Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department Group C Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 348 Mazdoor, Grader and More Posts

Age Limits

• Minimum age: 18 years
• Maximum age: 38 years for certain categories (with relaxations as per government rules)
• Age is calculated as on the closing date of application (29-04-2026).

Eligibility by Post

• Mazdoor: 10th pass (Secondary School Examination) from a recognized board/institution; must qualify in the trade test; good physique.
• Grader: 10th pass from a recognized board/institution; must qualify in the trade test; good physique.
• Asst. Sawyer: 10th pass from a recognized board/institution; must qualify in the trade test; good physique.
• Beltman: 10th pass from a recognized board/institution; must qualify in the trade test; good physique.
• Oiler: 10th pass from a recognized board/institution; must qualify in the trade test; good physique.
• Raftman: 10th pass; knowledge of swimming/diving; must qualify in the trade test; good physique.
• Timber Recorder: 10th pass; must qualify in the trade test; good physique.
• Tallyman: 10th pass; must qualify in the trade test; good physique.
• Grinder: 10th pass; must qualify in the trade test; good physique.

Candidates without the specified qualification need not apply. The selected candidates will be placed in Government Pay Matrix Level-1 with corresponding allowances as per AN Administration rules.

Important Dates

• Starting Date for Apply Online: 16-03-2026
• Last Date for Apply Online: 29-04-2026
• Last Date for Payment of Fee: 29-04-2026 (23:59 Hrs)
• Window for Application Form Correction: 30-04-2026 to 06-05-2026
• Date of Physical Test: To be announced / published later

Notes: Dates and processes are subject to official notification; check the recruitment portal for updates.

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS/MSP/All others: ₹100
• Women and ST candidates: Fee exempted

Note: Fee exemption applies as per the official notification.

Other Instructions

• Read the full notification carefully before applying. Application is online only.
• Age is reckoned as on the closing date (29-04-2026).
• The process includes a Physical Endurance Test, certificate verification, and medical examination.
• No TA/DA for the Physical Test. Canvassing will lead to disqualification.
• For difficulty with the portal, contact the helpline provided in the notification.
• All updates (admit card, exam schedule, results) will be published on the official portal.
• Ensure you have the required documents ready for verification after the Physical Test.