HQ ANC LDC MTS Recruitment 2026 — 9 Vacancies

About This Job

Headquarters Andaman & Nicobar Command (HQ ANC) — India's only tri-service unified command — is hiring 9 candidates for Lower Division Clerk (LDC) and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts. The salary follows the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with LDC at Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 63,200) and MTS at Level 1 (Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900). The last date to send your offline application is 15 May 2026. Open to 10th and 12th pass candidates with no application fee.

HQ Andaman & Nicobar Command LDC MTS Recruitment 2026 — 9 Posts

The HQ Andaman & Nicobar Command published notification ANC-01/2026 calling applications for Group C civilian posts at the Naval Ship Repair Yard, Sri Vijaya Puram (formerly Port Blair). This is a permanent Central Government job under the Ministry of Defence with a posting in the union territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Lower Division Clerk (LDC): 5 posts
• Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) — Office & Training: 4 posts
• Total: 9 vacancies

Who Can Apply?

Lower Division Clerk (LDC)

• 12th class pass or equivalent from a recognised Board
• Must clear a typing test — 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer (10 minutes)

Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)

• Matriculation (10th class) pass or equivalent from a recognised Board
• No typing test required

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 18 years
• Maximum age: 25 years for general candidates (as per Govt. of India norms for Group C posts)
• Age relaxation as per Central Government rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen

Salary

• LDC: Pay Level 2 — Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 63,200 per month
• MTS: Pay Level 1 — Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900 per month
• Plus Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and other Central Government allowances
• Special Island Special Duty Allowance applicable for Andaman & Nicobar postings

Application Fee

• No application fee for any category. The application is sent by post only.

Selection Process

1. Screening of applications — based on eligibility
2. Written Examination — held at Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair) for shortlisted candidates
3. Skill Test (Typing Test) — only for LDC candidates who clear the written exam (35 wpm English / 30 wpm Hindi)
4. Document Verification — final stage before appointment

How to Apply

1. Download the official notification ANC-01/2026 and application form from the official Andaman & Nicobar Command channel
2. Fill the application form in your own handwriting with complete details
3. Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, age proof, caste certificate (if applicable), and recent passport-size photographs
4. Send the completed application by Speed Post or Registered Post only to: The Officer-in-Charge, Civilian Recruitment Cell, Naval Ship Repair Yard, PO – Haddo, Sri Vijaya Puram – 744 102, South Andaman
5. Application must reach the office by 15 May 2026 (extended deadline applicable for candidates from far-flung areas)
6. Write the post applied for clearly on the top of the envelope

Important Dates

• Application start date: 18 April 2026
• Last date to send application: 15 May 2026
• Extended last date for remote areas: 22 May 2026 (typical 7-day extension)
• Written exam date: To be announced

• Handle clerical work — file management, data entry, typing of letters and reports (LDC)
• Maintain records and registers in the Naval Ship Repair Yard office
• Assist senior officers with day-to-day office tasks
• Carry out routine office support — photocopying, dispatch, courier handling (MTS)
• Keep office premises clean, tidy and ready for working hours
• Follow Defence office discipline, security protocols and dress code
• Support administrative tasks during ship repair and naval operations