Andaman and Nicobar Administration has published the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Recruitment Notification 2026 vide Advertisement No. 02/HSL/2026 dated June 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 716 Group B (NG) and Group C vacancies across 38 posts in various departments including Lower Grade Clerk, Stenographer (OG), Forester, Tally Clerk, IT Analyst, Marine Radio Operator, and many more. Candidates within the age range as per post-wise eligibility criteria and holding qualifications such as 10th Pass, 12th Pass, ITI, Diploma, or Graduation are eligible to apply online at erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in. The application process will be active from 15 June 2026 to 05 July 2026, and candidates can easily access the notification PDF and apply link below.
Andaman and Nicobar Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
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Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Secretariat, Sri Vijayapuram, has officially released Advertisement No. 02/HSL/2026 dated June 2026 for conducting the Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2026 to fill up Group B (NG) and Group C posts in various departments under the A & N Administration. The examination will be conducted in Online TBT (Tablet Based Test) mode. Candidates are strongly advised to download and read the full advertisement before applying online.
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Andaman and Nicobar Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Secretariat, Sri Vijayapuram |
| Advertisement No. | 02/HSL/2026 |
| Exam Name | Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination, 2026 |
| Post Names | Laboratory Assistant, Stenographer, Lower Division Clerk, Mechanical Foreman, Forester, Veterinary Compounder, Patwari, Soil Conservation Field Assistant, Agriculture Field Assistant, Godown Keeper, Sub-Inspector of Fisheries, Plaster Room Technician, Typist, Sales Assistant, Village Level Worker, Gram Sevika, Master 1st Class, Chief Engine Driver (SG), Master 2nd Class, Marine Radio Operator, Tally Clerk, Store Keeper, Sales Girl, Depot Clerk, Storekeeper, Weaving Instructor, Typist-Cum-Clerk, IT Analyst, Lower Grade Clerk, Stenographer (OG), Field Assistant, Computer Assistant Gr.-A' and others |
| Post Group | Group B (NG) & Group C |
| Total Vacancies | 716 (tentative, subject to change) |
| Pay Scale | 7th CPC Pay Level-2 to Level-6 (as per post) |
| Application Mode | Online only (via official A&N Administration website) |
| Selection Mode | Tier-I: Online TBT (Tablet Based Test) + Tier-II: Physical Standard / Skill / Trade Test (for specific posts, qualifying in nature) |
| Official Website | https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in |
A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Start Date for Online Applications | 15 June 2026 (12:00 Noon) |
| Last Date for Online Applications | 05 July 2026 (12:00 Midnight) |
| Date of TBT Examination (Tier-I) | To be intimated later through official website / SMS / E-mail |
| Date of Tier-II (Physical / Skill / Trade Test) | To be notified later |
| Document Verification | To be notified later |
A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
A total of 716 vacancies have been announced across 38 Group B (NG) and Group C posts in various departments under the Andaman & Nicobar Administration. The vacancies are distributed across UR, ST, OBC, and EWS categories. The number of vacancies is tentative and may increase or decrease at the sole discretion of the A&N Administration. Only Local Scheduled Tribe candidates covered under A&N Islands Scheduled Tribe Order 1959 are eligible for ST quota reservation.
