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Haryana High Court Clerk Vacancy 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 1265 Posts

1265 (1015 existing as on 31.12.2025 + 250 anticipated up to 30.06.2026)
Vacancies
23-06-2026 (04:00 PM)
Last Date
Online only at www.sssc.gov.in under "Clerk Subordinate Courts of Haryana"
Apply Mode
Faridabad, Haryana
Location
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Haryana High Court Clerk Vacancy 2026 : Job Overview

Haryana High Court is recruiting 1265 Clerk posts for Subordinate Courts of Haryana with Bachelor's degree qualification (BA/BSc or equivalent) and computer proficiency, last date 09 July 2026.
Organization NameSociety for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) under High Court of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh
Post NameClerk (in Subordinate Courts of Haryana)
Total Vacancies1265 (1015 existing as on 31.12.2025 + 250 anticipated up to 30.06.2026)
Application ModeOnline only at www.sssc.gov.in under "Clerk Subordinate Courts of Haryana"
Job LocationFaridabad, Haryana
Official Websitehttps://www.sssc.gov.in
Last Updated17 Jun 2026
DepartmentDistrict and Sessions Courts across the State of Haryana

Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) under High Court of Punjab and Haryana, on behalf of the District and Sessions Judges in the State of Haryana, has officially released Detailed Employment Notice No. 36C/SSSC/HR/2026 dated 22/05/2026 for filling up 1265 posts of Clerks in the Subordinate Courts of Haryana by direct recruitment. The notification includes complete details on category-wise vacancies (including backlog vacancies), age limit, educational qualification, fee, mode of selection (Computer Based Test + Computer Proficiency Test), normalization of marks, and application procedure. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification and the Haryana Subordinate Courts Establishment (Recruitment and General Conditions of Service) Rules, 1997 before applying. Download SSSC Haryana Clerk Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF Ext

Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview

Haryana High Court is recruiting 1265 Clerk posts for Subordinate Courts of Haryana with Bachelor's degree qualification (BA/BSc or equivalent) and computer proficiency, last date 09 July 2026.
Organization NameSociety For Centralized Recruitment Of S
Post NameClerk (in Subordinate Courts of Haryana)
DepartmentDistrict and Sessions Courts across the State of Haryana
Total Vacancies1265 (1015 existing as on 31.12.2025 + 250 anticipated up to 30.06.2026)
Pay and AllowancesAs per latest rules and instructions of Government of Haryana duly adopted for Subordinate Courts of Haryana
Application ModeOnline only at www.sssc.gov.in under "Clerk Subordinate Courts of Haryana"
Selection ModeOnline Written Examination / Computer Based Test (CBT) + Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) + Checking of Original Testimonials / Interaction
Mandatory RequirementBachelor's degree (BA/BSc or equivalent) from a recognized university + Computer proficiency (Word Processing & Spread Sheets) + Hindi/Sanskrit in Matriculation or +2/BA/MA. Candidates must give undertaking to work anywhere in the State of Haryana.
Official Websitehttps://www.sssc.gov.in

Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Date of Employment Notice22/05/2026 (Notice No. 36C/SSSC/HR/2026)
Opening of Online Application26-05-2026 (04:00 PM)
Last Date for Online Application (including Fee Payment)23-06-2026 (04:00 PM)
Extended Last Date for Online Application09-07-2026 (04:00 PM)
Age Calculated As On01.01.2026
Qualification Cut-off Date23-06-2026 (closing date for submission of online applications)
EWS Certificate Validity RequiredValid for FY 2026-2027, based on gross annual income for FY 2025-2026, issued on or before 23-06-2026
Demo / Mock Test Availability15 days prior to date of examination (on www.sssc.gov.in)
Date of Written Examination (CBT)To be notified on www.sssc.gov.in (exam can be held anywhere in Northern India)
Document Verification / Interaction DateTo be notified after written exam and CPT results

Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details

A total of 1265 posts of Clerks are announced - 1015 existing vacancies as on 31.12.2025 and 250 anticipated vacancies up to 30.06.2026. These are distributed category-wise as per Haryana Government reservation norms including backlog vacancies being advertised for the 2nd and 3rd time. The number of vacancies may be increased or decreased without notice depending on vacancies at the time of preparation of the merit list. The High Court will decide the number of candidates to be recommended. PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) - Categories Eligible Important Notes on Reservation: Reservation benefits (age relaxation, fee concession, and category reservation) are available ONLY to bonafide residents of Haryana State. Candidates from reserved categories of other states must apply under General category (except age relaxation for Government employees as provided in Rules). Freedom Fi
Sr NoCategoryPosts As On 31 12 2025Anticipated Posts Up To 30 06 2026Total
1Unreserved (UR) / General14162203
2Scheduled Castes of Haryana - Deprived SC (DSC) (incl. 37 backlog - 2nd time)11824142
3Scheduled Castes of Haryana - Other SC (OSC) (incl. 33 backlog - 2nd time)10221123
4Backward Classes (A) (BC-A) of Haryana (incl. 47 backlog - 2nd time; 1 backlog in anticipated - 2nd time)14538183
5Backward Classes (B) (BC-B) of Haryana (incl. 32 backlog - 2nd time)10123124
6PwBD - LV (Low Vision) (incl. 10 backlog - 2nd time)26228
7PwBD - HH (Hard of Hearing) (incl. 7 backlog - 2nd time)20222
8PwBD - OA, BA, OL, BL, OAL, LC, Dw, AAV (incl. 3 backlog - 2nd time)13215
9PwBD - SLD, MI & MD involving (a to d)549
10Ex-Servicemen (ESM) - General (incl. 27 backlog: 26 - 2nd time, 1 - 3rd time)9124115
11ESM - Deprived SC (incl. 9 backlog: 8 - 2nd time, 1 - 3rd time)21122
12ESM - Other SC (incl. 3 backlog - 2nd time)15318
13ESM - BC-A (incl. 15 backlog: 12 - 2nd time, 3 - 3rd time)39443
14ESM - BC-B (incl. 14 backlog: 13 - 2nd time, 1 - 3rd time)40747
15Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) of Haryana11326139
16Eligible Sports Person (ESP) of Haryana25732
Total10152501265
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) - Categories Eligible
CategoryDescription
LVLow Vision
HHHard of Hearing
OA, BA, OL, BL, OAL, LC, Dw, AAVOne Arm, Both Arms, One Leg, Both Legs, One Arm and One Leg, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims
SLD, MISpecific Learning Disability, Mental Illness
MDMultiple Disabilities involving any combination of categories (a) to (d) above

Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of application (09-07-2026). All particulars including category and sub-category once filled by the applicant in the Online Application Form shall be sacrosanct and no change shall be permitted at any stage of the recruitment process.
CriteriaDetails
Nationality / DomicileAs per Haryana Subordinate Courts Establishment (Recruitment and General Conditions of Service) Rules, 1997. Reservation benefits only for bonafide Haryana residents with valid Haryana Government-issued certificates.
Educational Qualification (as on 23-06-2026)Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) or equivalent degree from a recognized university. AND proficiency in computers (Word Processing and Spread Sheets).
Hindi / Sanskrit RequirementMust 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, before the cut-off date of qualification (23-06-2026).
Marital Status DisqualificationNo person who has entered into or contracted a marriage with a person having a spouse living, or who (having a spouse living) has entered into a marriage with any person shall be eligible. Exception: only if such marriage is permissible under the personal law applicable to such person as certified by the Hon'ble High Court.
Government EmployeesIn-service employees of Punjab/Haryana Government, other State Government, Government of India, High Court, Subordinate Courts, or Union Territory Chandigarh must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their Head of Office or Department and produce it when called. Failure to produce NOC will result in cancellation of candidature.
Posting UndertakingAll applicants must give an undertaking in the Online Application Form that they will work anywhere in the State of Haryana wherever they are posted.

Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit

Age is calculated as on 01.01.2026. The upper age limit for any candidate (except Ex-servicemen) shall not exceed 52 years even after availing all applicable age relaxations combined. Reservation benefits of age relaxation are only for bonafide residents of Haryana.
CategoryMinimum AgeMaximum Age Relaxation
Unreserved / General18 years42 years
Scheduled Castes (of Haryana)18 years47 years (5 years relaxation)
Backward Classes BC-A & BC-B (of Haryana)18 years47 years (5 years relaxation)
PwBD - Persons with Disabilities (Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016)18 years10 years relaxation (+5 additional years if PwBD belongs to SC/ST/BC/EWS). Overall maximum: 52 years. Relaxation applicable irrespective of whether post is reserved for PwBD, provided the post is identified suitable for the relevant disability category.
Ex-Servicemen (including SSCO & ECO) of Haryana18 yearsActual age minus (actual period of military service + up to 3 years of break) - if resultant age does not exceed prescribed maximum. Condition: must have rendered continuous military service for not less than 6 months before release; and released otherwise than by dismissal/discharge on account of misconduct or inefficiency.
In-Service Government Employees (Punjab/Haryana/Central/UT Chandigarh)18 years45 years
Unmarried Women / Wives of Disabled Military Personnel / Widowed or Legally Divorced Women / Judicially Separated Women (residing separately for more than 2 years)18 years47 years (5 years relaxation)
Adhoc / Contract / Work-charged / Daily Wages employees of Haryana Government Departments/Boards/Corporations (including Govt.-aided institutions)18 yearsRelaxation equal to number of completed years of service on equivalent post (excluding break period), subject to maximum 52 years. Cannot avail the same benefit again for subsequent appointment if already appointed on regular basis with this relaxation.

Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee

Fee is non-refundable and must be paid online only. The Online Application Form will be submitted only after payment of fees. Application fee for "Others" (Transgender) category is applicable as per their category in the fee table below.
CategoryOnline Facilitation ChargesExamination FeeTotal Fee
SC (DSC) / SC (OSC) / BC-A / BC-B / ESM / EWS of Haryana (Male & Female)Rs. 550/-Rs. 160/-Rs. 710/-
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) of HaryanaNILNILNIL
All Other Categories - MaleRs. 550/-Rs. 650/-Rs. 1,200/-
All Other Categories - FemaleRs. 550/-Rs. 325/-Rs. 875/-

Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

Selection is through a 3-stage process: Online Written Examination (Computer Based Test) → Computer Proficiency Test (qualifying) → Checking of Original Testimonials / Interaction. The final Select List is prepared strictly on the basis of merit in the Written Examination (CBT) only. Computer Proficiency Test marks are NOT counted in the final merit. Success in examination confers no right of appointment unless the Competent Authority is satisfied after enquiry. Stage 1 - Online Written Examination / Computer Based Test (CBT) The CBT is conducted online (Computer Based Test format) in the following subjects. The exam may be held on different dates for different sets of candidates (multiple shifts). Normalization of objective scores using Standard Deviation Method will be applied if exam is held in multiple shifts. Negative Marking: 1/4th mark deducted for every wrong answer in MCQ portio
Stage 1 - Online Written Examination / Computer Based Test (CBT)
Sr NoSubjectTypeNo Of QuestionsMaximum MarksQualifying Marks
1General KnowledgeObjective (MCQ)50 questions × 1 mark each5033% in each subject individually; AND minimum 40% aggregate of both subjects. English Composition (Subjective) checked only for candidates who score 33%+ in General Knowledge.
2English CompositionObjective (MCQ)50 questions × 1 mark each20
Subjective (typed on computer)i. Essay (150 words)10
ii. Letter5
iii. Precis5
iv. Translation from Hindi to English10
Total100Minimum 40% aggregate
Stage 2 - Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) - Qualifying Nature Only
PartTestDurationMarksQualifying Marks
Part ISpread Sheet Test10 minutes10 marks40% or more (4 or more marks)
Part IIComputer Typing Test in English (Word Processing)Stipulated timeQualifying30 WPM (Words Per Minute). Formula: (Words Typed − Mistakes) ÷ 10. Part II checked only for those who qualify Part I.

Who should NOT apply for Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?

Candidates who do not hold a Bachelor's degree (BA/BSc or equivalent) from a recognized university - it is the mandatory minimum educational qualification. Candidates who have not passed Matriculation with Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects, AND have not done +2/BA/MA with Hindi as one of the subjects - both the degree AND the Hindi/Sanskrit condition must be fulfilled by 09-07-2026. Candidates who are not bonafide residents of Haryana - reservation benefits (category, age relaxation, fee concession) are available only to Haryana residents with valid Haryana Government-issued certificates. Non-Haryana reserved category candidates must apply under General category. Candidates who do not have proficiency in computers (Word Processing and Spread Sheets) - this is a mandatory qualification and is tested in the CPT. Candidates above 42 years of age as on 01.01.2026 (for General category

