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Andaman and Nicobar Combined Matric Level Exam 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 1535 Group C Posts
Job Overview
A&N Administration is recruiting 1535 Group 'C' Non-Ministerial posts across 194 post codes in various departments through Combined Matric Level Examination 2026 (Tablet Based Test), last date 28 June 2026.
| Organization Name | Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Secretariat, Sri Vijayapuram |
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| Post Name | Group 'C' Non-Ministerial posts (194 Post Codes) |
| Total Vacancies | 1535 (tentative; may increase or decrease at the sole discretion of the A&N Administration) + 49 PWDs + 10 ESM (horizontal reservations) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Andaman |
| Job Type | Regular / Permanent Government posts under A&N Administration |
| Notification Number | Advt. No. 01/ML/2026, File No. 4-13/2026-R&E Cell |
| Official Website | https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in |
| Last Updated | 04 Jun 2026 |
Important Dates
| Last Date To Apply | 28-06-2026 (up to 12:00 Midnight) |
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| Admit Card Date | To be available on https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in (via Registration Number and Password) |
| Event | Date & Time |
| Opening Of Online Application | 08-06-2026 (from 12:00 Noon) |
| Age Calculated As On | Closing date for receipt of online application (28-06-2026) |
| Tablet Based Test (Tbt) Tier I Date | To be intimated via SMS / Email; date of online examination will be notified through A&N Administration website |
| Tier Ii (Physical/Skill/Trade Test) | To be notified after Tier-I result (qualifying in nature) |
| Document Verification | To be notified after TBT Examination |
Application Fee
General/URRs. 100/- (Non-Refundable)
STNIL (Exempted)
FemaleNIL (Exempted)
General FeeRs. 100/- (Non-Refundable)
Female FeeNIL (Exempted)
ST FeeNIL (Exempted)
Candidates (except Female, ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disability candidates) are required to pay a fee of Rs. 100/- by using Net Banking, VISA/Master/Rupay/Credit/Debit Card, UPI Payment/QR Code through the online portal. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
Age Limit
| Details | A candidate must have attained 18 years of age and must not have attained 33 years (Male) / 38 years (Female) for Group C posts as on the closing date (28-06-2026). The crucial date for determining age limit is the closing date for receipt of online application. Age relaxation as detailed below is available over and above the upper age limit. |
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Qualification / Eligibility
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of receipt of online application (28-06-2026). Applicant must be an Indian National. The educational qualifications prescribed for the posts are available in Annexure-I of the Vacancy Notice for the specific post(s) the candidate wishes to apply. Candidates are advised to read Annexure-I carefully for post-specific essential qualification requirements. In general, posts at Pay Level 1–2 require Matriculation (10th class pass) or relevant ITI/trade certificate; posts at Pay Level 3–5 require relevant technical diploma/degree as specified per post.
Category-wise Vacancy
| Description | Disability should not be less than 40% for availing reservation/relaxation. Disability Certificate issued by Competent Authority in prescribed Form V, VI and VII of Rule 18(1) under Chapter 7 of Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017 dated 15.06.2017 is required. PwBD candidates belonging to categories for which the post is identified suitable can apply even if no vacancies are specifically reserved for them - such candidates will be considered on merit. Scribe facility is available for eligible PwBD candidates (VH/Cerebral Palsy/Muscular Dystrophy/Locomotor Disability-One Arm/Intellectual Disability) with 40%+ disability; compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour is allowed for Scribe users. Refer: https://disabilityaffairs.gov.in/content/Group-C.pdf |
Salary & Pay Scale
| Pay Scale | Pay Level 1 to Pay Level 5 as per 7th CPC (post-wise) |
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Selection Process
1Sl. No. Subject No. of Questions Maximum Marks Duration (General) Duration (VH / Cerebral Palsy)
2I General Intelligence & Reasoning 25 25 120 minutes 120 minutes + 40 minutes
3II Numerical Aptitude 25 25
4III English Language (General English) 50 50
5IV General Awareness 50 50
6Total 150 150 120 minutes 160 minutes
7Subject Key Topics
8General Intelligence & Reasoning Similarities and differences, space visualization, problem solving,
9Numerical Aptitude Arithmetical computation of whole numbers, decimal and fraction, relationship bet
10English Language (General English) Knowledge of English Language, vocabulary, grammar, sentence stru
11General Awareness General awareness of the environment and its application to society; current affai
12The selection process consists of Tier-I (Tablet Based Test – TBT Online Examination)
13followed by Tier-II (Physical Standard Examination / Physical Measurement and Endurance Test / Skill
14where applicable)
15and Document Verification. Shortlisting for document verification will be based on merit in the TBT
16Tier-I – Tablet Based Test (TBT) Online Examination
17Marking Scheme: Each question carries 1 mark. Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong a
18II
19and IV will be set in English and Hindi languages only. The TBT will be conducted in multiple shifts
20North & Middle Andaman
21and Nicobar Districts. Entry gates close half an hour before examination commencement. Candidates mu
22if applicable.
