Chandigarh Administration Clerk Recruitment 2026 - 257 Clerk, Steno Group C Posts

Recruitment overview

Chandigarh Administration has invited online applications for Group C common cadre posts of Clerk and Steno-Typist on regular basis. The recruitment is being handled by the Department of Personnel through a dedicated online application portal.

The recruitment covers 257 posts in total. The official public notice states that the number of posts is likely to vary, so candidates should keep checking the official website for any update or corrigendum during the recruitment cycle.

Post-wise vacancy details

The official notification also gives category-wise breakup. For Clerk posts, the distribution includes UR 115, SC 36, OBC 68, EWS 15, ESM 23 and PwBD 24. For Steno-Typist posts, the distribution includes UR 12, SC 04, OBC 06, EWS 01, ESM 02 and PwBD 04.

Important dates

The official schedule does not yet announce the written test date. Candidates should rely on the recruitment portal for future updates regarding exam date, admit card and skill test schedule.

Eligibility criteria for Clerk and Steno-Typist

Both posts require a bachelor degree from a recognized university and proficiency in operation of computer, specifically word processing and spreadsheets. This is a common minimum requirement for both Clerk and Steno-Typist.

For Clerk, the skill test norm is typing speed of 35 words per minute in English on computer. For Steno-Typist, the skill test norm is English shorthand dictation for 10 minutes at 80 words per minute and transcription in English on computer within 50 minutes. For both posts, the ICT Training Course on Computer (CCC) of 80 hours has to be furnished at the time of document verification.

Age limit and relaxation

The basic age requirement is 18 to 27 years as on the closing date for submission of online application. This is the standard range for candidates of all categories before applying relaxation rules.

The notification also provides higher upper age limits for eligible Chandigarh Administration employees with the required regular and continuous service. Candidates should read the official advertisement carefully before claiming any relaxation.

Application fee

The fee can be paid online through UPI, internet banking, RuPay debit card or credit card. The official notice clearly states that the fee once paid will not be refunded or adjusted under any circumstances.

Written exam pattern

The written examination is OMR based and common for both Clerk and Steno-Typist posts. It consists of two papers of 100 marks each, making a total of 200 marks. The medium of examination is English.

Each question carries 1 mark. There is no negative marking. A candidate must score at least 40 percent marks in each paper to qualify the written test.

Typing test and stenography test

The skill test is qualifying in nature and carries no marks or weightage. For Clerk, the qualifying skill test is English typing on computer for 10 minutes at 35 words per minute. For Steno-Typist, the qualifying skill test is English stenography with dictation for 10 minutes at 80 words per minute followed by 50 minutes transcription on computer.

Candidates for these skill tests are called after the written test. If the number of written-test qualified candidates is very high, the department will shortlist eligible candidates in the ratio of 1:20 for the next stage. If the number is lower than that ratio, all candidates who qualify the written test will be called for the relevant skill test.

Mode of selection and merit preparation

Selection is based purely on merit in the written test. The typing test for Clerk and the proficiency or stenography test for Steno-Typist are qualifying only. The official notification clearly states that no interview will be conducted.

After the skill test, the final merit list will be prepared for candidates who have qualified both the written test and the relevant qualifying test. In case of a tie in merit, the older candidate is ranked higher. If the age is also the same, the candidate with higher percentage in the bachelor degree is ranked higher.

How to apply online

1. Visit the official Chandigarh Administration recruitment portal for Clerk and Steno-Typist recruitment.
2. Register online and fill the application form carefully.
3. Upload the scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
4. Check the preview of the form before final submission.
5. Pay the required fee through online mode.
6. Submit the form and keep a copy of the final application for future use.

The department has advised candidates not to wait until the last day. No application in any mode other than online will be entertained.

Admit card, exam centre and document verification

Admit cards for all stages will be available through login on the website. The official notice states that the admit card for the written exam will be available one week before the examination. The written exam will be held in Chandigarh only, but if the number of applicants is very high, centres may also be arranged in Mohali and Panchkula.

Document verification will be conducted after the declaration of final result. Candidates called for document verification will have to produce original certificates related to matriculation, bachelor degree, category, disability, ex-serviceman status, age relaxation and ICT training course, wherever applicable.

Official Links

• Chandigarh Administration Public Notice Page
• Detailed Advertisement PDF
• Chandigarh Administration Recruitment Rules 2026 PDF