Department of Personnel • Chandigarh Administration • Group C • Notified April 2026
Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026 257 Group C Posts (234 Clerk + 23 Steno-Typist) • Regular Basis • Apply Online 6–26 April 2026
📋 Group C — Common Cadre
📌 257 Total Posts
🎓 Graduate + CCC Certificate
📅 Apply: 6–26 April 2026
🎂 Age: 18–27 Years
💰 Clerk Level-2: ₹19,900–₹63,200
💰 Steno Level-3: ₹21,700–₹69,100
💸 Fee: ₹1,000 / ₹500
✍ Exam: 200 Marks OMR — No Negative Marking
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257
Total Posts
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234
Clerk Posts
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23
Steno Posts
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26 Apr
Last Date
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200
Exam Marks
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No NM
No Neg. Marking
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Recruitment Overview
Verified from official notification — Department of Personnel, Chandigarh Administration — April 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Department of Personnel, Chandigarh Administration |
| Post Names | Clerk and Steno-Typist (English) — Group 'C' Ministerial, Non-Gazetted |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment — Regular basis under Common Cadre |
| Recruitment Rules | Chandigarh Administration Group 'C' (Clerk & Steno-Typist) Common Cadre Recruitment Rules, 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 257 Posts (234 Clerk + 23 Steno-Typist) |
| Application Portal | dper.chdadmnrectt.in |
| Application Opens | 6 April 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Application Last Date | 26 April 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 29 April 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Eligibility (Both Posts) | Bachelor's Degree from recognised University + Computer Proficiency + CCC Certificate (80 hrs) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 years as on 26 April 2026 (closing date) |
| Clerk Pay Scale | Pay Level-2 (7th CPC): ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Steno-Typist Pay Scale | Pay Level-3 (7th CPC): ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Application Fee | UR/OBC/EWS/ESM Dependents: ₹1,000 | SC/PwBD/Ex-SM: ₹500 |
| Written Exam | OMR-based — 200 marks — 2 Papers — No Negative Marking — English medium |
| Skill Test | Qualifying only — Typing 35 wpm (Clerk) or Steno 80 wpm (Steno-Typist) — no marks added to merit |
| Interview | No Interview — selection purely on written exam marks |
| Posting | Various departments of Chandigarh Administration — Common Cadre (transferable) |
| Official Website | chandigarh.gov.in | Apply: dper.chdadmnrectt.in |
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Post-wise Details — Clerk vs Steno-Typist
Both posts require same educational qualification but different skill test standards
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📋 Clerk (Group C)
Pay ScaleLevel-2 (₹19,900–63,200)
QualificationGraduate + CCC
Skill TestTyping 35 wpm, 10 min
NatureMinisterial / Clerical work
TypingEnglish on Computer
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✍ Steno-Typist English (Group C)
Pay ScaleLevel-3 (₹21,700–69,100)
QualificationGraduate + CCC + Steno cert
Dictation80 wpm, 10 min
Transcription50 min on Computer
NatureStenography + Office work
| Feature | Clerk | Steno-Typist |
|---|---|---|
| Total Posts | 234 | 23 |
| Pay Level (7th CPC) | Level-2 | Level-3 |
| Pay Range | ₹19,900–₹63,200 | ₹21,700–₹69,100 |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's Degree + CCC | Bachelor's Degree + CCC |
| Extra Skill Requirement | Typing 35 wpm in English on Computer | Stenography 80 wpm (dictation) + Transcription on Computer |
| Stenography Certificate | Not required | Required (80 wpm speed certificate) |
| Skill Test Nature | Qualifying only — no marks in merit | Qualifying only — no marks in merit |
| Posting | Any Chandigarh Administration dept. | Any Chandigarh Administration dept. |
| Competition Level | Higher (234 seats, large applicant pool) | Lower (23 seats, steno skill required) |
📌 Which Post to Apply For?
Candidates can apply for both Clerk and Steno-Typist posts if they meet the eligibility for each. The written exam paper is common for both posts, so appearing in one exam covers both. Steno-Typist posts carry a higher pay scale (Level-3 vs Level-2) but the stenography skill test requirement reduces the competition pool significantly — estimated 10,000–15,000 applicants vs 50,000–70,000 for Clerk posts. If you have stenography skills at 80 wpm, applying for Steno-Typist gives a measurably better chance.
