Andaman & Nicobar Police Group B (NG) & Group C – 495 Posts (2026)

The Andaman & Nicobar Police is the primary law enforcement agency for the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Established soon after India's independence to maintain law and order across the island groups, the force carries responsibilities that include policing, coastal security, disaster response and community safety across a geographically dispersed area of more than 8,000 sq km of inhabited islands and many smaller islets.

Although smaller than mainland state police forces, the ANP runs a full suite of policing services: traffic, crime investigation, coastal surveillance, intelligence and special units for emergency response. The workforce is proportionally compact — numbering a few thousand personnel — and includes officers and staff posted at district stations, port and airport security units, guard units for strategic facilities, and in administrative roles at Port Blair and other island headquarters. Its island deployment, unique logistics challenges and community engagement make ANP a sought-after employer for candidates who want varied field exposure and the opportunity to serve in a strategically important maritime region.

Group B (Non-Gazetted) and Group C posts in ANP cover a wide range of operational and support roles. Day-to-day duties vary by specific post but typically include patrolling, traffic management, local law enforcement, investigation assistance, record-keeping and administrative tasks. Group B (NG) roles are supervisory or technical non-gazetted posts — they may supervise Group C staff, manage sections like arms and ammunition, or act as junior investigators or technical operators.

Work location will primarily be within the Union Territory: Port Blair and other inhabited islands. Reporting lines are hierarchical — Group C staff report to Section Heads or Sub-Inspectors; Group B (NG) officers report to Inspectors/Deputy Superintendents. The roles combine field and desk duties: expect regular patrolling and community engagement, intermittent shifts, attendance at courts when required, and office work for record maintenance. Uniformed deployment is common for operational posts; some clerical/technical Group C posts may be non-uniform and office-based.

The official notification for this 2026 recruitment does not publish an exact pay matrix for every post. However, typical pay structures for similar UT police recruitments are as follows (useful for planning):

• Group B (NG): Usually Pay Level 5–7 in the 7th CPC matrix. Approximate basic pay ranges between ₹29,200 and ₹44,900 depending on the exact post and entry level.
• Group C: Often Pay Level 1–4. Basic pay typically ranges from ₹18,000 to ₹25,500 for clerical/constable equivalent roles.

Allowances (subject to UT rules): Dearness Allowance (DA, linked to CPI, currently around 40% for central norms but UT rates vary), House Rent Allowance (HRA) — commonly 8%–24% depending on accommodation classification, and Transport Allowance (TA). After standard deductions (Provident Fund/NPS, professional tax, income tax), typical in-hand salary estimates: Group B (NG) approx. ₹30,000–₹50,000/month; Group C approx. ₹18,000–₹28,000/month. Promotion paths: Group C staff can be promoted to Group B on departmental exams and vacancies; Group B posts have well-defined promotional channels to supervisory and gazetted ranks over 8–15 years, subject to performance and rules.

• Medical cover: Access to UT health facilities; many employees are covered under the UT/Government health scheme (similar to CGHS for eligible cadres) or a local government medical scheme.
• Retirement benefits: NPS/GPF as per Central/UT rules; pension rules depend on cadre and appointment terms.
• Group insurance and accidental cover: Standard group insurance for government employees and additional accidental benefits for operational staff.
• LTC (Leave Travel Concession) as per government norms — useful for travel to mainland India.
• Subsidised canteen and subsidised accommodation/housing in select postings (especially for staff posted on smaller islands).
• Special allowances for difficult/remote area postings and coastal duty allowances where applicable.

The Andaman & Nicobar Police selection typically comprises a written objective test (CBT or OMR), followed by physical tests (PET/PMT) for operational posts, and then document verification and medical examination. Because the notification does not publish a detailed syllabus for every post, below is a commonly observed pattern you should prepare for:

• Written Test/CBT — 100 marks, 2 hours. Sections: General Knowledge & Current Affairs (25–30), Reasoning & Mental Ability (20–25), Numerical Ability (15–20), English Language (15–20), Basic Computer/Professional Knowledge (10–15). Negative marking: usually 0.25 per wrong answer (confirm from notification).
• Physical Test — PET/PMT: height, chest (where applicable), running (e.g., 1600m for men/800m for women), long jump/shot put for some posts. These are qualifying in nature.
• Skill Test — For clerical posts: typing/skill test may be required.

Preparation tips:

• Start with a clear timetable: 2–3 months of focused study for graduates; 3–6 months if you need to build basics. Allocate daily slots for GK/current affairs, reasoning, and maths.
• Use reliable books: Lucent’s General Knowledge, R.S. Aggarwal for reasoning and quantitative aptitude, Arihant’s Objective General English. For previous-year papers and mock tests, use Kiran or Adda247 compilations and take timed quizzes online.
• Local knowledge matters: study Andaman & Nicobar geography, history, administration, ports and major islands — many objective tests include local GK.
• Physical training: start jogging and interval training 6–8 weeks before PET. Practice long runs, sprints and basic strength exercises; maintain a healthy diet and sleep schedule.
• Mock tests under exam conditions: simulate the CBT environment, practice time management and accuracy to reduce negative marking losses.

This recruitment is ideal for candidates who want stable government employment with a mix of field and office work, are comfortable living on islands or in remote postings, and are physically fit for operational duties. It's suitable for those who value community-oriented policing and opportunities for rapid field experience compared with large mainland postings.

Compare to similar roles: mainland state police constable/recruit posts offer larger peer groups and more posting options; central armed police forces (BSF/CRPF) offer wider all-India deployments. Choose ANP if you prefer island life, comparatively smaller teams, and the chance for quicker local impact.

Note: Where the official notification has left details unspecified, always refer to the final official advertisement and corrigenda on the Andaman & Nicobar Police website before applying. The guidance above uses typical norms from recent UT police recruitments and is intended to help candidates prepare practically.