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Andaman and Nicobar Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 716 Depot Clerk, Storekeeper and More Posts
Job Overview
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 erecr
| Organization Name | Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Secretariat, Sri Vijayapuram |
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| Post Name | 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 |
| Total Vacancies | 716 (tentative, subject to change) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Andaman |
| Notification Number | 02/HSL/2026 |
| Official Website | https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in |
| Last Updated | 05 Jun 2026 |
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 15 June 2026 (12:00 Noon) |
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| Last Date To Apply | 05 July 2026 (12:00 Midnight) |
| Event | Date & Time |
| 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 |
Application Fee
General/URRs. 100/- (Rupees One Hundred Only)
STNil (Exempted)
General FeeRs. 100/- (Rupees One Hundred Only)
ST FeeNil (Exempted)
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.
Age Limit
| Details | 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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Qualification / Eligibility
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
Vacancy Details
| Sr. | Total | Department |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Service |
| 2 | 2 | Chief Pay And Accounts Office |
| 3 | 5 | Chief Pay And Accounts Office |
| 4 | 1 | Department of Environment & Forests |
| 5 | 36 | Department of Environment & Forests |
| 6 | 3 | Department of Environment & Forests |
| 7 | 3 | Department of Environment & Forests |
| 8 | 8 | Deputy Commissioner (SA) |
| 9 | 4 | Directorate of Agriculture |
| 10 | 13 | Directorate of Agriculture |
| 11 | 2 | Directorate of Disaster Management |
| 12 | 9 | Directorate of Education |
| 13 | 2 | Directorate of Fisheries |
| 14 | 1 | Directorate of Health Service |
| 15 | 1 | Directorate of Health Service |
| 16 | 2 | Directorate of Industries |
| 17 | 28 | Directorate of RD, PRIs & Urban Local Bodies |
| 18 | 4 | Directorate of RD, PRIs & Urban Local Bodies |
| 19 | 26 | Directorate of Shipping Service (Afloat) |
| 20 | 11 | Directorate of Shipping Service (Afloat) |
| 21 | 13 | Directorate of Shipping Service (Afloat) |
| 22 | 5 | Directorate of Shipping Service (Afloat) |
| 23 | 7 | Directorate of Shipping Service (Afloat) |
| 24 | 1 | Directorate of Shipping Service (Afloat) |
| 25 | 1 | Directorate of Social Welfare |
| 26 | 8 | Directorate of Transport |
| 27 | 3 | Directorate of Transport |
| 28 | 1 | District Prison, Prothrapur |
| 29 | 3 | Electricity Department, Sri Vijaya Puram |
| 30 | 7 | Information Technology |
| 31 | 23 | Port Management Board, Sri Vijaya Puram |
| 32 | 6 | Port Management Board, Sri Vijaya Puram |
| 33 | 426 | Secretariat, A&N Administration |
| 34 | 33 | Secretariat, A&N Administration |
| 35 | 1 | The Municipal Council, Sri Vijaya Puram |
| 36 | 9 | The Municipal Council, Sri Vijaya Puram |
| 37 | 1 | The Municipal Council, Sri Vijaya Puram |
| 38 | 1 | The Municipal Council, Sri Vijaya Puram |
| Total |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Post Code | 232/26 |
| Name Of Post | 716 |
Salary & Pay Scale
| Pay Scale | 7th CPC Pay Level-2 to Level-6 (as per post) |
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Selection Process
1Sl. No. Subject No. of Questions Maximum Marks Total Duration (General Candidates) Total Duration (Visually Handicapped / Cerebral Palsy Can
2I English Language (General English) 50 50 120 minutes 120 minutes + 40 minutes (compensatory time)
3II General Intelligence 50 50
4III Quantitative Aptitude 50 50
5IV General Awareness 50 50
6Total 200 200
7Subject Topics
8English Language (General English) Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms/Homonyms, Antonyms, Spellings/Detecting Mis-spelt words, Idi
9General Intelligence Questions of both verbal and non-verbal type including: Semantic Analogy, Symbolic operations, Symbolic/Number Analogy,
10Quantitative Aptitude (a) Number Systems: Computation of Whole Number, Decimal and Fractions, Relationship between numbers. (b) Fundamental
11General Awareness Questions designed to test the candidate's general awareness of the environment around him and its application to society.
12Post Name Type of Test
13Stenographer (all departments) Stenography/Typewriting Trade Test
14Lower Division Clerk / Lower Grade Clerk / Depot Clerk / Typist-Cum-Clerk Typing Test
15IT Analyst / Computer Assistant Gr.-A' Written Proficiency Test + Data Entry Speed Test (minimum 6000 key depressions per hour) + Aptitude T
16Forester Physical Standard Verification + Physical Endurance Test (25 km walk for males, 14 km walk for females in 4 hours)
17Veterinary Compounder Physical Endurance Test
18Tally Clerk - Shipping Service Afloat (217/26) Swimming Test + Written Test
19Marine Radio Operator (216/26 & 226/26) Trade Test
20Typist - Health Service Typing Test
211st Tie-Break Date of birth - the candidate older in age gets preference.
222nd Tie-Break Alphabetical order of the names taking first name into consideration.
23The selection process for A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 consists of Tier-I: Online TBT (Tablet Based Test) and Tier-II: Physical
24qualifying in nature only). Candidates will be short-listed on the basis of their merit in the TBT Examination and post preference. Tier-II
25subject to qualifying the Skill/Trade Test (Tier-II) wherever applicable.
How to Apply
- 1Online 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.
- 2The 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.
- 3Documents / Upload Requirements:
- 4Recent 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)
- 5Signature in jpeg format (10 KB to 20 KB; resolution 140x60)
- 6Other documents such as proof of age, qualifications, category, NOC etc. should be between 100 KB to 500 KB as instructed in the online portal
- 7Documents to be Produced at the Time of Online Document Verification (Originals + Self-Attested Copies):
- 8Educational qualification certificates and marksheets
- 9Age proof certificate
- 10ST Certificate in the prescribed format (Local A&N Islands ST only for reserved quota)
- 11OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Certificate - valid OBC-NCL certificate not older than two years from the closing date of the vacancy notice
- 12EWS Certificate issued by the Revenue Department, A&N Administration
- 13PwBD 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
- 14Ex-Serviceman discharge/service certificate
- 15NOC from employer (for departmental candidates working in Government Departments)
- 16Apply Online at: https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in
Important Instructions
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.
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FAQs
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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