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Important Dates
20-day application window — fee last date 3 days after application close
📣Short Notice Released — Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 202631 March 2026
🟢Detailed Notification Released & Application Opens
dper.chdadmnrectt.in — opens at 11:00 AM6 April 2026 (11:00 AM)
dper.chdadmnrectt.in — opens at 11:00 AM6 April 2026 (11:00 AM)
🚫Last Date to Submit Online Application
Portal closes at 11:59 PM — no late submissions accepted26 April 2026 (11:59 PM)
Portal closes at 11:59 PM — no late submissions accepted26 April 2026 (11:59 PM)
💲Last Date for Fee Payment
3 extra days for fee — but form must be submitted before 26 April29 April 2026 (11:59 PM)
3 extra days for fee — but form must be submitted before 26 April29 April 2026 (11:59 PM)
✍Written Examination Date — OMR-based, 2 papersTo be announced — check dper.chdadmnrectt.in
📋Admit Card / Hall Ticket ReleaseBefore exam date — via email/SMS & official website
📋Skill Test (Qualifying) — Typing/StenographyAfter Written Exam result
📊Document Verification & Final Merit ListAfter Skill Test
⚠ Application window is only 20 days. Apply between 6–18 April to avoid portal congestion near the 26 April deadline. Eligibility cutoff date for age, qualification, and category: 26 April 2026.
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Vacancy Details — Category-wise
257 posts provisionally — may vary as per administrative requirements
| Post | UR | SC | OBC | EWS | ESM# | PwBD# | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clerk | 115 | 36 | 68 | 15 | 23 | 24 (VH-07, HH-07, OH-02, Other-08) | 234* |
| Steno-Typist (English) | 12 | 04 | 06 | 01 | 02 | 04 (VH-02, HH-01, Other-01) | 23* |
| Grand Total | 127 | 40 | 74 | 16 | 25 | 28 | 257* |
| # ESM and PwBD consume the point/quota of the category to which they actually belong (horizontal reservation) | * Number of posts are likely to vary | |||||||
📌 Reservation Notes
- Vertical reservation: UR-127, SC-40, OBC-74, EWS-16 across both posts
- ESM (Ex-Servicemen): 23 posts for Clerk + 2 for Steno-Typist = 25 total. ESM consume the quota of their actual category (horizontal reservation). Matriculate ESM with not less than 15 years of service as on closing date (26 April 2026) are eligible.
- PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): 24 for Clerk (VH-07, HH-07, OH-02, Other-08) + 4 for Steno-Typist (VH-02, HH-01, Other-01) = 28 total. PwBD also consume the quota of their actual category — horizontal reservation.
- PwBD sub-categories: VH = Visually Handicapped | HH = Hearing Handicapped | OH = Orthopedically Handicapped | Other = Other Benchmark Disabilities
- OBC candidates from other states: Only OBC communities listed in the Central List of OBCs for UT of Chandigarh are eligible for OBC reservation — home state OBC lists do not automatically qualify
- Reserved category candidates selected on their own merit are accommodated in the UR category — not adjusted against reserved quota
- * Number of posts are likely to vary as per administrative requirements
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Eligibility Criteria
Educational qualification + CCC Certificate + Typing/Steno skill — all mandatory
| Criteria | Clerk | Steno-Typist |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University (UGC-approved / Govt. recognised) | Same — Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University |
| Computer Proficiency | Proficiency in Word Processing (MS Word) and Spreadsheets (MS Excel) | Same — Proficiency in Word Processing and Spreadsheets |
| CCC Certificate | 80-hour Course on Computer Concepts (CCC) from NIELIT / DOEACC-authorised centre — required at DV (not at application stage). Candidates with Diploma/Degree in Computer Science/IT are typically exempt from separate CCC. | Same requirement — CCC 80-hour certificate from NIELIT/DOEACC |
| Typing/Steno Speed | Typing Speed: 35 words per minute in English on Computer | English Stenography: 80 words per minute (dictation) + Transcription ability on computer |
| Stenography Certificate | Not required | Stenography certificate showing minimum 80 wpm speed in English stenography required |
| Final Year Students | NOT eligible — Bachelor's Degree must be completed before 26 April 2026 (closing date) | |
📌 CCC Certificate — Important Clarification
- The CCC certificate is mandatory at Document Verification — it does not need to be uploaded at the time of online application
- It must be from NIELIT (National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology) or a DOEACC-authorised centre
- Duration: 80-hour course as per Chandigarh Administration circular No. 28/69-IH(12)/Pers.&Trg./2025/1699 dated 10.12.2025
- Candidates holding a Diploma or Degree in Computer Science/IT from a recognised university are typically exempt from submitting a separate CCC certificate — verify from official notification
- OBC candidates must also hold a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate — creamy layer OBC candidates are treated as General/UR
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Age Limit & Relaxation
