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Chandigarh Administration Recruitment 2026 — 257 Clerk & Steno-Typist Vacancies, Apply Online

Department of Personnel, Chandigarh Administration  |  Group C (Ministerial, Non-Gazetted)  |  Notified: 31 March 2026

The Chandigarh Administration Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Department of Personnel, Chandigarh Administration for 257 vacancies of Clerk and Steno-Typist posts under Group ‘C’ (Ministerial, Non-Gazetted) Common Cadre on a regular basis. This is one of the most sought-after government job opportunities in the Union Territory for graduates with typing and stenography skills.

Out of the total vacancies, 234 posts are for Clerk and 23 posts are for Steno-Typist (English). The online application process for Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026 started on 06 April 2026 at 11:00 AM and the last date to apply online is 26 April 2026. Candidates must apply through the official portal at chandigarh.gov.in.

The recruitment will be conducted through an OMR-based Written Examination followed by a Typing/Skill Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Clerks will be placed at Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) and Steno-Typists at Pay Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. Read on for full details.

📅 Chandigarh Administration Recruitment 2026 — Important Dates

Candidates must note all key dates for the Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026. The online application window is short — only 20 days — so candidates should apply at the earliest to avoid last-minute issues.

📋 Chandigarh Administration Vacancy 2026 — Post-Wise Details

A total of 257 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment, divided into two posts — Clerk (234 posts) and Steno-Typist (23 posts). Both posts are under Group ‘C’ Ministerial, Non-Gazetted cadre and are being filled on a regular/permanent basis. The number of vacancies may vary based on administrative requirements.

📌 Category-wise vacancy breakup (UR / OBC / SC / ST / EWS / ESM / PwD) will be available in the detailed notification on chandigarh.gov.in.

✅ Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Eligibility 2026

Before applying for the Chandigarh Administration Recruitment 2026, candidates must carefully verify their educational qualification, typing/stenography skill, and age criteria. Candidates who are found ineligible at any stage of the process will be disqualified and their application rejected.

Educational Qualification

For Clerk Post:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University or Institution.
• Typing speed of minimum 35 words per minute (wpm) in English on a computer.
• Proficiency in Word Processing (MS Word) and Spreadsheets (MS Excel).
• CCC Certificate (Course on Computer Concepts – 80 hours) from NIELIT / DOEACC-authorised centre / Government-recognised institution.
• ICT Training Course Certificate as per Chandigarh Administration rules.

For Steno-Typist Post:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University or Institution.
• Stenography speed of minimum 80 words per minute (wpm) in English.
• Transcription speed of minimum 20 words per minute on a computer in English.
• CCC Certificate (Course on Computer Concepts – 80 hours) — mandatory.
• ICT Training Course Certificate as per Chandigarh Administration rules.

Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)

The age limit applies equally to both the Clerk and Steno-Typist posts. Age relaxation for reserved categories will be as per Central Government orders:

📌 Matriculate Ex-Servicemen with not less than 15 years of service as on the closing date are eligible under the ESM quota. Verify exact age relaxation from the official detailed notification.

💰 Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Salary 2026

Candidates selected through the Chandigarh Administration Recruitment 2026 will receive salary as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) pay matrix. Both posts offer a stable in-hand salary along with all standard Central Government allowances.

In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), medical facilities, Provident Fund (PF), and pension benefits as applicable to Central Government / Chandigarh Administration Group ‘C’ employees.

🏆 Chandigarh Administration Selection Process 2026

The selection process for the Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026 consists of multiple stages. The Typing/Skill Test is qualifying in nature only — the final merit list is based entirely on the Written Examination score.

Written Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The written examination for Chandigarh Administration Clerk Recruitment 2026 will be OMR-based with 100 objective MCQ questions. The exam will test candidates on the following subjects:

📝 How to Apply for Chandigarh Administration Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates must apply online only through the official Chandigarh Administration portal. No offline / postal applications will be accepted. Follow the step-by-step process below and ensure you submit the form before 26 April 2026 at 11:59 PM and complete the fee payment before 29 April 2026.

1. Visit the official website: chandigarh.gov.in/information/public-notices
2. Click on the advertisement link for Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026.
3. Read the official detailed notification carefully before starting the application.
4. Click on New Registration, fill in all personal and academic details accurately.
5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph (JPG, below 50 KB, face covering 75%) and signature (JPG, plain white paper, below 50 KB).
6. Upload all required educational and category certificates as per the notification.
7. Pay the application fee online (if applicable) as per your category before 29 April 2026.
8. Submit the application and save / print the confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required for Application & Document Verification

• Matriculation / 10th Certificate (for Date of Birth proof — no changes accepted after submission)
• Bachelor’s Degree Certificate and Marksheets
• Typing Speed Certificate — minimum 35 wpm in English (for Clerk post)
• Stenography Certificate — minimum 80 wpm dictation and 20 wpm transcription (for Steno-Typist)
• CCC Certificate (Course on Computer Concepts) from NIELIT / DOEACC-authorised centre
• ICT Training Course Certificate
• Category Certificate — OBC / SC / ST / EWS (as applicable)
• Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate (if applying under ESM quota)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-size photograph and signature (as per specifications)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Chandigarh Administration Recruitment 2026

Here are the most commonly asked questions about the Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026:

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