Andaman and Nicobar Administration (A&N Administration) has recently released an official notification for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination, 2026. Online applications are invited from eligible candidates to fill up 716 vacancies for various Group ‘B’ (NG) and Group ‘C’ posts. All interested candidates can check the complete recruitment details below and apply online before the last date.

Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Recruitment 2026: Overview

All the key highlights of the Andaman & Nicobar CHSL vacancy are summarized in the table below for a quick glance:

Job Attribute	Details
Organization Name	Andaman and Nicobar Administration (A&N Administration)
Exam Name	Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination, 2026 (CHSL)
Total Vacancies	716 Posts
Post Groups	Group B (NG) & Group ‘C’
Application Mode	Online Only
Type of Exam	Online TBT Examination (Tablet-Based Test)
Official Website	https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in/

Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Exam Important Dates

Candidates must note the important dates for the A&N Administration CHSL 2026 recruitment process to avoid missing deadlines:

• Notification Released Date: 05/06/2026
• Apply Online Start Date: 15/06/2026 (From 12:00 Noon)
• Last Date to Apply Online: 05/07/2026 (Till 12:00 Midnight)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 05/07/2026
• Exam Date: To be intimated in due course

Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Application Fee Details

The category-wise application fee details for the CHSL examination are given below. The fee can only be paid via online modes:

• General / OBC / EWS / Male Candidates: ₹100/- (Rupees One Hundred Only)
• SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates: Exempted (No Fee Required)
• Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, VISA/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card, UPI Payment/QR Code)

Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Eligibility & Age Limit

Candidates must fulfill the following age criteria as on the closing date of application (05/07/2026):

• Group ‘B’ (NG) Posts (Male & Female): 18 to 30 Years
• Group ‘C’ Posts (Males): 18 to 38 Years
• Group ‘C’ Posts (Females): 18 to 33 Years
• Age Calculator

Upper Age Relaxation Benefits:

• ST Candidates: Relaxation up to 43 years for Group C and 5 years for Group B posts.
• OBC Candidates: Relaxation up to 41 years (Females) / 36 years (Males) for Group C and 3 years for Group B posts.
• PwD Candidates: 10 to 15 years of relaxation depending on the category.
• Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years relaxation after deduction of actual military service (Applicable for Group C posts only).

Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Vacancy Details 2026

The complete distribution of the 716 vacancies across various departments and secretariats is tabulated below:

Post Code	Name of Post	Department	Total Vacancies
195/26	Laboratory Assistant	Animal Husbandry & Vet. Service	6
196/26	Stenographer	Chief Pay And Accounts Office	2
197/26	Lower Division Clerk	Chief Pay And Accounts Office	5
198/26	Mechanical Foreman	Environment & Forests	1
199/26	Forester	Environment & Forests	36
200/26	Stenographer (OG)	Environment & Forests	3
201/26	Veterinary Compounder	Environment & Forests	3
202/26	Patwari	Deputy Commissioner (SA)	8
203/26	Soil Conservation Field Assistant	Directorate of Agriculture	4
204/26	Agriculture Field Assistant	Directorate of Agriculture	13
205/26	Godown Keeper	Directorate of Disaster Mgmt	2
206/26	Laboratory Assistant	Directorate of Education	9
207/26	Sub-Inspector of Fisheries	Directorate of Fisheries	2
208/26	Plaster Room Technician	Directorate of Health Service	1
209/26	Typist	Directorate of Health Service	1
210/26	Sales Assistant	Directorate of Industries	2
211/26	Village Level Worker	Directorate of RD, PRIs & ULB	28
212/26	Gram Sevika	Directorate of RD, PRIs & ULB	4
213/26	Master 1st Class	Directorate of Shipping Service	26
214/26	Chief Engine Driver (SG)	Directorate of Shipping Service	11
215/26	Master 2nd Class	Directorate of Shipping Service	13
216/26	Marine Radio Operator	Directorate of Shipping Service	5
217/26	Tally Clerk	Directorate of Shipping Service	7
218/26	Store Keeper (Dockyard)	Directorate of Shipping Service	1
219/26	Sales Girl	Directorate of Social Welfare	1
220/26	Depot Clerk	Directorate of Transport	8
221/26	Storekeeper	Directorate of Transport	3
222/26	Weaving Instructor	District Prison, Prothrapur	1
223/26	Typist-Cum-Clerk	Electricity Dept, Sri Vijaya Puram	3
224/26	IT Analyst	Information Technology	7
225/26	Tally Clerk	Port Management Board	23
226/26	Marine Radio Operator	Port Management Board	6
227/26	Lower Grade Clerk	Secretariat, A&N Administration	426
228/26	Stenographer (OG)	Secretariat, A&N Administration	33
229/26	Field Assistant	The Municipal Council	1
230/26	Lower Grade Clerk	The Municipal Council	9
231/26	Stenographer	The Municipal Council	1
232/26	Computer Assistant Gr-‘A’	The Municipal Council	1
	Grand Total Vacancies		716 Posts