18–27 years as on 26 April 2026 — age from Matriculation certificate only
| Category | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved / General (UR) / EWS | 27 Years | Nil |
| OBC (Central List — UT Chandigarh) | 30 Years | +3 Years |
| SC (Central List — UT Chandigarh) | 32 Years | +5 Years |
| PwBD (General) | 37 Years | +10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 40 Years | +13 Years |
| PwBD (SC) | 42 Years | +15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Actual age minus military service period (resultant age not exceeding 37 for UR) | Deduction of military service |
| Chandigarh Administration Employees | As per Chandigarh Administration service rules | Per service rules |
| Minimum age: 18 years. Age cutoff: 26 April 2026 (application closing date). Date of Birth verified only from Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate — no other document accepted for DOB proof. | ||
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Application Fee
Online payment only — fee last date: 29 April 2026 — non-refundable
UR / OBC / EWS / Dependents of Ex-Servicemen
₹1,000
Application Processing Fee
Non-refundable — pay via UPI / Net Banking / Debit / Credit Card
SC / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen
₹500
Concessional Fee
Non-refundable — same payment modes
⚠ Fee Notes
- Fee payment last date is 29 April 2026 — 3 days after the application form submission deadline
- If fee is not paid, the application form status in the dashboard will remain 'Pay Fee' and the candidate cannot take a printout — the application is considered incomplete
- Pay via: UPI, Internet Banking, RuPay Debit Card, Credit Card — online mode only
- If the online transaction fails, log in again with registration credentials and retry payment — do not create a new application
- Fee is non-refundable under any circumstances once paid
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Salary & Service Benefits
7th CPC Pay Matrix — DA, HRA, TA & other Chandigarh Administration allowances
Clerk — Pay Level-2
₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Estimated in-hand: ₹25,000–₹35,000/month
Steno-Typist — Pay Level-3
₹21,700 – ₹69,100
Estimated in-hand: ₹27,000–₹38,000/month
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level (Clerk) | Level-2 — 7th CPC Pay Matrix — ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 |
| Pay Level (Steno-Typist) | Level-3 — 7th CPC Pay Matrix — ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | As per Central Government / Chandigarh Administration revision |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | As per Chandigarh Administration rules — Class Y city rates |
| Transport Allowance (TA) | As per Chandigarh Administration rules |
| Nature of Post | Regular / Permanent Group C Ministerial — Common Cadre |
| Pension | NPS (National Pension System) for new recruits |
| Medical Facilities | Government medical facilities applicable to Chandigarh Administration employees |
| Promotions | Clerk → Higher administrative positions via seniority and DPC | Steno-Typist → Senior Steno and higher ministerial cadre |
| Transfer Liability | Common Cadre — transferable to any department of Chandigarh Administration within UT Chandigarh |
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Written Exam Pattern
OMR-based — 200 marks — 2 Papers — NO negative marking — English medium — same for both posts
📋 Paper 1 — Morning Session
Time10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
Duration2 Hours
Marks100 Marks
TypeObjective MCQ — OMR Sheet
SubjectsGI & Reasoning, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge
📋 Paper 2 — Afternoon Session
Time2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Duration2 Hours
Marks100 Marks
TypeObjective MCQ — OMR Sheet
SubjectsEnglish Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Current Affairs
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Marks | 200 Marks (Paper 1: 100 + Paper 2: 100) |
| Both papers on same day | Yes — Paper 1 morning, Paper 2 afternoon |
| Mode | OMR-based (Offline) — fill bubbles on OMR sheet |
| Marking Scheme | Each correct answer: +1 mark | Wrong answers: ZERO deduction (No negative marking) |
| Qualifying Marks | Minimum 40% in each paper separately (as per official notification) |
| Medium | English only |
| Applicability | Common paper — same for both Clerk and Steno-Typist candidates |
| Merit Basis | Final merit list based 100% on Written Exam marks (for candidates qualifying skill test) |
| Tie-breaking | If marks equal → older candidate ranked higher → if same age, higher bachelor's degree % ranks higher |
⭐ No Negative Marking — Attempt All Questions
The OMR-based written exam carries NO negative marking. Every unanswered question is a missed mark — there is no penalty for wrong answers. Candidates should attempt all 200 questions without hesitation. However, be cautious — the official notification requires minimum 40% marks in each paper separately. This means you cannot compensate for a weak Paper 1 by scoring high in Paper 2. Both papers must individually cross the 40-mark threshold (40 out of 100).
