Andaman & Nicobar Police Recruitment 2026

Andaman & Nicobar Police Recruitment 2026 is conducted by the Andaman & Nicobar Administration to recruit qualified candidates for various police positions in the Union Territory. This recruitment targets ITI-qualified candidates for technical and non-technical posts within the police department. Selected candidates will serve in the Andaman & Nicobar Police Force, responsible for maintaining law and order, security, and public safety across the islands. The recruitment process includes written examination, physical efficiency test, and medical examination. Successful candidates will be posted across various police stations and units in Port Blair and other islands of the territory.

Important Dates

Note: Exact dates will be announced in the official notification

Vacancy Breakdown

Typical / Indicative vacancy distribution:

Note: Actual vacancies will be notified in the official advertisement

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Minimum Qualification: ITI (Industrial Training Institute) Certificate in relevant trades such as:
• Electrician
• Fitter
• Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)
• Wireman
• Electronics Mechanic
• Welder
• Other relevant technical trades
• Candidates must have completed ITI from a recognized institution
• Trade certificate must be valid and recognized by NCVT/SCVT

Age Limit

Age as on closing date of application:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Candidates must be Indian citizens
• Priority given to candidates domiciled in Andaman & Nicobar Islands

How to Apply

1. Visit Official Website: Go to the official Andaman & Nicobar Police recruitment portal (www.andssw1.and.nic.in or as notified)

1. Registration: Click on 'New Registration' and provide basic details like name, email ID, and mobile number to generate registration ID

1. Login: Use the registration ID and password to login to the application portal

1. Fill Application Form: Complete all sections including personal details, educational qualifications, ITI certificate details, and upload required documents

1. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of:

• Recent passport-size photograph
• Signature
• ITI Certificate
• Date of Birth proof
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile certificate

1. Pay Application Fee: Make online payment through Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI

1. Submit Application: Review all details carefully and click 'Final Submit'

1. Download Confirmation: Take printout of the application form for future reference

Application Fees

Payment mode: Online only (Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI)

Selection Process

The selection process consists of multiple stages:

1. Written Examination: Computer-based test covering General Knowledge, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, and Technical Knowledge related to ITI trades. Questions will be objective type (MCQs).

1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates qualifying the written exam will undergo physical tests including running, high jump, long jump, and other physical standards as per police recruitment norms.

1. Physical Standard Test (PST): Verification of height, chest (for male candidates), and weight measurements as per prescribed standards for police recruitment.

1. Document Verification: Original certificates including ITI certificate, educational qualifications, age proof, category certificates, and domicile proof will be verified.

1. Medical Examination: Comprehensive medical fitness test conducted by authorized medical board to ensure candidates meet the physical and mental health standards required for police service.

1. Merit List: Final selection based on marks obtained in written examination, subject to qualifying PET/PST and medical fitness. Category-wise merit lists will be prepared.

Exam Pattern

Written Examination (Computer Based Test)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer

Qualifying Marks:

• General/EWS: 40%
• OBC: 35%
• SC/ST: 33%

Physical Efficiency Test

Standards will be notified in official notification. Typical requirements:

PET is qualifying in nature (No marks awarded)

Detailed Syllabus

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)
• Indian Geography (Physical, Economic, Social)
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Indian Economy basics
• Current National and International Events
• Sports and Games
• Awards and Honours
• Books and Authors
• Important Days and Events
• Andaman & Nicobar Islands: History, Geography, Culture

Reasoning & Mental Ability

• Analogies and Similarities
• Series Completion (Number, Letter, Figure)
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense Test
• Logical Venn Diagrams
• Alphabet and Number Series
• Mathematical Operations
• Syllogism
• Statement and Conclusions
• Data Interpretation

Numerical Ability & Basic Mathematics

• Number Systems
• Simplification (BODMAS)
• Percentage
• Profit and Loss
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Time and Work
• Time, Speed and Distance
• Average
• Ratio and Proportion
• Mensuration (Area, Volume)
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs, Charts)

Technical Knowledge (ITI Trade Specific)

For Electrician Trade:

• Electrical circuits and components
• AC/DC fundamentals
• Electrical measurements
• Wiring systems
• Safety practices
• Electrical machines basics

For Fitter Trade:

• Hand tools and measuring instruments
• Fitting operations
• Machine tools
• Engineering drawings
• Workshop calculations

For Motor Vehicle Mechanic:

• Engine components and systems
• Transmission systems
• Brake systems
• Electrical systems in vehicles
• Maintenance and repair

For Welder Trade:

• Welding processes (Arc, Gas)
• Welding equipment
• Safety in welding
• Welding joints and positions
• Metal properties

Candidates should prepare according to their specific ITI trade

Salary Structure

Typical / Indicative salary components for constable-level posts:

Additional Benefits:

• Island Special Duty Allowance
• Medical facilities for self and family
• Accommodation facilities
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Pension benefits (NPS)
• Annual increments
• Performance-linked incentives

Career progression in Andaman & Nicobar Police follows a structured promotional hierarchy based on seniority, performance, and departmental examinations. Constables can be promoted to Head Constable, Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), Sub-Inspector (SI), and higher ranks through departmental promotion quotas and competitive examinations. Technical staff with ITI qualifications have opportunities in specialized units and can receive additional technical allowances and specialized training for career advancement.

Admit cards for the written examination will be released approximately 10-15 days before the exam date on the official recruitment portal. Candidates must login using their registration ID and password to download the admit card. The admit card contains details of examination centre, date, time, and candidate's photograph. Candidates must carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Driving License) to the examination centre. No candidate will be allowed to appear for the exam without a valid admit card.

Results will be declared stage-wise on the official website. Written examination results are typically announced within 4-6 weeks after the exam date, displaying roll numbers of qualified candidates. PET/PST qualified candidates list will be published separately. The final merit list, after document verification and medical examination, will be prepared category-wise based on marks obtained in the written examination. Candidates can check their results by entering their roll number or registration ID on the official portal. Selected candidates will receive appointment letters through registered post or email.

Typical / Indicative cutoff marks for Andaman & Nicobar Police recruitment vary based on difficulty level and number of applicants. Generally, General category candidates need to score 50-60 marks out of 100, OBC candidates around 45-55 marks, and SC/ST candidates around 40-50 marks to qualify the written examination. Category-wise cutoffs are prepared separately for domicile and non-domicile candidates, with domicile candidates typically having slightly lower cutoffs. Final selection cutoffs also depend on the number of vacancies and overall candidate performance.

Examination Centres

Primary Centre:

• Andaman & Nicobar Islands: Port Blair (Main), Diglipur, Mayabunder, Rangat, Car Nicobar

Additional Centres (if notified):

• East: Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Ranchi, Patna
• North: Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Jaipur
• South: Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kochi
• West: Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune

Note: Most candidates from Andaman & Nicobar Islands will be assigned Port Blair as exam centre. Mainland centres may be provided based on applicant location and administrative feasibility.