Punjab & Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1265 Posts
Punjab Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026: The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) under the High Court of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh has officially released Detailed Employment Notice No. 36C/SSSC/HR/2026 dated 22 May 2026 for filling 1,265 Clerk vacancies in the Subordinate Courts of Haryana by direct recruitment. Online applications are open from 26 May 2026 at 04:00 PM and the last date is 23 June 2026 at 04:00 PM at the official portal sssc.gov.in. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree (BA/B.Sc. or equivalent) with computer proficiency and Hindi/Sanskrit at Matriculation or higher level are eligible. Selection is through a Computer Based Test (CBT) + Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) + Document Verification.
Punjab Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | 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) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,265 (1,015 existing + 250 anticipated) |
| Job Type | Regular / Permanent — must be willing to serve anywhere in Haryana |
| Application Mode | Online only — sssc.gov.in |
| Selection Process | CBT (100 marks) + CPT (Qualifying) + Document Verification |
| Age Calculated As On | 01 January 2026 |
| Qualification Cut-off Date | 23 June 2026 |
| Official Website | sssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 22 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 26 May 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 June 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Demo / Mock Test Link Availability | 15 days prior to exam date on sssc.gov.in |
| E-Admit Card Download | To be notified on sssc.gov.in |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified (can be conducted anywhere in Northern India) |
| CPT Date | To be notified after CBT result |
| Document Verification Date | To be notified after CPT result |
Application Fee
| Category | Online Facilitation Charges | Examination Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC (DSC) / SC (OSC) / BC-A / BC-B / ESM / EWS of Haryana (Male & Female) | ₹550/- | ₹160/- | ₹710/- |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) of Haryana | NIL | NIL | NIL |
| All Other Categories – Male | ₹550/- | ₹650/- | ₹1,200/- |
| All Other Categories – Female | ₹550/- | ₹325/- | ₹875/- |
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved / General | 18 Years | 42 Years |
| SC / ST (Haryana) | 18 Years | 47 Years (+5 years) |
| Backward Classes – BC-A / BC-B (Haryana) | 18 Years | 47 Years (+5 years) |
| PwBD – General | 18 Years | 52 Years (+10 years) |
| PwBD – SC / ST / BC / EWS | 18 Years | 52 Years (+10+5 years) |
| EWS (Haryana) | 18 Years | 47 Years (+5 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen (Haryana) | 18 Years | Actual age minus military service + 3 years |
| In-Service Govt. Employees (Punjab / Haryana / Central / HC / Subordinate Courts / UT Chandigarh) | 18 Years | 45 Years |
| Unmarried Women / Widows / Legally Divorced / Judicially Separated Women | 18 Years | 47 Years (+5 years) |
| Adhoc / Contract / Daily Wages Employees (Haryana Govt.) | 18 Years | Relaxation equal to completed years of service (max 52 years) |
Punjab Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details – Category-wise Breakdown
| S. No. | Category | Existing Posts (as on 31.12.2025) | Anticipated Posts (upto 30.06.2026) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unreserved (UR) / General | 141 | 62 | 203 |
| 2 | SC (DSC) – Deprived Scheduled Caste (Haryana) | 118 (incl. 37 backlog – 2nd time) | 24 | 142 |
| 3 | SC (OSC) – Other Scheduled Caste (Haryana) | 102 (incl. 33 backlog – 2nd time) | 21 | 123 |
| 4 | Backward Classes – BC-A (Haryana) | 145 (incl. 47 backlog – 2nd time) | 38 (incl. 01 backlog) | 183 |
| 5 | Backward Classes – BC-B (Haryana) | 101 (incl. 32 backlog – 2nd time) | 23 | 124 |
| 6 | PwBD – LV (Low Vision) | 26 (incl. 10 backlog – 2nd time) | 02 | 28 |
| PwBD – HH (Hard of Hearing) | 20 (incl. 07 backlog – 2nd time) | 02 | 22 | |
| PwBD – OA, BA, OL, BL, OAL, LC, Dw, AAV | 13 (incl. 03 backlog – 2nd time) | 02 | 15 | |
| PwBD – SLD, MI & MD | 05 | 04 | 09 | |
| 7 | Ex-Servicemen (ESM) – General | 91 (incl. 27 backlog – 2nd/3rd time) | 24 | 115 |
| ESM – Deprived SC | 21 (incl. 09 backlog – 2nd/3rd time) | 01 | 22 | |
| ESM – Other SC | 15 (incl. 03 backlog – 2nd time) | 03 | 18 | |
| ESM – BC-A | 39 (incl. 15 backlog – 2nd/3rd time) | 04 | 43 | |
| ESM – BC-B | 40 (incl. 14 backlog – 2nd/3rd time) | 07 | 47 | |
| 8 | Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) of Haryana | 113 | 26 | 139 |
| 9 | Eligible Sports Person (ESP) of Haryana | 25 | 07 | 32 |
| Grand Total | 1,015 | 250 | 1,265 |
