Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department - Group C Posts - 348 Recruitment 2026

Job

Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department, under the Department of Environment & Forests, Andaman & Nicobar Administration, has released a notification for the Andaman and Nicobar Forest Department Group C Recruitment 2026. This direct recruitment drive will be conducted to fill 348 Group C vacancies (Mazdoor, Grader, Assistant Sawyer and other technical posts). The online application form has started on 16 March 2026, and eligible candidates can apply until 29 April 2026. Candidates must check the complete details regarding eligibility, age limits, and the application process for the Andaman and Nicobar Forest Department Group C Posts Recruitment 2026 provided below.

Organization

Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department

Total No Of Vacancy

Total Post - 348

Posts

Post Name	Various Group C Posts (Mazdoor, Grader, Assistant Sawyer etc.)
Total Vacancies	348 Posts
Age Limit	18-33 years (Male) / 18-38 years (Female) as on 29/04/2026 (relaxations applicable)
Salary	₹18,000–56,900 (Pay Level-1)
Minimum Qualification	10th Pass (Matric) + Trade Test + Good Physique
Application Fee	₹100 (Others) \| Exempted (Women & ST)
Selection Process	Physical Endurance Test (3 Levels) + Trade Test + Document Verification
Job Location	Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Last Date	29 April 2026

Post Name	No. of Posts
Mazdoor	296
Grader	01
Assistant Sawyer	20
Beltman	01
Oiler	05
Raftman	07
Timber Recorder	04
Tallyman	07
Grinder	07

Qualification

Post Name	Age Limit (as on 29.04.2026)	Educational Qualification & Experience
Mazdoor / Grader / Assistant Sawyer / Beltman / Oiler / Timber Recorder / Tallyman / Grinder	18 – 33 years (Male) 18 – 38 years (Female)	10th Pass from recognized Board + qualify in Trade Test + Good Physique
Raftman	18 – 33 years (Male) 18 – 38 years (Female)	10th Pass from recognized Board + Must know Swimming/Diving + qualify in Trade Test + Good Physique

Application Form Fees

All Candidates (except Women & ST): ₹100/-
Women and ST Candidates: Exempted
Payment Method: Online Mode only

Selection Process

The selection will be done on the basis of following steps:-

Physical Endurance Test – Level-I (Running – Qualifying), Level-II (Long Jump – Qualifying), Level-III (Weight Carrying – Merit)
Trade Test (post-specific for Mill Division posts)
Document Verification & Medical Examination

Form Apply Process

Eligible & Interested candidates must apply online only through the official recruitment portal of Andaman & Nicobar Administration.

➢ Step 1: Visit the official application portal at https://erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in and register using valid details.

➢ Step 2: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, category, and employment exchange registration details (if applicable).

➢ Step 3: Upload scanned Photograph (8-bit JPEG, 10-50 KB, 100×200 pixels) and other required documents.

➢ Step 4: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form on or before 29 April 2026 (23:59 Hrs).

➢ Step 5: Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference and carry it at the time of Physical Test / Document Verification.

Important Dates

Opening Date for Online Registration	16 March 2026
Last Date for Online Registration	29 April 2026
Date of Window for Application Correction	30 April to 06 May 2026

Application Dates

Start Date:
Last Date: 29/04/2026