Andaman & Nicobar Command has released a direct recruitment notice for Group C civilian posts of Lower Division Clerk and Multi-Tasking Staff (Office & Training). This is an offline recruitment for Headquarters, Andaman & Nicobar Command, Sri Vijaya Puram, and the selected candidates will serve under the administrative control of the command. For most applicants, the key things to check first are whether they meet the education requirement, whether they fall within the age limit for the post they want, and whether they can send the form in the exact offline format required by the notice.
This recruitment is especially relevant for candidates looking for central government defence support roles that do not use an online application form. The official notice also makes it clear that written examinations for both posts will be held only at Sri Vijaya Puram, and LDC candidates must additionally clear a typing skill test. Because the deadline in the notice is tied to Employment News publication instead of being printed as a single fixed date in the PDF, candidates should avoid waiting until the last day and should dispatch the application well in advance.
This page organizes the official details into plain language so you can quickly understand vacancy breakup, eligibility, age relaxation, selection process, exam pattern, required documents, postal address, and the points that commonly lead to rejection of offline applications.
Recruitment overview
This recruitment is being conducted by Headquarters, Andaman & Nicobar Command, Sri Vijaya Puram, for direct recruitment to Group C civilian posts. The advertised posts are Lower Division Clerk and Multi-Tasking Staff (Office & Training), and only offline applications are accepted.
The notice states that candidates must send the application form and supporting documents by Registered Post or Registered Speed Post. The posts are for Headquarters, Andaman & Nicobar Command, and written examinations for both posts will be held only at Sri Vijaya Puram.
Vacancy breakup and pay scale
The direct recruitment notice advertises 9 vacancies in total. LDC carries Pay Level 2 under the 7th CPC, while MTS carries Pay Level 1.
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | Level 2, Rs. 19,900-63,200 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (Office & Training) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | Level 1, Rs. 18,000-56,900 |
The notice also shows horizontal reservation for PwBD categories. One HH vacancy is marked against LDC, and one VH vacancy is marked against MTS. The distribution is stated to be subject to change.
Eligibility criteria for LDC and MTS
Candidates should match the post-specific age and education requirement before preparing the offline form.
| Post | Age | Minimum qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk | 18 to 27 years | 12th Class pass from a recognized Board or University |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (Office & Training) | 18 to 25 years | Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized Board or Institute |
For LDC, the qualification is not complete without the typing requirement. The notice asks for a typing speed of 35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi on computer, with 10 minutes allowed for the skill test.
Age relaxation and reservation rules
Age relaxation is available according to Government of India rules. The official notice lists the following relaxations beyond the upper age limit.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | UR 10 years, OBC 13 years, SC/ST 15 years |
| Ex-Serviceman | Military service plus 3 years |
| Government servants | Relaxable up to 40 years for UR and up to 45 years for SC/ST as per rules |
The crucial date for determining age is the normal closing date for applications from candidates in India, not the extended closing date available to candidates from specified remote areas. Reservation for SC, ST, OBC and EWS is available as per extant Government orders.
Selection process
The selection process is not just a simple written test. The notice allows screening and shortlisting before the examination stage if the number of applications is too high.
- Screening of applications
- Shortlisting, if required, up to a 1:25 ratio based on marks in the minimum requisite educational qualification
- Objective written examination for shortlisted or eligible candidates
- Typing skill test for LDC candidates only
- Document verification
- Medical examination and other appointment formalities
The notice also states that merely meeting the basic eligibility conditions does not automatically guarantee a call for the written examination.
Written exam pattern, syllabus and qualifying marks
The written examination for both LDC and MTS is objective type, based on the essential qualification of the post. The duration is 2 hours, and the paper is bilingual in English and Hindi, except for the General English section.
| Section | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| A | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 |
| B | General English | 25 |
| C | Numerical Aptitude | 25 |
| D | General Awareness | 25 |
| Total | Written Exam | 100 |
The syllabus areas mentioned in the notice include verbal and non-verbal reasoning, English vocabulary and grammar, number system and basic arithmetic topics, and general awareness of current events, India, polity, geography, culture, economy and science.
Minimum qualifying marks are 35 percent for UR, 30 percent for OBC and EWS, and 25 percent for all other categories. For LDC, only candidates who qualify in the written examination and are called in the prescribed ratio will appear in the skill test.
