SSSC under High Court of Punjab and Haryana
Last Date: June 23, 2026 

The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (SSSC) under the High Court of Punjab and Haryana has notified 1265 Clerk vacancies for the Subordinate Courts of Haryana through Employment Notice No. 36C/SSSC/HR/2026 dated May 22, 2026. Online applications opened May 26, 2026 at 4:00 PM and will close June 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM. With a graduate-level eligibility and a combined written and Computer Proficiency Test selection process, this recruitment will attract significant interest from across Haryana.

Before the details, here is the full picture at a glance:

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The SSSC and What This Recruitment Means

The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts operates as the dedicated recruitment arm for all district court staff across Haryana, functioning under the supervisory authority of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. Unlike state board-level recruitments where appointments get distributed across departments, SSSC selections feed directly into the judicial establishment —> district courts, sessions courts, and civil courts across all Haryana districts. The work is stable, court-regulated, and follows a distinct service structure under the Haryana Subordinate Courts Establishment (Recruitment and General Conditions of Service) Rules, 1997.

This notification is one of the larger SSSC batches in recent years. It includes not just current vacancies as of December 31, 2025, but also anticipated vacancies up to June 30, 2026, which explains the combination of 1015 confirmed and 250 anticipated posts totalling 1265. Notably, a significant portion of the reserved category vacancies are backlog positions being advertised for the second or even third time, indicating that previous recruitment cycles could not fill these seats from the reserved pool. This matters for candidates in those categories, as it reflects genuine unfilled demand rather than newly created positions.

Haryana court clerk positions have historically drawn large applicant numbers. SSSC's 2021 and 2022 cycles attracted well over a lakh applications each. The eligibility here —> a graduate degree with basic Hindi language condition is accessible to a very wide candidate pool, which means competition will be proportionally intense. The combination of a subjective English composition component and a mandatory Computer Proficiency Test separates this from simpler CBT-only recruitments and rewards candidates with genuine computer and language skills.

Vacancy Details

The 1265 posts break down across categories as follows, combining confirmed and anticipated vacancies.

The backlog situation across multiple reserved categories is worth understanding. BC-A has 48 backlog seats, SC-DSC has 37 backlog, and SC-OSC has 33 backlog positions being advertised again. This tells you that in the previous cycle(s), those specific category seats went unfilled typically because qualified candidates either weren't available in sufficient numbers or did not clear the qualification/selection stages. For reserved category candidates who are well-prepared, these backlog vacancies can represent relatively less competitive slots than the fresh vacancies.

The High Court has the authority to increase or decrease the number of vacancies based on actual needs at the time of merit list preparation. The number of candidates to be recommended will be at the High Court's discretion.

Application Fee

The fee is non-refundable and payable online. There are three separate fee structures depending on category and gender.

One important clarification: the fee concession for SC, BC, ESM, and EWS categories applies only to bonafide Haryana residents in those categories. Candidates from other states belonging to reserved categories must apply as General candidates and pay the full General category fee. Candidates selecting "Others" in the gender field pay according to their category as per the above table.

The Rs 550 facilitation charge is the portal processing fee and does not vary across categories (except PwBD where the entire fee is waived). The examination fee component is what differs. Fee once paid is non-refundable under all circumstances.

Age Limit

Age is calculated as on January 1, 2026. The General/UR upper limit is 42 years. This ceiling is notably higher than most state-level clerk recruitments across India, which typically cap at 35 to 38 years, giving older graduates and career-changers a genuine window here.

The overall upper age cap for all categories (except Ex-servicemen) after any combination of relaxations is 52 years. ESM age calculation uses a different formula: actual age minus (military service period plus up to 3 years of break between military and civil service). If the resulting figure does not exceed the prescribed maximum, the ESM candidate satisfies the age condition.

Educational Qualification

The qualification has two mandatory components and both must be fulfilled by the closing date of application —> June 23, 2026.

First, candidates need a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university. Any graduate degree that is considered equivalent under university recognition norms qualifies.

Second, candidates must have passed matriculation (Class 10) with Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects, OR have studied Hindi as a subject at the 10+2, BA, or MA level. This second condition is a hard requirement. A candidate with a graduate degree but no Hindi at any level in their academic history would be ineligible. For most Haryana-based candidates who studied in the state board system, this condition is already met at the matriculation level and does not require any additional qualification.