23Tier-II – Physical Standard Examination / Physical Measurement & Endurance Test / Skill / Trade Test
24Where Physical Standard Examination / Physical Measurement and Endurance Test / Skill / Trade Test i
25it will be conducted by the concerned department for candidates successful in Tier-I TBT. This test
26A&N Administration Combined Matric Level Examination 2026 – Indicative Syllabus
How to Apply
- 1Eligible candidates shall apply only through the online website https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in from 08-06-2026 (from 12:00 Noon) up to 28-06-2026 (till 12:00 Midnight). No physical copy of application shall be entertained. Candidates are advised to go through the Instructions for Applying Online carefully. The online application consists of six sections: (1) Personal details, (2) Post selection, (3) Education Qualification details, (4) Experience (if any), (5) Payment details, and (6) Upload Photograph and Signature. Only applications completing all six sections will be treated as complete.
- 2Documents Required to be Uploaded (as per online portal instructions):
- 3Recent passport-size colour photograph with plain white/off-white background - 20 KB to 50 KB, resolution 200x230 pixels, jpg/jpeg format; full face, front view, eyes open, no cap/mask/glasses
- 4Signature - 10 KB to 20 KB, resolution 140x60 pixels, jpeg format
- 5Proof of age (10th class certificate or equivalent) - 100 KB to 500 KB
- 6Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets as per Annexure-I for the post applied
- 7Category certificate: SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS/PwBD/ESM as applicable - 100 KB to 500 KB
- 8NOC from present employer (for departmental/government employees) - 100 KB to 500 KB
- 9Documents to be Produced at Document Verification Stage (Online/Original):
- 10e-Admit Card (downloaded from https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in using Registration Number and Password) + one valid Photo ID in original (Islander Card, Pan Card, Voter ID Card, Driving License, Aadhaar Card issued by Government of India)
- 11All original educational qualification certificates (as per Annexure-I for respective post)
- 12Category certificate in prescribed format: ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS/PwBD/ESM (OBC-NCL not older than 2 years from closing date)
- 13Age proof (original 10th certificate)
- 14One recent passport-size photograph
- 15NOC from present employer (for departmental candidates)
- 16Apply Online at: https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in
- 17For queries related to Online Application Form and downloading Admit Card: Email: [email protected] or contact SOVTECH at 03192-259200 from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM on all working days.
Important Instructions
Candidature will be accepted only provisionally; the A&N Administration will not undertake detailed scrutiny at the time of TBT examination. Verification of eligibility, documents, and certificates will be done at the time of Online Document Verification stage. Candidates must carry printed e-Admit Card and one valid government-issued photo ID (in original) to the TBT examination - entry without Admit Card will not be allowed. The A&N Administration reserves the right to restrict entry to the examination venue till 09:30 AM. Banned items in examination hall: Mobile Phone, Micro Phone, Calculators, Pager, Digital Diary, Electronic/Smart Watch/Wrist Watches, Bluetooth devices, any other electronic/electrical devices, Book, and Notes are strictly prohibited. Possession of these items even in switched-off mode will be treated as use of unfair means. There is no provision for re-evaluation/re-checking of Answer Sheets/Scripts for TBT examinations. No correspondence in this regard will be entertained. All information/corrigendum/addendum regarding schedule of examinations, admit cards, results, etc. shall be posted only on the official website https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in - no separate information will be issued in print media. Candidates fraudulently claiming ST/OBC/EWS/ESM/PwD status will be permanently debarred from examinations conducted by the A&N Administration. Success in the examination confers no right of appointment unless the A&N Administration is satisfied that the candidate is suitable in all respects for appointment to the Government service/post; the decision of the A&N Administration is final and binding. The decision of the A&N Administration in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance/rejection of applications, mode of selection, conduct of examination, allotment of centres, selection, and allotment of posts/organizations to selected candidates shall be final and binding; no enquiry/correspondence shall be entertained. Any dispute in regard to this recruitment shall be subject to Courts/Tribunals having jurisdiction over the A&N Administration only. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
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FAQs
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in A&N Administration Combined Matric Level Examination 2026?
A total of 1535 vacancies have been announced across 194 post codes in various departments of the Andaman & Nicobar Administration. The category-wise breakup is: UR – 704, ST – 129, OBC – 535, EWS – 167, plus 49 PwBD and 10 ESM as horizontal reservations. The number of vacancies is tentative and may increase or decrease at the sole discretion of the A&N Administration based on inputs from indenting departments.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for A&N Administration Matric Level Exam 2026?