Punjab Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (as on 23 June 2026)
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree | Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) or equivalent from a recognized University |
| Computer Proficiency | Proficiency in Word Processing and Spread Sheets |
| Hindi Requirement | Must have passed Matriculation with Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects OR done +2 / BA / MA with Hindi as one of the subjects — before the qualification cut-off date |
| Domicile | Only bonafide Haryana residents are eligible for reserved category benefits |
| Willingness | Must be willing to serve anywhere in Haryana State |
Exam Pattern – Computer Based Test (CBT)
| S. No. | Subject | Question Type | Questions / Task | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Knowledge | Objective (MCQ) | 50 questions | 50 | 2 Hours (combined) |
| 2 | English Composition | Objective (MCQ) | 50 questions | 20 | (within 2 hours) |
| Subjective – Essay (150 words) | — | 10 | (within 2 hours) | ||
| Subjective – Letter | — | 05 | (within 2 hours) | ||
| Subjective – Precis | — | 05 | (within 2 hours) | ||
| Subjective – Translation (Hindi to English) | — | 10 | (within 2 hours) | ||
| Total | 100 | 2 Hours |
Selection Process
| Stage | Nature | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 – CBT | Merit-based (100 marks) | Online Written Exam with both Objective and Subjective questions. Qualifying: 33% each subject, 40% aggregate. Negative marking: 1/4th per wrong MCQ answer. |
| Stage 2 – CPT | Qualifying only | Spread Sheet Test (10 marks, 40% qualifying) + Computer Typing in English (30 WPM). Marks NOT counted in final merit. |
| Stage 3 – Document Verification / Interaction | Qualifying | Candidates qualifying CBT and CPT are called for checking of original testimonials. Final Select List is prepared strictly on CBT merit. |
How to Apply for Punjab & Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official SSSC website: sssc.gov.in
- Click on “Apply Online” under the “Clerk Subordinate Courts of Haryana – Advertisement No. 36C/SSSC/HR/2026” notification.
- Complete the Registration Form first — enter your name, date of birth, category, domicile details, valid Email ID, and mobile number.
- Proceed to fill the Application Form linked to the fee payment gateway.
- Keep the following ready before filling the form:
- Scanned recent passport-size photograph (not more than one month old, white background)
- Scanned signature
- Real-time photograph (captured via webcam/inbuilt camera at time of filling — working camera device required)
- Valid reservation certificates (OBC/SC/EWS/ESM/PwBD/ESP as applicable — must be valid as on 23 June 2026)
- Online payment facility (Internet Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI)
- Upload all documents and pay the applicable fee online.
- The application is complete only after successful fee payment.
- Submit the form and download/print a copy of the Online Application Form with your Application ID for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | sssc.gov.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | sssc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Punjab & Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The online application opens on 26 May 2026 at 04:00 PM and closes on 23 June 2026 at 04:00 PM at sssc.gov.in.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in Punjab & Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,265 Clerk vacancies are available in Subordinate Courts of Haryana — 1,015 existing posts as on 31 December 2025 and 250 anticipated posts up to 30 June 2026.
Q3. What is the eligibility for Punjab & Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree (BA / B.Sc. or equivalent) from a recognized University with proficiency in Word Processing and Spreadsheets. They must also have passed Matriculation with Hindi or Sanskrit as a subject, or studied Hindi at +2/BA/MA level — before the qualification cut-off date of 23 June 2026.
Q4. What is the application fee for Punjab & Haryana High Court Clerk 2026?
For General/Other category Male candidates, the total fee is ₹1,200/- and for Female candidates, it is ₹875/-. For SC/BC/ESM/EWS candidates of Haryana, the fee is ₹710/-. PwBD candidates of Haryana are completely exempted from fee payment.
Q5. What is the selection process for Punjab & Haryana High Court Clerk 2026?
Selection consists of three stages: a Computer Based Test (CBT) of 100 marks (both objective and subjective questions, with 1/4th negative marking on MCQs), followed by a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) which is qualifying in nature (Spread Sheet Test + English Typing at 30 WPM), and finally Document Verification.
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