India Post GDS, Postman & MTS Exam Preparation
India Post recruits circle by circle. Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts are usually filled on merit of class 10 marks, while other postal posts have written exams.
Who can usually apply
- Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS): usually class 10 pass with maths and English, and the local language, plus the skills the notice names
- Postman, mail guard and MTS: class 10 or 12 pass as per the notice
- Postal Assistant and Sorting Assistant: class 12 pass or graduate as per the notice
How selection usually works
- GDS: selection is usually on merit of class 10 marks, followed by document verification
- Postman, MTS, PA and SA: a written test (and for some posts a computer or typing test), then document verification
Subjects to cover
- For exam-based posts: general knowledge, arithmetic, English, reasoning
- Basic computer knowledge
- The local language (where the post requires it)
How to prepare
- Read the notification of your postal circle
- For GDS check your class 10 marks against the cut-offs of earlier merit lists
- For exam-based posts practise arithmetic, general knowledge and reasoning
- Keep local-language and computer certificates ready
- Apply only on the official India Post recruitment website
Official websites
Exam patterns, age limits and dates change from year to year. Treat this page as a starting point and always read the official notification before you apply.
Books & study material for this exam
Preparing for this job? These are the kind of books and items aspirants look for.
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