Note: For the detailed category-wise (UR, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD, ESM) reservation breakdown, candidates can check the official notification PDF linked below.

Educational Qualification Required for Andaman & Nicobar CHSL

Because this is a Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination (CHSL), the essential qualification required for almost all vacancies is a 12th Pass (Higher Secondary) from a recognized board.

• For specific post-wise educational and technical requirements (such as Stenography speeds, typing skills, specialized certificates, or diplomas), candidates must refer to Annexure-I of the official notification vacancy notice.

Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates will receive highly attractive salary packages according to the designated Central Pay Levels mentioned below:

• Pay Level 6 (Rs. 35400-112400): Master 1st Class, Chief Engine Driver (SG)
• Pay Level 5 (Rs. 29200-92300): Mechanical Foreman, Forester
• Pay Level 4 (Rs. 25500-81100): Stenographer, Veterinary Compounder, Laboratory Assistant, Plaster Room Technician, Master 2nd Class, Marine Radio Operator, Tally Clerk, Store Keeper, IT Analyst, Computer Assistant
• Pay Level 3 (Rs. 21700-69100): Laboratory Assistant, Patwari, Godown Keeper, SI Fisheries, Village Level Worker, Gram Sevika
• Pay Level 2 (Rs. 19900-63200): Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Soil Conservation/Agriculture Field Assistant, Typist, Sales Assistant, Sales Girl, Depot Clerk, Weaving Instructor, Typist-cum-clerk, Lower Grade Clerk
• Allowances: In addition to the basic pay, candidates will receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits as per the central administration rules.

Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Selection Process

The selection process for the A&N Administration CHSL vacancy consists of the following consecutive stages:

1. Stage 1 (Tier-I): Online Tablet-Based Test (TBT) Examination (The final merit list will be prepared based on these marks).
2. Stage 2 (Tier-II): Physical Standard Examination / Physical Measurement & Endurance / Skill / Trade Test (Wherever applicable – This stage is qualifying in nature only).
3. Stage 3: Online Document Verification (Verification of original academic and caste certificates).
4. Stage 4: Medical Examination.

Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Exam Pattern 2026

The detailed structure and subject-wise scheme of the online TBT exam are provided below:

• Exam Mode: Online (TBT – Tablet Based Test)
• Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Negative Marking: There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
• Time Duration: Candidates will get a total of 120 Minutes (2 Hours) to solve the paper. (Visually Handicapped candidates using a scribe will receive 40 minutes of extra compensatory time).
• Medium of Exam: Except for the English Language section, all questions will be set bilingual in both English and Hindi.

Subject / Section	Number of Questions	Maximum Marks
English Language (General English)	50	50
General Intelligence	50	50
Quantitative Aptitude	50	50
General Awareness	50	50
Total	200	200

How to Apply Online for Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can fill out the online recruitment form by carefully following the steps mentioned below:

1. Visit the official e-recruitment portal of the administration: https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in.
2. Click on the recruitment notice section on the homepage and read the rules carefully.
3. Complete the online registration process and fill in your personal and educational background details.
4. Select the desired posts and fill in your preferences in the exact order you want.
5. Upload a clear Photograph (20KB-50KB) and Signature (10KB-20KB) meeting the specified image criteria (plain white background recommended).
6. Pay the prescribed application fee through the available online gateways.
7. Double-check all details, finally submit the form, and take a clear printout for future reference.

Important Links Table for Candidates

All the direct official links regarding the recruitment process are tabulated below:

Useful Links	Direct Link
Apply Online Link (Starts 15/06/2026)	Click Here
Download Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Download Vacancy Details	Click Here
Syllabus	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here
Join Our WhatsApp Group	Join Now
Join Our Telegram Channel	Join Now
Home	Click Here

Source: Information is taken from the official notification released by the Andaman & Nicobar Administration.

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