Haryana PCS (HCS) Answer Key 2026 is expected to be released soon at hpsc.gov.in after the successful conduct of the HPSC HCS Preliminary Examination on April 26, 2026. The exam was held in two shifts Morning (10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon) and Evening (3:00 PM – 5:00 PM) in offline OMR-based mode. The official answer key is expected within 2 to 5 days. Till then, unofficial answer keys prepared by experts are available for Paper 1 and Paper 2.
HPSC HCS Prelims 2026: Overview
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) |
| Exam Name | HCS (Haryana Civil Services) Prelims 2026 |
| Exam Date | April 26, 2026 |
| Shift 1 (Paper 1 – GS) | 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Shift 2 (Paper 2 – CSAT) | 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
| Mode | Offline – OMR Sheet (MCQ) |
| Total Vacancies | 102 Posts (HCS Executive Branch + Allied Services) |
| Official Answer Key | Expected within 2-5 days at hpsc.gov.in |
| Mains Exam Dates | June 27 to 29, 2026 |
HPSC HCS Prelims 2026: Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies (GS) | 100 MCQs | 200 Marks | 2 Hours |
| Paper 2 | CSAT (Aptitude) | 100 MCQs | 200 Marks | 2 Hours |
- Negative Marking: -0.25 marks for each wrong answer
- CSAT Status: Qualifying paper only must be cleared but marks not counted in merit
How to Download HPSC HCS Official Answer Key 2026 at hpsc.gov.in
- Visit hpsc.gov.in
- Click on “Answer Key” or “What’s New” section on homepage
- Select HPSC HCS Prelims Answer Key 2026 link
- Choose your paper Paper 1 (General Studies) or Paper 2 (CSAT)
- Select exam set (A, B, C, or D) as per your question paper
- Answer key PDF will open download and save
How to Raise Objection Against HPSC HCS Answer Key 2026
- Login to hpsc.gov.in with Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth
- Click on “Answer Key / Objection” link
- Submit valid proof/reference in support of your objection
- A prescribed fee may apply per objection
- HPSC will review all objections and release the Final Answer Key before result declaration
Based on the final answer key, HPSC will declare the HCS Prelims Result 2026 with category-wise cut-off marks. Qualified candidates will move to the Mains Examination scheduled from June 27 to 29, 2026.