| Sl. No. | Post Code | Name of Post | Department | Group | Pay Level | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 195/26 | Laboratory Assistant | Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Service | C | Level-3 | 6 |
| 2 | 196/26 | Stenographer | Chief Pay And Accounts Office | C | Level-4 | 2 |
| 3 | 197/26 | Lower Division Clerk | Chief Pay And Accounts Office | C | Level-2 | 5 |
| 4 | 198/26 | Mechanical Foreman | Department of Environment & Forests | C | Level-5 | 1 |
| 5 | 199/26 | Forester | Department of Environment & Forests | C | Level-5 | 36 |
| 6 | 200/26 | Stenographer (OG) | Department of Environment & Forests | C | Level-4 | 3 |
| 7 | 201/26 | Veterinary Compounder | Department of Environment & Forests | C | Level-4 | 3 |
| 8 | 202/26 | Patwari | Deputy Commissioner (SA) | C | Level-3 | 8 |
| 9 | 203/26 | Soil Conservation Field Assistant | Directorate of Agriculture | C | Level-2 | 4 |
| 10 | 204/26 | Agriculture Field Assistant | Directorate of Agriculture | C | Level-2 | 13 |
| 11 | 205/26 | Godown Keeper | Directorate of Disaster Management | C | Level-3 | 2 |
| 12 | 206/26 | Laboratory Assistant | Directorate of Education | C | Level-4 | 9 |
| 13 | 207/26 | Sub-Inspector of Fisheries | Directorate of Fisheries | C | Level-3 | 2 |
| 14 | 208/26 | Plaster Room Technician | Directorate of Health Service | C | Level-4 | 1 |
| 15 | 209/26 | Typist | Directorate of Health Service | C | Level-2 | 1 |
| 16 | 210/26 | Sales Assistant | Directorate of Industries | C | Level-2 | 2 |
| 17 | 211/26 | Village Level Worker | Directorate of RD, PRIs & Urban Local Bodies | C | Level-3 | 28 |
| 18 | 212/26 | Gram Sevika | Directorate of RD, PRIs & Urban Local Bodies | C | Level-3 | 4 |
| 19 | 213/26 | Master 1st Class | Directorate of Shipping Service (Afloat) | B(NG) | Level-6 | 26 |
| 20 | 214/26 | Chief Engine Driver (Sea Going) | Directorate of Shipping Service (Afloat) | B(NG) | Level-6 | 11 |
| 21 | 215/26 | Master 2nd Class | Directorate of Shipping Service (Afloat) | C | Level-4 | 13 |
| 22 | 216/26 | Marine Radio Operator | Directorate of Shipping Service (Afloat) | C | Level-4 | 5 |
| 23 | 217/26 | Tally Clerk | Directorate of Shipping Service (Afloat) | C | Level-4 | 7 |
| 24 | 218/26 | Store Keeper (Dockyard) | Directorate of Shipping Service (Afloat) | C | Level-4 | 1 |
| 25 | 219/26 | Sales Girl | Directorate of Social Welfare | C | Level-2 | 1 |
| 26 | 220/26 | Depot Clerk | Directorate of Transport | C | Level-2 | 8 |
| 27 | 221/26 | Storekeeper | Directorate of Transport | C | Level-4 | 3 |
| 28 | 222/26 | Weaving Instructor | District Prison, Prothrapur | C | Level-2 | 1 |
| 29 | 223/26 | Typist-Cum-Clerk | Electricity Department, Sri Vijaya Puram | C | Level-2 | 3 |
| 30 | 224/26 | IT Analyst | Information Technology | C | Level-4 | 7 |
| 31 | 225/26 | Tally Clerk | Port Management Board, Sri Vijaya Puram | C | Level-4 | 23 |
| 32 | 226/26 | Marine Radio Operator | Port Management Board, Sri Vijaya Puram | C | Level-4 | 6 |
| 33 | 227/26 | Lower Grade Clerk | Secretariat, A&N Administration | C | Level-2 | 426 |
| 34 | 228/26 | Stenographer (OG) | Secretariat, A&N Administration | C | Level-4 | 33 |
| 35 | 229/26 | Field Assistant | The Municipal Council, Sri Vijaya Puram | C | Level-2 | 1 |
| 36 | 230/26 | Lower Grade Clerk | The Municipal Council, Sri Vijaya Puram | C | Level-2 | 9 |
| 37 | 231/26 | Stenographer (OG) | The Municipal Council, Sri Vijaya Puram | C | Level-4 | 1 |
| 38 | 232/26 | Computer Assistant Gr.-A' | The Municipal Council, Sri Vijaya Puram | C | Level-4 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 716 | |||||
| Name of Post | UR | ST | OBC | EWS | PwDs | ESM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laboratory Assistant | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Stenographer | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lower Division Clerk | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mechanical Foreman | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forester | 12 | 7 | 11 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Stenographer (OG) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Compounder | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Patwari | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Soil Conservation Field Assistant | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Agriculture Field Assistant | 5 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Godown Keeper | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory Assistant | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sub-Inspector of Fisheries | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Plaster Room Technician | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Typist | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sales Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Village Level Worker | 14 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Gram Sevika | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Master 1st Class | 10 | 2 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Chief Engine Driver (Sea Going) | 6 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Master 2nd Class | 7 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Marine Radio Operator | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Tally Clerk | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Store Keeper (Dockyard) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sales Girl | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Depot Clerk | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Storekeeper | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Weaving Instructor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Typist-Cum-Clerk | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| IT Analyst | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Tally Clerk | 12 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Marine Radio Operator | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lower Grade Clerk | 197 | 16 | 174 | 39 | 21 | 2 |
| Stenographer (OG) | 12 | 4 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Field Assistant | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lower Grade Clerk | 5 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Stenographer (OG) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Computer Assistant Gr.-A' | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of online application (05-07-2026). The qualification prescribed should have been obtained from Govt. recognized Universities/Boards/Institutions. Candidates should fully satisfy themselves before applying that they possess the minimum essential qualification as laid down in the advertisement for the specific post they wish to apply for.
