Haryana ADA Exam 2026: Recruitment, Notification, Syllabus, Pattern and More

HPSC declared the Haryana ADA final result on 21 October 2026 for the post of Assistant District Attorney under Advertisement No. 18/2025. Interview marks of all candidates who have appeared for the viva-voce were released roll number-wise on 18 October 2026.

Haryana ADA Exam 2026 Overview

The Haryana ADA Exam recruitment for 2025-26 is now complete. HPSC published the final list of selected candidates on 21 October 2026.

The interviews were conducted from 10 to 18 October 2026 for the 772 candidates who cleared the Subject Knowledge Test. On 18 October 2026, the last day of interviews, the Commission also uploaded a PDF showing the interview marks of each candidate by roll number. So even candidates who did not make the final list can see how they scored in the personality test.

Final selection was based on combined performance in the Subject Knowledge Test and the interview. The screening test was only a qualifying stage, so its marks were not counted in the final merit.

Particulars	Details
Recruiting Body	Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC)
Post	Assistant District Attorney (ADA), Group B
Department	Prosecution Department, Haryana
Advertisement No.	18/2025
Total Vacancies	255
Screening Test	5 July 2026
Screening Test Result	24 July 2026
Subject Knowledge Test (Mains)	9 August 2026
Mains Result	22 September 2026
Candidates Shortlisted for Interview	772
Interview / Viva-Voce	10 October to 18 October 2026
Roll Number-wise Interview Marks	18 October 2026
Final Result	21 October 2026
Official Website	hpsc.gov.in

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Haryana ADA Eligibility Criteria 2026

Bachelor's Degree in Law + Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council.

Haryana ADA Age limit

Age Limit (21 to 42 years as on 02.09.2025):

1. For General / EWS: Born not earlier than 03.09.1983 and not later than 02.09.2004. (both dates inclusive)
2. For SC / BC: Born not earlier than 03.09.1978 and not later than 02.09.2004. (both dates inclusive)

How to Apply For the Haryana ADA Exam 2026

Eligible/Interested candidates can apply online from 13.08.2025 to 02.09.2025 (up to 05:00 P.M.) using the link below. The applicants need not send their filled application form to the concerned department.

1. Candidates are advised to read the Official Details carefully before applying.
2. Click on the Apply Online Link given below
3. Fill the Application Form Carefully
4. Upload the Required Documents Online
5. Pay Online / Offline Fees
6. Print the Application Form / Save PDF Format.

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Haryana ADA Application fee

Fees: Rs. 1000/- for General / EWS candidates, Rs. 250/- for SC/OBC/EWS/ESM /Female candidates, and there is no fee for PwD candidates.

Fees should be paid online via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI.

Haryana ADA 2026 Exam Pattern And Selection Process

The Selection for the post of Assistant District Attorney in HPSC Recruitment 2025 will be based on the criteria given below:

1. Screening Test
2. Subject Knowledge Test
3. Interview / Viva-Voce
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination

Haryana ADA Screening Test Exam Pattern 2026

1. Total MCQs: 100
2. Total Marks: 100
3. Time duration of the exam: 02 hours
4. All questions carry equal marks.
5. Each question will have five options. The fifth option will be meant for a situation where a candidate intends to leave the question un-attempted.
6. One-fourth mark will be deducted lor each wrong answer.
7. In case, a candidate neither attempts a question nor darkens the fifth option/bubble, then One- fourth mark will be deducted for each such question.
8. The question paper will be in English and Hindi.
9. A candidate will have to secure a minimum of 25% marks to clear the screening test.
10. Candidates four times the number of advertised posts along with bracketed candidates, if any. will be called for the Subject Knowledge Test, provided that they have secured the minimum cut-off marks of 25%.
11. The marks obtained by the candidates in the screening test will not be counted for final selection because it is meant only for short-listing of category-wise candidates.

Haryana ADA Exam Pattern of Subject Knowledge Test

1. Time duration of exam: 03 hours
2. Total Marks: 150
3. The question paper will be in English and Hindi.
4. Paper will be subjective type.
5. No candidate will be called for the interview/viva-voce unless she/he secures a minimum of 35% marks in the Subject Knowledge Test.
6. The numbers of the candidates called for interview will be two times, along with bracketed candidates, if any, of the number of advertised posts provided that they have secured the minimum cut-off marks of 35%.
7. The weight-age of the Subject Knowledge test will be 87.5%.

