A&N CHSL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 716 Depot Clerk, Stenographer & Other Posts
A&N CHSL Online Form 2026: The Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Secretariat, Sri Vijayapuram has published the recruitment notification (Advt No. 02/HSL/2026) on its official website. https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in The notification is for the recruitment of 716 Laboratory Assistant, Depot Clerk, Stenographer & Other posts. The last date to apply for these vacancies is 05/07/2026. Candidates who have Senior Secondary School Certificate (12th Pass) from a recognized Board/Institution (qualification varies by post) qualifications can apply Apply Online for A&N CHSL Recruitment 2026. Interested candidates must read the official notification carefully and complete the application process as per the given instructions. The official website link and the A&N CHSL Recruitment 2026 notification link are provided below under the heading Important Links.
Andaman and Nicobar Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Here is the overview section of A&N CHSL Recruitment 2026. Here you can find the quick information about the A&N CHSL Recruitment 2026 notification. First check the following overview and if you find you are eligible and interested then read the next sections like eligibility criteria, important dates and important links. The overview section includes organisation, post name, total number of vacancies, qualification, job location and application mode.
| Organisation | Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Secretariat, Sri Vijayapuram |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Laboratory Assistant, Depot Clerk, Stenographer & Other |
| Total Number of Vacancies | 716 |
| Qualification | Senior Secondary School Certificate (12th Pass) from a recognized Board/Institution (qualification varies by post) |
| Job Location | Andaman and Nicobar |
| Application Mode | Apply Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 05/07/2026 |
| Official Website | https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in |
Vacancies Detail
Here, you can find the position wise vacancies detail of each position open under A&N CHSL Recruitment 2026 notification. You can find here the number of vacancies, qualification, age limit and pay scale. The complete eligibility criteria of each position open under A&N Administration is given below.
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Laboratory Assistant (Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Service)
- No. of Vacancies: 6
- Qualification: 12th Pass with Biology; Diploma in Laboratory Technician Course
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-3 (7th CPC)
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Stenographer (Chief Pay And Accounts Office)
- No. of Vacancies: 2
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Shorthand 80 wpm & Typewriting 40 wpm; Qualify written exam & trade test
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Lower Division Clerk (Chief Pay And Accounts Office)
- No. of Vacancies: 5
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Typing speed 35 wpm English or 30 wpm Hindi on Computer
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-2 (7th CPC)
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Mechanical Foreman (Department of Environment & Forests)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-5 (7th CPC)
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Forester (Department of Environment & Forests)
- No. of Vacancies: 36
- Qualification: 12th Pass in Science; Physical Standard; Written Test; Physical Endurance Test (25 km/14 km walk in 4 hours)
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-5 (7th CPC)
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Stenographer (OG) (Department of Environment & Forests)
- No. of Vacancies: 3
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Shorthand 80 wpm & Typewriting 40 wpm or 45 wpm on Computer; Qualify written exam & trade test
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Veterinary Compounder (Department of Environment & Forests)
- No. of Vacancies: 3
- Qualification: 12th Pass in Science; Diploma in Animal Husbandry/Veterinary Pharmacy/Livestock extension (min 2 years); Qualify written test; Physical Endurance Test
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Patwari (Deputy Commissioner SA)
- No. of Vacancies: 8
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Qualify written test
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-3 (7th CPC)
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Soil Conservation Field Assistant (Directorate of Agriculture)
- No. of Vacancies: 4
- Qualification: 12th Pass in Science with Biology OR Matriculation with ITI in Survey/Draftsmanship
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-2 (7th CPC)
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Agriculture Field Assistant (Directorate of Agriculture)
- No. of Vacancies: 13
- Qualification: 12th Pass in Science with Biology; Qualify written test
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-2 (7th CPC)
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Godown Keeper (Directorate of Disaster Management)
- No. of Vacancies: 2
- Qualification: 12th Pass; One year Diploma in Computer Applications
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-3 (7th CPC)
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Laboratory Assistant (Directorate of Education)
- No. of Vacancies: 9