Educational Qualification
| Post Name (Post Code) | Essential Educational Qualification | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| Laboratory Assistant - Animal Husbandry (195/26) | (i) 12th Pass from a recognized board/university with Biology as one of the subjects. (ii) Diploma in Laboratory Technician Course from a recognized Institute. | Nil |
| Stenographer - Chief Pay & Accounts Office (196/26) | (i) Passed Senior School Certificate Examination (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized Board/Institution. (ii) Should pass in Shorthand and Typewriting examination with a speed of 80 words per minute in Shorthand and 40 words per minute in Typewriting. (iii) Should qualify in the written examination as well as trade test conducted by the A & N Admn./SSC. | Computer Education |
| Lower Division Clerk - Chief Pay & Accounts Office (197/26) | (i) 12th Class pass qualification from a recognized Board or Institution. (ii) A typing speed at 35 words per minute in English on Computer or at 30 words per minute in Hindi on Computer (Time allowed 10 minutes); 35 words per minute and 30 words per minute correspond to 10500 KDPH/9000 KDPH on an average of 05 key depressions for each word. | Computer Education |
| Mechanical Foreman - Environment & Forests (198/26) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Institution. | Two years experience in Automobiles Engines. |
| Forester - Environment & Forests (199/26) | (1) Senior Secondary Examination (10+2) passed in Science from a recognized Board. (2) Physical Standard (minimum): Height - General (Male) 163 cm, (Female) 150 cm; ST (Male) 152 cm, (Female) 145 cm. Chest Normal - General (Male) 84 cm, (Female) 79 cm; ST (Male) 84 cm, (Female) 79 cm. Chest Expanded - General (Male) 89 cm, (Female) 84 cm; ST (Male) 89 cm, (Female) 84 cm. (3) Must pass written Recruitment Tests: English & General Knowledge, Science (Physics, Chemistry, Maths & Biology). (4) Must pass physical endurance test of 25 kms walk for males and 14 kms for females to be completed in 4 hours. (5) Selected candidates will have to successfully complete Forestry Training Course on appointment. | Nil |
| Stenographer (OG) - Environment & Forests (200/26) | (1) Must have passed Senior Secondary School Certificate (XII Std.) from a recognized Board/Institution. (2) Should pass in Shorthand and Typewriting with a speed of 80 words per minute in Shorthand and 40 words per minute in Typewriting on manual typewriter or 45 w.p.m. on Computer (45 w.p.m. correspond to 13500 KDPH on an average of 5 key depression for each word). (3) Should qualify in the written examination as well as trade test conducted by the Department of Environment and Forests/Administration/Staff Selection Commission. | Basic knowledge of Computer Software like word processing, spread sheet, power point etc. |
| Veterinary Compounder - Environment & Forests (201/26) | A. Passed in Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (XII Std.) in Science Stream from a recognized Institution/Board. B. Diploma in Animal Husbandry/Veterinary Pharmacy/Livestock extension or equivalent from a recognized Institute or Board (minimum 02 years Course). C. Must qualify the written Recruitment Test/Computer Based Test conducted by the Department/Administration or any authorized agency. D. Must qualify Physical Endurance Test. | Nil |
| Patwari - Deputy Commissioner SA (202/26) | (i) Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (12th Class) from a recognized board. (ii) Should qualify written test. Note: Selected candidates must undergo requisite training and pass the departmental examination for Patwaries in three chances following completion of training, failing which service will be liable for termination. | Nil |
| Soil Conservation Field Assistant - Agriculture (203/26) | (i) Pass in Senior Secondary School Certificate (10+2) in Science Stream with Biology as one of the subject from a recognized board/institute. (OR) (ii) Matriculation or its equivalent with ITI Trade Certificate course in Survey or Draftsmanship. Note: Selected candidates must undergo Soil Conservation Training Course of not less than one year duration. | Nil |
| Agriculture Field Assistant - Agriculture (204/26) | (i) Pass in Senior Secondary School Certificate (10+2) in Science Stream with Biology as one of the subject from a recognized board/university. (ii) Should qualify written test to be conducted by the Staff Selection Commission/Administration. | Nil |
| Godown Keeper - Disaster Management (205/26) | (i) Senior Secondary School Examination (XII Std.) passed from a recognized Board/Institution. (ii) One year Diploma in Computer Applications. | 2 years experience in handling stores in reputed firms. |
