Vacancies: 19 · Posts: 7 designations · Type: Central Govt (Department of Posts) · Direct Recruitment (Group-C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) · Mode: Offline (Speed Post) · Fee: Not mentioned · Apply: By 30 November 2026 · Salary: ₹19,900–63,200 (Level 2) · Selection: Competitive Trade Test · Location: Kolkata
The Department of Posts has issued a corrigendum dated 29 October 2026 to its 19 May 2020 notification for Skilled Artisans/Tradesmen in Mail Motor Services (MMS), Kolkata. The MMS Kolkata Skilled Artisan Corrigendum 2026 (PDF) invites applications for 19 Group-C posts relating to vacancies of 2015-16, 2016-17 and 2017-18.
MMS Kolkata handles vehicle maintenance and related trades under the West Bengal Circle of India Post. Posts cover MV Mechanic, MV Electrician, Tyreman, Blacksmith, Painter, Upholsterer and Carpenter & Joiner. Not to be confused with the Mail Motor Service Bengaluru Skilled Artisan (Ordinary Grade) vacancies notified in June 2026.
Eligible Indian citizens may apply by Speed Post to the Senior Manager, Mail Motor Services, 139 Beleghata Road, Kolkata-700015, so that applications reach on or before 30 November 2026 up to 17:00 hrs. Previous applications from the 2018 and 2020 notifications will be considered; fresh applications stating choices as per this corrigendum are preferable.
⚠️ Application Alerts: check these before you submit the form.
- 🔄 Corrigendum dated 29 October 2026: previous applications from 08 August 2018 and 19 May 2020 notifications will be considered; fresh applications mentioning choices as per this corrigendum are preferable. Multiple applications from the same candidate — only the latest is considered.
- Separate application and envelope for each trade; one application covering more than one trade will be rejected.
- Age is reckoned as on 01 July 2018 (not the application date). Under-age or over-age candidates are rejected.
- 🎯 Two of the eight MV Mechanic vacancies are earmarked for Ex-Servicemen (horizontal reservation, adjusted against the communal reservation of the selected candidate’s category).
📋 Official Source Chain: where the facts in this article were confirmed.
- Official notice: Corrigendum Notification No. MMG/36/Sk. Artisan/DR/II/95, dated 29 October 2026 — MMS Kolkata Skilled Artisan Corrigendum 2026 (PDF)
- Official application route: Offline by Speed Post only to the Senior Manager, Mail Motor Services, 139 Beleghata Road, Kolkata-700015; no online portal.
- Official updates page: India Post Vacancies
- Last checked: 30 October 2026, 11:10 AM IST
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Who Should Apply? (Quick Eligibility Check)
- Certificate in the relevant trade from a Technical Institution recognised by the Government, or VIII Standard passed with one year's experience in the relevant trade → Skilled Artisans/Tradesmen (all trades) – 19 posts
- Valid Driving Licence (HMV) (additional, for MV Mechanic only) → MV Mechanic – 8 posts
- Ex-Servicemen with the required trade experience (Motor Vehicle Mechanic trade for the horizontal seats) may apply against the two earmarked MV Mechanic vacancies.
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Date (Corrigendum) | 29 October 2026 | Completed |
| Application Start | Not separately stated | — |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2026 (up to 17:00 hrs) | Open now |
| Trade Test | To be notified with Hall Permits | To be notified |
Quick Overview – India Post Skilled Artisan Recruitment 2026
- Organisation: Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India (India Post / MMS Kolkata)
- Sector: Central Government
- Recruitment / Exam Name: Skilled Artisans/Tradesmen, MMS Kolkata (Corrigendum)
- Notification / Advertisement No.: MMG/36/Sk. Artisan/DR/II/95
- Post(s): Skilled Artisans/Tradesmen (MV Mechanic, MV Electrician, Tyreman, Blacksmith, Painter, Upholsterer, Carpenter & Joiner)
- Total Vacancies: 19 (7 designations)
- Job Location: Mail Motor Services, Kolkata (West Bengal Circle)
- Job Type / Nature: Central Govt (Department of Posts) · Direct Recruitment (Group-C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial; probation one year)
- Salary: ₹19,900–63,200 (Level 2 in the pay matrix as per 7th CPC) + admissible allowances
- Apply Between: By 30 November 2026 (up to 17:00 hrs)
- Notification PDF: MMS Kolkata Skilled Artisan Corrigendum 2026 (PDF)
- Send Application To: The Senior Manager, Mail Motor Services, 139, Beleghata Road, Kolkata-700015 (Speed Post only)
- Official Portal: India Post Vacancies
What Posts Are Available? – India Post Skilled Artisan Vacancy 2026