The last date for submission of online applications is 28-06-2026 (up to 12:00 Midnight). The online application window opens on 08-06-2026 from 12:00 Noon. Applications must be submitted through the official portal https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in only; no physical applications will be accepted. Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute server congestion issues.
Q3. What is the application fee for A&N Administration Combined Matric Level Exam 2026?
The application fee is Rs. 100/- (Rupees One Hundred Only) payable through Net Banking, VISA/Master/Rupay/Credit/Debit Card, or UPI Payment/QR Code. Female candidates, ST candidates, and Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) candidates are fully exempted from the application fee. Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Q4. What is the exam pattern for A&N Administration Combined Matric Level Exam 2026?
The Tier-I Tablet Based Test (TBT) consists of 150 questions (150 marks) in 120 minutes: General Intelligence & Reasoning (25Q/25M), Numerical Aptitude (25Q/25M), English Language (50Q/50M), and General Awareness (50Q/50M). Each question carries 1 mark; 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer. VH/Cerebral Palsy candidates get 40 additional minutes (total 160 minutes). Questions for sections I, II, and IV are set in English and Hindi; English Language section is in English only. The Tier-II Physical/Skill/Trade Test (wherever applicable) is qualifying in nature only.
Q5. What is the age limit for A&N Administration Matric Level Exam 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 33 years for Male and 18 to 38 years for Female candidates (Group C posts) as on the closing date 28-06-2026. Age relaxation is applicable: ST candidates get 5 years; OBC (NCL) candidates get 3 years; PwBD (UR) gets 10 years; Ex-Servicemen get 3 years after deduction of military service. Central Government civilian employees with minimum 3 years regular continuous service can apply up to 40 years (45 years for ST). Candidates claiming relaxation fraudulently will be permanently debarred.
Q6. Can OBC candidates from mainland India apply for A&N Administration Matric Level Exam 2026 under OBC reservation?
No. OBC reservation in A&N Administration is available exclusively to Local OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates covered under the specific Gazette Notifications (No.343/205/F.No.8-3/2003-TW dated 16th December 2005 and No. 752006/F.No.8-3/2003-TW dated 19th April 2006). OBC candidates from outside A&N Islands will be considered only against Unreserved (UR) vacancies. Similarly, only OBC-NCL certificates not older than 2 years from the closing date are valid for claiming OBC reservation.
Q7. What documents are required at the time of A&N Administration TBT examination?
Candidates must carry: (1) Printed copy of the e-Admit Card downloaded from the official portal; (2) One valid government-issued photo ID in original - Islander Card, Pan Card, Voter ID Card, Driving License, or Aadhaar Card issued by Government of India; and (3) One recent passport-size photograph. Mobile phones, calculators, smart watches, Bluetooth devices, and any other electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall - even in switched-off mode.
Q8. Is there negative marking in A&N Administration Matric Level Exam 2026?
Yes, there is negative marking. For each wrong answer, 0.25 marks (one-fourth of the mark) will be deducted. Each question carries 1 mark, so attempting a question incorrectly results in a net loss of 0.25 marks. There is no deduction for unattempted questions. Candidates are strongly advised to keep this in mind while answering - avoid random guessing. There is also no provision for re-evaluation or re-checking of answer sheets/scripts.
Q9. What is the Tier-II examination in A&N Administration Combined Matric Level Exam 2026?
Tier-II consists of Physical Standard Examination / Physical Measurement and Endurance Test / Skill / Trade Test, wherever prescribed as essential qualification for the specific post (as per Annexure-I of the notification). It is conducted by the concerned department for candidates who qualify in Tier-I TBT. Importantly, the Tier-II test is only of qualifying nature - it does not contribute to the final merit score. Final selection is based solely on Tier-I TBT marks, subject to qualifying the Tier-II test where applicable.
Q10. Can candidates from outside Andaman & Nicobar Islands apply for A&N Administration Matric Level Exam 2026?
Yes, any eligible Indian National can apply. However, candidates from outside A&N Islands applying under ST or OBC reservation will not get the benefit of these reservations - they will be treated as Unreserved (UR) category candidates. Only Local Scheduled Tribe candidates of A&N Islands (as per Scheduled Tribe Order 1959) and Local OBC (NCL) candidates (as per specified A&N Gazette Notifications) are eligible for reserved quota benefits. All selected candidates must be willing to serve in posts/departments located in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
What is the total number of vacancies in A&N Administration Combined Matric Level Examination 2026?
