APWD Architect Recruitment 2026

About This Job

APWD is hiring 1 Architect on a deputation (ISTC) basis for 2 years in the Andaman & Nicobar Administration. If you are a government officer with a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and 1 year experience in town planning, civic designing, or building control, you can apply. The last date to send your application is 9 July 2026. The salary is Pay Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 - Rs. 2,08,700) per month.

Andaman Public Works Department (APWD) Architect Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Andaman Public Works Department (APWD), under the Andaman & Nicobar Administration, has invited applications for 1 post of Architect in the General Central Services, Group A Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) cadre. The post will be filled on deputation (ISTC) basis for an initial period of 02 years, which may be extended as per rules. Officers from the Central Government, State Governments, Union Territory Administrations, Autonomous or Statutory Organisations, Public Sector Undertakings, or recognised Universities/Institutes/Research Institutions can apply. You will be posted at Sri Vijaya Puram (formerly Port Blair) in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

Who Can Apply?

Service Conditions (any one)

• You must be holding an analogous post on a regular basis in your parent cadre or department, OR
• You must have 5 years of regular service at Level-9 or Level-10 in the Pay Matrix (or equivalent) in your parent cadre or department.

Educational Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture from a recognised University or Institute
• 1 year experience in Town Planning, Civic Designing, or Building Control Regulations
• Fellowship or Membership of the Indian Institute of Architects
• Passed a Certificate or Diploma course in Auto CAD, Architectural CAD, Revit, or any other software application for architectural illustration or rendering

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications
• The total period of deputation (including any earlier deputation in another ex-cadre post) should not exceed 4 years

Salary

• Pay: Pay Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 - Rs. 2,08,700) per month as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix
• Dearness Allowance (DA) as admissible
• Special Compensatory Allowance and Island Special Allowance as per rules
• Rent-free unfurnished accommodation subject to general review
• Free sea passage once a year for self and family while proceeding or returning from leave
• Deputation allowance as admissible under rules
• You can either get your pay fixed in the deputation post or draw the pay of your parent department plus deputation allowance

Application Fee

• No application fee for this post

Selection Process

The selection will be done in the following stages:

1. Scrutiny of Applications: Your application along with bio-data, vigilance clearance, integrity certificate, and ACR/APAR dossiers will be screened for eligibility
2. Selection Committee Review: A committee will assess your qualifications and work experience against the post requirements
3. Document Verification: Original certificates will be verified before the appointment is finalised

If selected, you must be relieved by your parent department within one month of the issue of the appointment letter.

How to Apply

1. Download the vacancy circular and bio-data proforma from apwd.and.nic.in or andamannicobar.gov.in.
2. Fill in the Bio-data / Curriculum Vitae Proforma (Annexure-I) in duplicate.
3. Attach the following documents: Vigilance Clearance Certificate, Integrity Certificate, Statement of Penalty (Major/Minor) imposed if any, and ACR/APAR dossiers for the last 5 years.
4. Get your application forwarded through proper channel by your employer or cadre controlling authority.
5. Send the complete application by post to: Office of the Chief Engineer, APWD, Nirman Bhawan, Sri Vijaya Puram, A&N Islands, Pin - 744101.
6. Your application must reach the office on or before 9 July 2026.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 9 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 9 July 2026
• Mode of Application: Offline (by post, through proper channel)

• Prepare architectural drawings, designs, and plans for government buildings and infrastructure projects in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands
• Handle town planning, civic designing, and building control work for the A&N Administration
• Review and approve building plans submitted by departments and public bodies
• Use software like Auto CAD, Archi CAD, and Revit to produce technical drawings and 3D renderings
• Advise the Chief Engineer and senior officers on architectural matters and design standards
• Coordinate with civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering teams on building projects
• Monitor the quality of architectural work executed by contractors and consultants