A&N Group C Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1535 Matric Level Posts
A&N Group C Online Form 2026: The Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Secretariat, Sri Vijayapuram has published the recruitment notification (Advt No. 01/ML/2026) on its official website. https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in The notification is for the recruitment of 1535 Group C Matric Level posts. The last date to apply for these vacancies is 28/06/2026. Candidates who have Matriculation / 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board/Institution (for Pay Level 1 posts); relevant ITI/Trade Certificate/Diploma for Pay Level 2-4 posts; post-specific diploma/degree for Pay Level 5 posts qualifications can apply Apply Online for A&N Group C 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 Group C Recruitment 2026 notification link are provided below under the heading Important Links.
A&N Matric Level Examination 2026 – Overview
Here is the overview section of A&N Group C Recruitment 2026. Here you can find the quick information about the A&N Group C 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 | Group C Matric Level |
| Total Number of Vacancies | 1535 |
| Qualification | Matriculation / 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board/Institution (for Pay Level 1 posts); relevant ITI/Trade Certificate/Diploma for Pay Level 2-4 posts; post-specific diploma/degree for Pay Level 5 posts |
| Job Location | Andaman and Nicobar Islands |
| Application Mode | Apply Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 28/06/2026 |
| 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 Group C 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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Multi Tasking Staff
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: Secondary School Examination / 10th Standard from a recognized Board/Institution
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR; with relaxations for ST/OBC/PwD/ESM/Govt employees
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1 (7th CPC)
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Janjati Sevak
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard from a recognized Board/Institution; must qualify physical standards, endurance test and written test
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1 (7th CPC)
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Engine Dinghy Operator
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass, Diploma in Marine Fitter Trade from recognized ITI or equivalent, and 2 years' relevant work experience
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 2-4 (7th CPC)
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Engine Dinghy Helper
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board/Institution with one year work experience on ship/craft
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1-2 (7th CPC)
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Draughtsman Gr-III (Civil)
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: Matriculation/10th pass with 2 years certificate course including practical training in Civil Draughtsmanship
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 2-4 (7th CPC)
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Draughtsman Gr-III (E&M)
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: Matriculation/10th pass with 2 years certificate course including practical training in E&M Draughtsmanship
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 2-4 (7th CPC)
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Surveyor
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: Matriculation/10th pass with 2 years certificate course including practical training in Surveyor trade
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 2-4 (7th CPC)
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Mazdoor-Cum-Attendant
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1 (7th CPC)
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Driver
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass with valid driving licence for light/medium/heavy motor vehicle
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1-2 (7th CPC)
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Tractor Driver
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass or equivalent with valid Tractor Driving Licence
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1-2 (7th CPC)
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Veterinary Messenger
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1 (7th CPC)
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Driver (Light Motor Vehicle)
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass with valid Light Motor Vehicle Driving Licence
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1-2 (7th CPC)
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Draughtsman (OG)
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass with 2 years certificate course in Civil Draughtsmanship
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 2-4 (7th CPC)
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Security Inspector
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th pass from a recognized Board with required minimum physical standards
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1-2 (7th CPC)
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Forest Guard
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board/University with required physical standards and tests
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1-2 (7th CPC)
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Staff Car Driver (OG)
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass with valid driving licence
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1-2 (7th CPC)
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Heavy Motor Vehicle Driver (OG)
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass with valid Heavy Motor Vehicle Driving Licence
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 2-4 (7th CPC)
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Seacunny
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass with 6 years' experience as Lascar in seagoing vessel, including 1 year as Seacunny
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 2-4 (7th CPC)
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Lascar
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board/Institution
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1 (7th CPC)
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Oiler
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board/Institution
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1 (7th CPC)
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Cook
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass and ability to cook various kinds of food items
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1 (7th CPC)
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Bearer
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board/Institution
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1 (7th CPC)
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Animal Attendant
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass certificate from a recognized Board/Institution
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1 (7th CPC)
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Safai Karmachari
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board/Institute
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1 (7th CPC)
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Peon
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board/Institution
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1 (7th CPC)
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Safaiwala / Sweeper
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board/Institution
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1 (7th CPC)
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Draftsman
- No. of Vacancies: -
- Qualification: 10th Standard pass with 2 years Diploma/Certificate Course in Draughtsmanship Civil from recognized ITI
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 2-4 (7th CPC)
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Other Group C Non-Ministerial Posts (194 Post Codes Total)
- No. of Vacancies: 1535 (Total across all 194 post codes)
- Qualification: As per Annexure-I of the Vacancy Notice for respective post code
- Age Limit: 18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) for Group C UR; ST: 38M/43F; OBC: 36M/41F; PwD-UR: 43M/48F; PwD-OBC: 46M/51F; PwD-ST: 48M/53F; ESM: 3 yrs after deduction of military service
- Pay Scale: Pay Level 1 to Pay Level 5 (7th CPC) as per post code
Selection Procedure
The detailed selection procedure has been mentioned in the official notification of A&N Group C 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 – Tablet Based Test (TBT) Online Examination:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration (General) | Duration (VH/Cerebral Palsy) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 120 minutes | 160 minutes (120 + 40 extra) |
| Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 | ||
| English Language (General English) | 50 | 50 | ||
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | ||
| Total | 150 | 150 | 120 minutes | 160 minutes |
- Each question carries 1 mark. Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
- All questions are MCQ type.
- Questions in General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, and General Awareness will be set in English and Hindi only.
- TBT conducted in multiple shifts at centres in South Andaman, North & Middle Andaman, and Nicobar Districts.