- Qualification: 12th Pass with Physics, Chemistry and Biology
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Sub-Inspector of Fisheries (Directorate of Fisheries)
- No. of Vacancies: 2
- Qualification: 12th Pass in Science with Biology OR 10th Pass with Gear Technician/Fishing Second Hand training from CIFNET OR 10th Pass with Diploma in Fishery Engineering/Fishing Boat Skipper
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-3 (7th CPC)
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Plaster Room Technician (Directorate of Health Service)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: 12th Pass
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Typist (Directorate of Health Service)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Qualify written exam; Typing speed 30 wpm English or 25 wpm Hindi (manual) or 35/30 wpm on Computer
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-2 (7th CPC)
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Sales Assistant (Directorate of Industries)
- No. of Vacancies: 2
- Qualification: 12th Pass; 2 years experience in sales OR Degree with one year Computer Applications certificate with Tally
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-2 (7th CPC)
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Village Level Worker (Directorate of RD, PRIs & Urban Local Bodies)
- No. of Vacancies: 28
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Qualify written exam
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-3 (7th CPC)
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Gram Sevika (Directorate of RD, PRIs & Urban Local Bodies)
- No. of Vacancies: 4
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Qualify written exam
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-3 (7th CPC)
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Master 1st Class (Directorate of Shipping Service Afloat)
- No. of Vacancies: 26
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Certificate of Competency of Master 1st Class under IV Act 1917 with STCW 95 endorsement
- Age Limit: 18-30 years (Group B NG)
- Pay Scale: Level-6 (7th CPC)
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Chief Engine Driver (Sea Going) (Directorate of Shipping Service Afloat)
- No. of Vacancies: 11
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Certificate of Competency of Chief Engine Driver (Sea Going) under I.V Act 1917
- Age Limit: 18-30 years (Group B NG)
- Pay Scale: Level-6 (7th CPC)
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Master 2nd Class (Directorate of Shipping Service Afloat)
- No. of Vacancies: 13
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Certificate of Competency of Master 2nd Class under IV Act 1917
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Marine Radio Operator (Directorate of Shipping Service Afloat)
- No. of Vacancies: 5
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Certificate of proficiency in GMDSS (GOC); Pass Trade Test; Normal vision & colour vision; Pass Swimming Test
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Tally Clerk (Directorate of Shipping Service Afloat)
- No. of Vacancies: 7
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Qualify Swimming Test and written test
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Store Keeper (Dockyard) (Directorate of Shipping Service Afloat)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Basic knowledge of Computer operation
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Sales Girl (Directorate of Social Welfare)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: 12th Pass
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-2 (7th CPC)
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Depot Clerk (Directorate of Transport)
- No. of Vacancies: 8
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Qualify written exam; One year Diploma in Computer Application; Typing speed 35 wpm English or 30 wpm Hindi on Computer
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-2 (7th CPC)
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Storekeeper (Directorate of Transport)
- No. of Vacancies: 3
- Qualification: 12th Pass
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Weaving Instructor (District Prison, Prothrapur)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: 12th Pass; One year Diploma/Certificate in weaving trade
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-2 (7th CPC)
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Typist-Cum-Clerk (Electricity Department, Sri Vijaya Puram)
- No. of Vacancies: 3
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Qualify written exam; Typing speed 35 wpm English or 30 wpm Hindi on Computer
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-2 (7th CPC)
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IT Analyst (Information Technology)
- No. of Vacancies: 7
- Qualification: Diploma in Computer Engineering (3 years after 10+2) OR Post Diploma/PG Diploma in Computer Application OR 12th Pass with one year Certificate in Computer Application; Qualify written proficiency test; Data entry speed min 6000 KDPH; Qualify Aptitude test
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Tally Clerk (Port Management Board, Sri Vijaya Puram)
- No. of Vacancies: 23
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Certificate of at least 3 months Computer Application course
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Marine Radio Operator (Port Management Board, Sri Vijaya Puram)
- No. of Vacancies: 6
