Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 716 Vacancies Across 38 Posts

Quick Highlights - Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Recruitment 2026

• Organization: Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Secretariat
• Advertisement No.: 02/HSL/2026
• Post Name: Various Group B (NG) and Group C Posts (38 Posts)
• Total Vacancies: 716
• Application Mode: Online Only
• Last Date (Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Recruitment 2026): 05 July 2026 (12:00 Midnight)
• Exam Mode: Tablet Based Test (TBT)
• Official Website: erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in

Important Dates

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Net Banking, VISA/Master/Rupay/Credit/Debit Card, UPI Payment/QR Code.

Vacancy Details - Andaman & Nicobar CHSL 2026

The total vacancies are 716 across 38 posts in various departments. The complete category-wise breakup is as follows:

The above vacancies are tentative and based on inputs from indenting departments. Vacancies may increase or decrease at the sole discretion of the A&N Administration.

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Applicant must be an Indian National.

Educational Qualification

The essential educational and other qualifications for each specific post are available in the Annexure-I of the Vacancy Notice. Candidates must ensure they fulfill the prescribed qualifications as on the closing date of the vacancy notice (05 July 2026).

Age Limit (as on closing date 05 July 2026)

• Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Age relaxation of 3 years after deducting military service from actual age (for Group C posts only).
• Central Government Civilian Employees (Group C): Up to 40 years (45 years for ST) if they have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service.
• DRM and contractual employees including SSCT: 40 years (45 years for ST) as per A&N Administration circulars.

Reservation Notes

• Only Local Scheduled Tribe candidates covered under the A&N Islands Scheduled Tribe Order 1959 are eligible for ST quota. Other ST candidates will be considered under Unreserved vacancies only.
• Only Local OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates with a valid OBC-NCL certificate not older than two years from the closing date are eligible for OBC quota.
• EWS candidates must have certificates issued by the Revenue department, A&N Administration.
• PwBD candidates must have at least 40% disability with a Disability Certificate from competent authority.

Exam Pattern - Andaman & Nicobar CHSL TBT Examination 2026

The Tier-I examination is a Tablet Based Test (TBT) with the following structure:

• Duration: 120 minutes for all candidates | 120 minutes + 40 minutes for Visually Handicapped/Cerebral Palsy candidates.
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
• Each question carries 1 mark. Questions for subjects II, III, and IV will be in English and Hindi languages.
• For Visually Handicapped (VH) candidates using Scribe (40%+ disability), there will be no component of Maps/Graphs/Diagrams/Statistical Data in General Intelligence/General Awareness and Quantitative Aptitude papers.

Indicative Syllabus

• English Language: Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms/Homonyms/Antonyms, Spellings, Idioms and Phrases, One word substitution, Improvement of Sentences, Active/Passive Voice, Direct/Indirect narration, Shuffling of Sentence parts, Comprehension Passage.
• General Intelligence: Semantic Analogy, Symbolic operations, Number Analogy, Trends, Figural Analogy, Space Orientation, Venn Diagrams, Number Classification, Drawing inferences, Number Series, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Coding and de-coding, Numerical operations.
• Quantitative Aptitude: Number Systems, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Statistical Charts (Histogram, Bar-diagram, Pie-chart).
• General Awareness: Current events, knowledge of India and neighboring countries especially History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General policy, and scientific research.

Selection Process

• Tier-I: Tablet Based Test (TBT) - Online examination with 200 MCQs (200 marks) as described above.
• Tier-II: Physical Standard Examination / Physical Measurement and Endurance / Skill / Trade Test - This is qualifying in nature only and will be conducted by the concerned Department for posts where it is prescribed as an essential qualification. Cut-offs may differ for each post.
• Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must upload original certificates/testimonials on the official website on a scheduled date for online verification.
• Final Merit List: Prepared based on TBT performance and post preferences. Candidates are selected based on merit in TBT, subject to qualifying Tier-II where applicable.

Tie-Breaking Rules

• Date of birth - the older candidate gets preference.
• If still tied, alphabetical order of names (first name) is used.

How to Apply for Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Recruitment 2026

All applications must be submitted online only. No physical application will be accepted. Follow these steps to Apply Online:

1. Step 1: Visit the official recruitment website at erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in from 15 June 2026 (12:00 Noon) to 05 July 2026 (12:00 Midnight).
2. Step 2: Register on the portal using your own active personal Email ID and Mobile Number. Keep these active throughout the recruitment process as all communications - Registration Number, Password, e-Admit Card, and Call Letters - will be sent to these only.
3. Step 3: Fill in the online application form in six sections: (1) Personal details, (2) Post selection (in order of preference), (3) Education Qualification details, (4) Experience if any, (5) Payment details, and (6) Upload Photograph and Signature.
4. Step 4: Upload a good quality photograph (JPG/JPEG, 20KB-50KB, 200x230 resolution, plain white or off-white background, full face without cap/mask/glasses) and signature (JPG/JPEG, 10KB-20KB, 140x60 resolution). Other documents such as proof of age, qualifications, and category certificates should be between 100KB to 500KB.
5. Step 5: Pay the application fee of Rs. 100/- (exempted for Female/ST/PwBD candidates) through Net Banking, VISA/Master/Rupay/Credit/Debit Card, or UPI/QR Code.
6. Step 6: Submit the application after verifying all details. Once submitted, no request for change or correction will be entertained. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required

