Haryana Offers 3-Year Age Relaxation for Police Constable CET Exam

The Haryana Government has announced a three-year age relaxation for candidates appearing in the Common Entrance Test for police constable recruitment. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini stated the decision aims to provide justice to eligible youth who suffered due to the exam not being conducted after 2022. This move was taken after considering the demands of the state's youth. The announcement was made alongside the launch of educational initiatives like the NEEV portal and Gyan Setu MoUs, positioning education as central to Haryana's long-term development.

Key Points: Haryana Announces Age Relaxation for Police Constable CET

  • 3-year age relaxation for CET
  • Justice for 2022 exam losses
  • Part of broader education reforms
  • Focus on youth employment and skills
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Haryana Government announces age relaxation for Common Entrance Test

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announces a 3-year age relaxation for the Police Constable CET, aiding youth affected by the 2022 exam delays.

"Youth who could not apply for the CET exam due to their age, will now have a 3-year relaxation. - Nayab Singh Saini"

Chandigarh, January 22

The Haryana Government on Thursday announced an age relaxation for candidates appearing for the Common Entrance Test under the state's police constable recruitment drive.

Speaking to ANI, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that students who were previously unable to apply for the CET due to their age will now receive a three-year relaxation.

The Chief Minister emphasised that the decision was taken in the interest of the youth, asserting that it is the government's duty to provide justice to eligible students who suffered losses during the 2022 CET examination.

"...Haryana Govt has always stood with the youth. With regard to the Police Constable recruitment, the youth of the state had been meeting me at my residence. We had assured them relaxation in age in CET exam. We have made a decision on this age relaxation. Taking the demands of the youth who met me very seriously, necessary directions have been given. After 2022, due to the CET exam not being conducted, the eligible youth who suffered losses - it is the duty of our government to do justice to them. We have decided that in the interest of the youth, that for the upcoming exam the candidates have been given age relaxation. I extend them best wishes...Youth who could not apply for the CET exam due to their age, will now have a 3-year relaxation," said CM Saini.

Earlier, Haryana Chief Minister launched the National Education Evaluation and Validation (NEEV) Portal, designed to strengthen the implementation of the National Education Policy through continuous evaluation and data-based monitoring, according to an official release.

In the presence of the Chief Minister, Memoranda of Understanding were also signed under the 'Gyan Setu' initiative between the Golden Jubilee Haryana Institute for Fiscal Management and various universities to promote academic collaboration, research integration, and institutional capacity building.

The Chief Minister said that the initiatives unveiled mark a defining moment in Haryana's education reforms. The objective is to build an education ecosystem that goes beyond conventional degrees and focuses on skills, innovation, and employability. Referring to the Vision Document-2047, launched in alignment with the Prime Minister's vision of a developed India by 2047, he said Haryana is positioning education as a central pillar of long-term development.

Nayab Singh Saini further said the National Education Policy reflects a forward-looking framework that integrates knowledge with practical skills, enabling youth to become self-reliant and economically productive. The MoUs signed under the Gyan Setu initiative will ensure that academic research and institutional expertise are aligned with governance priorities and societal needs, he said.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good decision, but the government should have planned better to avoid such delays in the first place. The uncertainty caused so much stress for aspirants. The NEEV portal and Gyan Setu sound promising for education reform, though. Focus on skills is the need of the hour.
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Vikram M
Finally some relief for the youth! My cousin was heartbroken when he crossed the age limit waiting for the exam. This 3-year relaxation will give hope to thousands. Jai Haryana! Now please ensure the exam is conducted transparently and on time.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the dual focus on immediate recruitment needs and long-term education strategy. The NEEV portal for data-based monitoring could be a game-changer if implemented well. Aligning academic research with governance (Gyan Setu) is a smart move.
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Aman W
Bahut accha faisla! This shows the government is listening. The police force will benefit from experienced candidates who were earlier barred. The education reforms mentioned alongside are even more crucial for the state's future. Skill-based education >>>> just degrees.
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Nikhil C
While the age relaxation is praiseworthy, I hope it doesn't create a huge backlog of applicants making the competition unrealistically tough. They must increase vacancies proportionately. The Vision 2047 link is ambitious – hope the execution matches the vision.

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