Important dates, exam centre and admit card
The official PDF does not print one standalone calendar date inside the direct recruitment table. Instead, it ties the application window to the date of publication in Employment News.
| Event | Official wording |
|---|---|
| Opening date | From the date of notification published in Employment News |
| Closing date | 28 days from the date of publication in Employment News, up to 1700 hrs |
| Extended closing date for specified remote areas | 35 days from the date of publication in Employment News, up to 1700 hrs |
| Exam centre | Sri Vijaya Puram only |
Based on the current issue listing, candidates are commonly treating the standard closing date as 15 May 2026 and the extended closing date as 22 May 2026 for the eligible remote-area categories. Because the notice uses the publication-date formula, candidates should still verify the official counting before dispatch.
The exact date, time and venue of the examination will be communicated on the admit card issued to shortlisted candidates. The notice says admit cards can also be downloaded from the official website.
How to apply offline
The application has to be prepared exactly in the format prescribed in the notice. It should be on plain A4 paper, either neatly handwritten or typed, and must include a recent passport size colour photograph with blue background taken within the last 3 months.
- Download or copy the prescribed application format from the official notice.
- Fill in personal, category, qualification and post details carefully.
- Paste the required recent photograph and sign where needed.
- Write the envelope superscription correctly with the post name and category.
- Send the form only through Registered Post or Registered Speed Post.
The envelope should be superscribed as application for the post of the relevant post name and category. It should be addressed to:
THE OFFICER-IN-CHARGE
CIVILIAN RECRUITMENT CELL
NAVAL SHIP REPAIR YARD
PO-HADDO, SRI VIJAYA PURAM - 744102
SOUTH ANDAMAN, ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLANDS
Documents to attach with the application
The official notice requires candidates to attach self-attested supporting documents with the offline application. Missing documents can lead to rejection.
- Two additional passport size photographs with blue background
- Self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates
- Self-attested copies of higher qualification certificates, if any
- Caste certificate or EWS certificate, if applying under a reserved category
- Proof of date of birth, such as 10th certificate or birth certificate
- Relevant testimonial for experience or proficiency, if claimed
- NOC and service details, where applicable for already employed candidates
Candidates claiming EWS benefit should ensure that the income and asset certificate is in the prescribed format. The notice also expects category claims to be properly supported at the time of application and verification.
Posting, duties and final checklist before sending the form
Selected candidates will be required to serve in Headquarters, Andaman & Nicobar Command, Sri Vijaya Puram. The notice also says posting at stations other than Sri Vijaya Puram or units under HQANC may happen if there is an administrative requirement.
LDC work is clerical in nature and includes routine correspondence, typing, filing, inward and outward dispatch, and maintenance of publications and forms. MTS duties are broader and include section upkeep, movement of files, photocopying, dispatch work, office assistance, delivery of dak, watch and ward duties, opening and closing of rooms, and general cleaning and support work.
- Check that you meet the age and qualification for the correct post.
- Make sure the envelope mentions the exact post and category.
- Use only the prescribed offline format.
- Attach all self-attested documents before posting.
- Do not wait for the last day, especially if you are sending the form from outside the islands.
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Frequently Asked Questions
There are 9 vacancies in total, including 5 posts for Lower Division Clerk and 4 posts for Multi-Tasking Staff (Office & Training).
LDC requires 12th pass from a recognized board or university plus the prescribed typing skill. MTS requires Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized board or institute.
The age limit is 18 to 27 years for LDC and 18 to 25 years for MTS, with relaxation for eligible reserved and special categories as per Government rules.
The application mode is offline only. The form has to be sent by Registered Post or Registered Speed Post.
The written examination for both posts will be conducted at Sri Vijaya Puram only.
Yes. A typing skill test is required for the Lower Division Clerk post. It is not part of the MTS selection stage.
The official notice defines the closing date as 28 days from publication in Employment News and 35 days for specified remote-area candidates. This is commonly calculated as 15 May 2026 and 22 May 2026 respectively, but candidates should verify the official counting.
The direct recruitment notice available on the official site does not clearly specify an application fee in the main recruitment instructions.