Andaman and Nicobar Administration - Group C Matric Level Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. 01/ML/2026)

The Andaman and Nicobar Administration (A&N Administration) is the central administrative authority for the Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Headquartered in Port Blair, the Secretariat at Sri Vijayapuram co-ordinates policies and service delivery across civil, police, revenue, public works, health, education and port functions for the entire island territory. The Administration combines functions normally handled by state governments and certain central agencies for remote island governance.

The Secretariat administers services for a population spread across more than 500 islands and is responsible for infrastructure, transport connectivity, fisheries, forest & environment protection, and island development programmes. To deliver these services it manages a multi-disciplinary workforce deployed in district offices, health facilities, schools, ports and field camps — numbering in the low thousands across departments. For candidates, employment in the A&N Administration offers an opportunity to work in a focused public-service environment with substantial field exposure and community impact.

Group C Matric Level posts are operational and field-facing roles that form the backbone of day-to-day administration across the islands. Typical workplaces include Secretariat branch offices, district and tehsil centres, community health centres, fisheries & harbour units, and island survey/engineering camps. Many posts are based in Port Blair but significant numbers will be posted to outlying islands.

Day-to-day duties vary by post: Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) handle general office support — file movement, desk assistance, basic sanitation and public interface. Janjati Sevak works in tribal welfare programmes and community outreach, reporting to the district tribal welfare officer. Engine Dinghy Operators/Helpers maintain and operate small harbour craft for transport and patrolling — these are field-heavy roles with sea duty; they report to port/harbour officers. Draughtsman Gr-III (Civil/E&M) produce technical drawings, assist engineers during site surveys and prepare as-built sketches; they normally report to Assistant Engineers. Surveyors conduct land/topographic surveys, record measurements in the field and assist senior survey officers. Mazdoor-Cum-Attendant performs manual tasks in camps and offices. Most of these roles are non-uniformed except for specific port/marine staff who may have issued uniforms and life-jackets for safety.

These Matric-level posts are typically slotted into the Group C pay matrix under Pay Level 1 or Pay Level 2 (7th CPC equivalent), with an approximate starting basic pay of around 518,000 to 519,900 per month depending on the exact nomenclature and grade pay. In practice, the starting basic pay for Matric-level Group C posts is commonly around 518,000 (approx.) and may be higher for technical roles.

• Basic pay (approx.): 518,000 per month (entry level, indicative)
• Dearness Allowance (DA): DA is paid as per central/UT rates — typically adjusted quarterly and can be around 40250% at times; check the Administration's current DA order.
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): Varies by posting; for island postings HRA is often concessional — approximate HRA ranges from 8% to 16% of basic pay depending on classification of station.
• Travel Allowance (TA) / Transport: Paid as per entitlement during official tours.

Net in-hand salary after deductions (income tax, NPS/GPF contribution, professional tax if applicable) for an entry-level Group C employee typically ranges from 512,000 to 515,000 per month depending on allowances and location. Promotion pathways are available: MTS and Mazdoor can be promoted to supervisory Group C posts (such as Grade II or Head Cleaner) based on seniority and departmental exams; technical staff like Draughtsman and Surveyor have clearer technical ladders leading to Grade II/Grade I technical posts with higher pay levels.

• Medical coverage: Employees receive medical benefits under the A&N Administration health scheme; CGHS facilities apply where available or as per local health policy.
• Provident Fund / Pension: New recruits are usually covered by National Pension System (NPS) or Government Provident Fund depending on appointment rules.
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC): LTC or equivalent travel support is often available as per central/UT rules for eligible employees.
• Housing: Government quarters allotment or HRA for employees depending on availability and posting.
• Group Insurance & Welfare: Group personal accident insurance and departmental welfare assistance schemes.
• Training & skill upgradation: Technical staff are periodically sponsored for short-term courses or on-the-job training which benefits career progression.

Selection for Matric-level Group C typically follows a combination of a written objective test (computer-based or offline), and trade/skill/physical tests where applicable (e.g., engine dinghy operators, draughtsman, surveyor). A representative written test pattern for such recruitment is:

• Objective test: 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours. Sections: General Knowledge & Current Affairs (30), Quantitative Aptitude/Arithmetic (25), General English/Comprehension (20), Basic Science/Trade knowledge relevant to post (25).
• Trade/Skill Test: Practical test for Dinghy Operator (boat handling, engine checks), Draughtsman (drawing test using scale/auto CAD basics), Surveyor (use of chain/theodolite basics) — qualifying in nature or graded.
• Document Verification, Medical Fitness and Final Merit by category and post-specific weightage.

Preparation tips:

• Start with NCERT class 6-10 basics for arithmetic and general science, then use R.S. Agarwal for quantitative practice.
• Use Lucent's General Knowledge and month-by-month current affairs summaries for islands & national events.
• For English, practise comprehension and grammar with Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi or similar guides; improve speed and accuracy.
• For trade tests, focus on hands-on practice: engine checks and safety drills for dinghy operators; scale drawing and reading site plans for draughtsmen; short local workshops or ITI practice for surveyors.
• Take timed mock tests of 100 questions to build stamina for a 2-hour exam; review mistakes and maintain an error log.

This recruitment is ideal for candidates with a Class 10 pass who want stable government employment with field exposure and community-facing duties. It suits individuals who prefer practical, operational roles over desk-only jobs: boat operators, field surveyors, and draughtsmen will spend considerable time outdoors.

Compare with similar posts: Central government MTS roles (e.g., CPWD/Postal MTS) tend to be more desk-centred in metropolitan settings, while A&N postings provide island-specific allowances and more field work. If you seek technical growth, choose draughtsman or surveyor roles — they offer clearer technical promotion paths and training opportunities.

Next steps: Read the official notification carefully for post-wise qualifications and document requirements, prepare a 6–8 week study plan combining general sections and trade practice, and apply before the deadline to secure an exam slot.