Andaman & Nicobar Police Recruitment 2026 – 495 Group B & C Vacancies

The Andaman & Nicobar Police Department has announced a major recruitment drive for 2026, offering 495 tentative vacancies across various branches including Executive, Radio Organization, Motor Transport, Marine Force, and Fire Service. This is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking a career in the police force within the scenic Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

Vacancy Distribution 2026

The recruitment covers a wide range of roles from Sub-Inspectors to Follower staff. Below is the branch-wise vacancy breakdown:

• Executive Branch: Sub-Inspector (31), Constable (155), Safaikaramchari (10), Followers (Carpenter, Cook, Barber, etc.)
• Police Radio Organization: Radio Operator (71), Radio Technician (12), Cipher Operator (02), Fitter Electrician (04), Constable (01), Follower Messenger (16)
• Police Motor Transport: Sub-Inspector (02), Store Keeper (01), Constable Driver (15), Mechanics
• Fire & Emergency Services: Sub-Inspector (01), Firemen (77), Police Constable Driver (17)
• India Reserve Battalion (IRBn): Constable GD (29), Sub-Inspector GD (01), Nursing Assistant (01)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification (Post-wise):

• Sub-Inspector / Radio Operator: Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university. A valid LMV driving license is required for most SI roles.
• Constable (Executive/Firemen): 12th Standard (Higher Secondary) pass from a recognized board.
• Technical Posts (Mechanic/Electrician): 10th pass with ITI/NTC/NAC in the relevant trade and experience.
• Follower Posts: 10th pass (Matriculation) with knowledge of the respective trade.

Age Limit (as on 17/05/2026):

• Sub-Inspector: Maximum 30 years.
• Constable (Executive): 18-25 years (Male) | 18-30 years (Female).
• Technical & Follower Posts: 18-33 years (Male) | 18-38 years (Female).
• Note: Age relaxations apply for ST, OBC, and Ex-Servicemen as per government norms.

Salary Structure

Selected candidates will receive salaries as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix:

• Sub-Inspector: Level 6 (Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400)
• ASI / Head Constable: Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 - Rs. 81,100)
• Constable: Level 3 (Rs. 21,700 - Rs. 69,100)
• Follower Posts: Level 1 & 2 (Rs. 18,000 - Rs. 56,900)

Selection Process

The recruitment follows a multi-stage selection procedure to ensure the best candidates are chosen:

1. Physical Measurement & Endurance Test (PM&ET): Qualifying in nature (includes height, chest, race, and jumps).
2. Written Examination: Objective-type papers covering General Knowledge, Reasoning, and Subject-specific topics (Negative marking: 0.25).
3. Trade/Skill Test: Applicable for Driver, Technical, and Follower posts (Qualifying).
4. Medical Examination & Document Verification.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must follow these steps to apply online:

• Visit the official A&N Police recruitment portal.
• Complete the one-time registration and fill in the application form accurately.
• Upload the required documents, including educational certificates, driving license (if applicable), and photograph.
• Pay the application fee of Rs. 100/- (Note: ST and Female candidates are exempted from the fee).
• Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.