| Laboratory Assistant - Education (206/26) | Must have passed Senior Secondary School Examination with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as subjects from a recognized Board/Institution. | (1) Bachelor's Degree in Science of the subject concerned. (2) Two years experience as Laboratory Assistant in any Govt. recognized Institution/School. (3) Knowledge of Hindi. |
| Sub-Inspector of Fisheries (207/26) | (1) Pass in Senior School Certificate Examination (XIIth Std.) in Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects from a recognized Board/Institution. (OR) (2) Pass in Secondary School Examination (Xth Std.) AND Training as Gear Technician or Fishing Second Hand from CIFNET, Chennai/Cochin. (OR) (3) Pass in Secondary School Examination (Xth Std.) AND Diploma course in Fishery Engineering/Fishing Boat Skipper conducted by any Govt. Polytechnic. | Nil |
| Plaster Room Technician - Health Service (208/26) | (i) Senior Secondary Certificate Examination XIIth Std Pass from a recognized Board/Institution. | Certificate course from a recognized Institute/Hospital. |
| Typist - Health Service (209/26) | (i) Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (XIIth Std.) Pass from a recognized Board/Institution. (ii) Should qualify from written competitive examination. (iii) A typing speed of 30 w.p.m. in English or 25 w.p.m. in Hindi on normal typewriter (OR) A typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on Computer (35 w.p.m. and 30 w.p.m. correspondence to 10500 KDPH/90000 KDPH in an average of 5000 key depression for per minute). | Knowledge of Computer. |
| Sales Assistant - Industries (210/26) | a. Senior Secondary School Examination (12th Std.) passed from a recognized Board. b. 2 years experience in sales from any reputed emporium/enterprises dealing in handicrafts. Or c. Degree in any discipline from a recognized University, and One year certificate course in Computer Applications with Tally as one subject. Note: Experience qualifications are relaxable at the discretion of the Lt. Governor for SC and ST candidates. | Nil |
| Village Level Worker (211/26) | (i) Senior School Certificate Examination (12th Class) from a recognized board or university. (ii) Should qualify the written examination. | (i) Certificate Course in Rural Development from a recognized Institute. (ii) One year experience in the field of Rural Development. (iii) Computer Knowledge. |
| Gram Sevika (212/26) | (i) Senior School Certificate Examination (12th Class) from a recognized board or university. (ii) Should qualify the written examination. | (i) Certificate Course in Rural Development from a recogized Institute. (ii) One year experience in the field of Rural Development. (iii) Computer Knowledge. |
| Master 1st Class - Shipping Service Afloat (213/26) | 1. Senior Secondary School examination (XIIth Pass) from a recognized Board/Institute. 2. Should possess Certificate of Competency of Master 1st Class under IV Act, 1917 (1 of 1917) with STCW 95 endorsement. | 02 (Two) years experience as Master 1st Class. |
| Chief Engine Driver (Sea Going) - Shipping Service Afloat (214/26) | 1. Senior Secondary School examination (XIIth Pass) from a recognized Board/Institute. 2. Must possess Certificate of Competency of Chief Engine Driver (Sea Going) under I.V Act, 1917. | Two years experience as Chief Engine Driver (SG) and having the STCW 95 endorsement as amended from time to time from a recognized institute. |
| Master 2nd Class - Shipping Service Afloat (215/26) | Senior Secondary School examination (XIIth Pass) from a recognized Board/Institute. Should possess Certificate of Competency of Master 2nd Class under IV Act, 1917. | 02 (Two) years experience as Master 2nd Class. |
| Marine Radio Operator - Shipping Service Afloat (216/26) | 1. 12th Pass or equivalent. 2. Certificate of proficiency in GMDSS (GOC) issued by the Ministry of Communication and its equivalent. 3. Pass in Trade Test. 4. Vision Normal in both eyes, colour vision is essential and wearing of glass is not permitted upto the age of 40 years. 5. Pass in Swimming Test. | STCW;95 endorsement & 3 years of professional experience as Radio Operator on sea going vessel. |
| Tally Clerk - Shipping Service Afloat (217/26) | 1. Senior Secondary School examination (XIIth Std.) pass from a recognized Board/Institution. 2. Should qualify in the swimming Test and written test. | Nil |
| Store Keeper (Dockyard) - Shipping Service Afloat (218/26) | (i) Senior Secondary School (XIIth Std.) Examination passed from a recognized Board/Institution. (ii) Should have the basic knowledge in operation of Computer. | Nil |
| Sales Girl - Social Welfare (219/26) | Must have passed in Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (XIIth Std.) or equivalent from a recognized Board/University. | 3 years experience in sale department, cash handling, accounting and maintenance of stock register. |
