What is the educational qualification required for Chandigarh Administration Clerk recruitment 2026?

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university. Additionally, selected candidates must provide a certificate of an ICT Training Course (CCC) of at least 80 hours from a NIELIT/DOEACC authorized or government-recognized institution at the time of document verification.

Is there any negative marking in the Chandigarh Clerk written exam?

No, there is no negative marking in the written examination for both Clerk and Steno-Typist posts. Candidates are encouraged to attempt all questions. However, qualifying with at least 40% marks in each paper is mandatory to be considered for the skill test.

What are the typing speed requirements for the Clerk and Steno-Typist posts?

For Clerk: A typing speed of 35 words per minute (WPM) in English on a computer is required. For Steno-Typist: Candidates must have a speed of 80 WPM in Stenography (English) and a transcription speed of 20 WPM.

What is the application fee for different categories in this recruitment?

The application fee is ₹1000 for General, OBC, EWS, and Dependents of Ex-Servicemen. For SC, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) categories, the fee is ₹500. The fee must be paid online before the deadline of April 29, 2026.

What is the age limit for Chandigarh Administration Group C posts in 2026?

The age limit for all candidates is between 18 and 27 years as of April 26, 2026. Relaxation in the upper age limit is provided as per government rules: 5 years for SC, 3 years for OBC, and up to 10-15 years for PwBD candidates depending on their category.

Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for 257 Posts

Department of Personnel, Chandigarh Administration, has officially released the recruitment notification for 257 Group ‘C’ vacancies. This recruitment includes 234 Clerk posts and 23 Steno-Typist (English) positions under the Common Cadre. Eligible graduate candidates looking for a stable government job in the Union Territory of Chandigarh can submit their applications online through the official portal.

Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026: Apply Online

Department of Personnel, Chandigarh Administration

Important Dates

Application Fee

Online Application Start Date: 06 April 2026
Last Date to Apply: 26 April 2026
Last Date Fee Payment: 29 April 2026
Admit Card: To be Updated
Exam Date: To be Updated

General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 1000/-
SC /Ex-Servicemen/ PH (Divyang): ₹ 500/-
Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or SBI E-Challan.

Chandigarh Administration Clerk Recruitment 2026: Overview

Organization

Chandigarh Administration (Department of Personnel)

Last Date

26.04.2026

Post Names

Clerk & Steno-Typist (English)

Total Vacancies

257 Posts

(As on April 26, 2026)

Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 27 Years
Age relaxation: SC (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10–15 years) as per rules.

For All Posts: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
ICT Skills: A compulsory 80-hour Course on Computer Concepts (CCC) certificate from a NIELIT/DOEACC authorized center or government-recognized institution is required (usually at the time of appointment).

Skill Requirements

Clerk: English Typing speed of 35 WPM on Computer.
Steno-Typist: English Stenography at 80 WPM and transcription speed of 20 WPM.

Chandigarh Clerk, Steno-Typist Vacancy Details (Category-wise)

Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist (English) Recruitment 2026 A total of 257 posts are distributed as follows:
Category	Clerk	Steno-Typist	Total
UR	115	12	127
EWS	15	01	16
OBC	68	06	74
SC	36	04	40
Total	234	23	257

Chandigarh Clerk, Steno-Typist Vacancy Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection will be based on a Written Test (OMR Based) followed by a qualifying Skill Test. There is no interview. Written Exam Structure (Two Papers) Paper 1 (Morning): English (40 Marks), General Knowledge (40 Marks), Computer Proficiency (20 Marks). Paper 2 (Evening): Mathematics (40 Marks), Statistics (30 Marks), Reasoning/Aptitude (30 Marks). Duration: 2 Hours for each paper. Qualifying Marks: Minimum 40% in each paper is mandatory. Negative Marking: There is no negative marking.
How to Apply for Chandigarh Administration Clerk Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to submit your application form: Visit the official Chandigarh Administration website: chandigarh.gov.in. Navigate to the “Public Notices” or “Recruitment” section. Click on the link for “Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026”. Register with your email and mobile number to get login credentials. Fill in the application form with personal and academic details. Upload scanned copies of your Photograph and Signature. Pay the application fee and submit the form. Download the confirmation page for future reference.
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Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for 257 Posts

Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026: Apply Online

Department of Personnel, Chandigarh Administration

(As on April 26, 2026)

Chandigarh Clerk, Steno-Typist Vacancy Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Written Exam Structure (Two Papers)

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