Department of Environment & Forests Andaman and Nicobar Administration (A&N Forest Department) Group C Notification 2026 has been released on 16 March 2026 on the official website Andaman and Nicobar e-Recruitment Portal. A total of 348 vacancies have been announced through the A&N Forest Department Group C Recruitment 2026.
Candidates aged 18 to 33 years (Male) and up to 38 years (Female) who have passed 10th from a recognised board are eligible to apply for these Group C vacancies. The online application process for A&N Forest Department Group C Recruitment 2026 has started on 16 March 2026 and will remain open until 29 April 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C Notification 2026 PDF
The Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C Recruitment 2026 notification PDF for 348 Group C posts has been published on 16 March 2026 on the official e-recruitment portal of the Andaman & Nicobar Administration. The notification contains detailed information on post-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limits, selection process, physical standards, application fee and online application procedure.
Candidates are advised to download and go through the notification PDF thoroughly before applying online for the Group C posts.
- Download Notification PDF: Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organisation Name | Department of Environment & Forests, Andaman & Nicobar Administration |
| Recruitment Name | Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C Recruitment 2026 (South Andaman District) |
| Post Names | Mazdoor, Grader, Assistant Sawyer, Beltman, Oiler, Raftman, Timber Recorder, Tallyman, Grinder (Group C Industrial posts) |
| Post Group | Group C (Industrial / Non-ministerial) Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 348 Posts |
| Notification Date | 16-03-2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only through erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-1 as per Government Pay Matrix (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) |
| Job Location | Various forest divisions under Andaman & Nicobar Administration (South Andaman District) |
| Selection Process | Physical Endurance Test (Level I – Running, Level II – Long Jump, Level III – Weight Carrying) and Document Verification |
| Official Website | https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in |
Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 16-03-2026 |
| Starting Date for Apply Online | 16-03-2026 (from 11:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 29-04-2026 (up to 23:59 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Payment of Fee | 29-04-2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Window for Application Form Correction | 30-04-2026 to 06-05-2026 |
| Date of Physical Test | To be notified later on the official portal |
Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C Vacancy 2026
A total of 348 Group C posts have been notified under the Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Recruitment 2026 for South Andaman. The post-wise vacancy distribution is given below.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mazdoor | 296 |
| Grader | 1 |
| Assistant Sawyer | 20 |
| Beltman | 1 |
| Oiler | 5 |
| Raftman | 7 |
| Timber Recorder | 4 |
| Tallyman | 7 |
| Grinder | 7 |
| Total | 348 |
Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must ensure that they meet all the prescribed eligibility conditions related to educational qualification, age limit, physical standards and other requirements before applying online.
- Nationality / Domicile: Eligibility and reservation benefits are applicable as per Andaman & Nicobar Administration rules; reserved vacancies are for eligible ST/OBC/EWS candidates domiciled in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, as per notification.
- Employment Exchange Registration: Candidates registered as unemployed in the local Employment Exchange are required to enter their registration number in the online application.
- Physical Fitness: For all posts, candidates must have good physique and should be able to qualify the prescribed Physical Endurance Tests.
Post-wise Educational Qualification & Salary
| Sl. No. | Post | Pay Scale | Educational Qualification / Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mazdoor | Pay Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) | Secondary School Examination (10th Std.) passed from a recognised Board/Institution, should qualify in the trade test and must have good physique. |
| 2 | Grader | Pay Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) | 10th Std. passed from a recognised Board/Institution, should qualify in the trade test and must have good physique. |
| 3 | Assistant Sawyer | Pay Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) | 10th Std. passed from a recognised Board/Institution, should qualify in the trade test and must have good physique. |
| 4 | Beltman | Pay Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) | 10th Std. passed from a recognised Board/Institution, should qualify in the trade test and must have good physique. |
| 5 | Oiler | Pay Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) | 10th Std. passed from a recognised Board/Institution, should qualify in the trade test and must have good physique. |
| 6 | Raftman | Pay Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) | 10th Std. passed from a recognised Board/Institution, must know swimming/diving, should qualify in the trade test and must have good physique. |
| 7 | Timber Recorder | Pay Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) | 10th Std. passed from a recognised Board/Institution, should qualify in the trade test and must have good physique. |
| 8 | Tallyman | Pay Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) | 10th Std. passed from a recognised Board/Institution, should qualify in the trade test and must have good physique. |
| 9 | Grinder | Pay Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) | 10th Std. passed from a recognised Board/Institution, should qualify in the trade test and must have good physique. |
Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C Age Limit 2026
The age limit for Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C posts is as under as on the closing date of online application (29 April 2026).
