Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026: 257 Vacancies, Dates, Eligibility, and Exam Pattern

The Department of Personnel, Chandigarh Administration has officially announced the recruitment drive for Group 'C' (Ministerial) Non-Gazetted positions. Aspirants looking for stable government jobs can apply for a combined total of 257 vacancies distributed across Clerk and Steno-Typist roles. Official updates, including the https://chandigarh.gov.in/ portal guidelines, will keep applicants informed about the upcoming exam timeline.

To successfully navigate through this employment opportunity, candidates must understand all parameters including eligibility parameters, structure of the written test, fee structures, and the step-by-step application process.

Chandigarh Administration Recruitment 2026: Important Schedule

Keeping track of key dates ensures you never miss a deadline. Review the timeline for the 2026 recruitment cycle below:

• Detailed Notification PDF: 6th April 2026
• Apply Online Starts: 6th April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 26th April 2026 (11:59 pm)
• Last Date to Pay Application Fee: 29th April 2026 (11:59 pm)
• Chandigarh Administration Clerk Admit Card: 7 to 10 days before the exam date
• Chandigarh Administration Clerk Exam Date 2026: To be Notified

Vacancy Distribution

A grand total of 257 vacancies are divided between Clerk and Steno-Typist designations across multiple categories.

Clerk Vacancies (Total: 234)

• UR: 115
• SC: 36
• OBC: 68
• EWS: 15
• ESM: 23
• PwBD: 24
• Total: 234

Steno-Typist Vacancies (Total: 23)

• UR: 12
• SC: 4
• OBC: 6
• EWS: 1
• ESM: 2
• PwBD: 4
• Total: 23

Eligibility Criteria and Qualifications

Applicants must fulfill precise academic and age requirements as of 26/04/2026.

• Clerk Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University, proficiency in computer operation (Word Processing and Spreadsheets), typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English on a computer, and an 80-hour ICT Training Course on Computer (CCC) as per circular No. 28/69-IH(12)/Pers. & Trg./2025/1699 dated 10.12.2025.
• Steno-Typist Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University, proficiency in computer operation, dictation of 10 minutes at 80 w.p.m., transcription of 50 minutes on computer in English, and an 80-hour ICT Training Course on Computer (CCC) as per circular No. 28/69-IH(12)/Pers. & Trg./2025/1699 dated 10.12.2025.
• Age Limit: 18 to 27 years as of 26/04/2026.

Age Relaxations

• SC: 5 Years
• OBC: 3 Years
• PwBD (Unreserved): 10 Years
• PwBD (SC): 15 Years
• PwBD (OBC): 13 Years
• Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years after deduction of military service rendered from the actual age
• Defence Personnel disabled in operation (General): 3 Years
• Defence Personnel disabled in operation (SC): 8 Years
• Widows / Divorced Women / Judicially separated women (not remarried): Up to 35 years of age

Application Fee and Document Guidelines

Application submissions require specific fees and scanned file formats:

• UR/OBC/Dependents of Ex-Serviceman/EWS: Rs. 1000
• SC/PWD/Ex-Serviceman: Rs. 500
• Photograph Size: 10 kb – 100 kb
• Signature Size: 10 kb – 100 kb (Dimension: 6.0 cm width x 2.0 cm height)

How to Apply for Chandigarh Administration Clerk Recruitment 2026?

1. Visit the official website of the Department of Personnel, Chandigarh Administration at www.chandigarh.gov.in/information/public-notices
2. Find and click on the detailed advertisement link for Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026.
3. Read the official notification carefully before proceeding.
4. Click on the online application link and complete the registration process.
5. Fill in personal, educational, and other required details accurately.
6. Upload scanned copies of all required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
7. Pay the application fee (if applicable) as per the notification.
8. Submit the form and save/print the confirmation page for future reference.

Selection Process and Exam Pattern

The comprehensive evaluation consists of:

• Written Examination (Tier 1 and Tier 2)
• Skill / Typing Test
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

The written test follows an offline OMR-based format over two tiers in English with no negative marking and one mark per correct answer.

Tier 1 Examination Structure

Tier 2 Examination Structure

Salary Structure

Successful candidates receive remuneration as per the 7th Pay Commission:

For deeper insights into the syllabus, refer to the Chandigarh Administration Clerk Syllabus & Exam Pattern - Click to Check. Review financial breakdowns via the Chandigarh Administration Clerk Salary 2026 – Click to Check page.