Of the 19 posts, MV Mechanic holds 8 (about 42%). The remaining six trades together hold 11 posts, with four trades having only one seat each. Two MV Mechanic seats are horizontally earmarked for Ex-Servicemen.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit (UR) | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skilled Artisan/Tradesman – MV Mechanic | 8* | 18–30 (as on 01.07.2018) | Level 2 (₹19,900–63,200) |
| Skilled Artisan/Tradesman – MV Electrician | 4 | 18–30 (as on 01.07.2018) | Level 2 (₹19,900–63,200) |
| Skilled Artisan/Tradesman – Tyreman | 2 | 18–30 (as on 01.07.2018) | Level 2 (₹19,900–63,200) |
| Skilled Artisan/Tradesman – Blacksmith | 2 | 18–30 (as on 01.07.2018) | Level 2 (₹19,900–63,200) |
| Skilled Artisan/Tradesman – Painter | 1 | 18–30 (as on 01.07.2018) | Level 2 (₹19,900–63,200) |
| Skilled Artisan/Tradesman – Upholsterer | 1 | 18–30 (as on 01.07.2018) | Level 2 (₹19,900–63,200) |
| Skilled Artisan/Tradesman – Carpenter & Joiner | 1 | 18–30 (as on 01.07.2018) | Level 2 (₹19,900–63,200) |
*Two of the eight MV Mechanic vacancies are earmarked for Ex-Servicemen and will be adjusted horizontally against communal reservation.
Category-wise Vacancies
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | Total | Horizontal (ESM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MV Mechanic | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 2 |
| MV Electrician | 2 | 1 | 1 | – | 4 | – |
| Tyreman | 1 | 1 | – | – | 2 | – |
| Blacksmith | 1 | – | 1 | – | 2 | – |
| Painter | 1 | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| Upholsterer | 1 | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| Carpenter & Joiner | – | 1 | – | – | 1 | – |
| Total | 10 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 19 | 2 |
Who Is Eligible for India Post Skilled Artisan 2026? – Education, Age & Domicile
Nationality, Domicile & Basic Requirements
- Nationality: Eligible Indian citizens
- Domicile / local condition: The notice does not state a domicile condition.
Educational Qualification
A certificate in the relevant trade from any Technical Institution recognised by the Government, or VIII Standard passed with experience of one year in the relevant trade.
For the trade of M.V. Mechanic, the candidate must possess a valid Driving Licence (HMV) to drive any vehicle in service in order to test it.
- Qualification must be held by: Not stated in the notice beyond the age reckoning date and the requirement of requisite qualifications at application.
What Is the Age Limit? (as on 01 July 2018)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 18 | 30 | — |
| OBC (NCL) | 18 | 33 | +3 years (for reserved posts) |
| SC / ST | 18 | 35 | +5 years (for reserved posts) |
| Central Government servant | — | 40 | Up to 40 years as per Central Government instructions |
| Ex-Servicemen | — | 33 (UR); higher for SC/ST/OBC | Up to a maximum of 3 years for UR [08 (3+5) for SC & ST and 06 (3+3) for OBC] after deduction of military service (Motor Vehicle Mechanic trade) rendered from actual age |
Relaxation is provided as above to SC/ST/OBC (NCL) candidates in respect of vacancies reserved for them.
Examples:
- ✅ A 29-year-old UR candidate born on 1 January 1989 — eligible (as on 01 July 2018).
- ❌ A 31-year-old UR candidate born on 1 January 1987 — not eligible (one full year over the limit).
Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.
Additional Requirements
- Valid HMV Driving Licence for MV Mechanic applicants.
- One-year trade experience certificate indicating name and full postal address of the organisation (on letterhead).
Reservation & PwBD Suitability
- Reservation: Vertical: UR 10, OBC 4, SC 4, ST 1. Horizontal: Two MV Mechanic vacancies earmarked for Ex-Servicemen, filled from any category and adjusted horizontally against communal reservation.
- PwBD: Not mentioned in the notification.
What Is the Salary? – Pay Scale & Benefits
Scale of Pay: ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 (Level 2 in the pay matrix as per 7th CPC) + admissible allowances. Probation period: one year.
Indicative in-hand estimate for Level 2 starting basic (₹19,900) in Kolkata (X-class city): approximately ₹28,500–30,000 per month after NPS (basic ₹19,900 + DA 63% + HRA 30% + TA, minus NPS 10% of basic+DA). This is indicative only; actual pay follows the notification and current rules. DA rate confirmed as 63% of basic pay with effect from 1 July 2026 (Department of Expenditure OM dated 29 October 2026).
This calculator gives an indicative estimate; the official method in the notification prevails. Use our 7th CPC Salary Calculator.