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age (All categories) | 18 years |
| Maximum Age – Male | 33 years |
| Maximum Age – Female | 38 years |
| ST | Relaxation of 5 years over the applicable upper age limit |
| OBC | Relaxation of 3 years over the applicable upper age limit |
| Central Government Civilian Employees | Up to 40 years (45 years for ST candidates) |
| Meritorious Sportsperson | Up to 5 years (10 years for ST candidates) |
| DRM and contract employees including SSCT | Up to 40 years as per notification |
Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates (except Women and ST) | ₹100/- (to be paid online) |
| Women Candidates | Exempted from payment of fee |
| ST Candidates | Exempted from payment of fee |
Applications submitted without the prescribed fee, where applicable, shall be summarily rejected and no request for consideration will be entertained.
Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C Selection Process 2026
The selection process for Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C posts consists of a three-level Physical Endurance Test followed by document verification. Candidates must be physically fit and mentally sound to undertake the tests and are required to furnish an undertaking before participation.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Level-I – Physical Endurance (Running Test) | Qualifying test for short-listing; male candidates must complete 10 km and female candidates must complete 8 km; 15 times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted for the next level. |
| Level-II – Long Jump | Qualifying in nature, to be cleared within three attempts. General & OBC: Male – 12 feet, Female – 9 feet. ST: Male – 9 feet, Female – 7 feet. |
| Level-III – Weight Carrying Test | Test for final selection/merit. Male candidates must carry 30 kg weight for 500 metres; female candidates must carry 20 kg weight for 500 metres. |
| Document Verification & Medical | Verification of certificates, character and antecedents, and medical examination before final appointment. |
Merit list will be prepared based on performance in Level-III test for the exact number of vacancies plus a wait list of up to 10% of the notified vacancies. ST/OBC/EWS candidates selected on merit without relaxed standards will be adjusted against unreserved vacancies, and reserved posts will be filled from eligible reserved category candidates domiciled in Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Selected candidates will be placed on probation for 2 years.
How to Apply for Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C Recruitment 2026
The application process is completely online through the A&N e-recruitment portal. Candidates must keep all necessary documents and a valid email ID and mobile number ready before starting the application.
Step-by-Step Online Application Process
- Visit the official e-recruitment portal: https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in.
- Click on the relevant advertisement for Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C Recruitment 2026 (South Andaman) and read the notification carefully.
- Register on the portal with basic details and create login credentials as per instructions on the website.
- Log in using your registration credentials and fill in all mandatory details in the online application form including personal, educational, category and contact details.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph in 8-bit JPEG format of size between 10 KB to 50 KB and resolution 100 × 200 pixels as specified in the notification.
- Enter your Employment Exchange registration number in the appropriate field if you are registered as unemployed in the local Employment Exchange.
- Pay the required application fee of ₹100 online, if applicable (Women and ST candidates are exempted from fee payment).
- Submit the application form after verifying all details; incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected by the system.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference; candidates can also download the filled-in form later from the portal.
Documents Required at the Time of Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates after the Physical Test must produce the following documents at the time of document verification:
- One recent passport-size photograph.
- Self-attested copies of:
- Essential Qualification Certificate (10th Pass or ITI in relevant trade).
- 10th Pass Certificate showing Date of Birth.
- OBC/ST/EWS/MSP certificate, if applicable.
- Meritorious Sports Person certificate, if claiming MSP benefits.
- Employment Registration Certificate/Card, if registered.
- Printed copy of the Online Application Form.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Candidates must read all instructions given in the notification and on the e-recruitment portal carefully before applying online for Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C posts.
- Candidature at all stages is purely provisional and is subject to detailed scrutiny of eligibility and documents at the time of verification.
- Age will be reckoned as on the closing date for submission of online applications i.e. 29-04-2026.
- Candidates must possess a good physique and be capable of meeting all Physical Endurance Test standards as prescribed.
- For technical posts under the Mill Division (Raftman, Grader, Asst. Sawyer, etc.), a separate post-specific trade test will be conducted by DCF, Mill Division, Chatham at a later stage as per departmental schedule.
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in Physical Tests or any stage of selection.
- Canvassing in any form or use of unfair means will lead to disqualification and cancellation of candidature.
- All updates including admit cards, physical test schedule, results and further instructions will be published only on the official portal https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in; candidates should regularly check the website.
- The decision of the Department of Environment & Forests, Andaman & Nicobar Administration in all matters related to recruitment will be final and binding on the candidates.
- Mobile phones and other electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited in the test centres; violation may result in disqualification.
- In case of any difficulty, candidates may contact the recruitment helpline at 03192-255228 between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM on working days.
Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C Important Links
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| Notification | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
| Sarkari Result | Click Here |
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