HPSC HCS (Executive Branch) & Allied Services – Advertisement 22/2026 Overview
| Field | Information |
| Issuing Authority | Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC), Panchkula |
| Advertisement No. | 22/2026 |
| Publication Date | 30 January 2026 |
IMPORTANT DATES of HPSC HCS 2026
| Event | Date & Time |
| Opening of Online Application | 06 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 26 February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
HPSC HCS 2026 POSTS AND TOTAL VACANCIES
| Category | Details |
| Total Vacancies | 102 |
| Group A Post | HCS (Executive Branch) |
| Group B Allied Services | DSP, ETO, DFSC, ARCS, DFSO, AETO, Traffic Manager, A Class Tehsildar (Apprentice), A Class Naib Tehsildar (Apprentice) |
| Category Totals: Gen 46 | DSC 13 | OSC 10 | BCA 15 | BC B 7 | EWS 11 | ESM 5 | PwBD 7 |
ESSENTIAL EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION: The essential educational qualification required is a BA, BSc, BCom, or an equivalent degree recognized by a competent authority. The eligibility cutoff date for possessing the required qualification is 26.02.2026. Any certificate issued after the closing date of the application will not be accepted.
Physical Standards for Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP):
| Category | Height | Chest (Unexpanded) | Chest (With Expansion) |
| Male | 5′7″ (170.19 cm) | 33″ (83.82 cm) | 34½″ (87.63 cm) |
| Female | 5′2″ (157.50 cm) | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Note:
- Chest expansion of 1½ inches (3.81 cm) is mandatory for male candidates.
- Physical standards apply only for the post of DSP as per Haryana Police Service Rules, 2002.
AGE LIMIT (AS ON 01.01.2026)
| Post Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| All Posts Except DSP | 18 years | 42 years |
| DSP Post | 18 years | 27 years |
Major Age Relaxations:
- Candidates belonging to SC or BC categories of Haryana are eligible for an age relaxation of 5 years.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are also entitled to a relaxation of 5 years, while PwBD candidates belonging to SC, BC, or EWS categories receive a total relaxation of 10 years, subject to a maximum age limit of 52 years.
- Widows, divorced women, and unmarried women are granted a relaxation of 5 years.
- Ex-servicemen are allowed age relaxation equal to their length of military service plus 3 additional years.
- Haryana Government ad-hoc or contract workers are eligible for relaxation equal to their years of service, with the upper age limit capped at 52 years.
Proof of Age: Matriculation certificate only
APPLICATION FEE
| Category | Application Fee |
| PwBD (Haryana, ≥40%) | Nil |
| SC / BC-A / BC-B / EWS / ESM / Women (Haryana) | Rs. 250 |
| DESM (UR) | Rs. 1000 |
| All Others | Rs. 1000 |
Note: The mode of payment for the application fee is online only, and the fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
SELECTION PROCESS of HPSC HCS 2026 – THREE STAGES
Stage A — Preliminary Examination (Screening Stage Only):
- The preliminary examination consists of two objective-type papers. Paper I (General Studies) carries 100 marks and is used for merit ranking, while Paper II (CSAT) also carries 100 marks but is qualifying in nature.
- Each paper has a duration of 2 hours and is conducted in Hindi and English.
- There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Candidates must secure at least 33% marks in CSAT to qualify.
- The final prelims merit is prepared only on the basis of Paper I, and prelims marks are not counted in the final merit list.
- Approximately 12 times the number of vacancies are shortlisted for the Main Examination.
Stage B — Main Written Examination: The Main Examination carries a total of 600 marks and consists of six descriptive papers as follows:
- English — 100 marks, Hindi — 100 marks, General Studies I — 100 marks, General Studies II — 100 marks, General Studies III — 100 marks, and General Studies IV — 100 marks.
Note:
- Qualifying Rules: Candidates must secure an aggregate of 45% marks in the Main Examination, with at least 33% marks in each of English and Hindi
- For PwBD candidates, the aggregate requirement may be relaxed to 35%.
- The medium of answers can be Hindi or English, but mixing both languages in the same paper is not allowed.
Stage C — Personality Test / Viva Voce:
- The Personality Test carries 75 marks.
- Approximately three times the number of vacancies are called for this stage.
- The assessment focuses on the candidate’s suitability for service, judgment, awareness, and leadership qualities.
FINAL MERIT: The final score is calculated by adding the Main Written Examination marks (600) and the Interview/Personality Test marks (75), giving a total of 675 marks.
Note: In case of a tie in the Main Written Examination marks, the older candidate will be given preference.
TENTATIVE HPSC HCS 2026 EXAM SCHEDULE
| Stage | Tentative Date |
| Preliminary Exam | 26 April 2026 |
| Main Examination | 27–29 June 2026 |
| Interview / Personality Test | August–September 2026 |
Application Process — Online Only:
Steps:
- Register using Mobile Number and Aadhaar/VID.
- Fill the application form with required details.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form finally.
- Print the submitted form.
- Sign the form and upload the signed copy.
Rules:
- Applications submitted without a signature will be rejected.
- No corrections are allowed after the final submission.
Documents to Upload:
Mandatory:
- Recent photograph and signature
- Degree and mark sheets
- Aadhaar card
- Haryana domicile certificate (if claiming reservation)
If Applicable:
- SC / BC / EWS certificate (latest and valid)
- ESM / DESM certificate
- PwBD certificate
- Experience certificate
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), where required
Helpdesk:
- Helpline: 1800-1800-431
- Email: SR4-hpsc@hry.gov.in
- Timing: Working days, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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