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Haryana Overhauls HCS Syllabus, Scraps Optionals and Adds UPSC-Style Structure

Officials describe a content-focused rewrite that aligns with UPSC norms and preserves existing marking and qualifying rules.

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.