| Depot Clerk - Transport (220/26) | (i) Pass in Senior School Certificate Examination (XIIth Std.) or equivalent from a recognized Board/Institution. (ii) Should qualify in the written competitive examination conducted by the Department or any authorized agency. (iii) Diploma in computer application for one year course from the recognized Govt. Organization/Institution. (iv) A typing speed of 30 w.p.m. in English or 25 w.p.m. in Hindi on manual typewriter (OR) A typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on Computer (35 w.p.m. and 30 w.p.m. correspond to 10500 KDPH/9000 KDPH on an average of 5 Key depressions for each word). | Nil |
| Storekeeper - Transport (221/26) | Pass in Senior School Certificate Examination (XII Std.) or equivalent from a recognized Board/Institution. | 3 (Three) years experience in handling various kind of stores in Automobile Workshop and maintenance of its Accounts. |
| Weaving Instructor - District Prison (222/26) | 1. Must have passed XII th Standard from any recognized Board. 2. Should possess one year diploma/Certificate in the trade from recognized institution. | Teaching/Training experience of atleast one year. |
| Typist-Cum-Clerk - Electricity Department (223/26) | 1. Sr. Secondary School Examination (XII) Pass from a recognized Board/Institution. 2. Should qualify the written examination. 3. On Computer typing speed of 35 Word Per Minute in English or 30 Word Per Minute in Hindi (Corresponding to 10500 KDPH/9500 KDPH on average of 5 key depression for each word). | Nil |
| IT Analyst - Information Technology (224/26) | (A) (i) Diploma in Computer Engineering of 3 years duration after (10+2) from recognized institution. (OR) Post Diploma in Computer Application or post graduate diploma in Computer Application (after 3 years Diploma in any Engineering field or Degree in Science from a recognized institution). (OR) Pass in Senior Secondary School Certificate (XII Std.) from a recognized Institution/Board or University with one year Certificate Course in Computer Application/Programming from a recognized institution. Note: Higher qualification in the field of IT such as BE/B.Tech (Comp. Science or IT), BCA, MCA, ME/M.Tech (Comp. Science or IT) etc. from recognized institutions being higher than Diploma will be eligible. And (B) (i) Should qualify written proficiency test. (ii) Should possess a speed of not less than 6000 key depression per hour for data entry work and should qualify the Aptitude test. | Nil |
| Tally Clerk - Port Management Board (225/26) | (i) Must have passed Sr. Sec. School Certificate Examination (XII std.) from a recognized board/institute. (ii) Should possess certificate of atleast 3 months course in Computer application. | 3 years experience in Cargo/Stevedoring operations in any Indian ports. |
| Marine Radio Operator - Port Management Board (226/26) | (i) Must have passed Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (XII std.) with Physics, Chemistry & Maths. (ii) Should possess Certificate of Competency GOC in GMDSS or Certificate of proficiency in RTIM (General) issued by Ministry of Communication OR Certificate of wireless/Signal Communication OR Certificate of Wireless/Signal Communication issued by the Indian Navy. (iii) Should qualify in trade test. (iv) Vision: Normal in both eyes colour vision is essential. | (i) GOC in GMDSS with one year experience. (ii) Diploma in Computer Application. |
| Lower Grade Clerk - Secretariat A&N (227/26) | (1) Pass in Senior School Certificate Examination (XIIth Std.) or equivalent from a recognized Board/University. Should qualify in the written competitive examination conducted by the A&N Administration/SSC. (2) A typing speed of 30 w.p.m. in English or 25 w.p.m. in Hindi on manual typewriter (OR) A typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on Computer (35 w.p.m. and 30 w.p.m. correspond to 10500 KDPH/9000 KDPH on an average of 5 key depression for each word). | Computer Education. |
| Stenographer (OG) - Secretariat A&N (228/26) | (i) Must have passed Senior Secondary School Certificate (XIIth Std.) or equivalent from a recognized Board/University. (ii) Should pass in shorthand and typewriting examination with a speed of 80 w.p.m. in Shorthand and 40 w.p.m. in typewriting on manual typewriter or 45 w.p.m. on computer (45 w.p.m. correspond to 13500 KDPH on an average of 5 key depression for each word) for becoming eligible for appointment to the post. (iii) Should qualify in the written examination as well as trade test conducted by the Administration/SSC. | Computer Education. |
| Field Assistant - Municipal Council (229/26) | (i) Pass in Senior Secondary School Certificate 12th Std examination in science stream with Biology as one of the subject from a recognized Board. (i) One year certificate course in Horticulture from a recognized institution. (ii) Should qualify in written exam to be conducted by the PBMC/Administration. | Two years experience in Farm Management or Agricultural/Horticulture extension works. |
