Haryana ADA Syllabus PDF: Topics & Weightage

Overview: The official notification containing the Haryana ADA Syllabus 2026 is out. This article walks you through the topics included, the syllabus changes, and the official PDF.  

• The official notice by the Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) dated May 12, 2026, contains the Haryana ADA Syllabus. 
• The syllabus is broadly classified into General Studies and Law Subjects. 
• Has the Haryana ADA Syllabus changed in 2026? Possibly not; however, the weightage of Law subjects compared to General Studies has changed.  
• The screening test is scheduled for June 21, 2026. Good luck with your preparation! 

Let’s dive deep into understanding the syllabus!  

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Syllabus for ADA Haryana 2026  

After clear directions from the High Court, the HPSC made a few changes to the exam structure. As a result, the screening test will now maintain a balance between questions from Law and General Studies subjects.  

This means you can no longer rely solely on legal preparation. It’s important to have strong command over current affairs, Haryana GK, reasoning, and basic aptitude as well.  

The syllabus for Haryana ADA 2026 is mainly divided into two categories: General Studies subjects and Law subjects. Here are more details about them:  

General Studies Subjects

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. (Class X level)

Haryana GK: History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Culture, etc.

Law Subjects (Civil Law)

Code of Civil Procedure

Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

Indian Contract Act

Indian Partnership Act

Sale of Goods Act

Hindu Law

Mohammadan Law and Customary Law

Law Subjects (Criminal Law)

Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023

Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023

Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

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What Are the General Studies Subjects in ADA Haryana Syllabus 2026?  

General studies subjects focus mostly on basic academic subjects, analytical abilities, current affairs, and general aptitude. They include:  

• General Science: basic concepts from Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and environmental science. 
• Current Events of National and International Importance: recent developments in law, politics, economy, and international affairs.  
• History of India: major historical events, constitutional developments, the Indian freedom movement, etc.  
• Indian and World Geography: Indian and international geography, climate, and resources.  
• Indian Culture, Indian Polity, and Indian Economy: constitutional framework, governance structure, economic concepts, and cultural heritage. 
• General Mental Ability: reasoning and analytical skills, including logical reasoning and problem-solving. 
• Basic Numeracy and Data Interpretation: mathematics, charts, graphs, and data-based questions generally up to Class X level. 
• Haryana General Knowledge: history, geography, economy, polity, culture, administration, current affairs and development related to Haryana.

What Are the Law Subjects In ADA Haryana Syllabus 2026?  

Law subjects form a core requirement for the Assistant District Attorney role. It assesses the candidate’s knowledge of procedural law, regulations and principles necessary to carry out their duties for the role. This section has two categories: Civil Law and Criminal Law.  

Civil Law  

As the name suggests, Civil Law covers law related to civil procedures, commercial transactions, contracts and personal law. For this you should have good knowledge of the following:  

• Code of Civil Procedure 
• Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 
• Indian Contract Act 
• Indian Partnership Act 
• Sale of Goods Act 
• Hindu Law 
• Mohammadan Law and Customary Law  

You should understand legal principles, statutory provisions, and their practical applications in real-life scenarios.  

Criminal Law   

Criminal Law defines how to legally deal with criminal offences and procedures, and the rules of evidence. According to the ADA Haryana syllabus 2026, you should get a grasp of the following subjects:  

• Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 
• Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023 
• Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023  

Make sure you are aware of the updated statutory provisions that are currently enforced.  

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Haryana ADA 2026 Exam Details  

After modifications to the earlier process, the recruitment will be conducted in three tiers/phases.  

• The first phase will be a Screening Test that includes multiple-choice questions (MCQs). At least 50% of questions are supposed to be from the field of law, as stated in the earlier announcement. The screening test is only qualifying in nature.  
• The second phase will be the Subject Knowledge Test. This will be a descriptive written test.  
• The third phase is the Interview.  

There are no alterations to the second and third phase of the recruitment process.  

Conducting Authority	Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC)
Post Name	Assistant District Attorney
Exam Process	3 Tier: Screening Test→ Subject Knowledge Test→ Interview
Posts	255
Screening Test Date	21st June 2026
Screening Test mode	Offline (OMR format)
Minimum Cut-off	25%
Negative Marking	Yes (in the screening test)

Based on the cut-off, candidates shortlisted will be 10 times the number of available posts and bracketed candidates if any.  

What is the Haryana ADA Selection Process & Exam Pattern?  

You have the Haryana ADA Syllabus for 2026 but understanding the exam pattern and selection process will help you prepare better.  

Phase -1: Screening Test  

The screening test will only be qualifying in nature for this post. It will include objectives and minimum 50% of the questions will be from Law subjects. Candidates must achieve a 25% cut-off to get shortlisted for the next phase.  

Phase -2: Subject Knowledge Test  

This will be a descriptive written test to assess the candidates’ knowledge of legal principles, analytical abilities, drafting abilities, and procedural law. This test will have 87.5% weightage in the merit list.  

Phase -3: Interview  

The final interview phase assesses candidates on various aspects. It includes communication, analytical abilities, courtroom awareness, decisiveness, and obviously legal understanding. The interview has 12.5% weightage in the merit list.  

Preparing according to the Haryana ADA exam pattern and strengthening your knowledge in these core subjects will help you perform well.  

What are best preparation practices for Haryana ADA Exam 2026? 

Do not let the ADA Haryana syllabus overwhelm you. It’s time to give your best to the preparations. Remember, the screening test is getting closer. Here are a few tips we have for you to make sure you crack it:  

1. Get a Hold on Bare Acts and Procedural Laws  

You can read and understand sections directly from the bare acts for the civil and criminal laws. Pay attention to the important legal terminologies and their definitions, provisions, trial stages, and appeals to ensure accuracy in objective-type questions.  

2. Do Not Neglect General Studies Subjects 

The revised syllabus gives equal importance to Law subjects and General Studies subjects. Therefore, you cannot solely rely on law subjects for your Haryana ADA exam preparation. Make sure you are well-prepared with current affairs, politics, reasoning and basic quantitative aptitude.  

3. Follow Structured, Time-bound Study Schedules

There’s limited time for the screening test now. Therefore, set a study schedule that lets you balance between Law subjects, General Studies, revision, and mock tests. Do not underestimate the importance of revision and a realistic study schedule. It could give better results than prolonged studies.  

4. Make Short Notes for Revision  

Short notes usually come handy for revision. Make sure to create a few. This way you will hardly skip revision.  

5. Attend Full-length Mock Tests Before the Exam 

Apart from studies, mock tests help you develop the necessary exam temperament. These tests help you with time management, accuracy, and assess the exam difficulty.  

Conclusion  

Here are your key takeaways:  

• The HPSC released the Haryana ADA syllabus 2026. The screening test will be conducted on 21st June 2026.  
• The Haryana ADA recruitment 2026 will be held in three phases: Screening Test → Subject Knowledge Test → Interview 
• The screening test is only qualifying in nature and will include at least 50% of questions from Law subjects.  
• Candidates will be selected up to 10 times the available posts along with bracketed candidates (if any).