Haryana ADA Syllabus 2026

Topics / Syllabus of Screening Test:

• General Science
• Current Events of National and international Importance
• History of India
• Indian and World Geography
• Indian Culture, Indian Polity and Indian Economy
• General Mental Ability (Reasoning and Analytical Abilities)
• Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, order of magnitude etc. Class X level). Data interpretation (charts, graphs. tables. data sufficiency etc. X level)
• Haryana GK - History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Culture etc.

Syllabus for the Subject Knowledge test is as under:

a) Civil Law

i) Code of Civil Procedure

ii) Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

iii) Indian Contract Act

iv) Indian Partnership Act

v) Sale of Goods Act

vi) Hindu Law

vii) Mohammadan Law and Customary Law.

b) Criminal Law

i) Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)

ii) Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)

iii) Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

Haryana ADA Interview Syllabus

The weight age of the interview will be 12.5%. The final merit list will be prepared by adding the marks of second stage examination and interview.

Note: Attendance in all three stages is mandatory.

How to Prepare GK For Haryana ADA 2026?

Some of the best books for GK preparation in Judiciary Exams are:

1. For static GK, you can study from Ghatnachakra or Lucent GK, which are highly recommended Judiciary Books for the GK section. 
2. Ghatnachakra provides a set of questions from each topic. You can also find GK questions in the previous year's judiciary exams.
3. Lucent GK provides a variety of questions on all the topics for the GK section. Remember that when you study in Lucent, you need to focus more on Modern History than Ancient and Medival. 
4. You can also refer to Gk books for the judiciary, such as Mega Yearbook 2022 by Disha Experts, General Knowledge Manual 2022 by Pearson and Objective General Knowledge by Sanjiv Kumar.

Tips for Effective GK Preparation:

1. Strategic Study Plan: Incorporate dedicated time slots for GK preparation into your study schedule. Prioritize essential topics over attempting to cover everything.
2. Understand the Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the Judiciary Exam syllabus, of the GK section, which includes both static and current affairs.
3. Recommended Resources: Utilize trusted GK books like Lucent GK and Ghatnachakra, which come highly recommended by experts and successful candidates.
4. Newspaper Engagement: Regularly read reputable newspapers such as The Hindu and The Indian Express to stay abreast of current affairs.
5. Practice Current Affairs: Strengthen your preparation by regularly solving current affairs questions and quizzes to stay updated.
6. Emphasize Science: Allocate special focus to science-related topics, given their significant weightage in the exam.
7. Analyze Previous Papers: Analyze previous year question papers to identify recurring topics and understand their difficulty levels.
8. Take Notes: Enhance your understanding by creating concise notes from reliable sources to consolidate your learning.
9. Practice Mock Tests: Improve your time management and speed by regularly practicing mock tests.
10. Syllabus Integration: Enhance comprehension by linking current events with topics mentioned in the syllabus for a holistic preparation approach.

Know more about the GK Preparation and how to ace it in the judiciary exam.

Which are the Best Books for Haryana ADA 2026 English Preparation?

There are many books available both online and offline for the English language. However, choosing the right books will help aspirants score good marks over others.

The following are some of the best Judiciary Exam Books for English preparation.

1. English Grammar and Composition by Wren & Martin
2. Selected Contemporary Essays by Saumitra Mohan
3. 151 Essays by Arihant Publications
4. The Art of Writing Essay by Dhanasree Patil

Key Takeaways for Effective Preparation of Haryana ADA 

1. Start Early and Plan Strategically
   • Aspirants should initiate their preparation at least a year prior to the examination.
   • Allocating daily time towards English language studies is crucial for building a strong foundation.
2. Utilize Quality Resources
   • Engaging with highly recommended books and preparation materials specifically tailored for judiciary exams is essential.
   • Utilization of resources that are up-to-date and relevant to the current exam syllabus and pattern is recommended.
3. Practice and Revise
   • Regular practice with past examination papers is imperative for understanding the exam format and question types.
   • Continuous enhancement of vocabulary and grammar is necessary to improve language proficiency and exam performance.

The 2025-26 Haryana ADA recruitment cycle has ended with the final result on 21 October 2026. Candidates who have been selected, keep your documents in order and watch the HPSC website for the verification schedule. If you missed out, compare your interview marks with your Subject Knowledge Test score to see which stage needs more work. HPSC conducts ADA recruitment at regular intervals, so starting your preparation early for the next notification will give you a clear advantage.