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The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has invited online applications for the post of Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) in the subject of Computer Science under Advertisement No. 23/2026. This major announcement on February 5, 2026, serves candidates looking for Class-II (Group-B) teaching positions in the School Education Department of Haryana.
The selection process is robust, involving a three-tier system: a Preliminary Screening Test, a Descriptive Subject Knowledge Test, and a final Interview. Aspiring teachers must also possess a valid HTET/STET certificate to be eligible. The application portal opens on February 16, 2026, and candidates have exactly three weeks to submit their forms.
HPSC PGT Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) |
| Advt. No. | 23/2026 |
| Post Name | Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) – Computer Science |
| Total Vacancies | 1,672 Posts |
| Pay Scale | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 (Level-8) |
| Job Location | Haryana (ROH & Mewat Cadre) |
| Official Website | CLICK HERE |
1. Important Dates & Application Fee
Late applications will not be entertained; ensure fee payment is completed before the evening deadline on the closing date.
- Notification Released: February 05, 2026
- Online Application Starts: February 16, 2026
- Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: March 09, 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Exam Dates: To be announced (Expected Q3 2026).
Application Fees:
- Male (General / Other States): ₹1,000/-
- Female (All Categories) / SC / BC / EWS / ESM (Haryana): ₹250/-
- PwBD (Haryana Domicile): NIL
2. Eligibility Criteria (as of 09.03.2026)
A. Educational Qualification
- Degree: M.Sc. Computer Science (Regular) / MCA (Regular) / B.E. or B.Tech. in CS/IT with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/PwBD of Haryana).
- Mandatory Certification: Valid Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test (HTET) or School Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) in the relevant subject.
- Schooling: Matric with Hindi/Sanskrit OR 10+2/B.A./M.A. with Hindi as one of the subjects.
- Academic Record: Consistently good academic record is required.
B. Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age: 42 Years.
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC, BC, Unmarried Women, and Widows of Haryana.
3. Vacancy Distribution
| Cadre | General (UR) | SC | BC-A | BC-B | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rest of Haryana (ROH) | 877 | 319 | 159 | 80 | 159 | 1,594 |
| Mewat Cadre | 43 | 16 | 08 | 04 | 07 | 78 |
| Grand Total | 920 | 335 | 167 | 84 | 166 | 1,672 |
4. Selection Process & Syllabus
Stage 1: Screening Test (Objective)
- Total Marks: 100 Marks (100 MCQs).
- Weightage: 80% Subject-specific; 20% Educational Psychology, Pedagogy, GA, and Haryana GK.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
- Qualifying: Minimum 25% marks to be eligible for the next stage.
Stage 2: Subject Knowledge Test (Descriptive)
- Total Marks: 150 Marks | Duration: 3 Hours.
- Syllabus: Detailed Computer Science topics (Python, DBMS, Networking, OS, etc.).
- Weightage: This stage carries 87.5% weightage in final merit.
Stage 3: Interview / Viva-Voce
- Weightage: 12.5%.
5. Important Links for Candidates
| Resource Description | Official Links / Action |
|---|---|
| HPSC PGT Apply Online Link | Apply Here (Active Feb 16) |
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download Advt 23/2026 |
| Detailed Syllabus (Computer Science) | Check Syllabus PDF |
| Official HPSC Portal | hpsc.gov.in |
Official Notification Disclaimer:
This post is for student guidance. Candidates are strictly advised to download the official Advertisement No. 23/2026 from the HPSC website to verify the category-wise breakup and specific service rules. The Commission’s decision on exam dates and results shall be final.