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Skill Test (Qualifying Stage)
Typing Test (Clerk) / Stenography Proficiency Test (Steno-Typist) — Pass/Fail — no merit marks
💻 Typing Test — Clerk Post
Duration: 10 minutes on Computer
Speed Required: Minimum 35 words per minute (wpm) in English
Medium: English language on Computer keyboard
Nature: Qualifying only — Suitable / Unsuitable
Marks: No marks added to merit list
Shortlisting ratio: 20 candidates per vacancy called for skill test
✍ Stenography Proficiency Test — Steno-Typist Post
Part 1 — Dictation: 10 minutes at 80 words per minute in English
Part 2 — Transcription: 50 minutes on Computer in English
Nature: Qualifying only — Suitable / Unsuitable
Marks: No marks added to merit list
Note: Practice transcription on computer — keyboard speed matters here too
🚫 Critical: Skill Test Failure = Disqualification
- The Skill Test is mandatory and qualifying — failing it completely disqualifies the candidate regardless of written exam performance
- The ratio of candidates called for skill test is 20× the vacancies — so from the written exam merit list, top 20 candidates per vacancy per category are called
- For Steno-Typist: Candidates must be comfortable with both shorthand dictation at pace AND computer transcription within the time limit — both parts must be completed
- Candidates who qualify both written exam (40% per paper minimum) and skill test (Suitable verdict) are called for Document Verification in order of written exam merit
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Detailed Written Exam Syllabus
200-mark OMR exam — 2 papers — English medium — common for Clerk & Steno-Typist
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Paper 1 — Part A: General Intelligence & Reasoning (approx. 25–30 marks)
Analytical aptitude — non-verbal & verbal reasoning
| Topic | What to Prepare |
|---|---|
| Analogies | Word analogies, number analogies, figure analogies — find pattern and apply |
| Coding & Decoding | Letter coding, number coding, symbol-based coding — decode the pattern |
| Blood Relations | 2–3 step family tree problems — identify relationship between two given persons |
| Directions & Distances | Map-based distance/direction problems — find final position after movement |
| Syllogisms | All/Some/No type statement-conclusion problems — Venn diagram approach |
| Series — Number & Letter | Find missing term, wrong term in series — arithmetic, geometric, alphanumeric |
| Ranking & Arrangement | Seating arrangements (linear/circular), rank finding, order problems |
| Logical Deduction | Statement-assumption, statement-conclusion, cause-effect type questions |
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Paper 1 — Part B: General Awareness & Current Affairs (approx. 25–30 marks)
India, UT Chandigarh, current events — last 6 months
| Topic | Key Areas |
|---|---|
| Chandigarh Specific GK | History of Chandigarh, Le Corbusier, Capitol Complex (UNESCO WH), Rock Garden, Rose Garden, Sukhna Lake, sectors, Chandigarh's status as UT, UT Administration structure, key departments |
| Indian Polity & Constitution | Fundamental Rights & Duties, Parliament, Union Territories, President/PM/LG roles, important Articles, Centre-UT relations |
| Indian History | Freedom Struggle, partition of Punjab, major historical events — Class 10/12 level |
| Geography | India physical geography, Punjab/Haryana/Chandigarh region, rivers, major cities |
| Current Affairs | National & UT Chandigarh events (last 6 months), appointments, Chandigarh Administration schemes, national awards, sports |
| Economy Basics | Budget terms, GDP, inflation basics, major government schemes (PM Awas, Jan Dhan etc.) |
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Paper 1 — Part C: Computer Knowledge (approx. 15–20 marks)
CCC-level computer concepts — MS Office, internet, hardware/software
| Topic | Key Areas |
|---|---|
| Computer Fundamentals | Hardware vs Software, Input/Output devices, CPU, RAM, ROM, storage, types of computers |
| MS Word | Formatting, page setup, headers/footers, spell check, find/replace, printing — commonly tested in clerical exams |
| MS Excel | Formulas (SUM, COUNT, IF, AVERAGE), cell references, charts, data sorting — Spreadsheet operations |
| MS PowerPoint | Slide creation, slide transitions, presentation basics |
