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HPSC HCS exam 2023: Dates, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Syllabus

HPSC PGT subject knowledge test is scheduled to be conducted on September 17, 20, and 24, 2023. The screening test for the same was conducted on September 9 & September 10, 2023.
HPSC HCS Exam 2023

HPSC HCS Exam 2023

HPSC PGT subject knowledge test dates are out. The test is scheduled to be conducted on September 17, 20, and 24, 2023. The result will be announced after the successful conclusion of the test.

HPSC HCS Mains exam also successfully concluded on August 12 & 13, 2023. It is expected that HPSC HCS Mains result 2023 will be announced in October 2023. Students who appeared for the examination will be able to check their results using their roll number and date of birth. 

HPSC HCS Exam 2023

The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) releases conducts the Haryana Civil Services (Executive Branch) examination every year to recruit candidates for several Group A & Group B posts. Candidates are selected for HCS, DSP, Tehsildar, Excise Inspector, and many others. The examination is conducted in an offline mode. HPSC has conducted the HCS (Ex. Branch) & Other Allied Services Mains exam (2022 cycle) on August 12 & 13, 2023

Candidates who cleared the preliminary examination are called for the mains round. The HPSC HCS prelims result is announced on the basis of marks obtained by candidates in Paper I (General Studies). The commission also releases the HPSC HCS cutoff after the declaration of the result. The cutoff is the minimum marks that candidates must obtain in order to qualify for the next stage of the selection process.

Candidates preparing for the examination must be aware of the HPSC HCS syllabus. The syllabus is released by the commission on its official website for both prelims & mains examinations. Candidates must also have knowledge of the HCS exam pattern to have an understanding of the marking scheme, the total number of questions, the duration of the exam, and the overall exam structure.

HPSC HCS Exam 2023: Highlights

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

Haryana Civil Service (Executive Branch)

Conducting Body

Haryana Public Service Commission

Frequency

Annually

Application Mode

Online

Exam Mode

Offline/Pen & Paper

Exam stages

  • Prelims
  • Main
  • Interview

Exam Duration

Prelims: 2 Hours (Each Paper)

Mains: 3 Hours (Each Paper)

Medium of Exam

English and Hindi

HPSC HCS Exam Dates 2023

The Haryana Public Service Commission has not yet released the HCS exam dates 2023. However, interested candidates can check the expected dates of the HCS exam below:

Particulars

Dates (2022 Cycle)

Dates (2023 Cycle)

Application Starts

February 16, 2023

To Be Announced

Application Ends

March 12, 2023

To Be Announced

Admit Card

May 12, 2023

To Be Announced

Prelims Exam Date

May 21, 2023

To Be Announced

Prelims Result

June 9, 2023

To Be Announced

Mains Exam Date

August 12 & 13, 2023

To Be Announced

Mains Result

October 2023 (Tentative)

To Be Announced

HPSC HCS Eligibility 2023

Candidates who wish to appear for the Haryana Civil Service exam must fulfil the HPSC eligibility criteria 2023. The eligibility criteria is released by the commission along with the official notification. Interested candidates can check the eligibility criteria below:

Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized board or university.

Age Limit: The candidate should not be less than 18 years of age and more than 42 years of age, on or before January 01, 2023. For the post of DSP, the maximum age limit is 27 years.

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HPSC HCS Application Form 2023

The Haryana Public Service Commission releases the application form on its official website. Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria can fill out the application form using their personal and educational details. The application form must be filled out correctly by candidates to avoid the risk of disqualification. Only candidates who successfully fill out the application form will receive the admit card.

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HPSC HCS Admit Card 2023

The Haryana Public Service Commission has already released the HPSC HCS admit card 2023 (2022 cycle) on May 12, 2023. Candidates can download the admit card using the Applicant ID and password. The exam is scheduled to be conducted on May 21, 2023. 

The admit card is an important document that must be carried by candidates to the examination centre on the exam day. Along with the admit card, students must also carry a Valid ID proof with them. Aspirants are also advised to read the HPSC exam day guidelines once they receive their admit card.

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HPSC HCS Exam Pattern 2023

Interested candidates can check the exam pattern for both prelims & mains exam below:

HCS Prelims Exam Pattern

Papers

Total Marks

Duration

Paper I (General Studies)

100

2 hours

Paper II (CSAT)

100

2 hours

HCS Mains Exam Pattern

Papers

Total Marks

Duration

Paper I (English)

100

3 hours

Paper II (Hindi)

100

3 hours

Paper III (General Studies)

100

3 hours

Paper IV (Optional Subject)

150

3 hours

Paper V (Optional Subject)

150

3 hours

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HPSC HCS Syllabus 2023

Candidates preparing for the exam must download and read the prescribed syllabus for both prelims & mains examinations. HPSC releases the official syllabus PDF on its website along with the official notification. The HPSC HCS prelims & mains syllabus includes subjects like General Studies (General Science, Indian Economy, Indian History, Indian Geography, Indian Polity, Indian Society & Culture, and Current Events), CSAT, English, Hindi, and 23 Optional Subjects. 

Interested candidates can download the HPSC HCS Syllabus PDF released by the commission on its official website.

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HPSC HCS Previous Question Papers

Solving previous question papers is important to get an idea of the types of questions asked in the examination and the average difficulty level of the previous papers. It also helps aspirants assess their level of preparation. Students must practise previous question papers in an exam-like environment to get the most out of them. 

Read More: HPSC HCS Question Papers

HPSC HCS Result 2023

The Haryana Public Service Commission releases the HPSC HCS results 2023 on its official website after the declaration of the result. The result is released in the form of a PDF containing the roll number of selected candidates. Candidates can visit the official website to download the result PDF.

The commission also releases the HPSC HCS answer key before the release of the preliminary results. The answer key is provisional in nature. In other words, candidates can challenge the answer key if they feel not satisfied with the answer provided in the key. Following the conclusion of the answer key challenge process, the commission releases the HCS final answer key.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the HPSC HCS exam 2023?

The HPSC HCS exam 2023 is the State Civil Service Examination of Haryana conducted by the Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC).

When will the HPSC HCS exam 2023 be conducted?

The HPSC HCS exam 2023 dates have not been announced yet by the commission.

What is the eligibility criteria for the HPSC HCS exam 2023?

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline to be eligible for the HPSC HCS exam. Aspirants must also fall within the age limit prescribed by the commission.

How can I apply for the HPSC HCS exam 2023?

The HPSC HCS application forms are released online on the official website. Candidates can visit the official website and fill out the application form.

What is the selection process for the HPSC HCS exam 2023?

The HPSC HCS selection process is divided into three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interview.

What is the syllabus and exam pattern for the HPSC HCS exam 2023?

The HPSC HCS syllabus and exam pattern are very comprehensive. Candidates can read both the syllabus and exam pattern in the article above.

Is there any negative marking in the HPSC HCS exam 2023?

Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks (for each incorrect answer) in the HPSC HCS preliminary exam.

Are there any age restrictions for appearing in the HPSC HCS exam 2023?

Yes, candidates wishing to apply for DSP should not be more than 27 years of age. For other posts, there is a maximum age limit of 42 years.

Can candidates from other states apply for the HPSC HCS exam 2023?

Yes, candidates from other states can also apply for the HPSC HCS exam. However, they will not receive the reservation benefit (if they are from the reserved category) and will be considered as General category candidates.

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