A&N Administration Combined Matric Level Exam 2026

A&N Administration Recruitment: Combined Matric Level Exam 2026

The Andaman and Nicobar Administration has released an official notification for the Combined Matric Level Examination 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill various Group 'C' Non-Ministerial positions across multiple departments within the Union Territory.

Short Information

The Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Secretariat, Sri Vijayapuram, is recruiting for 1535 Group 'C' Non-Ministerial posts across 194 post codes. The final date to submit the online application is 27 July 2026.

Application Fee

Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies

Candidates must be Indian Nationals and fulfill the eligibility criteria as of 28 June 2026. The recruitment covers a wide range of posts from Pay Level 1 to Pay Level 5.

Category-wise Vacancy Summary:

Note: Only Local ST and Local OBC (NCL) candidates of A&N Islands are eligible for reservation. Others will be treated as Unreserved.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection process is conducted in three primary stages: Tier-I Examination, Tier-II Qualifying Tests, and Document Verification.

Selection Sequence

1. Tier-I: Tablet Based Test (TBT) - Online Examination (Merit Basis).
2. Tier-II: Physical Standard Examination / Physical Measurement & Endurance Test / Skill / Trade Test (Qualifying nature only).
3. Document Verification: Final scrutiny of original certificates.

Tier-I Exam Pattern (TBT)

Marking Scheme:

• Each correct answer: +1 Mark.
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer.
• Question Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ).

How to Apply Online

Eligible candidates must apply exclusively through the official recruitment portal. No physical applications will be accepted.

1. Visit the official A&N Administration recruitment website.
2. Complete the registration process and log in using your credentials.
3. Fill in the application form across the six required sections: Personal Details, Post Selection, Education Qualification, Experience, Payment, and Document Upload.
4. Upload the required scanned documents (Photograph and Signature) as per the specified dimensions.
5. Pay the application fee (if applicable) via the integrated online payment gateway.
6. Review all details carefully and submit the final application before the deadline.

Required Documents Checklist:

• Recent passport-size colour photograph (20 KB to 50 KB).
• Scanned signature (10 KB to 20 KB).
• Proof of age (10th class certificate).
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
• Category certificate (ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD/ESM) if applicable.
• NOC from present employer (for departmental candidates).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for the A&N Administration Combined Matric Level Exam 2026? There are a total of 1535 tentative vacancies across 194 different post codes in various departments.

Q2. Can candidates from mainland India apply for these posts? Yes, any Indian National can apply. However, reservation benefits for ST and OBC are reserved exclusively for local residents of the A&N Islands. Mainland candidates will be considered under the Unreserved (UR) category.

Q3. What is the age limit for applying to Group C posts? The general age limit is 18 to 33 years for male candidates and 18 to 38 years for female candidates. Age relaxations are provided for ST, OBC, PwBD, and ESM candidates as per government norms.

Q4. Is there negative marking in the Tier-I Tablet Based Test? Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer provided in the Tier-I examination.

Q5. Does the Tier-II test affect the final merit list? No, the Tier-II Physical/Skill/Trade Test is qualifying in nature. The final merit list is prepared based solely on the marks obtained in the Tier-I Tablet Based Test (TBT).