Overview
- An extraordinary gazette signed by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi revises the Haryana Civil Service and Allied Services syllabi under Rule 11(1) of the 2008 rules.
- The new syllabus takes effect from the next examination cycle notified after January 7, 2026, superseding the February 9, 2021 framework.
- Prelims now feature two objective papers—General Studies and CSAT—with Haryana-specific topics embedded across the General Studies syllabus.
- Mains consists of six descriptive papers totaling 600 marks, replacing optional subjects with four General Studies papers plus English and Hindi, including a dedicated Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude paper.
- State officials say evaluation mechanics remain unchanged, and early reactions from aspirants highlight clearer structure and stronger emphasis on governance and ethics.