| Internet & Email | Browser operations, URL, WWW, email protocols, e-governance portals, social media basics, cybersecurity |
| Operating Systems | Windows basics, file management, shortcuts, taskbar, control panel |
| Networking Basics | LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, IP address, DNS basics |
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Paper 2 — Part A: English Language (approx. 30–40 marks)
Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension — graduate level
| Topic | Key Areas |
|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | Passage-based questions — identify main idea, infer meaning, find answers from passage |
| Vocabulary | Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word substitution, Idioms & Phrases, Fill in the blanks |
| Grammar | Tenses, Subject-Verb Agreement, Articles (a/an/the), Prepositions, Conjunctions, Modals |
| Sentence Correction | Identify grammatically incorrect part of a sentence — choose the corrected version |
| Para Jumbles | Rearrange 4–5 sentences into a coherent paragraph — identify correct order |
| Error Spotting | Find the part of sentence with grammatical error — choose from options A/B/C/D |
| Cloze Test | Fill in blanks in a paragraph from given options — tests vocabulary + grammar simultaneously |
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Paper 2 — Part B: Quantitative Aptitude (approx. 25–35 marks)
Graduate-level arithmetic — calculation accuracy and speed essential
| Topic | Key Concepts |
|---|---|
| Number System | LCM, HCF, divisibility, fractions, decimals, BODMAS, simplification |
| Percentage | Percentage calculation, increase/decrease, successive percentages |
| Profit, Loss & Discount | CP, SP, marked price, profit/loss %, discount — basic to moderate problems |
| Ratio & Proportion | Simple ratio, compound ratio, direct/inverse proportion, partnerships |
| Simple & Compound Interest | SI and CI formulas, comparison, half-yearly/quarterly CI |
| Time & Work | Work rates, pipes & cisterns — combined work problems |
| Speed, Distance & Time | Average speed, relative speed, trains, boats & streams |
| Data Interpretation | Bar graphs, pie charts, line graphs, tables — read and calculate |
| Averages | Average of numbers, weighted average, age-based problems |
| Mensuration | Area/perimeter of basic 2D shapes — rectangle, square, circle, triangle |
🎯 Chandigarh Clerk Exam 2026 — Preparation Strategy
- Chandigarh-specific GK is unique: Most candidates from outside Chandigarh miss this section. Study the UT's history, Le Corbusier connection, Capitol Complex, administration structure, and recent Chandigarh Administration schemes. This differentiates toppers from average scorers.
- No negative marking = attempt all: Never leave any question blank. Even a guess has a 25% chance of being correct. Minimum 40% per paper is required — ensure you cross this threshold in both papers.
- English section is decisive: With a graduate-level English paper, scoring 75%+ is achievable with regular reading. Focus on comprehension and error spotting — these appear most frequently.
- Typing practice starts Day 1: 35 wpm sounds easy but on an unfamiliar keyboard under exam pressure, many candidates fail the typing test. Practice 30–60 minutes of English typing daily from the day you apply.
- For Steno-Typist aspirants: Practice shorthand dictation at varying speeds (75–90 wpm) and time your transcriptions. The 50-minute transcription on computer requires both shorthand accuracy AND computer speed.
- Paper 1 qualifying > Paper 2 comfort: If you are stronger in English and Maths, ensure Paper 1 (Reasoning + GK + Computer) still crosses 40 marks minimum — focus on both papers equally in the first month.
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Complete Selection Process
Written Exam → Skill Test (qualifying) → Document Verification — No Interview
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Stage 1 — OMR Written Examination (200 Marks)
The main qualifying stage — 2 papers of 100 marks each on the same day (Morning + Afternoon session). Both papers are common for Clerk and Steno-Typist candidates. No negative marking. Minimum qualifying marks: 40% in each paper separately. Top candidates (20× vacancies per category) from the written exam merit list are called for the Skill Test. Final selection merit is 100% based on written exam marks.
