Archive · 9 Jan 2026
Haryana Revises HCS Exam Syllabi
The Haryana Government has updated the syllabus for the Haryana Civil Service exams.
The Preliminary Exam now has two papers: one on General Studies and another on aptitude.
The Main Exam has six papers, including four new General Studies papers.
These changes aim to make the recruitment process better.
The General Studies papers cover topics like history, geography, Indian polity, economy, and ethics.
The exams will test knowledge and skills needed for administrative jobs in Haryana.
Haryana Government revised the syllabi for HCS and Allied Services exams.
Preliminary Exam consists of two objective papers totaling 400 marks.
Main Written Examination now has six descriptive papers totaling 600 marks.
Four new General Studies papers introduced in Mains, eliminating optional subjects.
Syllabus includes Haryana-specific elements like its economy, culture, and social institutions.
- Who
- Haryana Government
- What
- Revised syllabi for Haryana Civil Service (Executive Branch) and Allied Services examinations
- When
- Thursday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Haryana, India
- Why
- To streamline recruitment for top administrative posts
- Exam
- Haryana Civil Service (Executive Branch) and Allied Services
- Preliminary Examination
- Two objective papers, 400 marks total
- Main Written Examination
- Six descriptive papers, 600 marks total
- General Studies Papers
- Four papers introduced in Mains
- Key Changes
- Elimination of optional subjects, introduction of four General Studies papers