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Chandigarh Administration Clerk Recruitment 2026 Notification Out For 257 Posts, Eligibility

The Chandigarh Administration has announced 257 Clerk and Steno Typist posts, which will be filled through the Chandigarh Administration Clerk Recruitment 2026. All interested and eligible candidates who have been waiting for the detailed notification PDF can now access it, as the wait is over. They can easily download the notification PDF from the official website or through this article. This article also provides complete details about these posts, including eligibility, the selection process, and more.

Chandigarh Administration Clerk Recruitment 2026 Out

The Chandigarh Administration has released a detailed notification, which includes the online form dates and vacancy, and all details under the Chandigarh Administration Clerk Recruitment 2026 at chandigarh.gov.in/information/public-notices.

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree, computer proficiency, and meet the prescribed skill test norms (typing speed of 35 w.p.m. for Clerks; dictation @80 w.p.m. for Steno-Typists). The selection process includes a two-paper OMR-based written examination

Chandigarh Administration Clerk Recruitment 2026 Out: Key Highlights
Important Details

  • Organisation-  Department of Personnel, Chandigarh Administration
  • Post- Steno-Typist (English), Clerk
  • Advt. No- No. 588537 (E) – IH (11) – 2026/73999
  • Official website-@chandigarh.gov.in
Vacancy Details

  • No. of Posts – 257 (Clerk & Steno Typists)
  • Clerk- 234
  • Steno-Typist- 23
Important Dates

Eligibility criteria

  • Age Limit- 18 to 28 years
  • Educational Qualification- Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Proficiency,  with the required typing speed according to the post

Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno Typist Vacancy 2026

Through the Chandigarh Clerk recruitment 2026, a total of 257 eligible candidates will be recruited for Clerk & Steno Typist posts under the Chandigarh Clerk Vacancy 2026.

Post Name Vacancies
Steno-Typist (English) 23
Clerk 234
Total 257

Eligibility Criteria (Education Qualification & Age Limit)

The Eligibility Criteria for the Chandigarh Clerk Vacancy 2026 have been announced along with a detailed notification. Candidates can now check the Eligibility Criteria and other details provided below.

Educational Qualification

Post Qualification
Clerk
  1. Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
  2. Computer proficiency (Word Processing & Spreadsheets).
  3. Typing speed: 35 w.p.m. in English on a computer.
  4. ICT Training Course (CCC) of 80 hours (to be shown at document verification).
Steno
  1. Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
  2. Computer proficiency (Word Processing & Spreadsheets).
  3. Dictation: 10 min @ 80 w.p.m., Transcription: 50 min on computer (English).
  4. ICT Training Course (CCC) of 80 hours (to be shown at document verification).

Age Limit

  • Minimum age: 18 years
  • Maximum age: 28 years
Category Age Relaxation
SC 5 years
OBC 3 years
PwBD (UR) 10 years
PwBD (SC) 15 years
PwBD (OBC) 13 years
Ex-Serviceman (ESM) 3 years after military service deduction

Selection Process for Clerk & Steno-Typist

There are three stages for these posts:

  1. Written Examination
  2. Computer Typing Test / Stenography Test (Qualifying)
  3. Document Verification
  • If equal marks → older age gets priority.
    If the same age → higher Bachelor’s degree percentage.

Chandigarh Administration Clerk Exam Pattern 2026

This section highlights the syllabus and exam pattern details for the Clerk and other posts. Candidates can take subject-wise and pattern-wise details from the table below

  • The question paper will be in the English language only.
  • Each question carries 1 mark. For each correct answer, the candidate will get 1 mark
  • In writing, there will be negative marking (0.25 marks for each question) for incorrect answers. The examination for questions, i.e. for each wrong answer, 0.25 (one) will be deducted from the total score.
  • IV. To answer a question, the candidate has to tick the correct answer for each question.
Paper Session Subject Marks
Paper 1 Morning (2 hrs) English 40
General Knowledge 40
Computer Proficiency 20
Paper 2 Evening (2 hrs) Mathematics 40
Statistics 30
Aptitude (Reasoning) 30
Total 4 hrs 100

Qualifying marks: 40% in each paper (40 out of 100).

What is the Salary Package For Clerk & Typist Posts

The Chandigarh Administration Clerk’s salary is offered as per the 7th Pay Commission (CPC). The pay scale for the Clerk post ranges from ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 under Level-2 of the pay matrix, while the Steno-Typist post is offered ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 under Level-3.

In addition to the basic pay, candidates are entitled to allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits, making the overall salary package stable and attractive.

Why Chandigarh Administration Clerk Recruitment 2026 is a Great Opportunity?

  • Offers a good number of vacancies (257 posts), increasing selection chances
  • Provides a secure government job under the Chandigarh Administration
  • Best opportunity for graduates with typing and stenography skills
  • Attractive salary as per 7th Pay Commission
  • Includes additional benefits like job stability, allowances, and promotions
  • Suitable for candidates preparing for clerical-level government exams
  • Work-life balance and career growth opportunities in the government sector
Also check
Chandigarh Administration Clerk Syllabus
Chandigarh Administration Clerk Salary

FAQs

Is the Chandigarh Clerk Recruitment 2026 Notification released?

Yes, the Chandigarh Administration is going to fill the Clerk & Steno typists through eligible candidates.

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