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

  1. GDS: selection is usually on merit of class 10 marks, followed by document verification
  2. 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

  1. Read the notification of your postal circle
  2. For GDS check your class 10 marks against the cut-offs of earlier merit lists
  3. For exam-based posts practise arithmetic, general knowledge and reasoning
  4. Keep local-language and computer certificates ready
  5. 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.

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