Additionally, computer proficiency in Word Processing and Spreadsheets is stated as part of the essential qualification. This connects directly to the Computer Proficiency Test, which tests exactly these two skills.

Selection Process

The selection happens in three stages, in this sequence.

Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT) —> 100 marks, 2 hours

The exam has two sections.
General Knowledge carries 50 objective questions worth 1 mark each (50 marks total).
English Composition carries 50 marks total but in a mixed format: 20 marks from 20 objective questions and 30 marks from a subjective paper including an Essay (10 marks, 150 words), a Letter (5 marks), Precis writing (5 marks), and Translation from Hindi to English (10 marks).

Qualifying marks: 33% in each section individually, and a minimum of 40% aggregate across both sections. Negative marking applies to objective questions at 1/4 mark per wrong answer. Unanswered questions neither add nor deduct marks.

The subjective English Composition component is checked only for candidates who score 33% or more in General Knowledge. This sequential gate means the GK section is the first filter. Failing it means the English paper's subjective portion is not even evaluated.

If the examination runs in multiple shifts, normalisation of objective scores will be applied using the Standard Deviation Method (calculations carried to 5 decimal places). Final marks used for merit will be normalised scores for objective portions and actual marks for the subjective component.

Stage 2: Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) —> Qualifying only

Candidates shortlisted from the CBT (numbers to be decided by the High Court, category-wise) are called for CPT. This test has two parts. Part I is a Spreadsheet test of 10 marks in 10 minutes. Candidates must secure 4 marks (40%) or above to proceed. Part II is a Word Processing test at 30 words per minute typing speed in English, using the formula: (Words typed minus Mistakes)/10. Part II is checked only for candidates who clear Part I. CPT marks do not count towards final merit. It is purely qualifying in nature.

The typing component at 30 WPM in English is where preparation matters more than people expect. Candidates who are accustomed to typing in Hindi or who have not practised sustained English typing may find the 30 WPM threshold tight in a pressured test environment. This is worth specific practice before the test.

Stage 3: Document Verification / Interaction

Candidates who clear both the CBT and CPT are called for original document verification and interaction. The final merit list is prepared strictly on CBT marks. Ties are broken first by age (older candidate ranks higher) and then alphabetically (A to Z) if date of birth also matches.

The practical implication of this structure: the CPT and document verification are gates, not scoring events. Your rank in the final merit list comes entirely from the CBT marks. The subjective English paper worth 30 of the 100 total marks is what differentiates candidates at the top of the merit list. Candidates who prepare well for essay writing, letter writing, precis, and translation will have a significant advantage over those who treat this as a purely MCQ-based exam.

Salary, Job Location, and Service Conditions

The notification states that salary and allowances will be governed by the latest Haryana Government rules applicable to Subordinate Court employees. Specific pay scale figures are not mentioned in the official notification.

Employees of Subordinate Courts of Haryana are governed by the Haryana Subordinate Courts Establishment (Recruitment and General Conditions of Service) Rules, 1997, and the Haryana Civil Services Rules, 2016. Pay and allowances follow these rules as updated from time to time.

Regarding posting, all applicants must give an undertaking in the online form that they will work anywhere in Haryana as posted. There is no district or zone preference option. Posting is across the state based on vacancies and the High Court's requirements. For candidates who cannot or prefer not to relocate within Haryana, this is a condition worth considering before applying.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website at www.sssc.gov.in
2. Click on the "Clerk Subordinate Courts of Haryana" application link under the Employment Notice 36C/SSSC/HR/2026
3. Complete the Registration Form with a valid personal email ID and active mobile number —> do not use someone else's contact details; all future communication will come to these
4. Before filling the Application Form, keep ready: scanned passport-size photograph (not older than one month, against white background), scanned signature, and access to online payment (net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI)
5. Note that the online form requires a real-time photograph captured via webcam at the time of filling. Ensure your computer or device has a working camera
6. Fill in all personal, educational, and category details carefully —> category and sub-category once submitted cannot be changed at any stage
7. Upload the scanned photograph and signature in the specified format
8. Pay the application fee through the online gateway —> fee is non-refundable once paid; double-check your category before payment
9. Submit the form only after verifying all details, as no corrections are permitted after final submission
10. Save/print the completed application form and retain at least five copies of the uploaded photograph for use at subsequent stages

For technical issues: Helpline number +91 99866-38762 on working days between 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM. For general advertisement queries: 0172-2722012 and 9115898394 on working days between 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM.