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Stage 2 — Skill Test / Proficiency Test (Qualifying)
For Clerk: Typing Test in English on Computer — 10 minutes at 35 words per minute. For Steno-Typist: Dictation at 80 wpm for 10 minutes + Transcription for 50 minutes on Computer in English. Result: Suitable or Unsuitable. No marks added to merit. Candidates declared 'Unsuitable' are eliminated. Only 'Suitable' candidates proceed to Document Verification.
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Stage 3 — Document Verification
Candidates called in order of written exam merit. Original certificates must be produced — photocopies or self-attested copies are not accepted at this stage. Documents verified: Bachelor's degree, CCC certificate, age proof (Matriculation cert), category certificate, stenography certificate (for Steno-Typist), ESM/PwBD documents (if applicable). Any discrepancy leads to disqualification.
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Stage 4 — Medical Examination & Final Appointment
Selected candidates after DV undergo a medical examination. Those declared medically fit are issued appointment letters for Group C Ministerial posts in the Common Cadre of Chandigarh Administration. They are liable to be posted in any department of the Chandigarh Administration as per administrative requirements. No interview is conducted at any stage.
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How to Apply Online
Register at dper.chdadmnrectt.in — portal open 6 April (11 AM) to 26 April (11:59 PM) 2026
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Visit Official Application Portal
Go to dper.chdadmnrectt.in — the dedicated Chandigarh Administration recruitment portal. Alternatively, visit chandigarh.gov.in → Information → Public Notices → Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026. Download and read the official notification completely before starting.
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New Registration
Click "New Registration" and enter your name, date of birth (as per Matriculation certificate), mobile number, and email ID. Create a password. A system-generated Registration ID is displayed — note it down immediately along with your password. Login details are also sent to your registered email and mobile.
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Fill Application Form
Login and fill all mandatory fields: personal details (name, father's name, mother's name, DOB, gender, marital status), educational qualification (Bachelor's degree — college, university, year, percentage), category details (UR/SC/OBC/EWS/PwBD/ESM), and post preference (Clerk, Steno-Typist, or both). Verify every entry matches your original documents exactly — name spelling, DOB, category must be identical.
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Upload Photograph & Signature
Upload Passport-size photograph (JPG format, size 10–100 KB, plain background, full frontal view, face covering at least 75% of frame, no sunglasses). Upload Signature (JPG format, scanned on plain white paper, clearly legible, approximately 6.0 cm × 2.0 cm). PwBD candidates availing scribe/compensatory time must also upload the Disability Certificate.
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Pay Application Fee
Pay ₹1,000 (UR/OBC/EWS/ESM Dependents) or ₹500 (SC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen) via UPI, Internet Banking, RuPay Debit Card, or Credit Card through the payment gateway. Note the transaction reference number. Fee payment last date: 29 April 2026 — but submit the form before 26 April.
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Preview, Submit & Print
Carefully review the complete application form preview before final submission. Once submitted, no changes are possible. After submission and successful fee payment, download and print the application form and fee receipt for all future stages. The admit card, exam schedule, results, and DV call letters will be communicated via registered email/SMS and the official website.
Apply at dper.chdadmnrectt.in from 6 April 2026
Submit form by 26 April — pay fee by 29 April
No offline application accepted
Keep email & mobile active till process ends
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Frequently Asked Questions
Complete Q&A on Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026
What is the last date to apply for Chandigarh Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026?+
The last date to submit the online application is 26 April 2026 at 11:59 PM. The last date for fee payment is 29 April 2026 at 11:59 PM. Applications opened from 6 April 2026 at 11:00 AM at dper.chdadmnrectt.in. Apply early — the window is only 20 days.
Is there negative marking in the Chandigarh Clerk Written Exam 2026?+
No negative marking. Each correct answer awards +1 mark. Wrong answers carry zero deduction. Candidates should attempt all 200 questions. However, a minimum of 40% marks in each paper separately is required to qualify — so Paper 1 and Paper 2 must each individually cross 40 marks (out of 100).