Haryana High Court Clerk Vacancy 2026 : How to Apply Online Step-by-Step

  • 1Candidates must apply in online mode only at www.sssc.gov.in under the head "Clerk Subordinate Courts of Haryana". No other means/mode of submission of application will be accepted. The online application form is submitted only after payment of fees. All applicants (including reserved category) can submit only one application per category - if more than one application is submitted, only the latest application will be considered.
  • 2Before starting the Online Application Form, keep the following ready:
  • 3Personal details (Name, Date of Birth, Category, Sub-category etc.)
  • 4Valid and active Email ID (keep unchanged throughout the process - do not use email of unknown persons)
  • 5Valid and active mobile number (keep unchanged throughout the process)
  • 6Online payment facility - Internet Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI
  • 7Scanned recent passport-size photograph (not more than one month old, against white background)
  • 8Scanned signature
  • 9Computer/device with inbuilt or attached webcam (for real-time photograph capture during application)
  • 10Documents to be Uploaded in Online Application Form (before 09-07-2026):
  • 11Real-time photograph captured via webcam/camera at time of filling form
  • 12Scanned recent passport-size photograph (not more than one month old)
  • 13All other requisite documents as specified in the Online Application Form
  • 14Documents to be Produced at Checking of Original Testimonials / Interaction:
  • 15Printout of Online Application Form (retain 5 copies of the photograph uploaded in the application)
  • 16E-Admit Card (downloaded and printed from www.sssc.gov.in, duly self-attested / attested by a Gazetted Officer)
  • 17Date of Birth certificate / Matriculation certificate
  • 18Bachelor's degree certificate and mark sheets
  • 19Matriculation mark sheet showing Hindi/Sanskrit as a subject (or +2/BA/MA mark sheet showing Hindi)
  • 20Computer proficiency proof
  • 21Caste certificate (in prescribed format, issued by competent authority of Haryana Government, valid as on 23-06-2026) - for SC/DSC/OSC/BC-A/BC-B/EWS candidates
  • 22BC category undertaking that no change has occurred in their status and they do not fall in Creamy Layer up to 23-06-2026
  • 23EWS Income & Assets Certificate (valid for FY 2026-2027, based on FY 2025-2026 income, issued on or before 23-06-2026, on prescribed Haryana Government proforma)
  • 24Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates - in prescribed format as per RPwD Act, 2016)
  • 25ESM Identity Card from Zila Sainik Board / Discharge Certificate or Book

Haryana High Court Clerk Vacancy 2026 : Important Links & Notification PDF

Haryana High Court Clerk Vacancy 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1What is the total number of vacancies in Punjab and Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
A
The High Court of Punjab and Haryana has announced a total of 1265 Clerk vacancies under the Punjab and Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026. This includes 1015 existing posts and 250 anticipated vacancies up to June 2026. The number of vacancies may change depending on administrative requirements at the time of final selection
Q2What is the eligibility criteria for Haryana SSSC Clerk 2026?
A
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (BA, BSc, or equivalent) from a recognized university along with basic computer proficiency in Word Processing and Spreadsheets. Additionally, applicants must have studied Hindi or Sanskrit at Matric level or higher. All qualifications must be completed before 09 July 2026.
Q3What is the age limit for Punjab and Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
A
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 42 years for General category candidates as on 01 January 2026. Reserved categories like SC, BC, PwBD, and others are eligible for age relaxation as per Haryana government rules. However, the upper age limit cannot exceed 52 years after all relaxations.
Q4What is the last date to apply for Punjab and Haryana High Court Clerk Vacancy 2026?
A
The online application process will start on 26 May 2026 at 4:00 PM and will remain open until 09 July 2026 at 4:00 PM. Candidates are advised to complete their application well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues. Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Q5What is the selection process for Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
A
The selection process consists of three stages: Computer Based Test (CBT), Computer Proficiency Test (CPT), and document verification. The final merit list is prepared based on marks obtained in the CBT only. The CPT is qualifying in nature and must be cleared to proceed further.
Q6What is the exam pattern of Punjab and Haryana High Court Clerk CBT 2026?
A
The CBT includes General Knowledge and English Composition sections with both objective and subjective questions. The exam carries 100 marks with a duration of 2 hours, and there is negative marking of 1/4 for incorrect answers. Candidates must score at least 33% in each section and 40% overall to qualify.
Q7Is there any application fee for Haryana Clerk Recruitment 2026?
A
Yes, the application fee varies based on category and gender. General category males need to pay Rs. 1200, while females pay Rs. 875. Haryana reserved categories pay Rs. 710, and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying any fee.
Q8Who can apply for Punjab and Haryana High Court Clerk posts under reserved categories?
A
Only bonafide residents of Haryana are eligible to claim reservation benefits under SC, BC, EWS, ESM, and other categories. Candidates from other states must apply under the General category even if they belong to a reserved category. Valid and updated certificates are mandatory at the time of application.
Q9What is the salary of Haryana High Court Clerk 2026?
A
The pay scale for Clerk posts will be as per the latest rules and instructions issued by the Government of Haryana. Along with basic pay, selected candidates will also receive allowances and benefits applicable to state government employees. The job is permanent and offers stable career growth.
Q10How to apply online for Punjab and Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
A
Candidates must apply online through the official website sssc.gov.in by completing registration, filling the application form, uploading documents, and paying the fee. It is important to keep scanned documents, a valid email ID, and a working mobile number ready before applying. The application is considered complete only after successful fee payment.
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