- Candidates must report at least 1.5 hours before exam start time. Entry gates close half an hour before commencement.
- Tie resolution: (1) Date of birth – older candidate gets preference; (2) Alphabetical order of first names.
Tier-II – Physical Standard Examination / Physical Measurement & Endurance Test / Skill / Trade Test (Qualifying in Nature):
- Applicable only for posts where physical/skill/trade test is prescribed as essential qualification (as per Annexure-I).
- Conducted by the concerned department for candidates successful in Tier-I TBT.
- This test is only qualifying in nature – it does NOT contribute to the merit score.
- Final merit list is prepared solely on Tier-I TBT marks.
Document Verification:
- Shortlisting for document verification is based on merit in TBT in the respective category.
- Candidates must produce all original certificates/documents at the time of document verification.
Note: There is no provision for re-evaluation/re-checking of Answer Sheets/Scripts for TBT examinations.
Application Fees
Here is the complete information about A&N Group C 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 (UR) / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs. 100/- (Non-Refundable) |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | NIL (Exempted) |
| ST Candidates | NIL (Exempted) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | 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 |
|---|---|
| Opening of Online Application | 08/06/2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 28/06/2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 28/06/2026 |
How to Apply
Here is the complete procedure to apply for A&N Group C 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 recruitment website: https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in
- Read the official notification and Annexure-I (post-wise qualification details) carefully before applying.
- Register and fill in the online application form covering all 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.
- Upload recent passport-size colour photograph (20 KB to 50 KB, resolution 200×230 pixels, jpg/jpeg, plain white/off-white background, full face, front view, eyes open, no cap/mask/glasses).
- Upload signature (10 KB to 20 KB, resolution 140×60 pixels, jpeg format).
- Upload proof of age (10th class certificate or equivalent) – 100 KB to 500 KB.
- Upload educational qualification certificates and mark sheets as per Annexure-I for the post applied.
- Upload category certificate (ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD/ESM) as applicable – 100 KB to 500 KB.
- Upload NOC from present employer if applicable (for departmental/government employees).
- 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, and PwBD candidates are exempted from fee.
- Submit the application before 28-06-2026 (12:00 Midnight). Note the preference order for posts carefully as no change will be entertained later.
- Keep the registered email ID and mobile number active throughout the process for admit card, exam details, results, and call letters.
Important Links
You can find here all important links to apply for A&N Group C Recruitment 2026. We advise the candidates that you must read the official notification before filing the application form for Group C Matric Level vacancies.
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Recruitment Website | Click Here |
| Join Telegram (GovtJobGuru) for Latest Updates | Click Here |
Other Important Information
Other Important Information:
- Total Vacancies: 1535 (tentative; may increase or decrease at the sole discretion of A&N Administration) + 49 PWDs + 10 ESM (horizontal reservations) across 194 post codes.
- Reservation: UR – 704, ST – 129, OBC-NCL – 535, EWS – 167, PWDs (Horizontal) – 49, ESM (Horizontal) – 10. Note: No SC reservation applicable in A&N Islands.
- Local Reservation Rules: Only Local ST candidates under A&N Islands Scheduled Tribe Order 1959 are eligible for ST quota. Only Local OBC (NCL) as per specified Gazette Notifications are eligible for OBC quota. Other state ST/OBC candidates will be considered only for UR vacancies.
- OBC-NCL Certificate: Must not be older than two years from the closing date (28-06-2026).
- PwBD: Disability should not be less than 40% for availing reservation/relaxation. Scribe facility 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 allowed for Scribe users.
- Examination Mode: Tablet Based Test (TBT) – Online; held at South Andaman, North & Middle Andaman and Nicobar Districts.
- 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, Books, and Notes are strictly prohibited even in switched-off mode.
- No Re-evaluation: There is no provision for re-evaluation/re-checking of Answer Sheets/Scripts for TBT examinations.
- Candidature: Accepted only provisionally; eligibility verification done at Document Verification stage.
- Fraudulent Claims: Candidates fraudulently claiming ST/OBC/EWS/ESM/PwD status will be permanently debarred from examinations conducted by A&N Administration.
- Posting: These are Union Territory government posts; candidates must be willing to work and be posted at locations within A&N Islands (South Andaman, North & Middle Andaman, Nicobar Districts).
- Departmental Candidates: Must apply online within the due date and produce NOC from their department at the time of online verification of original certificates/documents.
- No Change After Submission: Once the online application is submitted, no request for change/correction/modification including change of category or post preference will be entertained under any circumstances.
- All Updates: Information/corrigendum/addendum regarding schedule of examinations, admit cards, results, etc. shall be posted only on the official website https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in.
- Contact for Queries: Email: rect.examcell.ana@gmail.com or contact SOVTECH at 03192-259200 from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM on all working days.
- Jurisdiction: Any dispute in regard to this recruitment shall be subject to Courts/Tribunals having jurisdiction over the A&N Administration only.
- Canvassing: Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
Frequently Asked Questions
The following questions are related to A&N Group C Recruitment 2026 that have been answered to help candidates clear their doubts quickly before applying.
Q1. What is A&N Group C Recruitment 2026 notification for?
A&N Group C Recruitment 2026 notification is for the recruitment of
Group C Matric Level posts.
There are total
1535
vacancies available as per the notification.
Q2. Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment?
Anyone is eligible who has completed
Matriculation / 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board/Institution (for Pay Level 1 posts); relevant ITI/Trade Certificate/Diploma for Pay Level 2-4 posts; post-specific diploma/degree for Pay Level 5 posts
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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