Before appointment to any post under the Government of Haryana, every candidate must satisfy the conditions laid down in Rules 8 to 10 of the Haryana Civil Services (General) Rules, 2016. These rules relate to nationality, character, antecedents, and medical fitness. They ensure that only eligible, healthy and trustworthy individuals are admitted into government service.
1️⃣ Rule 8 — Character and Nationality
(a) Nationality Requirement
- The candidate must be:
- a citizen of India; or
- a subject of Nepal or Bhutan; or
- a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 to settle permanently; or
- a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka or East African countries of Kenya, Uganda and the United Republic of Tanzania with the intention of permanent settlement in India.
- Such candidates (other than citizens of India) must obtain a certificate of eligibility from the Government of India before appointment.
(b) Character and Antecedents
- The appointing authority must be satisfied that the candidate is of good moral character.
- Character verification shall be carried out through the prescribed police and administrative channels before final appointment.
- No person convicted of any offence involving moral turpitude shall ordinarily be appointed to Government service.
2️⃣ Rule 9 — Medical Certificate of Fitness on First Appointment
- Every candidate selected for first entry into Government service must produce a medical certificate of fitness in the form prescribed in Annexure-2.
- The certificate must be issued by a competent medical authority as specified by the Government of Haryana.
- The purpose is to ensure that the candidate is medically fit for the duties of the post to which they are appointed.
Key Points
- The medical certificate is mandatory for first entry into service unless exempted under Rule 14.
- Fitness is certified after thorough medical examination by an authorized medical officer or board.
- The certificate forms part of the employee’s service record and must be retained by the Head of Office.
Rule Reference: Rule 9 of HCS (General) Rules 2016 – “Medical Certificate of Fitness.” :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
3️⃣ Rule 10 — Form of Medical Examination
- The examination shall be conducted in the prescribed form contained in Annexure-2.
- The medical authority must obtain the candidate’s signature and recent photograph in their presence and attest them on the certificate.
- The authority must certify in clear terms that the candidate is fit for service in the specific post and note any minor defects observed.
- Where necessary, the authority may recommend re-examination by a medical board.
Contents of Annexure-2 (Form of Certificate)
- Part I – Declaration by the Candidate: Personal details, self-declaration of health, and signature in presence of medical authority.
- Part II – Medical Report: Statement by examining medical officer covering vision, hearing, physical defects, disease history, and final opinion of fitness.
- Signature and stamp of the medical officer with date and designation are compulsory.
Rule Reference: Rule 10 of HCS (General) Rules 2016 – “Form of Medical Examination.” :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
4️⃣ Purpose and Administrative Responsibility
- Medical fitness verification prevents entry of persons with serious health defects unsuited to the duties of the post.
- Appointing authorities must ensure that no person is appointed without producing the certificate of fitness in the proper form.
- Copies of the certificate must be kept with the department and noted in the Service Book as proof of fitness.
✅ Quick Summary Table — Rules 8 to 10 at a Glance
| Rule No. | Subject | Key Provision |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | Character and Nationality | Citizenship & good character verification before appointment. |
| 9 | Medical Certificate of Fitness | Mandatory for first entry; issued by competent medical authority in Annexure-2 form. |
| 10 | Form of Medical Examination | Candidate’s photo & signature attested during exam; report recorded in Annexure-2. |
FAQs (Official Rules 8–10)
1. Is a medical certificate compulsory for first entry into Haryana Government service?
Yes. Every new entrant must produce a fitness certificate under Rule 9 unless formally exempted by competent authority.
2. Who issues the medical certificate of fitness?
An authorized civil surgeon or other medical officer designated as competent by the Government of Haryana.
3. What form is used for medical examination?
The prescribed form given in Annexure-2 of the Rules — consisting of the candidate’s declaration and the medical officer’s report.
4. Is character verification mandatory?
Yes. Appointing authority must verify the candidate’s moral character and antecedents before appointment under Rule 8.
5. Can a non-citizen be appointed to Haryana Government service?
Yes, if covered under Rule 8 and holding a certificate of eligibility from the Government of India.
Conclusion
Rules 8 to 10 form the foundation of eligibility for Haryana Government service — covering character, citizenship and medical fitness. Every appointing authority must strictly apply these rules to maintain integrity and efficiency in public service recruitment.
Source: Finance Department, Government of Haryana – Haryana Civil Services (General) Rules 2016 (PDF uploaded officially)