The Haryana Staff Selection Commission has announced the CET Phase-II recruitment process for Group-C Stenographer posts for the year 2026. This recruitment drive is aimed exclusively at candidates who have already qualified the Common Eligibility Test (CET) Group-C. Through this selection process, eligible aspirants will be recruited across various departments, boards, corporations, and commissions of the Haryana Government. The recruitment will be conducted through a two-stage examination process consisting of a qualifying stenography skill test followed by a written examination. This opportunity is particularly significant for candidates seeking stable government employment in clerical and stenography roles under the Haryana administration.
Important Dates
- Online application starting date: 02 February 2026
- Last date to submit online application: 15 February 2026
- Application closing time on last date: 11:59 PM
- Cut-off date for age, qualification, and eligibility: As per advertisement closing date
- Examination schedule: To be announced separately
Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Application Fees
The application fee structure for CET Phase-II Group-C (Steno) recruitment will be applicable as per Haryana Government norms. Fee concessions and exemptions will be provided to reserved category candidates, including Scheduled Castes, Backward Classes, Economically Weaker Sections, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, Ex-Servicemen, and eligible female candidates, in accordance with state government rules. The application will be considered complete only after successful payment of the prescribed fee, if applicable.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment is being conducted for Group-C Stenographer posts across multiple government departments, boards, corporations, and commissions under the Haryana Government.
- Post Name: Group-C Stenographer
- Recruitment Mode: Direct recruitment through CET Phase-II
- Nature of Posts: Regular government posts
- Vacancy Distribution: Category-wise bifurcation including General, SC, DSC, OSC, BC-A, BC-B, EWS, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and other reserved categories
- Job Location: Haryana
The exact number of vacancies and department-wise distribution are subject to requisitions received by the commission and may vary.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have qualified the CET Group-C Examination
- Educational qualifications must meet the minimum requirements specified for stenographer posts in the concerned department
- Knowledge of Hindi or Sanskrit as prescribed in Haryana government service rules is mandatory
- Candidates claiming equivalent or higher qualifications will be provisionally considered, subject to verification and acceptance by the concerned department
Skill Requirement
- Proficiency in stenography is mandatory
- Candidates must qualify the stenography skill test as per prescribed syllabus and standards
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 42 years
Age Relaxation
Upper age relaxation will be applicable as per Haryana Government rules:
- SC / DSC / OSC: As per state norms
- BC-A / BC-B (Non-Creamy Layer): As per rules
- EWS: As per government instructions
- PwBD: Additional age relaxation applicable
- Ex-Servicemen and other eligible categories: As per government policy
Age will be calculated as on the closing date of application submission.
Salary Scale
Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary as per Group-C pay structure, along with admissible allowances. The approximate salary details are as follows:
- Basic Monthly Salary: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
- Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Medical Benefits
- Pension and retirement benefits as per Haryana Government norms
The salary may vary slightly depending on the department and posting location.
Selection Process
The selection process for CET Phase-II Group-C (Steno) recruitment will be conducted in the following stages:
Stage I – Stenography Skill Test
- Qualifying in nature
- Conducted as per prescribed syllabus
- Candidates must meet the minimum qualifying standards to proceed further
Stage II – Written Examination
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions
- Language: Bilingual (English and Hindi)
- Mode: Offline (OMR based)
Minimum Qualifying Marks
- General Category: 50%
- Reserved Categories: 40%
Marking Scheme
- No negative marking for incorrect answers
- One mark deducted for unattempted questions if the fifth option is not filled
Final merit will be prepared based on written examination performance and applicable weightage, if any.
How to Apply
Candidates must follow the steps below to successfully submit their application:
- Ensure CET Group-C qualification before applying
- Fill the online application form carefully with accurate personal, educational, and category details
- Upload all required documents, including photograph, signature, educational certificates, and category certificates
- Verify all details before final submission, as no correction will be allowed later
- Submit the application before the closing date
- Preserve a printed copy of the submitted application for future reference
Only online applications will be accepted. Offline or incomplete applications will be rejected.
Important Instructions
- Candidates must be bonafide residents of Haryana to claim reservation benefits
- Reservation certificates must be issued within the prescribed validity period
- Documents uploaded during application will be verified at later stages
- Providing false or misleading information will result in cancellation of candidature
- No changes in category or preferences will be allowed after submission
- The commission’s decision regarding selection will be final