What Is the Application Fee?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
How to Apply? (Step-by-Step)
- Prepare the application on plain paper in the prescribed format given in the notification (one recent passport-size photograph affixed and self-attested; another self-attested copy attached).
- Attach self-attested photocopies of: age proof, address proof, Indian citizenship proof, educational qualification, technical qualification (ITI/etc.), HMV Driving Licence/Licence Extract (MV Mechanic only), one-year trade experience certificate with full postal address of organisation, and SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/ESM certificate in the prescribed format (where applicable).
- Sign the application. For multiple trades, submit separate applications in separate envelopes.
- Superscribe the trade applied for on the envelope and send by Speed Post only to: The Senior Manager, Mail Motor Services, 139, Beleghata Road, Kolkata-700015, so that it reaches on or before 30 November 2026 by 17:00 hrs.
- Keep the Speed Post receipt. Do not send original certificates.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Sending by courier or ordinary post instead of Speed Post.
- Putting more than one trade in a single application.
- Experience certificate without the full postal address of the organisation.
- Calculating age as on the application date instead of 01 July 2018.
- Omitting the self-attestation on photocopies or the second photograph.
What Rules Get Your Application Rejected?
| Rule | What the notice says | Clause |
|---|---|---|
| Courier or other mode | Application sent by courier or any other transmission (except speed post) will not be entertained/considered | 4. v.a |
| Unsigned / no self-attestation | Unsigned application / without self-attested documents | 4. v.b |
| No community certificate | Without valid community certificate | 4. v.c |
| Qualification/experience | Not possessing the requisite qualification/relevant experience on the letterhead of the firm without full address details | 4. v.d |
| Multiple trades | Application for more than one trade in a single application | 4. v.e |
| Age | Under-aged / over-aged candidates | 4. v.f |
| HMV licence | HMV License attested copies in r/o MV Mechanic trade only (missing) | 4. v.g |
| Incomplete/late | Incomplete or application received after due date | 4. v.h |
| Missing info/attachments | Applications without required information/attachments/community certificate ... summarily rejected | 4. v.i |
| Damaged | Mutilated or damaged applications/documents etc. | 4. v.j |
| Experience address | Experience certificate without full postal address | 4. v.k |
| Wrong address | Wrongly addressed applications either on application or on envelope | 4. v.l |
| Incomplete / no self-attestation | Applications without complete information or without self-attested copies of certificates ... rejected straightaway | 4.v.m |
| Multiple applications | Only the latest application would be considered | Note b |
MMS Kolkata Skilled Artisan নিয়োগ 2026 – 19 শূন্যপদ
মেইল মোটর সার্ভিসেস (MMS), কলকাতা, ভারতীয় ডাক বিভাগ ১৯টি স্কিলড আর্টিসান/ট্রেডসম্যান পদের জন্য আবেদন চাইছে। শেষ তারিখ ৩০ নভেম্বর ২০২৬, সন্ধ্যা ৫টা পর্যন্ত।
কে আবেদন করতে পারে?
সংশ্লিষ্ট ট্রেডে সরকারি স্বীকৃত প্রতিষ্ঠান থেকে সার্টিফিকেট, অথবা অষ্টম শ্রেণি পাস + এক বছরের অভিজ্ঞতা। MV Mechanic-এর জন্য বৈধ HMV ড্রাইভিং লাইসেন্স বাধ্যতামূলক।
আবেদন কীভাবে করবেন?
শুধু স্পিড পোস্টে পাঠাতে হবে: The Senior Manager, Mail Motor Services, 139, Beleghata Road, Kolkata-700015। প্রতিটি ট্রেডের জন্য আলাদা আবেদন।
বেতন ও নির্বাচন কীভাবে হবে?
লেভেল ২ (₹১৯,৯০০–৬৩,২০০) + ভাতা। নির্বাচন প্রতিযোগিতামূলক ট্রেড টেস্টের মাধ্যমে।
অফিসিয়াল ওয়েবসাইট: indiapost.gov.in
How Are Candidates Selected?
- Scrutiny of applications as per eligibility criteria.
- Competitive Trade Test on the basis of the syllabus for the respective trade (date, venue and duration informed with Hall Permits to eligible candidates).
- Final selection on the basis of qualification, experience, vacancy for particular community and Skill test.
No interview stage is mentioned. No TA-DA will be paid for the test. Merely possessing the minimum qualification does not give a right to be called for the trade test.
The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst's Take – Is This Recruitment for You?