Required Documents and Important Instructions

The notification does not provide a specific exhaustive document list, but based on the eligibility and instructions, candidates should keep the following ready for the verification stage:

• Degree certificate and marksheets (BA/BSc or equivalent)
• Proof of Hindi/Sanskrit in Class 10 or subsequent academic record
• Category certificate (SC/BC-A/BC-B/EWS/ESM/ESP) must be valid as on June 23, 2026, issued by competent Haryana Government authority
• Domicile/residence proof of Haryana (for all reserved category benefits)
• Discharge certificate or Identity Card from Zila Sainik Board for ESM candidates
• PwBD disability certificate from competent authority (disability must match the categories listed in the vacancy table)
• NOC from current employer for candidates already in government service
• Experience certificate (from Appointing Authority) for adhoc/contract employees claiming age relaxation
• Sports certificate from competent authority for Eligible Sports Person category

Critical instructions that candidates frequently miss:

The real-time photo captured via webcam, the scanned uploaded photo, and the photo pasted on the e-admit card must all match. A mismatch at the examination centre leads to immediate non-admittance with no recourse.

Category and sub-category once filled in the form are final and sacrosanct. No changes at any stage. BC candidates must submit an undertaking (when required) that they do not fall in the creamy layer as of the closing date.

EWS certificates must be valid for the year 2026-27 based on income for Financial Year 2025-26. Certificates issued for Central Government EWS purposes are not valid here. Only Haryana-issued certificates on the prescribed Haryana format are accepted.

Re-evaluation of answer sheets is not permitted. Re-checking (only for unchecked portions or totalling errors) is allowed within 30 days of final result declaration, on payment of Rs 500 per answer sheet by Indian Postal Order.

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A few aspects of this recruitment deserve closer examination:

Why the English Composition Paper Is the Real Differentiator

Most candidates treating this as a standard CBT recruitment will under-prepare for the English composition section, and that is a preparation mistake. The 30-mark subjective English paper —> essay, letter, precis, and Hindi-to-English translation is checked only for GK qualifiers, which means top performers in GK still face a meaningful writing test. In a high-competition recruitment with hundreds of candidates clustered near the same GK score, a candidate who can write a coherent 150-word essay, produce a well-structured letter, and translate Hindi passages cleanly into English will gain 10 to 20 percentile points on the merit list. These are learnable skills. Candidates who invest three to four weeks specifically on essay structure, letter formats, and translation practice will measurably outperform those who only revise GK topics.

What the Typing Test Really Demands in Practice

Thirty words per minute in English sounds manageable. Under examination conditions —> unfamiliar keyboard, new software interface, time pressure, and the knowledge that Part I Spreadsheet clearing was just completed - it is more demanding than candidates expect. The calculation formula (words typed minus mistakes, divided by 10) is unforgiving on accuracy: a candidate who types 60 words but makes 30 mistakes achieves a net score of 3, which is below the qualifying threshold. That means accuracy matters as much as speed. Candidates should practise English typing daily for at least three to four weeks using standard typing software, maintaining a rhythm and not correcting errors mid-word, as accuracy on submission matters more than raw keystrokes.

The Posting Reality for Haryana Court Clerks

Unlike most state government departments where transfers follow predictable patterns, Subordinate Court staff in Haryana are posted and transferred based on the High Court's administrative requirements across district courts. The undertaking to serve anywhere in the state is not a formality. Candidates have been posted to districts far from their home district. The judicial establishment in border districts like Sirsa, Nuh, and Fatehabad has historically had thinner applicant pools for transfers, meaning postings to these locations are more frequent for new appointees. Candidates who are deeply tied to a specific city or district should factor this in. The service conditions under the 1997 Rules also mean transfer requests work through the judicial administration channel, not a general state government cadre mechanism.

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❓Frequently Aked Questions

How many vacancies are available in this SSSC Haryana Clerk 2026 recruitment?

There are 1265 total vacancies: 1015 confirmed posts as on December 31, 2025, and 250 anticipated posts up to June 30, 2026. The count spans General, SC (DSC and OSC), BC-A, BC-B, PwBD, ESM, EWS, and Eligible Sports Person categories. A significant number of reserved category vacancies are backlog positions being advertised for the second or third time.

