Vacancies: 24 · Posts: 1 designation(s) · Type: Central Govt (Ministry of Communications, Department of Posts) · Regular · Mode: Offline (Speed Post) · Fee: ₹100 (General/OBC/EWS) / Nil (Women/SC/ST) · Apply: By 30 November 2026 (5:00 PM) · Salary: Level 2, ₹19,900–₹63,200 + allowances · Selection: Theory Test + Practical Test · Location: Tamil Nadu Circle
The Office of the Senior Manager, Mail Motor Service, Chennai, Department of Posts (Ministry of Communications), has invited applications for 24 Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) posts in Tamil Nadu Circle. These are General Central Service, Group-C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial posts on Level 2 of the 7th CPC pay matrix. Selection is by a two-stage examination (theory and practical). The India Post Staff Car Driver Ordinary Grade Notice 2026 (PDF) is dated 29 October 2026.
India Post Staff Car Driver Bharti 2026 covers 24 posts across units in Tamil Nadu Circle (Tiruchirappalli, MMS Chennai, Madurai, Salem West and MMS Coimbatore). Vacancies are distributed by region and unit with category breakup; two seats are earmarked for Ex-servicemen (adjusted horizontally), and one is a backlog vacancy at MMS Coimbatore. The department handles mail motor services and related transport operations under the central government.
Applications must reach the Senior Manager (Group-A), Mail Motor Service, No. 37, Greams Road, Chennai – 600 006 by Speed Post only on or before 30 November 2026 by 5:00 PM. No online form is used. Check the India Post vacancies page for any updates.
⚠️ Application Alerts: check these before you submit the form.
- Applications must be sent by Speed Post only; any other mode is rejected.
- The fee of ₹100 must be paid only via the printed e-biller (ID 1000099022) at a computerised post office; other modes lead to summary rejection, and the original receipt must be pasted on the form.
- Two recent photographs are required (one affixed and both self-attested); missing self-attestation is a rejection ground.
- Experience certificate must show separate LMV and HMV periods within licence validity, with full address, door number, PIN and issuing officer details; incomplete certificates are rejected.
- 🎯 2 vacancies are earmarked for Ex-servicemen and will be adjusted horizontally against the category of the selected candidate.
- 🎯 1 backlog vacancy is included in the MMS Coimbatore count.
📋 Official Source Chain: where the facts in this article were confirmed.
- Official notice: Notification No. MSE/B9/XVI/2022-2023, dated 29 October 2026 — India Post Staff Car Driver Ordinary Grade Notice 2026 (PDF)
- Official application route: Offline application in the prescribed format, fee by e-payment challan at any computerised post office, hard copy by Speed Post only to the printed Chennai address.
- Official updates page: India Post Vacancies
- Last checked: 31 October 2026, 2:38 PM IST
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Who Should Apply? (Quick Eligibility Check)
10th pass + valid driving licence for light and heavy motor vehicles + at least three years’ experience of driving light and heavy motor vehicles + knowledge of motor mechanisms (able to remove minor defects) → Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) 24 – 24 posts
Desirable (not required): three years’ service as Home Guard or Civil Volunteer. Age, nationality and document rules are in Who Is Eligible.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 29 October 2026 |
| Application Start | 29 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 30 November 2026 |
| Admit Card / Call Letter | To be notified |
| Theory Test / Practical Test Date | To be notified |
Quick Overview – India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026
- Organisation: Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India (India Post)
- Sector: Central Government
- Recruitment / Exam Name: Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) Recruitment
- Notification / Advertisement No.: MSE/B9/XVI/2022-2023
- Post(s): Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade)
- Total Vacancies: 24
- Job Location: Tamil Nadu Circle (units at Tiruchirappalli, MMS Chennai, MMS Madurai, RO Madurai, Salem West, MMS Coimbatore)
- Job Type / Nature: Central Govt (Ministry of Communications, Department of Posts) · Regular
- Salary: Level 2 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC, ₹19,900–₹63,200 + admissible allowances
- Apply Between: 29 October 2026 to 30 November 2026 (by 5:00 PM)
- Notification PDF: India Post Staff Car Driver Ordinary Grade Notice 2026 (PDF)
- Send Application To: The Senior Manager (Group-A), Mail Motor Service, No. 37, Greams Road, Chennai – 600 006 (by Speed Post only)
- Official Portal: India Post Vacancies
What Posts Are Available? – India Post Staff Car Driver Vacancy 2026
All 24 vacancies are for the single designation Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade). Most seats (15) are at MMS Chennai; the rest are single-digit or single-seat across other units. Two seats are for Ex-servicemen (horizontal), and one is a backlog at MMS Coimbatore. Numbers are subject to change; the issuing authority may modify or cancel the notification.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit (UR) | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) | 24 | 18–27 years | Level 2, ₹19,900–₹63,200 + allowances |
Category-wise Vacancies
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total | ESM (horizontal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) | 13 | 1 | 7 | 3 | – | 24 | 2 |
Region / Unit-wise Vacancies
| Region | Unit | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | ESM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central | Tiruchirappalli | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
| MMS | MMS, Chennai | 15 | 7 | 2 | – | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| Southern | MMS Madurai | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
| Southern | RO, Madurai | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
| Western | Salem West | 3 | 2 | – | – | 1 | – | – |
| Western | MMS, Coimbatore | 3 (incl. 1 backlog) | 1 | 1 | – | 1 | – | – |
| Total | 24 | 13 | 3 | – | 7 | 1 | 2 |
Who Is Eligible for India Post Staff Car Driver 2026? – Education, Age & Domicile
Nationality, Domicile & Basic Requirements
- Nationality: Eligible Indian Citizens
- Domicile / local condition: The notice does not state a domicile or residence condition.
