Indian Navy HQ ANC LDC & MTS Recruitment 2026 — Central Govt Job at Sri Vijaya Puram
The Headquarters, Andaman & Nicobar Command (HQ ANC) — India’s only tri-services command operating under the Ministry of Defence — has released Advertisement No. ANC-01/2026 for 9 Group ‘C’ civilian vacancies. The recruitment covers 5 Lower Division Clerk (LDC) and 4 Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts. Pay is as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix — LDC at Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) and MTS at Level 1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900). If you want a permanent central government job in a scenic, tax-benefit-eligible posting location, this is a great defence civilian opportunity.
This is an offline application — the form is sent by Speed / Registered Post to Sri Vijaya Puram (formerly Port Blair). The application window opens on 18 April 2026 and closes on 15 May 2026 (22 May 2026 for remote areas like the North East, Lakshadweep and Lahaul-Spiti). This article explains every piece of the notification — vacancy split by category, eligibility, exam pattern, typing skill test for LDC, postage requirements and a step-by-step offline apply guide. Keep reading, then download the official notification PDF from the Essential Links section on GovtJobsAlert.in below.
Key Highlights — Indian Navy HQ ANC LDC MTS Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Andaman & Nicobar Command is a strategic tri-services formation. Civilian posts under it are rare, stable, pensionable and come with special compensatory allowances for island posting. Ideal for 12th pass candidates who clear Matric (MTS) or 12th + typing skill test (LDC).
- Post Names: Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Multi-Tasking Staff — Operational & Technical (MTS)
- Total Vacancies: 9 (LDC — 5 | MTS — 4)
- Pay Level: LDC — Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) | MTS — Level 1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900)
- Job Location: Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman & Nicobar Islands
- Application Mode: Offline — Speed/Registered Post only
- Application Start Date: 18 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 15 May 2026 (22 May 2026 for remote areas)
Vacancy Breakdown — HQ ANC LDC MTS 2026 Post & Category-wise Seats
The 9 vacancies are split across posts and categories. Horizontal reservation includes 1 PwBD (Orthopaedic) seat for LDC and 1 PwBD (Hearing Impaired) seat for MTS.
| Post (Pay Level) | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| LDC (Level 2) | UR | 2 |
| LDC (Level 2) | OBC | 1 |
| LDC (Level 2) | SC | 1 |
| LDC (Level 2) | EWS | 1 |
| MTS (Level 1) | UR | 2 |
| MTS (Level 1) | OBC | 1 |
| MTS (Level 1) | SC | 1 |
| Total | — | 9 |
Both posts are General Central Service, Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial. PwBD horizontal reservation is embedded in the same 9 posts — not additional.
Eligibility Criteria — Indian Navy ANC LDC MTS 2026 Qualification & Age
Educational Qualification
- 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).
- MTS: Matriculation (10th class) pass or equivalent from a recognised Board.
- No experience required — freshers are welcome.
Age Limit
- LDC: 18 to 27 years
- MTS: 18 to 25 years
- Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 years, OBC +3 years, PwBD UR +10 years (OBC +13, SC/ST +15), ESM as per military service + 3 years.
Candidates with a graduate qualification are also eligible as long as they are within the age band and possess a 12th / 10th certificate for the respective post.
Salary Structure for Indian Navy HQ ANC LDC MTS 2026
Selected candidates are paid as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, plus the usual Central Government allowances.
- LDC (Level 2): Basic ₹19,900, max ₹63,200
- MTS (Level 1): Basic ₹18,000, max ₹56,900
- Dearness Allowance (DA): As per current rate
- House Rent Allowance (HRA): Per place-of-posting class
- Transport Allowance, Special Compensatory Allowance (Island), Medical Allowance
In-hand at joining: approximately ₹27,000 – ₹30,000 per month for LDC and ₹24,000 – ₹27,000 for MTS, based on Sri Vijaya Puram posting (Island Special Duty Allowance applicable).
Post joining benefits include Central Government pension (NPS), Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Children Education Allowance (CEA), and promotional scope through MACP. LDCs can become UDC → Office Superintendent over their career.
Selection Process for Indian Navy ANC LDC MTS 2026
Selection is a multi-stage process. Start preparing now for the 12th-pass level written exam — it resembles the SSC Multi-Tasking pattern.
- Screening / Shortlisting — Up to 1:25 ratio based on marks in the minimum educational qualification.
- Written Examination (Objective) — 100 marks, 2 hours, bilingual (English + Hindi). Four sections of 25 marks each: (a) General Intelligence & Reasoning, (b) General English, (c) Numerical Aptitude, (d) General Awareness. Qualifying marks: UR — 35%, OBC and EWS — 30%, SC, ST, PwBD and ESM — 25%.
- Skill Test (LDC only) — Typing test on computer for candidates shortlisted 1:10 from the written exam. Qualifying only.
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination — Standard fitness test at Sri Vijaya Puram.
- Final Appointment Letter issued based on merit.
How to Apply Offline for Indian Navy HQ ANC LDC MTS 2026
This is an offline-only recruitment. Online submission is not accepted — do not apply through any portal. Follow these steps carefully.
- Download the notification PDF and prescribed application format from the Essential Links below.
- Fill the application on plain A4 paper — handwritten in block letters or typed — strictly as per the prescribed format in the PDF.
- Affix one recent passport-size photograph (self-attested) on the form and sign at the marked places.
- Attach self-attested copies of 10th/12th marksheet, date-of-birth proof, category certificate (if any), PwBD certificate (if any), Ex-Servicemen discharge book, typing certificate (LDC applicable).
- Enclose a self-addressed envelope (23 cm × 13 cm) with a Rs. 45 postage stamp affixed for return correspondence.
- Superscribe the outer envelope: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [LDC / MTS(O&T)] and CATEGORY ___”.
- Send the application via 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.
Important Dates — Indian Navy HQ ANC LDC MTS 2026 Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | ANC-01/2026 |
| Application Form Begin | 18 April 2026 |
| Application Submission Last Date (General Areas) | 15 May 2026 |
| Application Submission Last Date (Remote Areas) | 22 May 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | To be announced |
Remote areas include Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh, Lahaul & Spiti / Pangi (HP), Chamba (HP) and Lakshadweep. Candidates are advised to verify all schedule details from the official notification PDF and the Andaman & Nicobar government jobs page on GovtJobsAlert.in.
Application Fees for Indian Navy HQ ANC LDC MTS 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No Application Fee |
| Postage (All) | ₹45 stamp on return envelope |
There is no application fee for this recruitment. The only cost is the ₹45 postage stamp affixed on the self-addressed return envelope.
Essential Links — Indian Navy HQ ANC LDC MTS 2026 Notification PDF
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit Indian Navy Official Website
- Visit Andaman & Nicobar Command Portal
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
An offline defence civilian job with Central Government pay, pension and island-posting allowances rarely comes your way. Prepare the application carefully and send it by Speed Post well before 15 May 2026 (22 May 2026 for remote areas). Keep checking GovtJobsAlert.in for more defence civilian job updates.