Age
18-38 Years
Min Qualification
12th
Location
Andaman and Nicobar
The Andaman and Nicobar Health Department has recently unveiled a meticulous recruitment drive aimed at empowering female healthcare professionals across the islands. This notification, officially cataloged under Advt No. A-12024/1/2025, opens doors for dedicated individuals to join the ranks of the Directorate of Health Services as an Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM). For those seeking long-term career stability within a government framework, this Group ‘C’ Non-Ministerial position offers a lucrative path to serve the community while securing a prestigious administrative role.
Joining the Andaman & Nicobar Administration is more than just a job; it is an invitation to be part of a vital healthcare system that ensures the well-being of a unique and diverse population. This recruitment emphasizes inclusivity and professional growth, inviting eligible female candidates to participate in an open recruitment examination designed to select the most capable healthcare providers for the region.
Academic: You must have successfully cleared your 12th Standard (Senior Secondary) from any recognized board.
Professional: A valid ANM Certificate Course completion from a recognized institution is mandatory.
The administration has kept the entry barrier remarkably low to encourage widespread participation.
General/OBC Candidates: A nominal fee of ₹25.
Exempted Categories: Female candidates, ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are exempted from paying any application fee.
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Can male candidates apply?
Ans: No, this post is exclusively for eligible female candidates.
Is there negative marking?
Ans: Yes, each wrong answer results in a 0.25 mark deduction.
What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The portal closes at midnight on May 6, 2026.
Where will the exam be held?
Ans: The Computer Based Test will take place only in Sri Vijaya Puram.
I am an ST candidate from Delhi; can I claim reservation?
Ans: No, only local ST candidates of the A&N Islands are eligible for reservation; others are treated as Unreserved.
What if my photo is blurry?
Ans: A poor-quality photo can lead to your admission being prohibited at the exam hall.
Is the ANM certificate mandatory?
Ans: Yes, a valid ANM training certificate from a recognized institute is an essential qualification.
Can I apply if I am currently a central government employee?
Ans: Yes, but you must upload an NOC or intimation to your department.
Will I get a travel allowance for the exam?
Ans: No, no TA/DA will be paid for attending the exam or document verification.
What is the tie-breaking rule?
Ans: Preference is given first to those with 100 days of Covid-related duties (March 2021–Dec 2022), then to the older candidate.