- Qualification: 12th Pass with Physics, Chemistry & Maths; Certificate of Competency GOC in GMDSS or equivalent; Qualify trade test; Normal colour vision
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Lower Grade Clerk (Secretariat, A&N Administration)
- No. of Vacancies: 426
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Qualify written exam; Typing speed 35 wpm English or 30 wpm Hindi on Computer
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-2 (7th CPC)
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Stenographer (OG) (Secretariat, A&N Administration)
- No. of Vacancies: 33
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Shorthand 80 wpm & Typewriting 40 wpm or 45 wpm on Computer; Qualify written exam & trade test
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Field Assistant (The Municipal Council, Sri Vijaya Puram)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: 12th Pass in Science with Biology; One year certificate in Horticulture; Qualify written exam
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-2 (7th CPC)
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Lower Grade Clerk (The Municipal Council, Sri Vijaya Puram)
- No. of Vacancies: 9
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Qualify written test; Typing speed 35 wpm English or 30 wpm Hindi on Computer
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-2 (7th CPC)
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Stenographer (OG) (The Municipal Council, Sri Vijaya Puram)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: 12th Pass; Shorthand 80 wpm & Typewriting 40 wpm or 45 wpm on Computer; Qualify written exam & trade test
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
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Computer Assistant Gr.-A' (The Municipal Council, Sri Vijaya Puram)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: Diploma in Computer Engineering (3 years after 10+2) OR Post Diploma/PG Diploma in Computer Application OR 12th Pass with one year Certificate in Computer Application; Qualify written professional test; Data entry speed min 6000 KDPH; Qualify Aptitude test
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male Group C), 18-38 years (Female Group C)
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (7th CPC)
Selection Procedure
The detailed selection procedure has been mentioned in the official notification of A&N CHSL Recruitment 2026. But we are giving you here the short summary of the selection procedure. The candidates are advised to refer to official notification for selection procedure.
Selection Procedure:
Tier-I: Online TBT (Tablet Based Test)
- Subjects: English Language (50 Qs, 50 Marks), General Intelligence (50 Qs, 50 Marks), Quantitative Aptitude (50 Qs, 50 Marks), General Awareness (50 Qs, 50 Marks)
- Total: 200 Questions, 200 Marks
- Duration: 120 minutes (General); 160 minutes (Visually Handicapped/Cerebral Palsy candidates)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
- Questions for subjects (ii), (iii) & (iv) will be set in English and Hindi only
Tier-II: Physical Standard Examination / Skill / Trade Test (Qualifying Nature Only – For Specific Posts)
- Stenographer (all departments): Stenography/Typewriting Trade Test
- Lower Division Clerk / Lower Grade Clerk / Depot Clerk / Typist-Cum-Clerk: Typing Test
- IT Analyst / Computer Assistant Gr.-A’: Written Proficiency Test + Data Entry Speed Test (min 6000 key depressions/hour) + Aptitude Test
- Forester: Physical Standard Verification + Physical Endurance Test (25 km walk for males, 14 km walk for females in 4 hours)
- Veterinary Compounder: Physical Endurance Test
- Tally Clerk – Shipping Service Afloat (217/26): Swimming Test + Written Test
- Marine Radio Operator (216/26 & 226/26): Trade Test
- Typist – Health Service: Typing Test
No Interview will be conducted.
Final Selection: Based on merit in TBT (Tier-I), subject to qualifying the Skill/Trade Test (Tier-II) wherever applicable.
Tie-Breaking Rules:
- 1st Tie-Break: Date of birth – the candidate older in age gets preference.
- 2nd Tie-Break: Alphabetical order of names (first name considered).
Application Fees
Here is the complete information about A&N CHSL Recruitment 2026 application fee. We advise the candidates that read the rules, methods and guidelines in the official notification before any payment of the application fee.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates (Male) | Rs. 100/- |
| Female / ST / Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) Candidates | Nil (Exempted) |
Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of all important dates related to this recruitment to avoid missing any deadline. The schedule mentioned below is based on official information and may be updated from time to time.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date for Online Applications | 15/06/2026 |
| Last Date for Online Applications | 05/07/2026 |
How to Apply
Here is the complete procedure to apply for A&N CHSL Recruitment 2026. The candidates should read the complete procedure to apply in the official notification from the links given below.
The application procedure for is not fully online. Candidates are advised to follow the detailed instructions given below.
- Visit the official A&N Administration recruitment website at https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in.
- Register and fill in the online application form with Personal Details, Post Selection, Education Qualification Details, Experience (if any), Payment Details, and Upload Photograph and Signature.