• Passport size photograph (JPG/JPEG format, 20KB-50KB, plain white/off-white background, full face)
• Scanned Signature (JPG/JPEG, 10KB-20KB)
• Proof of Age (Class 10th/Matriculation Certificate)
• Educational Qualification certificates as prescribed for the applied post
• Category Certificate - ST/OBC-NCL/EWS (as applicable; OBC-NCL certificate must not be older than 2 years from closing date)
• Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates - minimum 40% disability)
• Ex-Servicemen Certificate (for ESM candidates)
• NOC from employer (for departmental/government candidates)
• Islander Card / Pan Card / Voter ID Card / Driving License / Aadhaar Card (for identity verification at exam)

General Rules and Important Instructions

• Candidates can apply for one or more posts in order of preference. Apply using the appropriate post-specific link on the portal.
• No documents need to be uploaded at the time of application submission. Verification will be done at the Online Document Verification stage.
• The candidature will be accepted only provisionally. Eligibility will be verified at the time of document verification.
• For Scribe facility: VH candidates with 40%+ visual disability whose writing speed is affected by Cerebral Palsy/Muscular Dystrophy/Locomotor Disability (One Arm)/Intellectual Disability can avail Scribe. Scribe must be arranged by the candidate independently and a separate e-Admit Card will be issued to the Scribe. Candidates with Scribe get 20 extra minutes for every hour of TBT examination.
• Mobile Phones, Calculators, Electronic Watches, Bluetooth devices, and all other electronic gadgets are strictly banned inside exam premises.
• Candidates must report at least one and a half hours before examination commencement. Entry gates close half an hour before exam start.
• All updates, admit cards, results, and notifications will be published exclusively on erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in. No separate print media announcement will be made.
• Fraudulent registration using others' names/photos may attract action under the Cyber Crime Act/IT Act.
• For helpdesk queries: Email rect.examcell.ana@gmail.com or call 03192-259200 SOVTECH (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on working days).
• All disputes are subject to courts/tribunals having jurisdiction over the A&N Administration only.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Recruitment 2026?

The total number of vacancies is 716 across 38 posts under various departments of the Andaman and Nicobar Administration. These include 334 UR, 42 ST, 280 OBC, and 60 EWS vacancies. Additionally, 25 vacancies are reserved for PwBD and 2 for Ex-Servicemen. The vacancies are tentative and may increase or decrease at the sole discretion of the A&N Administration.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for Andaman & Nicobar CHSL 2026?

The online application window opens on 15 June 2026 at 12:00 Noon and closes on 05 July 2026 at 12:00 Midnight. Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues. No physical application will be entertained.

Q3. What is the application fee for Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Recruitment 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 exempted from paying the application fee.

Q4. What is the age limit for Andaman & Nicobar CHSL 2026?

For Group B (NG) posts, the age limit is 18 to 30 years for both male and female candidates. For Group C posts, males must be between 18 to 33 years and females between 18 to 38 years. The crucial date for determining age is the closing date of receipt of online application, i.e., 05 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwD-UR (10 years), and Ex-Servicemen as per rules.

Q5. What is the exam pattern for Andaman & Nicobar CHSL TBT Examination 2026?

The examination is a Tablet Based Test (TBT) with 200 questions carrying 200 marks (1 mark each). It consists of four subjects: English Language (50 questions, 50 marks), General Intelligence (50 questions, 50 marks), Quantitative Aptitude (50 questions, 50 marks), and General Awareness (50 questions, 50 marks). The total duration is 120 minutes. There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

Q6. Which posts are included in Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Recruitment 2026?

The recruitment covers 38 posts including Lower Grade Clerk (426 vacancies), Stenographer OG (33 vacancies), Forester (36 vacancies), Master 1st Class (26 vacancies), Tally Clerk in Port Management Board (23 vacancies), Village Level Worker (28 vacancies), Agriculture Field Assistant (13 vacancies), Patwari (8 vacancies), and many more across departments like Agriculture, Education, Fisheries, Shipping, Health, Transport, and others.

Q7. What is the mode of examination for Andaman & Nicobar CHSL 2026?

The examination will be conducted in Tablet Based Test (TBT) mode at designated centres located in South Andaman, North and Middle Andaman, and Nicobar Districts. The date and venue of TBT will be intimated later through SMS and E-mail. All information regarding admit card, results, and other updates will be posted only on the official website erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in.

Q8. How is the final merit list prepared for Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Recruitment 2026?

Candidates are shortlisted based on their merit and post preferences in the TBT Examination (Tier-I). Final selection is based on TBT performance, subject to qualifying the Physical Standard Examination/Skill/Trade Test (Tier-II), wherever applicable. Tier-II is only qualifying in nature. Shortlisted candidates are then called for online document verification. In case of a tie, date of birth (older candidate preferred) and alphabetical order of names are used to resolve the tie.

Source and Disclaimer

This article is prepared based on the official Recruitment Notice (Advertisement No. 02/HSL/2026) issued by the Deputy Secretary (Rect. and Examn), Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Secretariat, Port Blair, dated June 2026. Candidates are advised to always refer to the official website erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in for accurate and updated information. VacancyPage.com is not responsible for any discrepancy or changes made after publication of this article.