| Lower Grade Clerk - Municipal Council (230/26) | 1. Pass in Senior School Certificate Examination (XIIth std) from a recognized Board. 2. Should qualify in a written test to be conducted by the council or authorized recruitment agency. 3. A typing speed of 30 w.p.m. in English or 25 w.p.m. in Hindi on manual typewriter (or) 4. A typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on Computer (35 w.p.m. and 30 w.p.m. correspond to 10500 KDPH/9000 KDPH on an average of 5 key depression for each word). | Computer Education. |
| Stenographer (OG) - Municipal Council (231/26) | 1. Must have passed Senior Secondary School Certificate (XIIth std) from a recognize Board/University. 2. Should pass in shorthand and typewriting examination with a speed of 80 words per minute in shorthand and 40 words per minute in typewriting on manual typewriter or 45 words per minute on computer (45 w.p.m. correspond to 13500 KDPH on an average of 5 key depression for each word) for becoming eligible for appointment to the post. 3. Should qualify in a written examination as well as trade test to be conducted by municipal Council or by authorized agency. | Computer Education. |
| Computer Assistant Gr.-A' - Municipal Council (232/26) | a) Diploma in Computer Engineering of 3 years duration after (10+2) from a recognized Institution. (OR) Post Diploma in Computer Application/post graduate diploma in Computer Applications after 3 years Diploma from any engineering field or degree in science from a recognized institution. (OR) Pass in Sr. Secondary School Certificate (XIIth std) from a recognized institution/Board or University with one year certificate course in computer applications/Programming from a recognized institution. Note: Higher qualification in the field of IT such as BE/B.Tech (Computer Science or IT)/BCA/MCA/ME/M.Tech (Computer Science or IT) etc. from a recognized Institution being higher than diploma will also be eligible. B) Should qualify written professional test. C) should possess a speed not less than 6000 key depression per hours for data entry work and should qualify the aptitude test. | Nil |
A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
The crucial date for determining the age limit shall be the closing date for receipt of online application i.e. 05-07-2026. The general age limit is 18-33 years for Male (Group C) and 18-38 years for Female (Group C), and 18-30 years for Group B (NG) posts. Age relaxation is admissible to ST, OBC, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, Central Government Civilian Employees, DRM and contractual employees including SSCT as per Government norms.
| Sl. No. | Category | Age Relaxation permissible beyond upper age limit | Group B (NG) - M/F | Group C - Male | Group C - Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | ST | 5 years | 35 yrs | 38 yrs | 43 yrs |
| 02 | OBC | 3 years | 33 yrs | 36 yrs | 41 yrs |
| 03 | PwD (Unreserved) | 10 years | 40 yrs | 43 yrs | 48 yrs |
| 04 | PwD (OBC) | 13 years | 43 yrs | 46 yrs | 51 yrs |
| 05 | PwD (ST) | 15 years | 45 yrs | 48 yrs | 53 yrs |
| 06 | Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 03 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on closing date of receipt of online application for Group C posts only. | |||
| 07 | Central Government Civilian Employees (minimum 3 years regular & continuous service) | For Group C posts: Up to 40 years of age (45 years for ST). For Group B (NG) posts: 5 years for posts in the same line or allied cadres. | |||
| 08 | Age relaxation to DRM and contractual employees including SSCT | As per A&N Administration Circular No.45/96-PW dated 06.06.2001 and No.45/1998-PW dated 19.11.2011 read with DoPTs OM No.15012/2/2010-Estt.(D) dated 27.03.2012 - up to 40 years of age (45 years for ST). | |||
A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
Candidates (except Female/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability candidates) are required to pay a fee of Rs. 100/- (Rupees One Hundred Only) by using Net Banking, VISA/Master/Rupay/Credit/Debit Card, UPI Payment/QR Code. The examination fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
| Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates (Male) | Rs. 100/- (Rupees One Hundred Only) |
| Female / ST / Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) Candidates | Nil (Exempted) |
A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
The selection process for A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 consists of Tier-I: Online TBT (Tablet Based Test) and Tier-II: Physical Standard Examination/Physical Measurement & Endurance/Skill/Trade Test (for specific posts, qualifying in nature only). Candidates will be short-listed on the basis of their merit in the TBT Examination and post preference. Tier-II will only be of qualifying nature. No interview will be conducted. Final selection will be based on merit in TBT (Tier-I), subject to qualifying the Skill/Trade Test (Tier-II) wherever applicable.