What is the last date to apply?

June 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Applications open from May 26, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Only online applications at www.sssc.gov.in are accepted; no other mode of submission will be considered.

Who is eligible to apply?

Candidates must hold a BA or BSc degree (or equivalent) from a recognised university, have passed matriculation with Hindi or Sanskrit, or have studied Hindi at 10+2/BA/MA level, and possess computer proficiency in Word Processing and Spreadsheets. All qualifications must be completed by June 23, 2026.

What is the age limit including all relaxations?

The base age limit is 18 to 42 years for General category as on January 1, 2026. SC and BC (Haryana) get 5 years (up to 47). PwBD gets 10 years (up to 52). In-service government employees of Punjab/Haryana/Centre/UT Chandigarh can apply up to 45. Unmarried, widowed, divorced, and judicially separated women get 5 years (up to 47). Ex-Servicemen get a formula-based relaxation. Maximum permissible age after any relaxation is 52 years (except for ESM).

What educational qualification is required for this post?

A Bachelor's degree (BA or BSc or equivalent) from a recognised university, plus Hindi at matriculation, 10+2, BA, or MA level, plus computer proficiency in Word Processing and Spreadsheets. All three conditions must be met by the closing date.

What is the selection process?

Three stages: first, a 100-mark Computer Based Test (50 marks General Knowledge + 50 marks English Composition, with both objective and subjective questions); second, a Computer Proficiency Test (Spreadsheet and Typing at 30 WPM, qualifying only, marks not counted in merit); third, document verification. Final merit is based entirely on CBT marks.

What is the salary for the Clerk post in Haryana Subordinate Courts?

Specific pay scale figures are not mentioned in the official notification. Salary and allowances are governed by the latest Haryana Government rules applicable to Subordinate Court staff, as per the Haryana Subordinate Courts Establishment (Recruitment and General Conditions of Service) Rules, 1997, as updated.

What is the application fee?

SC/BC-A/BC-B/ESM/EWS of Haryana pay Rs 710 (Rs 550 facilitation + Rs 160 exam fee). General and other category males pay Rs 1200 (Rs 550 + Rs 650). General and other category females pay Rs 875 (Rs 550 + Rs 325). PwBD candidates of Haryana pay nothing. Fee is non-refundable.

How do I apply online for SSSC Haryana Clerk 2026?

Visit www.sssc.gov.in, complete the registration, fill the application form with accurate details, capture a real-time webcam photograph, upload your scanned photo and signature, pay the fee online, and submit before June 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Keep the printout and five copies of the uploaded photograph for later stages.

What is the official website for this recruitment?

www.sssc.gov.in. All updates —> admit cards, exam dates, results, answer keys, and corrigenda will be published there only. Candidates should check email (including spam) and the website regularly.

What happens if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts?

Normalisation using the Standard Deviation Method will be applied to objective portion scores. The calculation goes to 5 decimal places. Subjective marks are not normalised; actual marks in the English composition section carry as scored.

Can a candidate from another state apply in the reserved category?

No. Reserved category benefits (age relaxation, fee concession, reservation) apply only to bonafide residents of Haryana holding Haryana Government-issued certificates. Candidates from other states belonging to SC/BC/EWS categories must apply under General category and pay the General category fee.

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Apply Now - The Window Is Short

The application period runs for less than four weeks from opening to closing. With real-time photo capture mandatory at the time of form filling, a working webcam on your device is a prerequisite —> candidates planning to apply from a mobile or a device without a functional camera should make alternate arrangements early. Do not wait for the final days.

The e-admit card will be uploaded on www.sssc.gov.in, with email and SMS notifications sent to registered candidates. Check both your inbox and spam folder. The photograph on your e-admit card must match the uploaded application photograph exactly; discrepancies will result in denial of entry at the examination centre with no appeal.

Watch the official website for the exam date announcement, demo test link (to be uploaded 15 days before the exam), and answer key release after the examination. The answer key objection window charges Rs 25 per objection and requires documentary proof. Candidates who note any questionable GK answers during the exam should document their reasoning immediately after leaving the centre.

This article is based on the official notification and simplified for easy understanding. For the most accurate and updated information, always refer to the official website.