (Rs\ 0) for any category.
- Submit and print your application for future reference.
The HSSC Constable Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. 01/2026) follows a rigorous selection sequence focused on physical suitability and mental aptitude. If you are looking for the process details without focusing on the time durations (like race timings or exam minutes), here is the structured breakdown of the hurdles you must clear:
Stage 1: CET Merit Shortlisting
The first filter is your performance in the Haryana Common Eligibility Test (CET) Group C. The commission will shortlist candidates based on their CET scores. Usually, candidates equivalent to 10 times the number of vacancies are invited for the physical tests.
Stage 2: Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
This stage ensures you meet the minimum structural requirements for the police force. It is qualifying only.
- Height Measurement:
- Male (General): 170 cm
- Male (Reserved): 168 cm
- Female (General): 158 cm
- Female (Reserved): 156 cm
- Chest Measurement (Males only):
- General: 83 cm (with 4 cm expansion)
- Reserved: 81 cm (with 4 cm expansion)
Stage 3: Physical Screening Test (PST)
This is a test of endurance through a running event. While there are timing limits, the primary goal is to qualify; no extra marks are given for finishing faster than the requirement.
- Male: 2.5 Kilometer race.
- Female: 1.0 Kilometer race.
- Ex-Servicemen: 1.0 Kilometer race.
Stage 4: Knowledge Test (Written Exam)
The written exam carries the bulk of the weightage (97 marks). It is an offline OMR-based test.
- Total Questions: 100 Objective Type Questions.
- Negative Marking: There is no negative marking for incorrect answers. However, you must mark one of the five options; failing to mark any option leads to a deduction of 0.97 marks.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: * General Category: 50%
- Reserved Categories: 40%
Stage 5: Additional Weightage (NCC)
Candidates holding an NCC certificate receive bonus marks added directly to their merit score:
- Level A: 1 Mark
- Level B: 2 Marks
- Level C: 3 Marks
Stage 6: Document Verification & Medical
Medical Examination: A final check to ensure the candidate is medically fit for duty before the appointment letter is issued.
Scrutiny of Documents: Verification of 10+2 certificates, CET qualification, and category-specific reservations.
