“Haryana’s government launched a new employment scheme on June 27, 2025, to support ex-servicemen, offering priority job placements, skill training, and financial aid. The initiative aims to secure livelihoods for veterans, with reserved posts in government and private sectors, alongside incentives for entrepreneurship.”
Haryana Launches Employment Initiative for Ex-Servicemen
On June 27, 2025, the Haryana government rolled out a comprehensive employment scheme tailored for ex-servicemen, aimed at ensuring their seamless transition into civilian life through job opportunities, skill development, and financial support. The initiative, announced by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, underscores the state’s commitment to honoring veterans’ service by providing them with sustainable livelihoods.
The scheme reserves 10% of Group A and B posts and 14% of Group C and D posts in Haryana’s government jobs exclusively for ex-servicemen, building on existing quotas outlined by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC). Additionally, private companies partnering with the state government will offer priority hiring for veterans in roles such as security personnel, administrative staff, and technical positions. Approximately 7,000 vacancies across sectors like the Haryana Police, teaching, and public service commissions are earmarked for ex-servicemen in 2025, with specific allocations including 2,827 Group C posts, 1,895 Group D posts, and 700 constable positions in the police department.
To enhance employability, the scheme includes free skill development programs through partnerships with institutions like HARTRON and vocational training centers. These programs focus on high-demand sectors such as IT, logistics, and manufacturing. Ex-servicemen can also access loans up to Rs. 15 lakh at subsidized rates to start small businesses or cottage industries, fostering entrepreneurship. The initiative extends financial assistance, including monthly stipends of Rs. 3,000 for disabled ex-servicemen discharged on medical grounds, with an annual increment of Rs. 400, as per the Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department.
The scheme also introduces a unique mentorship program, where retired senior officers guide younger veterans in navigating job applications and interviews. This is complemented by age relaxation of up to four years for roles like Sub-Inspector in the Haryana Police, where the upper age limit is typically 27 years. The government has also collaborated with the Directorate General Resettlement (DGR) to streamline job applications, ensuring ex-servicemen can apply directly through Zila Sainik Boards (ZSBs).
Haryana’s Ex-Services League (HESL), with over 1,21,000 members, has welcomed the scheme, emphasizing its potential to address unemployment among veterans. However, HESL urged the government to ensure timely implementation and transparency in job allocations. The initiative also aligns with the state’s broader welfare measures, such as healthcare benefits under the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) and housing assistance for war widows and disabled veterans.
The scheme has garnered attention on platforms like X, where veterans and policymakers have praised its focus on economic empowerment, though some users highlighted the need for robust monitoring to prevent bureaucratic delays. With an estimated 59,717 government job openings for ex-servicemen nationwide in 2025, Haryana’s scheme positions the state as a leader in veteran welfare.
Disclaimer: This article is based on information from government announcements, official websites like hpsc.gov.in, and reports from credible sources such as cgresettlement.com and myscheme.gov.in. Additional insights were gathered from trending discussions on X. The information is accurate as of July 6, 2025, but readers are advised to verify details through official channels for the latest updates.