The Haryana Civil Services (General) Rules, 2016 classify all Haryana Government posts into four distinct groups – Group A, Group B, Group C, and Group D. This classification is based on the level of responsibility, pay structure, and nature of duties. Understanding this classification is important because it determines the recruitment process, appointing authority, and service conditions for each category of employees.
1️⃣ Rule 25 – Classification of Posts
According to Rule 25 of the Haryana Civil Services (General) Rules, all civil posts under the Government of Haryana shall be classified into the following four categories:
| Group | Typical Pay Level (7th CPC) | Approx. Grade Pay (Pre-2016) | Examples of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group A (Gazetted) | Pay Level 10 & above (₹56,100 and above) | ₹5400 and above | HCS (Executive Branch) Officers, Engineers, Doctors, Senior Account Officers, District-level Officers, etc. |
| Group B (Gazetted & Non-Gazetted) | Pay Level 6 to 9 (₹35,400–₹53,100) | ₹4200–₹4800 | Assistant Engineers, Superintendents, Section Officers, Senior Assistants, Teachers (PGT level). |
| Group C (Non-Gazetted) | Pay Level 2 to 5 (₹19,900–₹29,200) | ₹1900–₹2800 | Clerks, Typists, Drivers, Storekeepers, Lab Assistants, Data Entry Operators. |
| Group D (Non-Gazetted) | Pay Level 1 (₹18,000–₹19,000) | ₹1300–₹1650 | Peons, Chowkidars, Sweepers, Malis, Helpers, Attendants. |
- The classification is determined according to the **pay level and duties** attached to the post.
- It ensures a clear administrative hierarchy and uniformity across departments.
2️⃣ Rule 26 – Authority to Classify or Reclassify Posts
- The Administrative Department, in consultation with the Finance Department, has the authority to:
- Classify new posts into Groups A, B, C, or D; and
- Reclassify existing posts when pay scales or duties change.
- All such classification or reclassification orders must be:
- Formally issued by the Government, and
- Notified in the Official Gazette.
- Once notified, the change becomes applicable across the entire service or cadre concerned.
3️⃣ Rule 27 – Effect of Reclassification on Employees
- When a post is upgraded or reclassified:
- The current holder (incumbent) continues in the same post without interruption.
- No loss of pay, seniority, or service benefits occurs.
- If the duties and pay scale are upgraded, the incumbent may be eligible for revised pay or designation as per Government orders.
- Reclassification does not amount to a new appointment; it only adjusts the post’s category to match duties and pay.
4️⃣ Rule 28 – Cadre Strength and Maintenance
- Every department must maintain a record of sanctioned posts, showing the number of posts in each group (A, B, C, D).
- Cadre review must be conducted periodically to ensure:
- Proper proportion between supervisory and subordinate posts, and
- Availability of promotional avenues within each group.
- Any creation or abolition of posts must be approved by the Finance Department and reflected in official cadre schedules.
✅ Quick Comparison – Haryana Government Post Classification
| Group | Nature | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group A | Gazetted / Executive | 10 & above | HCS Officers, Engineers, Doctors |
| Group B | Gazetted / Non-Gazetted Supervisory | 6–9 | Section Officers, AEs, Teachers |
| Group C | Clerical / Technical | 2–5 | Clerks, Typists, DEOs |
| Group D | Support / Manual | 1 | Peons, Sweepers, Helpers |
FAQs – Classification of Posts in Haryana Government
1. How are Haryana Government posts classified?
Under Rule 25, all posts are divided into four groups — A, B, C, and D — based on pay and duties.
2. Who decides the classification of a post?
The Administrative Department, with concurrence of the Finance Department, classifies or reclassifies posts (Rule 26).
3. Does reclassification affect an employee’s seniority?
No. The incumbent continues in the same post without loss of pay, seniority, or service benefits (Rule 27).
4. What is the highest and lowest group in Haryana Government service?
Group A is the highest (officers and gazetted posts) and Group D is the lowest (supporting staff).
5. What is the benefit of cadre review under Rule 28?
It ensures balanced staffing structure, timely promotions, and effective career management in departments.
Conclusion
The Classification of Posts (Rules 25–28) under the Haryana Civil Services (General) Rules, 2016 provides a transparent structure for categorizing posts based on duties and pay. It ensures administrative clarity, fair promotion opportunities, and uniform service conditions across all departments of the Haryana Government.
Source: Official Haryana Civil Services (General) Rules 2016 PDF – Finance Department, Government of Haryana.