This corrigendum reopens 19 Group-C posts from older vacancy years with a firm 30 November 2026 receipt deadline and an age cut-off fixed as on 01 July 2018. Eight of the 19 seats (roughly 42%) are for MV Mechanic, of which two are horizontally reserved for Ex-Servicemen. The remaining seats are single-digit across six other trades. Selection rests entirely on a Competitive Trade Test whose syllabus, date and venue will be told only after shortlisting; there is no written exam or interview printed.
Best fit: Candidates who already hold an ITI certificate or VIII pass + one year documented experience in one of the listed trades and, for MV Mechanic, a valid HMV licence, and who can meet the 2018 age limit.
Skip if you do not have the trade certificate or the exact one-year experience letter with full organisation address, or if your age as on 01 July 2018 exceeds the limit for your category.
Practical tip: Prepare separate Speed Post envelopes for each trade you want to try and write the trade name clearly on the envelope; one combined application is rejected.
What Documents Are Required?
At Application
- Age proof (Birth certificate / Class 10th certificate / School leaving certificate etc.)
- Address proof
- Indian citizenship proof (Passport / Birth certificate / Voter ID / Domicile / Permanent Residential Certificate or any certificate issued by State/Central Government)
- Educational qualification
- Technical qualification (ITI/etc.)
- HMV Driving Licence / Licence Extract (MV Mechanic only)
- One-year trade experience certificate indicating name and full postal address of the organisation
- SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/ESM certificate issued by competent authority in the prescribed format (where applicable)
- Two self-attested recent passport-size photographs (one pasted on the form, one attached)
What Are the Service Conditions?
- Probation period of one year.
- Posts are General Central Service, Group-C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial.
- Vacancies are subject to change; the issuing authority reserves the right to modify or cancel the notification without assigning any reason.
- No TA-DA for the trade test.
What Happens After Selection?
- Trade test result and selection on qualification, experience, community vacancy and skill test.
- Document verification and appointment formalities (not detailed beyond the probation period).
- Probation of one year.
✅ Confirmed: probation of one year. ❓ Not specified: exact joining process, medical standards or bond.
General Instructions & Important Rules
- In case of any discrepancy, the English version of the notification shall be treated as final.
- The corrigendum is being issued in compliance with various orders issued by the Hon’ble CAT.
- Original certificates should not be sent with the application; only attested copies.
- No correspondence of any nature will be entertained.
- Applications must be signed by the candidate.
Contact & Helpline
The 29 October 2026 advertisement does not print a recruitment helpline or email. Check the India Post Vacancies page for updates.
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Important Links – India Post Skilled Artisan Notification 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF | MMS Kolkata Skilled Artisan Corrigendum 2026 (PDF) |
| Official Recruitment Page | India Post Vacancies |
FAQs – India Post Skilled Artisan 2026
What is the last date to apply for India Post Skilled Artisan 2026?
30 November 2026, up to 17:00 hrs. Applications must reach by Speed Post by that time. No extension has been announced as of 30 October 2026.
What is the age limit for India Post Skilled Artisan?
18 to 30 years as on 01 July 2018 for UR. SC/ST +5 years, OBC (NCL) +3 years (for reserved posts). Age is calculated as on 01 July 2018.
Is there an exam for India Post Skilled Artisan, or is it interview-based?
Competitive Trade Test on the syllabus for the respective trade. No interview stage is mentioned. Syllabus, date and venue will be informed with Hall Permits.
What is the salary for Skilled Artisan posts in this recruitment?
₹19,900 to ₹63,200 (Level 2 in the 7th CPC pay matrix) + admissible allowances. Probation is one year.
Can final-year students apply for this recruitment?
The notice requires the certificate or the VIII pass + one year of experience at the time of application. Final-year students without the completed qualification or experience certificate are not eligible, according to the printed wording.
Is this Skilled Artisan post a permanent government job?
The posts are advertised as General Central Service, Group-C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial with a one-year probation. The notice does not use the word “permanent”.
Can candidates from outside West Bengal apply?
Yes. The notice invites applications from eligible Indian citizens and does not state a domicile condition.
Where will selected candidates be posted?
Mail Motor Services, Kolkata.
Before You Apply: Quick Self-Check
- You meet the age condition as on 01 July 2018 and qualify.
- You meet the condition that decides this recruitment: relevant trade certificate or VIII + 1 year experience (plus HMV licence for MV Mechanic).
- You can produce every document and certificate the notice requires.
- You are ready for the selection stage that applies to your post: Competitive Trade Test.
- You accept the posting terms: MMS Kolkata.
📄 Primary source: Corrigendum Notification No. MMG/36/Sk. Artisan/DR/II/95, O/o the Senior Manager, Mail Motor Services, Kolkata, dated 29 October 2026 (linked under Important Links). The recruitment facts above come from that notice; tips and estimates are labelled where they appear.
