Punjab and Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1265 Posts

Introduction

The High Court of Punjab and Haryana, through the Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.), has announced the SSSC Haryana Clerk Recruitment 2026 for 1265 Clerk vacancies in the Subordinate Courts of Haryana. This is a golden opportunity for candidates with a Bachelor's degree and computer proficiency to secure a government job in Haryana. The online application process starts on 26 May 2026 and ends on 23 June 2026. Read the full notification for eligibility, selection process, and how to apply.

Organization Overview

The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) operates under the High Court of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh. It conducts recruitment for various posts in the Subordinate Courts of Haryana on behalf of the District and Sessions Judges. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1265 Clerk posts through direct recruitment, ensuring transparency and efficiency in the selection process.

Post Details

The recruitment is for the post of Clerk in the Subordinate Courts of Haryana. The job is regular/permanent, and candidates must be willing to serve anywhere in Haryana State. The pay scale is as per the latest rules of the Government of Haryana.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions by the closing date of online application i.e. 23-06-2026. Only bonafide residents of Haryana State are eligible for reserved category benefits. Candidates of reserved categories of other states must apply under General category. Only one application per category is permitted - if more than one application is submitted, only the latest will be considered.

Age Limit

Age limit for the post of Clerks is calculated as on 01-01-2026. The upper age limit of any applicant (except Ex-servicemen) shall not exceed 52 years even after availing all applicable age relaxations.

Application Fee

Application fee is to be paid online only and is non-refundable. The registration process is complete only when fee is paid online. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstance. Applicants opting "Others" in Gender column shall be charged fee as per their category in the above table.

Selection Process

Selection for the post of Clerk will be based on (i) Online Written Examination - Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by (ii) Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) of qualifying nature, and (iii) checking of original testimonials/interaction. Final merit list will be prepared strictly on the basis of marks obtained in the Online Written Examination (CBT). In case of equal marks, the elder candidate in age will be ranked higher; if date of birth is also same, candidates will be placed alphabetically (A-Z). No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in examination/interaction.

Stage 1 - Online Written Examination (Computer Based Test - Objective + Subjective)

Qualifying marks: 33% in each subject separately; minimum 40% in aggregate of both subjects. There will be negative marking for wrong answers in MCQ - 1/4th mark will be deducted for each wrong answer. Questions not attempted receive no credit or discredit. English Composition (Subjective) will be evaluated only for candidates who score 33% or more in General Knowledge. Subjective part of English Composition must be typed on computer within the stipulated time. If the examination is held in multiple shifts, normalization of scores of the objective portion shall be carried out using the Standard Deviation Method. Marks for ranking = normalized marks (objective) + actual marks (subjective).

Stage 2 - Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) - Qualifying Nature

Marks of CPT will NOT be counted in determining final merit - it is purely qualifying. CPT has two parts. Part-I: Spread Sheet Test - 10 marks, 10 minutes duration; qualifying marks: 40% (4 or more marks). Part-II: Computer Typing Test in English - minimum 30 W.P.M. (Typing Speed = (Words Typed - Mistakes) ÷ 10). Part-II will be checked only for candidates who score 4 or more marks in Part-I. PwBD candidates with Both Arms Affected (BA) or those with physical limitation to type at the requisite speed (certified by CMO/Civil Surgeon/Medical Superintendent of a Government healthcare institution) may apply for exemption from CPT within 15 days from declaration of CBT result.

Stage 3 - Checking of Original Testimonials / Interaction

Candidates who qualify both CBT and CPT will be called for checking of original documents/interaction as per numbers decided by the High Court, category-wise. Final Select List is prepared strictly on the basis of CBT merit.

Important Dates

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted in online mode only under the head "Clerk Subordinate Courts of Haryana" on the official website www.sssc.gov.in. No other means or mode of submission will be accepted. Applicants must first complete a Registration Form followed by the Application Form, which is linked to the fee payment gateway. The online application form is submitted only after successful payment of fee. Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date and not wait till 23-06-2026 at 04:00 PM. Incomplete applications will be rejected outright without any communication.

Information/Documents to be kept ready before filling Online Application Form:

• Personal details (name, date of birth, category, domicile details etc.)
• Valid and active personal email ID (to be kept active throughout the recruitment process)
• Valid and active mobile number (to be kept active throughout the recruitment process)
• Online payment facility - Internet Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI
• Scanned recent passport-size photograph (not more than one month old, white background)
• Scanned signature
• Real-time photograph (to be captured via inbuilt/web camera at the time of filling the form - computer/device with working camera is required)
• Valid reservation certificate (OBC/SC/EWS/ESM/PwBD/ESP as applicable) - must be latest and valid as on 23-06-2026

Printout/hardcopy of the Online Application Form should be retained by the applicant and produced as and when required. Re-checking of answer sheets (not re-evaluation) can be requested within 30 days of declaration of final result at a fee of Rs. 500/- per answer sheet via Indian Postal Order payable to S.S.S.C.

Apply Online at: https://www.sssc.gov.in

For Technical queries: Helpline No. +91 99866-38762 (Working days, 09:30 AM to 05:00 PM). For other queries about terms and conditions: Phone No. 0172-2722012 and 9115898394 (Working days, 09:30 AM to 05:00 PM).