- Select posts in order of preference; no change of preference will be entertained later.
- Upload a recent passport size colour photograph (jpg/jpeg, 20 KB to 50 KB, resolution 200×230, plain white/off-white background) and signature (jpeg, 10 KB to 20 KB, resolution 140×60).
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100/- (if applicable) via Net Banking, VISA/Master/Rupay/Credit/Debit Card, or UPI Payment/QR Code. Female/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted.
- Submit the application before 05 July 2026 (12:00 Midnight). No documents need to be uploaded at the time of submission.
- Keep the registered E-mail ID and Mobile Number active throughout the recruitment process for admit cards and communications.
- Note: Applications received through post/by hand/by mail will not be accepted and will be summarily rejected.
Important Links
You can find here all important links to apply for A&N CHSL Recruitment 2026. We advise the candidates that you must read the official notification before filing the application form for Laboratory Assistant, Depot Clerk, Stenographer & Other vacancies.
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Link will be updated on 15th June 2026) | Click Here |
| A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| A&N Administration CHSL Recruitment 2026 Qualification Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Telegram (GovtJobGuru) for Latest Updates | Click Here |
Other Important Information
Other Important Information:
- Exam Mode: Online TBT (Tablet Based Test)
- Advertisement No.: 02/HSL/2026 dated June 2026
- Total Vacancies: 716 (tentative, subject to change at the sole discretion of A&N Administration)
- Post Groups: Group B (NG) and Group C
- Pay Scale: 7th CPC Pay Level-2 to Level-6 (as per post)
- ST Reservation: Only Local Scheduled Tribe candidates covered under A&N Islands Scheduled Tribe Order 1959 are eligible for ST quota reservation. Other ST candidates will be considered only for Unreserved Vacancies.
- Age Limit (Crucial Date): 05-07-2026 (closing date of online application)
- Group B (NG): 18-30 years (M/F)
- Group C Male: 18-33 years
- Group C Female: 18-38 years
- Age relaxation: ST +5 yrs, OBC +3 yrs, PwD (UR) +10 yrs, PwD (OBC) +13 yrs, PwD (ST) +15 yrs, Ex-Servicemen as per rules, Central Govt. Employees as per rules
- Examination Centres: South Andaman, North & Middle Andaman, and Nicobar Districts. Candidates must indicate zone preference in the online application; no change of centre/zone will be entertained later.
- No documents to be uploaded at the time of online application submission. Eligibility will be verified at the time of Online Document Verification.
- Application once submitted cannot be modified (including change of category or post preference).
- No re-evaluation/re-checking of Answer Sheet/Scripts in TBT Examinations.
- Banned items in examination hall: Mobile Phone, Micro Phone, Calculators, Digital Diary, Electronic/Smart Watch, Bluetooth devices, Books and Notes etc.
- Candidates found fraudulently claiming ST/OBC/EWS/ESM/PwD status shall be permanently debarred from examinations conducted by the A&N Administration.
- Helpdesk: [email protected] | Telephone: 03192-259200 SOVTECH (09:00 AM to 05:00 PM on all working days)
- Legal Jurisdiction: Courts/Tribunals having jurisdiction over the A&N Administration only.
- Official Website for Updates/Corrigendum: https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
The following questions are related to A&N CHSL Recruitment 2026 that have been answered to help candidates clear their doubts quickly before applying.
Q1. What is A&N CHSL Recruitment 2026 notification for?
A&N CHSL Recruitment 2026 notification is for the recruitment of
Laboratory Assistant, Depot Clerk, Stenographer & Other posts.
There are total
716
vacancies available as per the notification.
Q2. Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment?
Anyone is eligible who has completed
Senior Secondary School Certificate (12th Pass) from a recognized Board/Institution (qualification varies by post)
and fulfills the other requirements stated in the official notification.
Q3. What is the application procedure?
The application process for this recruitment is
Apply Online.
Q4. Where can candidates find official updates?
Candidates are advised to check the official website and the Important Links section above for official updates and notifications.
The official website of
A&N Administration
is
https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in
.
Q5. Is reading the official notification required?
Yes, it is necessary to read the official notification to understand the details, terms and conditions, and instructions before applying.
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