Tier-I: Online TBT (Tablet Based Test) - Syllabus and Exam Pattern
| Sl. No. | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Total Duration (General Candidates) | Total Duration (Visually Handicapped / Cerebral Palsy Candidates) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | English Language (General English) | 50 | 50 | 120 minutes | 120 minutes + 40 minutes (compensatory time) |
| II | General Intelligence | 50 | 50 | ||
| III | Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | ||
| IV | General Awareness | 50 | 50 | ||
| Total | 200 | 200 | |||
Note: There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Questions in respect of subjects at Sl. No. (ii), (iii) & (iv) will be set in English and Hindi languages only. For Visually Handicapped (VH) candidates of 40% and above visual disability opting for Scribe, there will be no component of Maps/Graphs/Diagrams/Statistical Data in the General Intelligence/General Awareness and Quantitative Aptitude paper.
Indicative Syllabus for TBT Examination
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| English Language (General English) | Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms/Homonyms, Antonyms, Spellings/Detecting Mis-spelt words, Idioms & Phrases, One word substitution, Improvement of Sentences, Active/Passive Voice of Verbs, Conversion into Direct/Indirect narration, Shuffling of Sentence parts, Shuffling of Sentences in a passage, Close Passage, Comprehension Passage. |
| General Intelligence | Questions of both verbal and non-verbal type including: Semantic Analogy, Symbolic operations, Symbolic/Number Analogy, Trends, Figural Analogy, Space Orientation, Semantic Classification, Venn Diagrams, Symbolic/Number Classification, Drawing inferences, Figural Classification, Punched hole/pattern-folding & unfolding, Semantic Series, Figural Pattern-folding and completion, Number Series, Embedded figures, Figural Series, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Word Building, Social Intelligence, Coding and decoding, Numerical operations. |
| Quantitative Aptitude | (a) Number Systems: Computation of Whole Number, Decimal and Fractions, Relationship between numbers. (b) Fundamental arithmetical operations: Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest (Simple and Compound), Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Allegation, Time and distance, Time and work. (c) Algebra: Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra and Elementary surds (simple problems) and Graphs of Linear Equations. (d) Geometry: Familiarity with elementary geometric figures and facts. (e) Mensuration: Triangle, Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons, Circle, Right Prism, Right Circular Cone, Right Circular Cylinder, Sphere, Hemispheres, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square Base. (f) Trigonometry: Trigonometric ratios, Complementary angles, Height and distances (simple problems only). (g) Statistical Charts: Use of Tables and Graphs: Histogram, Frequency polygon, Bar-diagram, Pie-chart. |
| General Awareness | Questions designed to test the candidate's general awareness of the environment around him and its application to society. Current events and matters of everyday observation and experience. Knowledge relating to India and its neighboring countries especially pertaining to History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General policy and scientific research. |
Tier-II: Physical Standard Examination / Skill / Trade Test (Qualifying Nature Only - For Specific Posts)
| Post Name | Type of Test |
|---|---|
| Stenographer (all departments) | Stenography/Typewriting Trade Test |
| Lower Division Clerk / Lower Grade Clerk / Depot Clerk / Typist-Cum-Clerk | Typing Test |
| IT Analyst / Computer Assistant Gr.-A' | Written Proficiency Test + Data Entry Speed Test (minimum 6000 key depressions per hour) + Aptitude Test |
| Forester | Physical Standard Verification + Physical Endurance Test (25 km walk for males, 14 km walk for females in 4 hours) |
| Veterinary Compounder | Physical Endurance Test |
| Tally Clerk - Shipping Service Afloat (217/26) | Swimming Test + Written Test |
| Marine Radio Operator (216/26 & 226/26) | Trade Test |
| Typist - Health Service | Typing Test |
Wherever Physical Standard Examination/Physical Measurement & Endurance/Skill/Trade Test is prescribed as essential qualification for the post, it will be conducted by the concerned Department in respect of the successful candidates in the TBT examination, before finalizing the final merit list. The Physical Standard Examination/Physical Measurement & Endurance/Skill/Trade Test (Tier-II) will only be of qualifying in nature.