Educational Qualification
- Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade): Possession of a valid driving licence for light and heavy motor vehicles; knowledge of motor mechanisms (the candidate should be able to remove minor defects in the vehicle); experience of driving light and heavy motor vehicles for at least three years; pass in 10th Standard from a recognised Board or Institute.
- Desirable: Three years’ service as Home Guard or Civil Volunteers.
- Qualification must be held by: Not stated separately; age and qualifications are reckoned with reference to the closing date of 30 November 2026 for age.
What Is the Age Limit? (as on 30 November 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 18 | 27 | — |
| OBC | 18 | 30 | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 18 | 32 | +5 years |
| Government Servants | — | 40 | Up to 40 years in accordance with Central Government instructions |
| Ex-Servicemen | — | 30 (adjusted) | Maximum of 3 years [8 (3+5) for SC/ST and 6 (3+3) for OBC] after deduction of military service rendered from actual age |
Examples:
- ✅ A 26-year-old UR candidate born on 1 January 2000 — eligible (as on 30 November 2026).
- ❌ A 28-year-old UR candidate born on 1 January 1998 — not eligible (one full year over the limit).
Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.
Reservation & PwBD Suitability
- Reservation: Vertical reservation as printed (UR 13, EWS 1, OBC 7, SC 3, ST nil). Ex-servicemen vacancies (2) will be filled from any category and then adjusted horizontally against the respective category (UR/EWS/SC/ST/OBC) of the selected candidate. One backlog vacancy is included in the MMS Coimbatore total.
- PwBD: Not mentioned in the notification for this recruitment.
What Is the Salary? – Pay Scale & Benefits
Scale of pay for Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) is ₹19,900–₹63,200 (Level 2 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC) plus admissible allowances. The period of probation is 2 years. No further breakup of allowances or in-hand estimate is printed.
This calculator gives an indicative estimate; the official method in the notification prevails. Use our 7th CPC Salary Calculator.
What Is the Application Fee?
| Category | Application Fee | Other Printed Charges | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 | — | ₹100 |
| Women / SC / ST | Nil | — | Nil |
Payment mode: Through e-payment in the nature of e-biller (E-Biller Name — Senior Manager, MMS Chennai, CPMG Tamil Nadu Circle, E-Biller ID 1000099022) at any computerised post office in India using the Challan Form by 30 November 2026. Fee once paid shall not be refunded. Fee paid through other mode will not be accepted, and such application will be summarily rejected. Original receipt generated by the post office must be pasted on the application form.
How to Apply? (Step-by-Step)
- Download the application format from the India Post Staff Car Driver Ordinary Grade Notice 2026 (PDF) (submit by 30 November 2026).
- Fill the prescribed format in Hindi, English or Tamil without corrections and sign it. Affix one recent passport-size photograph (self-attested) and enclose a second recent photograph (also self-attested). Pay the fee (if applicable) and paste the original post office receipt. Attach self-attested photocopies of age proof, 10th certificate, community/EWS certificate (as applicable), valid LMV & HMV driving licence (with first-issue and expiry dates or extract), experience certificate (with separate LMV/HMV periods, full address, door number, PIN and issuing officer details), and Ex-servicemen service/trade proof if claimed.
- Write “Application for Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) – Tamil Nadu Circle” on the envelope (suggested).
- Send it by Speed Post only to The Senior Manager (Group-A), Mail Motor Service, No. 37, Greams Road, Chennai – 600 006 so that it reaches by 30 November 2026 by 5:00 PM.
