The High Court of Punjab and Haryana, through the Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (SSSC), has announced recruitment for 1265 Clerk positions in the Subordinate Courts of Haryana for the year 2026. Candidates with a graduate degree and computer skills can apply online between 26‑05‑2026 and 23‑06‑2026.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Organization | Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) under High Court of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh |
| Advertisement No. | 36C/SSSC/HR/2026 dated 22/05/2026 |
| Post Name | Clerk (in Subordinate Courts of Haryana) |
| Department | Subordinate Courts of Haryana (on behalf of District and Sessions Judges, Haryana) |
| Total Vacancies | 1265 (1015 existing + 250 anticipated) |
| Pay Scale | As per latest rules and instructions issued by the Government of Haryana for Subordinate Courts of Haryana |
| Job Type | Regular / Permanent (candidates must be willing to serve anywhere in Haryana) |
| Application Mode | Online only – www.sssc.gov.in |
| Selection Mode | Online Written Examination (Computer Based Test) + Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) + Document Verification |
| Opening of Online Application | 26‑05‑2026 at 04:00 PM |
| Last Date for Online Application | 23‑06‑2026 at 04:00 PM |
| Official Website | https://www.sssc.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
The recruitment is for the post of Clerk in the Subordinate Courts of Haryana, conducted by S.S.S.C. on behalf of the High Court of Punjab and Haryana.
Vacancy Details
| Sr. No. | Category | Posts as on 31‑12‑2025 | Anticipated Posts up to 30‑06‑2026 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unreserved (UR) / General | 141 | 62 | 203 |
| 2 | Scheduled Castes of Haryana – Deprived SC (DSC) | 118 (incl. 37 backlog – 2nd time) | 24 | 142 |
| 3 | Scheduled Castes of Haryana – Other SC (OSC) | 102 (incl. 33 backlog – 2nd time) | 21 | 123 |
| 4 | Backward Classes (A) (BC‑A) of Haryana | 145 (incl. 47 backlog – 2nd time) | 38 (incl. 01 backlog – 2nd time) | 183 |
| 5 | Backward Classes (B) (BC‑B) of Haryana | 101 (incl. 32 backlog – 2nd time) | 23 | 124 |
| 6 | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) – LV (Low Vision) | 26 (incl. 10 backlog – 2nd time) | 2 | 28 |
| PwBD – HH (Hard of Hearing) | 20 (incl. 07 backlog – 2nd time) | 2 | 22 | |
| PwBD – OA, BA, OL, BL, OAL, LC, Dw, AAV | 13 (incl. 03 backlog – 2nd time) | 2 | 15 | |
| PwBD – SLD, MI & MD (a‑d) | 5 | 4 | 9 | |
| 7 | Ex‑Servicemen (ESM) of Haryana – General | 91 (incl. 27 backlog – 2nd/3rd time) | 24 | 115 |
| ESM – Deprived SC | 21 (incl. 09 backlog – 2nd/3rd time) | 1 | 22 | |
| ESM – Other SC | 15 (incl. 03 backlog – 2nd time) | 3 | 18 | |
| ESM – BC‑A | 39 (incl. 15 backlog – 2nd/3rd time) | 4 | 43 | |
| ESM – BC‑B | 40 (incl. 14 backlog – 2nd/3rd time) | 7 | 47 | |
| 8 | Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) of Haryana | 113 | 26 | 139 |
| 9 | Eligible Sports Person (ESP) of Haryana | 25 | 7 | 32 |
| Total | 1265 | |||
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification (as on 23‑06‑2026) | Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) or equivalent from a recognized university with proficiency in computers (Word Processing and Spreadsheets). |
| Hindi Requirement | Must have passed Matriculation with Hindi or Sanskrit as a subject, OR must have completed +2/BA/MA with Hindi as a subject before the qualification cut‑off date. |
| Nationality / Domicile | As per Haryana Subordinate Courts Establishment (Recruitment and General Conditions of Service) Rules, 1997. Reserved category benefits only for bonafide Haryana residents. |
| Age Limit | Maximum age 30 years as on 01‑01‑2026. Age relaxations as per government norms for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, etc. |
| Disqualification – Marriage | Applicants who have entered into a second marriage while a first spouse is alive are ineligible, except as per personal law discretion of the High Court. |
| Government Employees | Current employees of Punjab/Haryana Government, other State Governments, Government of India, High Court, Subordinate Courts, or UT Chandigarh must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their department. |
| Adhoc/Contract/Daily Wages Employees | Not eligible unless regularised as per the rules. |
Pay Scale & Salary
The salary and allowances will be as per the latest rules and instructions issued by the Government of Haryana for Subordinate Courts of Haryana. Specific pay band details are mentioned in the official notification.
Application Fee
The notification does not disclose the exact fee structure. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification PDF for fee details applicable to General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PwBD categories.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 22/05/2026 |
| Opening of Online Registration | 26‑05‑2026 at 04:00 PM |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 23‑06‑2026 at 04:00 PM |
| Age Calculated As On | 01‑01‑2026 |
| Qualification Cut‑off Date | 23‑06‑2026 (closing date for submission of online applications) |
| Demo / Mock Test Link Availability | 15 days prior to the examination date (on www.sssc.gov.in) |
| E‑Admit Card Download | To be notified on www.sssc.gov.in |
| Online Written Examination (CBT) Date | To be notified on www.sssc.gov.in |
| Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) Date | To be notified after Written Examination result |
| Document Verification / Interaction Date | To be notified after CPT result |
Selection Process
- Online Written Examination (Computer Based Test) – objective type.
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) for candidates qualifying the CBT.
- Document Verification / Interaction for candidates clearing CPT.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website www.sssc.gov.in and click on the “Clerk Recruitment 2026” link.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number to receive a login ID and password.
- Log in with the credentials, fill in personal, educational, and domicile details as per the notification.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, degree certificates, domicile proof, etc.) in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee (refer to the notification for category‑wise fee) through the online payment gateway.
- Review the entered information carefully and submit the application.
- After successful submission, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
FAQ’s
- What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) or an equivalent degree with computer proficiency. - What is the last date to submit the online application?
The last date is 23‑06‑2026 at 04:00 PM. - Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?
Yes. Age relaxations are applicable as per government norms for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, etc., calculated from the base date 01‑01‑2026. - Do I need a No Objection Certificate if I am a government employee?
Yes. Government employees must obtain an NOC from their department; failure to produce it will lead to cancellation of candidature. - Can candidates from other states apply for reserved category posts?
No. Reserved category benefits are only for bonafide residents of Haryana. Candidates from other states must apply under the General category. - What documents are required for upload?
Recent passport‑size photograph, signature, scanned degree certificates, mark sheets, domicile certificate, and any other documents mentioned in the notification.