A total of 1535 vacancies have been announced across 194 post codes in various departments of the Andaman & Nicobar Administration. The category-wise breakup is: UR – 704, ST – 129, OBC – 535, EWS – 167, plus 49 PwBD and 10 ESM as horizontal reservations. The number of vacancies is tentative and may increase or decrease at the sole discretion of the A&N Administration based on inputs from indenting departments.
What is the last date to apply for A&N Administration Matric Level Exam 2026?
The last date for submission of online applications is 28-06-2026 (up to 12:00 Midnight). The online application window opens on 08-06-2026 from 12:00 Noon. Applications must be submitted through the official portal https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in only; no physical applications will be accepted. Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute server congestion issues.
What is the application fee for A&N Administration Combined Matric Level Exam 2026?
The application fee is Rs. 100/- (Rupees One Hundred Only) payable through Net Banking, VISA/Master/Rupay/Credit/Debit Card, or UPI Payment/QR Code. Female candidates, ST candidates, and Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) candidates are fully exempted from the application fee. Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
What is the exam pattern for A&N Administration Combined Matric Level Exam 2026?
The Tier-I Tablet Based Test (TBT) consists of 150 questions (150 marks) in 120 minutes: General Intelligence & Reasoning (25Q/25M), Numerical Aptitude (25Q/25M), English Language (50Q/50M), and General Awareness (50Q/50M). Each question carries 1 mark; 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer. VH/Cerebral Palsy candidates get 40 additional minutes (total 160 minutes). Questions for sections I, II, and IV are set in English and Hindi; English Language section is in English only. The Tier-II Physical/Skill/Trade Test (wherever applicable) is qualifying in nature only.
What is the age limit for A&N Administration Matric Level Exam 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 33 years for Male and 18 to 38 years for Female candidates (Group C posts) as on the closing date 28-06-2026. Age relaxation is applicable: ST candidates get 5 years; OBC (NCL) candidates get 3 years; PwBD (UR) gets 10 years; Ex-Servicemen get 3 years after deduction of military service. Central Government civilian employees with minimum 3 years regular continuous service can apply up to 40 years (45 years for ST). Candidates claiming relaxation fraudulently will be permanently debarred.
Can OBC candidates from mainland India apply for A&N Administration Matric Level Exam 2026 under OBC reservation?
No. OBC reservation in A&N Administration is available exclusively to Local OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates covered under the specific Gazette Notifications (No.343/205/F.No.8-3/2003-TW dated 16th December 2005 and No. 752006/F.No.8-3/2003-TW dated 19th April 2006). OBC candidates from outside A&N Islands will be considered only against Unreserved (UR) vacancies. Similarly, only OBC-NCL certificates not older than 2 years from the closing date are valid for claiming OBC reservation.
What documents are required at the time of A&N Administration TBT examination?
Candidates must carry: (1) Printed copy of the e-Admit Card downloaded from the official portal; (2) One valid government-issued photo ID in original - Islander Card, Pan Card, Voter ID Card, Driving License, or Aadhaar Card issued by Government of India; and (3) One recent passport-size photograph. Mobile phones, calculators, smart watches, Bluetooth devices, and any other electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall - even in switched-off mode.
Is there negative marking in A&N Administration Matric Level Exam 2026?
Yes, there is negative marking. For each wrong answer, 0.25 marks (one-fourth of the mark) will be deducted. Each question carries 1 mark, so attempting a question incorrectly results in a net loss of 0.25 marks. There is no deduction for unattempted questions. Candidates are strongly advised to keep this in mind while answering - avoid random guessing. There is also no provision for re-evaluation or re-checking of answer sheets/scripts.
What is the Tier-II examination in A&N Administration Combined Matric Level Exam 2026?
Tier-II consists of Physical Standard Examination / Physical Measurement and Endurance Test / Skill / Trade Test, wherever prescribed as essential qualification for the specific post (as per Annexure-I of the notification). It is conducted by the concerned department for candidates who qualify in Tier-I TBT. Importantly, the Tier-II test is only of qualifying nature - it does not contribute to the final merit score. Final selection is based solely on Tier-I TBT marks, subject to qualifying the Tier-II test where applicable.
Can candidates from outside Andaman & Nicobar Islands apply for A&N Administration Matric Level Exam 2026?
Yes, any eligible Indian National can apply. However, candidates from outside A&N Islands applying under ST or OBC reservation will not get the benefit of these reservations - they will be treated as Unreserved (UR) category candidates. Only Local Scheduled Tribe candidates of A&N Islands (as per Scheduled Tribe Order 1959) and Local OBC (NCL) candidates (as per specified A&N Gazette Notifications) are eligible for reserved quota benefits. All selected candidates must be willing to serve in posts/departments located in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
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