Andaman and Nicobar Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 - 716 Depot Clerk, Storekeeper and More Posts
Andaman and Nicobar Islands716 Vacancies
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 qualificat
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Andaman and Nicobar Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 - 716 Depot Clerk, Storekeeper and More Posts – Overview
| Selection Procedure | 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 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 Tier-II: Physical Standard Examination / Skill / Trade Test (Qualifying Nature Only - For Specific Posts) 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 |
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| Application Mode | Online |
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A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| desirable | post name post code | essential educational qualification |
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| Nil | 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. |
| Computer Education | 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. |
| Two years experience in Automobiles Engines. | Mechanical Foreman - Environment & Forests (198/26) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Institution. |
| Nil | 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. |
| Basic knowledge of Computer Software like word processing, spread sheet, power point etc. | 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. |
| Nil | 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. |
| 2 years experience in handling stores in reputed firms. | 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. |
| (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. | Laboratory Assistant - Education (206/26) | Must have passed Senior Secondary School Examination with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as subjects from a recognized Board/Institution. |
| Nil | 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. |
| Certificate course from a recognized Institute/Hospital. | Plaster Room Technician - Health Service (208/26) | (i) Senior Secondary Certificate Examination XIIth Std Pass from a recognized Board/Institution. |
| Knowledge of Computer. | 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). |
| Nil | 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. |
| (i) Certificate Course in Rural Development from a recognized Institute. (ii) One year experience in the field of Rural Development. (iii) Computer Knowledge. | 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 recogized 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. |
| 02 (Two) years experience as Master 1st Class. | 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. |
| Two years experience as Chief Engine Driver (SG) and having the STCW 95 endorsement as amended from time to time from a recognized institute. | 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. |
| 02 (Two) years experience as Master 2nd Class. | 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. |
| STCW;95 endorsement & 3 years of professional experience as Radio Operator on sea going vessel. | 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. |
| Nil | 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. |
| 3 years experience in sale department, cash handling, accounting and maintenance of stock register. | Sales Girl - Social Welfare (219/26) | Must have passed in Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (XIIth Std.) or equivalent from a recognized Board/University. |
| Nil | 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). |
| 3 (Three) years experience in handling various kind of stores in Automobile Workshop and maintenance of its Accounts. | Storekeeper - Transport (221/26) | Pass in Senior School Certificate Examination (XII Std.) or equivalent from a recognized Board/Institution. |
| Teaching/Training experience of atleast one year. | 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. |
| Nil | 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. |
| 3 years experience in Cargo/Stevedoring operations in any Indian ports. | 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. |
| (i) GOC in GMDSS with one year experience. (ii) Diploma in Computer Application. | 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. |
| Computer Education. | 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. |
| Two years experience in Farm Management or Agricultural/Horticulture extension works. | 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. |
| Computer Education. | 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. |
| Nil | 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. |
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 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 Tier-II: Physical Standard Examination / Skill / Trade Test (Qualifying Nature Only - For Specific Posts) 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
Tier-I: Online TBT (Tablet Based Test) - Syllabus and Exam Pattern
| sl no | subject | maximum marks | no of questions | total duration general candidates | total duration visually handicapped cere |
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| 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 |
Indicative Syllabus for TBT Examination
| 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. |
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| 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)
| Stenographer (all departments) | Stenography/Typewriting Trade Test |
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| 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 |
Tie-Breaking Rules
| 1st tie break | date of birth the candidate older in age |
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| 2nd Tie-Break | Alphabetical order of the names taking first name into consideration. |
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.
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | Last Date for Online Applications |
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Age Limit
| Notes | 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. |
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Important Links
| Download A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here ↗ |
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| Download A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 Qualification Notification PDF | Click Here ↗ |
| https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in | Click Here ↗ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply for A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for A&N Administration Combined Higher Secondary Level Recruitment 2026 is 05 July 2026 (12:00 Midnight). The application window opens on 15 June 2026 at 12:00 Noon. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues on the official portal erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in.
Q: How many vacancies are there in A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026?
A total of 716 vacancies have been announced under A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 across 38 Group B (NG) and Group C posts in various departments. The number is tentative and may increase or decrease at the sole discretion of the A&N Administration.
Q: What is the application fee for A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026?
Male candidates from General, OBC, and EWS categories are required to pay Rs. 100/- (Rupees One Hundred Only) through Net Banking, VISA/Master/Rupay/Credit/Debit Card, or UPI Payment/QR Code. Female candidates, ST candidates, and Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) are fully exempted from payment of the examination fee. The fee once paid is non-refundable.
Q: What is the minimum educational qualification required for A&N Administration CHSL 2026?
The minimum educational qualification for most posts is 12th Pass (Senior Secondary Certificate - Class XII) from a recognized Board or University. However, some specialized posts require additional qualifications such as ITI/Diploma (Forester, Mechanical Foreman), specific Certificates of Competency (Master 1st Class, Chief Engine Driver, Marine Radio Operator), or Diploma in Computer Engineering (IT Analyst, Computer Assistant Gr.-A'). Candidates should check post-specific eligibility before applying.
Q: What is the selection process for A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026?
The selection process consists of two tiers: Tier-I is an Online TBT (Tablet Based Test) of 200 marks covering English Language, General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Awareness (50 marks each, 120 minutes duration); Tier-II is a Physical Standard Examination/Skill/Trade Test applicable to specific posts only and is qualifying in nature. Final selection is based on merit in Tier-I, subject to qualifying Tier-II wherever applicable. No interview is conducted.
Q: Is there negative marking in the A&N Administration CHSL TBT Exam 2026?
Yes, there is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the TBT (Tablet Based Test) Online Examination. Each question carries one mark. There are a total of 200 questions for 200 marks. Candidates are advised to keep this in mind while answering the questions to avoid unnecessary deductions.
Q: What is the age limit for A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026?
The general age limit is 18-30 years for Group B (NG) posts (both Male and Female) and 18-33 years for Male and 18-38 years for Female for Group C posts. Age relaxation is provided to ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwD (10 years for UR, 13 years for OBC, 15 years for ST), Ex-Servicemen (3 years after deducting military service), and Central Government Civilian Employees (up to 40 years) as applicable. The crucial date for age calculation is the closing date i.e. 05-07-2026.
Q: How can I apply for A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online only through the official A&N Administration e-recruitment portal at https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in from 15 June 2026 (12:00 Noon) to 05 July 2026 (12:00 Midnight). No offline or postal applications will be accepted. Candidates must complete all six sections of the application form including payment of fees (if applicable) for the application to be considered complete.
Q: Where will the A&N Administration CHSL TBT Examination 2026 be conducted?
The Tablet Based Test (TBT) examination will be held at designated centres located at South Andaman, North & Middle Andaman, and Nicobar Districts. Applicants must indicate their preference of zone while filling the online application form. The A&N Administration will not entertain any request for change in Examination Centre/zone at a later stage. The exact date and venue will be intimated through SMS/e-mail to registered candidates.
Q: What is the ST reservation rule for A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026?
Only Local Scheduled Tribe candidates covered under the category of "Tribes" as specified under the A&N Islands Scheduled Tribe Order 1959 are eligible to apply for vacancies under the Schedule Tribe (ST) quota. Other ST candidates from outside the Union Territory of A&N Islands will be considered only for Unreserved (UR) Vacancies. Similarly, only Local OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates covered under the relevant Gazette Notification are eligible for OBC reservation.