Tie-Breaking Rules
| 1st Tie-Break | Date of birth - the candidate older in age gets preference. |
| 2nd Tie-Break | Alphabetical order of the names taking first name into consideration. |
How to Apply for A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026
Online submission of application can only be made through the official A&N Administration website at https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in from 15/06/2026 (from 12.00 Noon) up to 05/07/2026 (till 12:00 Midnight) after which the link will be disabled. No documents are to be uploaded during the time of submission of online application. No other mode of application will be accepted; applications received through post/by hand/by mail etc. will not be accepted and will be summarily rejected.
The online application consists of five sections: (1) Personal details, (2) Post selection, (3) Education Qualification details, (4) Experience (if any), (5) Payment details, and (6) Upload Photograph and Signature. Candidates must complete all six sections for the application to be treated as complete. Applications submitted partially can be completed through the recruitment portal before the last date.
Documents / Upload Requirements:
- Recent passport size colour photograph in jpg/jpeg format (20 KB to 50 KB; resolution 200x230; plain white or off-white background; full face, front view, eyes open; without cap, mask or glasses/spectacles)
- Signature in jpeg format (10 KB to 20 KB; resolution 140x60)
- Other documents such as proof of age, qualifications, category, NOC etc. should be between 100 KB to 500 KB as instructed in the online portal
Documents to be Produced at the Time of Online Document Verification (Originals + Self-Attested Copies):
- Educational qualification certificates and marksheets
- Age proof certificate
- ST Certificate in the prescribed format (Local A&N Islands ST only for reserved quota)
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Certificate - valid OBC-NCL certificate not older than two years from the closing date of the vacancy notice
- EWS Certificate issued by the Revenue Department, A&N Administration
- PwBD Certificate in the prescribed format (minimum 40% disability) issued by a Competent Authority as per form V, VI and VII of rule 18(1) under Chapter 7 of Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017
- Ex-Serviceman discharge/service certificate
- NOC from employer (for departmental candidates working in Government Departments)
Apply Online at: https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in
Important Instructions for A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Online applications only - no other mode of application will be accepted; applications incomplete in any respect will be summarily rejected.
- No documents are to be uploaded at the time of submission of online application; candidature will be accepted only provisionally and eligibility will be verified at the time of Online Document Verification.
- Candidates must have their own active personal E-mail ID and Mobile Number which should be kept active throughout the entire recruitment process - admit cards, registration numbers, e-Call letters will be sent only on the registered e-mail ID.
- Candidates are advised to check spam/junk box for e-mails; A&N Administration will not be responsible for bouncing back of any e-mail or undelivered SMS.
- Candidates should apply in order of their preferences of posts; no request for change of preference of post shall be entertained at a later stage.
- Once the online application form is submitted, no request for change/correction/modification (including change of category) will be entertained under any circumstances.
- There is no provision of re-evaluation/re-checking of Answer Sheet/Scripts in respect of the TBT Examinations.
- For OBC-NCL candidates, the certificate must not be older than two years from the closing date of the vacancy notice.
- Only Local ST candidates covered under A&N Islands Scheduled Tribe Order 1959 are eligible for ST reservation; other ST candidates will be considered only for Unreserved Vacancies.
- Candidates found fraudulently claiming ST/OBC/EWS/ESM/PwD status shall be permanently debarred from examinations conducted by the A&N Administration.
- Banned items in examination hall: Mobile Phone, Micro Phone, Calculators, Digital Diary, Electronic/Smart Watch, Bluetooth devices, Book and Notes etc. are strictly prohibited.
- The Examination will be held at centres located at South Andaman, North & Middle Andaman and Nicobar Districts; applicants should indicate preference of zone in the online application form. No request for change of Examination Centre/zone shall be entertained later.
- Any further information/corrigendum/addendum shall be posted only on the official website https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in - candidates are responsible to check the website regularly.
- For Helpdesk: Contact [email protected] or Telephone numbers available at 03192-259200 SOVTECH from 09.00 am to 05.00 pm on all working days.
- Legal disputes, if any, shall be subject to Courts/tribunals having jurisdiction over the A&N Administration only.
