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India Post Driver Tamil Nadu Recruitment 2026 – 24 Posts
RecruitmentOpenUpdated: 30 Oct 2026

India Post Driver Tamil Nadu Recruitment 2026 – 24 Posts

India Post, Department of Posts Vacancies

Notice Date29 Oct 2026
Last Date to Apply30 Nov 2026(Last Date)

1. Overview

The Department of Posts has released the India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 notification for 24 Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) vacancies in Tamil Nadu Circle. Candidates who have passed Class 10 and hold valid LMV and HMV driving licences with the required driving experience can apply. The selection process includes a written examination and practical driving test. Eligible candidates must submit their applications offline through Speed Post by 30 November 2026.

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2. India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 – Overview

India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 – Overview
ParticularsDetails
OrganizationDepartment of Posts, Ministry of Communications
Recruitment NameIndia Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026
Post NameStaff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade)
Postal CircleTamil Nadu
Total Vacancies24
Job CategoryCentral Government Job
GroupGroup C
Pay LevelLevel 2
Pay Scale₹19,900–₹63,200
QualificationClass 10 Pass
Application ModeOffline
Selection ProcessWritten Examination and Practical Test
Last Date30 November 2026
Official Websitehttps://www.indiapost.gov.in/

3. Important Dates

Important Dates
EventDate
Notification Date29 October 2026
Application Starting DateNot specified in the notification
Last Date to Apply30 November 2026
Last Time for Receipt5:00 PM
Examination DateTo be announced
Admit CardTo be announced
ResultTo be announced
Candidates should submit their applications before the closing date. Applications received after 5:00 PM on 30 November 2026 will not be considered.

4. Application Fee

Application Fee
CategoryApplication Fee
General / UR₹100
OBC₹100
EWS₹100
SCExempted
STExempted
Female CandidatesExempted
Payment Mode: Candidates required to pay the fee must use the prescribed e-payment facility at a computerized post office.
  • E-Biller Name: Senior Manager, MMS Chennai, CPMG Tamil Nadu Circle
  • E-Biller ID: 7000099022
  • Attach the original e-payment receipt with the application.
  • The application fee is non-refundable.
  • Payment through any other mode will not be accepted.

5. Age Limit

The age limit is calculated as on 30 November 2026.
Age Limit
CategoryAge Limit
General / EWS18–27 years
OBC18–30 years
SC / ST18–32 years
Central Government EmployeesRelaxation as per applicable rules
Ex-ServicemenRelaxation as per Government rules
Age relaxation is subject to the conditions mentioned in the official notification.

6. Vacancy Details

A total of 24 Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) posts have been announced.
Vacancy Details
CategoryVacancies
General / UR13
SC03
ST00
OBC07
EWS01
Total24
The notification also provides for horizontal reservation for Ex-Servicemen (Ex-SM), as applicable.

7. Educational Qualification and Eligibility

Candidates must fulfil the following eligibility requirements:
  1. Educational Qualification: Must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized Board or Institution.
  2. Driving Licence: Must possess a valid driving licence for both Light Motor Vehicles (LMV) and Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMV).
  3. Driving Experience: Must have at least 3 years of experience in driving light and heavy motor vehicles.
  4. Motor Mechanism Knowledge: Must have knowledge of motor mechanisms and be capable of carrying out minor repairs to vehicles.
Desirable Qualification: Three years of service as a Home Guard or Civil Volunteer is desirable.
Candidates should carefully check the licence and experience requirements before applying.

8. Salary Details

Selected candidates will receive salary under Level 2 of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
Salary Details
ParticularsDetails
Pay LevelLevel 2
Pay Scale₹19,900–₹63,200
Additional BenefitsApplicable Government allowances
The appointment will be subject to the applicable Department of Posts service rules. The notification specifies a probation period of two years.

9. Selection Process

The selection process consists of two stages:
  1. Stage I – Written Examination (Theory Test)
  2. Stage II – Practical Examination (Motor Mechanism and Driving Skills)
Candidates who qualify in the written examination will be eligible for the practical examination, subject to the conditions in the notification.

10. Stage I – Written Examination

Stage I – Written Examination
SubjectQuestionsMarks
General Knowledge2020
General Intelligence and Reasoning1515
Simple Arithmetic1515
Road Knowledge, Traffic Rules, Signals and Vehicle Maintenance3030
Total8080
  • Total Questions: 80
  • Maximum Marks: 80
  • Examination Duration: 90 minutes

11. Stage II – Practical Examination

Stage II – Practical Examination
PaperSubjectMarksDuration
Paper IMotor Mechanism and Minor Repairs1020 minutes
Paper IIHeavy Motor Vehicle Driving1020 minutes
Total—2040 minutes
The practical examination assesses candidates on:
  • Identifying vehicle defects.
  • Carrying out minor vehicle repairs.
  • Changing wheels and checking tyre pressure.
  • Driving a Heavy Motor Vehicle.
  • Knowledge of clutch, accelerator and gears.
  • Vehicle control and steering.
  • Reversing a vehicle.

12. Final Merit List

The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in both examination stages, subject to qualifying the practical test and the applicable recruitment conditions.

13. How to Apply for India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the offline mode.
Step 1: Visit the official India Post website: https://www.indiapost.gov.in/
Step 2: Open the recruitment section and download the Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 notification.
Step 3: Download and print the prescribed application form included in the notification.
Step 4: Fill in all required details correctly. The prescribed form allows the candidate to provide personal information, category, educational qualification and driving licence and experience details.
Step 5: Paste the recent passport-size photograph in the designated space and complete the required signature.
Step 6: Pay the applicable application fee through the prescribed e-payment facility at a computerized post office.
Step 7: Attach the required self-attested documents and original payment receipt, wherever applicable.
Step 8: Send the completed application through Speed Post only to the address mentioned in the official notification.
Last Date: 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Candidates should retain the Speed Post receipt for future reference.

14. Documents Required

Candidates should prepare the following documents:
  1. Class 10 certificate or date of birth proof.
  2. Educational qualification certificate.
  3. Valid LMV driving licence.
  4. Valid HMV driving licence.
  5. Driving experience certificate.
  6. Caste certificate, if applicable.
  7. EWS certificate, if applicable.
  8. Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable.
  9. Recent passport-size photographs.
  10. Original application fee receipt, if applicable.
Attach self-attested photocopies wherever required. Follow the document instructions in the official application form.

15. Important Instructions

  • Apply only in the prescribed application format.
  • Complete all mandatory fields in the application form.
  • Ensure that both LMV and HMV driving licences are valid.
  • Provide the required driving experience details.
  • Attach the original fee receipt if payment is applicable.
  • Send the application through Speed Post only.
  • Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline may be rejected.
  • Keep the postal receipt for reference.

17. Frequently Asked Questions

There are 24 vacancies for Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade).

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