The Department of Personnel, Chandigarh Administration, has officially opened the application process for a significant recruitment drive aimed at filling 257 vacancies for Clerk and Steno-Typist (English) positions within the Group ‘C’ cadre. This initiative is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking stable employment in government roles.
Interested candidates can submit their applications through the official Chandigarh Administration website, chandigarh.gov.in. The application window commenced on April 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM and will remain open until April 26, 2026, at 11:59 PM. It is crucial for applicants to note that the payment of the examination fee can be completed until April 29, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
The recruitment process will consist of multiple stages, including a written examination followed by a typing or proficiency test. Specific dates for these assessments will be announced later on the official website, ensuring that candidates have ample time to prepare.
Vacancy Breakdown
The recruitment drive is primarily focused on clerical positions, with a total of 234 vacancies designated for Clerk roles. The distribution of these vacancies is as follows:
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 117 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 35 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 63 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 19 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 23 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 24 |
Within the Clerk category, specific reservations are made for Ex-Servicemen and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. The PwBD quota includes various sub-categories, ensuring inclusivity:
- Visually Handicapped: 7 vacancies
- Hearing Handicapped: 7 vacancies
- Orthopedically Handicapped: 2 vacancies
- Other Disabilities: 8 vacancies
Steno-Typist Vacancies
In addition to the Clerk positions, there are 23 vacancies available for Steno-Typist (English) roles. The distribution of these positions is as follows:
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 17 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 2 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 4 |
For the PwBD candidates, the vacancies are allocated as follows:
- Visually Handicapped: 2 vacancies
- Hearing Handicapped: 1 vacancy
- Other Disabilities: 1 vacancy
Application Process
To apply for the Chandigarh Administration recruitment, candidates must follow an online application process. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Visit the official website: chandigarh.gov.in
- Navigate to the recruitment section and find the relevant notification.
- Fill out the application form with accurate details.
- Upload required documents as specified.
- Pay the examination fee within the stipulated time frame.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
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Important Considerations
It is important for candidates to understand that the reservations for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are horizontal in nature. This means that candidates selected under these categories will be adjusted against their respective vertical categories—such as Unreserved (UR), Scheduled Caste (SC), Other Backward Classes (OBC), or Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)—and will consume that category’s quota. This policy ensures fair representation while maintaining the integrity of the recruitment process.