Andaman and Nicobar Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 716 Group B (NG) & Group C Posts. The Andaman and Nicobar Administration has officially released the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. 02/HSL/2026) to fill 716 vacancies across 38 different posts in various departments. This is one of the largest recruitment drives in 2026 for 10th/12th/ITI/Diploma/Graduate pass candidates in the Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
Online applications will start on 15 June 2026 (12:00 Noon) and the last date to apply online is 05 July 2026 (12:00 Midnight). Eligible candidates can apply through the official recruitment portal erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in.
Andaman and Nicobar Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 – Job Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Names | Lower Grade Clerk, Stenographer (OG), Forester, Patwari, Master 1st Class, Marine Radio Operator, Tally Clerk, Village Level Worker and 30+ other Group B (NG) & Group C posts |
| Total Vacancies | 716 Posts |
| Age Limit | 18-33/38 years (post-wise, as on closing date) |
| Salary | Pay Level-2 to Level-6 (7th CPC) |
| Qualification | Matriculation Pass / 12th Pass / ITI / Diploma / Graduation (post-wise) |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (UR/OBC/EWS Male) | Nil (Female/ST/PwBD) |
| Selection Process | Tier-I (Online TBT) + Tier-II (Physical/Skill/Trade Test – Qualifying) + Document Verification |
| Job Location | Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 July 2026 (12:00 Midnight) |
✅ A&N Administration CHSL Vacancy Details 2026
Total 716 vacancies across 38 Group B (NG) & Group C posts. Major posts include:
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Lower Grade Clerk | 426 |
| Forester | 36 |
| Master 1st Class | 26 |
| Village Level Worker | 28 |
| Tally Clerk (Port Management Board) | 23 |
| Stenographer (OG) | 33 |
| Grand Total : 716 Posts | |
Detailed post-wise vacancy and reservation is available in the official notification.
✅ A&N Administration CHSL 2026 Pay Scale
Salary as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix:
- Pay Level-2 to Level-6 (₹19,900 – ₹1,42,400 depending on the post)
Selected candidates will also get Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Medical facilities and other benefits as admissible under A&N Administration rules.
✅ A&N Administration CHSL 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on closing date of online application):
- Group C (Male): 18-33 years
- Group C (Female): 18-38 years
- Group B (NG): 18-30 years (post-wise variation)
Age relaxation: ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PwBD – 10/13/15 years, Ex-Servicemen – 03 years (after deduction of service), etc.
Educational Qualification: Varies post-wise (10th Pass / 12th Pass / ITI / Diploma / Graduation). Detailed qualification is given in the official notification.
✅ A&N Administration CHSL 2026 Selection Process
- Tier-I: Online Tablet Based Test (TBT) – 200 Marks (Objective Type)
- Tier-II: Physical Standard / Physical Endurance / Skill / Trade Test (Qualifying in nature for specific posts)
- Document Verification
✅ Important Dates for A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026
| Start Date for Online Applications | 15 June 2026 (12:00 Noon) |
| Last Date for Online Applications | 05 July 2026 (12:00 Midnight) |
| Date of Tier-I (TBT) Examination | To be intimated later |
| Date of Tier-II (Physical/Skill/Trade Test) | To be notified later |
✅ Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100/- |
| Female / ST / PwBD | Nil (Exempted) |
Fee payable online through Net Banking / Card / UPI / QR Code.
✅ How to Apply for A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official recruitment portal https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in
- Register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number
- Fill the online application form with all personal, educational and category details
- Upload scanned photograph and signature (as per specifications)
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference
✅ Important Links
| A&N Administration CHSL 2026 Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Eligibility Criteria Notification PDF | Download Eligibility PDF |
| Apply Online for A&N Administration CHSL 2026 | Apply Online |
| A&N Administration Official Website | erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in |
✅ A&N Administration CHSL 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026?
A1. Total 716 vacancies have been announced across 38 Group B (NG) & Group C posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for A&N Administration CHSL 2026?
A2. The last date to submit online application is 05 July 2026 (12:00 Midnight).
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
A3. Varies post-wise (10th Pass / 12th Pass / ITI / Diploma / Graduation). Check detailed notification for specific post qualification.
Q4. What is the application fee for male UR/OBC candidates?
A4. ₹100/- (Female / ST / PwBD candidates are exempted).
Q5. What is the selection process?
A5. Tier-I (Online Tablet Based Test) + Tier-II (Physical Standard / Skill / Trade Test – Qualifying) + Document Verification.
Q6. Is there negative marking in the Tier-I examination?
A6. Yes, there is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.