The Andaman and Nicobar Administration has recently released a recruitment notification (dated June 5, 2026) for 716 vacancies, with the primary job location being the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Recruitment is being conducted for various Group B and Group C posts; the online application process begins on June 15, 2026, and the deadline to apply is July 5, 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity, especially for residents of the Andaman and Nicobar region, and the application fee is quite nominal. Candidates who have passed the 10th or 12th standard are eligible to apply, although specific qualification requirements vary by post (details are provided below).
An application fee of ₹100 applies to General, OBC, and EWS categories, and the application will be considered confirmed only after payment is made. Please read the details below for further information.
Andaman and Nicobar CHSL Recruitment 2026 – overview |
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| Advertisement Number; 02/HSL/2026 | |
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| Organization Name | Andaman & Nicobar Administration |
| Recruitment Name | Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination 2026 |
| CEN Number | 02/HSL/2026 |
| Post Name | Various Group B (NG) & Group C Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 716 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
| Official Website | recruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in |
Andaman and Nicobar CHSL Notification 2026 |
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| Notification Name | Andaman & Nicobar CHSL Recruitment 2026 Notification |
| Advertisement Number | 02/HSL/2026 |
| Notification Type | Recruitment Notification / Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination 2026 |
Important Dates 2026
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Age Limit as on 01-07-2026Age Limit as on: 05 July 2026
Category-wise Age Relaxation
Quick Summary
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Education QualificationMinimum Qualification
Post-wise Qualification Requirements
Important Note
Qualification Summary
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Application Fee |
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| General (Male) | ₹100/- |
| OBC (Male) | ₹100/- |
| EWS (Male) | ₹100/- |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | Exempted (No Fee) |
| ST Candidates | Exempted (No Fee) |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted (No Fee) |
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Andaman and Nicobar CHSL Vacancy 2026 Details |
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| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 242 |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | 126 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 38 |
| Patwari | 71 |
| Police Constable (Executive) | 92 |
| Police Constable (Driver) | 12 |
| Forest Guard / Forester | 18 |
| Agriculture Field Assistant | 14 |
| Soil Conservation Field Assistant | 11 |
| Veterinary Compounder | 22 |
| Laboratory Assistant | 17 |
| Other CHSL Level Posts | 53 |
| Total Posts | 716 |
Category Wise Vacancy |
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| Category | 334 |
| General (UR) | 280 |
| OBC | 60 |
| EWS | 42 |
| ST | 716 |
| Total | 716 |
| Note: The recruitment notification mentions a total of 716 vacancies across various Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted) and Group ‘C’ posts under the Andaman & Nicobar Administration CHSL Examination 2026. Candidates should refer to the post-wise vacancy annexure in the notification for department-wise and category-wise breakup
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Selection Process 2026
Note: Skill Test, Trade Test, PST, and PET will be conducted only for the relevant posts as specified in the notification. |
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Andaman and Nicobar CHSL Salary 2026
Post-wise Salary
Additional Benefits
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Andaman and Nicobar CHSL Exam Pattern 2026 |
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| Subject | Marks |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 |
| General Awareness | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 |
| English Language | 25 |
| Total | 100 |
| Test Details | |
| Particular | Details |
| Exam Mode | Tablet Based Test (TBT) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Marks per Question | 1 Mark |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Mark |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Qualifying Nature | Merit Based |
| Note: Candidates who qualify in the TBT may be required to appear for Skill Test, Typing Test, Trade Test, PST/PET, or other post-specific tests as applicable. | |
Andaman and Nicobar CHSL Syllabus 2026General Intelligence & Reasoning
General Awareness
Quantitative Aptitude
English Language
Skill Test / Typing Test (Applicable Posts Only)
Physical Test (Applicable Posts Only)
Note: The Tablet Based Test (TBT) will cover four main sections: Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language. Additional Skill/Physical Tests will be conducted only for relevant posts. |
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Andaman and Nicobar CHSL Previous Year Cut Off |
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| Year | Cut Off (UR / General) |
| 2024 | 157 – 160 |
| 2023 | 153 – 156 |
| 2022 | 156 – 160 |
| 2021 | 140 – 145 |
| 2020 | 140 – 142 |
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Andaman and Nicobar CHSL Cut Off 2026 |
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| Category | Expected Cut Off 2026 |
| General (UR) | 152 – 160 |
| OBC | 145 – 155 |
| EWS | 142 – 150 |
| SC | 125 – 135 |
| ST | 115 – 125 |
| ESM | 90 – 105 |
| PwBD | 85 – 100 |
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Andaman and Nicobar CHSL Medical Standards
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How to Apply Online for Andaman and Nicobar CHSL Recruitment 2026
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Documents Required for Andaman and Nicobar CHSL Form 2026
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Andaman and Nicobar CHSL Job Profile
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Top 10 FAQs – Andaman & Nicobar CHSL 02/HSL/2026
What is Andaman & Nicobar CHSL 2026 recruitment?
It is a government recruitment for Group B and Group C posts under Andaman & Nicobar Administration.
What is the advertisement number for this recruitment?
The official advertisement number is 02/HSL/2026.
What is the minimum qualification required?
Generally, 12th pass is required, while some posts may accept 10th pass or ITI/Diploma.
How can I apply for CHSL 2026?
You can apply online through the official recruitment portal of Andaman & Nicobar Administration.
What is the last date to apply?
The expected last date is 05 July 2026 as per the current notification cycle.
What is the selection process?
The selection includes written exam (TBT), skill test if required, document verification, and medical test.
Is there any negative marking in the exam?
Yes, usually 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer.
What is the exam mode for CHSL 2026?
The exam is conducted in Tablet-Based Test (TBT) or online mode.
What is the salary of CHSL posts?
The salary ranges approximately from ₹18,000 to ₹56,900 depending on the post and pay level.
Is Andaman & Nicobar CHSL a permanent job?
Yes, most posts under this recruitment are permanent government jobs after selection.