Andaman and Nicobar Administration Recruitment 2026 – 348 Posts

Andaman & Nicobar Administration Department of Environment and Forests have announced the Andaman and Nicobar Group C Recruitment 2026 concerning the industrial post of Mazdoor and other non-ministerial posts (Raftman, Grader, Asst. Sawyer, Timber Recorder, Beltman, Oiler, Tallyman, Grinder). Applications may be made online between March 16, 2026 and April 29, 2026, by Indian citizens who are eligible to participate in Andaman Forest Mazdoor Vacancy 2026. The eligible candidates should meet the age requirement, education and physical fitness criteria. The selection will be done based on a three-level physical endurance test and verification of documentation and check-up. The successful ones will be appointed in different forest divisions within the islands.

About Department of Environment & Forests, Andaman & Nicobar Administration

Department of Environment and Forest, Andaman and Nicobar Administration has the responsibility of protecting, conserving and ensuring sustainable management of the rare forest and wildlife resources of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It has several departments such as silviculture, wildlife, mill and working plan departments to facilitate the conservation of biodiversity, processing timber and environmental governance. The department not only creates local job openings by carrying out regular recruitment exercises of industrial and technical job openings as part of Administration Government Jobs in India but also balances the ecology of this delicate island ecosystem. Its programs aim at utilizing the resources responsibly and community wellbeing as per the national conservation policies.

Available Positions for Andaman & Nicobar Administration Recruitment 2026

Mazdoor Posts (Total: 296)

Group C Non-Ministerial Posts under Mill Division, Chatham (Total: 52)

Important Dates for Andaman & Nicobar Administration Recruitment 2026

• Application Start Date: March 16, 2026
• Last Date for Online Application: April 29, 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: April 29, 2026
• Application Correction Window: April 30, 2026 to May 06, 2026

Education & Skills Required

Application Fee Details

• General/OBC/EWS (Male): Rs. 100/-
• Women candidates and ST: Fully exempted
• Candidates pay the application fee online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking or Debit/Credit cards (Visa, Master, Maestro, RuPay). Once you complete the payment, the fee becomes non-refundable and non-adjustable.

Pay Scale Information

• The successful candidates will be put in Pay Matrix Level 1 with basic pay range as Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900/-.
• Other permits according to regulations will be valid.
• The two-year probation can be done (renewable in case of poor performance).

Evaluation Process for Andaman & Nicobar Administration Recruitment 2026

• The selection is based on a three level Physical Endurance Test (no written test). Before every level, candidates will be required to provide an undertaking of physical and mental fitness. A failure in one of the levels permanently disqualifies the candidate in that stage.
• Group C Physical Endurance Test Andaman includes Level-I (Running Test – Shortlisting): Male -10 km; Female-8 km. Shortlisting will be done approximately 15 times the number of vacancies available.
• The process of Government Recruitment of government jobs in Andaman and Nicobar follows Level II (Long Jumping- Qualifying) and Level III (Weight Carrying Test- Final Merit). Precise vacancies and 10% waitlist are made up of merit list.

Preparation of Physical Endurance Test: Best Books

Applicants are to pay attention to hands-on training and specific reading as a method of technique and stamina development. Recommended books include:

• Born to Run by Christopher McDougall – This book gives powerful strategies for long-distance running and builds the perfect endurance mindset.
• Strength Training Anatomy by Frederic Delavier – It provides clear guidance on weight-carrying exercises and muscle conditioning.
• The Jump Manual by Jacob Hiller – This book teaches proven techniques that help you boost long-jump performance.
• Complete Guide to Fitness Testing by Brian Mackenzie – It covers assessment methods and training programs for government physical tests.

Importance of Practicing Past Year Papers

• In spite of the fact that this is not a written examination recruitment, it is helpful to have previous physical endurance tests practice of similar forest and Group C recruitments so that the candidates can get to know actual distance, time and attempt requirement.
• Constant practice in mock sessions depending on historical trends develops the necessary speed, strength and mental stamina, which lower the chances of disqualification at any stage and leads to greater success in the final merit list.

Application Method for Andaman & Nicobar Administration Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official portal https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in
• Go to Advertisement section to find the “recruitment to Group ‘C’ Industrial post of “Mazdoor” and other Group ‘C’ Non-Ministerial posts“.
• Complete and submit the online application form with correct personal information, education and preference (division/post choice).
• The application form is available to apply to South Andaman Environment and Forests Recruitment uploading about 10-50 KB of recent passport-size photograph (100×200 pixels, JPEG) and other necessary documents.
• Candidates interested in Andaman Nicobar Group C Non-Ministerial Posts must pay the fee (where applicable) and submit the form.
• Print a copy of your filled application for future use.
• After you clear the physical test, shortlisted candidates must appear in person for document verification.
• You have to submit original certificates, a self-attested copy and the printed application form.
• You will find all updates only on the official website.

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