Is the CCC Certificate required at the time of application?+
No — CCC Certificate is NOT required at the time of online application. It must be produced at the Document Verification stage. Candidates have until DV to obtain it. The certificate must be from NIELIT or a DOEACC-authorised centre (80-hour Course on Computer Concepts). Candidates with a Diploma or Degree in Computer Science/IT from a recognised university are typically exempt from submitting a separate CCC certificate.
Can I apply for both Clerk and Steno-Typist posts?+
Yes. Eligible candidates can apply for both Clerk and Steno-Typist posts. The written exam paper is common for both, so appearing once covers both. You indicate your post preference in the application form. If you have stenography skills, applying for both gives you two chances at selection through one written examination.
What is the age limit for Chandigarh Clerk Recruitment 2026?+
Minimum 18 years, Maximum 27 years as on 26 April 2026 (closing date). Relaxation: OBC +3 years (max 30), SC +5 years (max 32), PwBD (General) +10 years (max 37), PwBD (SC) +15 years (max 42). Ex-Servicemen get relaxation equal to military service period. Age is verified only from Matriculation/Secondary Board certificate.
Can OBC candidates from other states apply for this recruitment?+
Yes, OBC candidates from other states can apply but their OBC community must be listed in the Central List of OBCs specifically for UT of Chandigarh. An OBC certificate from a home state based on that state's OBC list does NOT automatically qualify for OBC reservation in Chandigarh Administration. Verify your community's inclusion in the Central OBC List for UT Chandigarh before claiming OBC category. If not included, apply as General/UR.
Is there an interview in Chandigarh Clerk Recruitment 2026?+
No interview whatsoever. Selection is entirely merit-based: (1) Written Exam marks (200 marks) determine the final merit list; (2) Skill Test is qualifying only — no marks; (3) Document Verification is administrative. This makes the written exam performance the sole decisive factor for selection.
What is the posting location after selection?+
Selected candidates are posted in the Common Cadre of Chandigarh Administration — they can be transferred to any department of the UT Chandigarh Administration as per administrative needs. Chandigarh is a Union Territory, so all postings are within the city of Chandigarh and its associated departments. No inter-state transfers.
What documents are needed at Document Verification?+
Original documents required at DV: Bachelor's Degree marksheets & certificate (all years), Matriculation certificate (for DOB proof), CCC Certificate (80-hour course from NIELIT/DOEACC), Category certificate (SC/OBC NCL/EWS — issued by competent authority for UT Chandigarh), Stenography speed certificate (for Steno-Typist post), PwBD certificate (if applicable), ESM Discharge Certificate (if applicable), NOC (if serving in Govt/PSU), Application printout, and 2 recent passport-size photographs.
What is the application fee for Chandigarh Clerk Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026?+
UR / OBC / EWS / Dependents of Ex-Servicemen: ₹1,000. SC / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: ₹500. Payment via UPI, Internet Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card — online mode only. Fee payment last date: 29 April 2026. Fee is non-refundable once paid.
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Official Links & Resources
Apply only at dper.chdadmnrectt.in — verify from chandigarh.gov.in
📄 Official Notification & Application Links
📄 Chandigarh Administration Clerk & Steno-Typist Recruitment 2026 — Official Notification PDF
🔗 Apply Online — dper.chdadmnrectt.in — Chandigarh Administration Recruitment Portal
🏢 Chandigarh Administration Official Website — chandigarh.gov.in — Public Notices Section
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Founder at Jobtheta
Chandan Kumar is the founder of Jobtheta.com, a platform focused on providing the latest government job updates, results, admit cards, and career guidance for aspirants across India.
With a strong interest in recruitment trends and exam processes, he regularly publishes well-structured articles covering railway, SSC, banking, and apprenticeship opportunities. His content focuses on delivering accurate information along with practical guidance such as document verification tips, selection process breakdowns, and application support.
Through Jobtheta, his goal is to simplify complex job notifications and help candidates make better decisions during their preparation and application journey.
With a strong interest in recruitment trends and exam processes, he regularly publishes well-structured articles covering railway, SSC, banking, and apprenticeship opportunities. His content focuses on delivering accurate information along with practical guidance such as document verification tips, selection process breakdowns, and application support.
Through Jobtheta, his goal is to simplify complex job notifications and help candidates make better decisions during their preparation and application journey.
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