What is the work of a Haryana Patwari?

A Haryana Patwari maintains land records for their assigned circle including jamabandi (updated every 4 years), Girdawari register (biannual crop inspection), and khasra girdawari. They record changes in land ownership through mutation (intkal), prepare reports on agricultural production, and assist in natural calamity damage assessment for compensation. Haryana Patwaris use the Jamabandi Portal (jamabandi.nic.in) for digital record maintenance and issue nakal (certified copies) of land records to citizens. They work under Kanungos and report to the Tehsildar for revenue administration.

What is the syllabus for Haryana Patwari HSSC exam?

The Haryana Patwari exam syllabus includes General Knowledge of Haryana (history, geography, culture, polity, economy, schemes, current events), Hindi (grammar, vocabulary, comprehension), Mathematics (arithmetic, algebra, geometry, mensuration), Revenue Laws & Land Records (Punjab Land Revenue Act, Haryana land reforms, mutation procedures, jamabandi formats), and Reasoning (logical, verbal, non-verbal). The Punjab Land Revenue Act 1887 is applicable to Haryana and is frequently tested. Questions on Haryana's agricultural economy, irrigation systems, and rural development schemes are also included.

What is the salary of a Haryana Patwari?

A Haryana Patwari receives a basic pay in the pay matrix corresponding to a Grade Pay of Rs. 2,400, with gross monthly salary of approximately Rs. 22,000–28,000 including DA, HRA, and field allowance. The in-hand salary is approximately Rs. 19,000–25,000 per month. Special field duty allowance is provided for Girdawari surveys and village visits. Career progression includes promotion to Kanungo, Naib Tehsildar, and Tehsildar levels through departmental examinations and seniority.

What is the Punjab Land Revenue Act and why is it tested?

The Punjab Land Revenue Act 1887 governs land revenue administration in Haryana (as it was carved out of Punjab in 1966 and retained the same laws). It defines the powers of revenue officers, procedures for assessment and collection of land revenue, mutation of land records, and settlement operations. The Act provides for courts of revenue officers at different levels and outlines rights and liabilities of landowners. Since Haryana Patwaris operate under this law daily, the exam tests knowledge of key sections including those on record of rights, partition of estates, and correction of errors.

How many attempts are allowed for Haryana Patwari exam?

There is no restriction on the number of attempts for Haryana Patwari exam as long as the candidate is within the prescribed age limit of 17-42 years. However, the relaxation in upper age limit for reserved categories follows Haryana government norms — SC/BC candidates get 5 years relaxation, and ex-servicemen get relaxation as per policy. Candidates may apply as many times as vacancies are notified until they exceed the age limit. It is advisable to prepare thoroughly before each attempt to maximize the chance of selection.

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Haryana Patwari Preparation Guide

HSSC (Haryana Staff Selection Commission)

Your Complete Preparation Guide for Haryana Patwari 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyModerate

Total Marks100

Duration90 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Offline (OMR-based)

Frequency

As per vacancy notification, typically every 2-3 years

Next Exam Date

2026-09-20

EEligibility Criteria

Graduation from a recognized university; age 17-42 years; Haryana domicile required; basic computer knowledge preferred

ANumber of Attempts

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Master Haryana-specific topics: Haryana history, geography (districts, rivers, crops), important personalities, government schemes, and current affairs as GK section is state-focused.

Study the Punjab Land Revenue Act 1887 in detail along with Haryana land reforms legislation — questions on sections, provisions, and procedures are direct and specific.

Use the Haryana Jamabandi Portal to understand how digital land records look, how nakal is issued, and what fields a jamabandi contains for practical context in answers.

Practice reasoning questions including number series, analogies, blood relations, and direction sense — the reasoning section helps differentiate candidates at the same knowledge level.

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
General Knowledge of Haryana	20	20	18 min
Hindi	20	20	18 min
Mathematics	20	20	18 min
Revenue Laws & Land Records	20	20	18 min
Reasoning	20	20	18 min
Total	100	100	90 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

2026-07-15

Next Exam Date

2026-09-20

Conducted By

HSSC (Haryana Staff Selection Commission)

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