- Keep the postal receipt or tracking number.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Sending by ordinary post, courier or any mode other than Speed Post.
- Pasting a fee receipt that is not the original generated by the post office, or paying through a mode other than the printed e-biller.
- Experience certificate that does not clearly separate LMV and HMV periods or lacks full address/PIN/designation.
- Submitting without both photographs self-attested, or with corrections on the form.
- Applying without a valid LMV and HMV licence whose validity covers the claimed experience period.
What Can Get Your Application Rejected?
| Rule | What the notice says | Clause |
|---|---|---|
| Not sent by Speed Post | The application not received through Speed Post | 10(a) |
| Incomplete or wrong format | Unsigned / Incomplete / not prescribed format application/application received after due date / Mutilated or damaged applications/documents etc. | 10(b) |
| Photographs not self-attested | Two recent photographs without self-attestation | 10(c) |
| Fee not paid as instructed | Without payment of Application fee as per instructions vide 9(c) | 10(d) |
| Missing community certificate | Without copy of valid community certificate issued by competent authority in respect of reserved post (SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer) | 10(e) |
| Invalid EWS certificate | Invalid EWS Certificate not in prescribed format if applied for EWS | 10(f) |
| Missing required qualification | Not possessing the requisite qualification as mentioned in 7(b) | 10(g) |
| Documents not self-attested | Without proper self-attested copies of certificates/documents | 10(h) |
| Age outside limit | Under-aged / over-aged candidates | 10(i) |
| Invalid experience certificate | Experience certificate from non-recognised institutions without Door No., full address & pincode and not as per instruction vide 9(f)(vi) | 10(j) |
| Invalid or incomplete licence | Invalid Licence (or) Licence (or) Extract of licence without full details | 10(k) |
| Incomplete ESM documents | No designated driver trade in army / no Service certificate / inappropriate ESM certificate | 10(l) |
| Late receipt | Application received after the last date ... will not be considered | 10 / last date clause |
India Post Staff Car Driver வேலைவாய்ப்பு 2026 – 24 காலிப்பணியிடங்கள்
இந்திய அஞ்சல் துறை (மெயில் மோட்டார் சர்வீஸ், சென்னை) தமிழ்நாடு வட்டத்தில் 24 ஸ்டாப் கார் டிரைவர் (ஆர்டினரி கிரேடு) பதவிகளுக்கு விண்ணப்பங்களை அழைத்துள்ளது. கடைசி தேதி 30 நவம்பர் 2026 மாலை 5:00 மணி வரை ஸ்பீட் போஸ்ட் மூலம் மட்டும். 10ஆம் வகுப்பு + செல்லுபடியாகும் LMV மற்றும் HMV லைசென்ஸ் + குறைந்தது 3 ஆண்டுகள் டிரைவிங் அனுபவம் தேவை. சம்பளம் லெவல் 2 (₹19,900–₹63,200) + அலவன்ஸ்கள். தேர்வு தியரி மற்றும் பிராக்டிகல் டெஸ்ட் மூலம்.
கடைசி தேதி எப்போது? 30 நவம்பர் 2026 மாலை 5:00 மணிக்குள் சென்னை மெயில் மோட்டார் சர்வீஸ் அலுவலகத்தை ஸ்பீட் போஸ்ட் மூலம் விண்ணப்பம் அடைய வேண்டும்.
யார் விண்ணப்பிக்கலாம்? 10ஆம் வகுப்பு தேர்ச்சி, செல்லுபடியாகும் லைட் மற்றும் ஹெவி மோட்டார் வாகன லைசென்ஸ், குறைந்தது 3 ஆண்டுகள் LMV மற்றும் HMV டிரைவிங் அனுபவம், வாகன இயந்திர அறிவு உள்ள இந்திய குடிமக்கள். வயது 18–27 (UR/EWS) 30.11.2026 அன்று.
விண்ணப்பம் எப்படி? அறிவிப்பில் உள்ள படிவத்தை பூர்த்தி செய்து, சுய சான்று படங்கள், சான்றிதழ்கள், அசல் கட்டண ரசீது ஆகியவற்றுடன் ஸ்பீட் போஸ்ட் மூலம் அனுப்ப வேண்டும். ஆன்லைன் விண்ணப்பம் இல்லை.
சம்பளம் மற்றும் தேர்வு எப்படி? லெவல் 2 சம்பளம் + அலவன்ஸ்கள். தேர்வு: தியரி டெஸ்ட் (80 மதிப்பெண்கள்) + பிராக்டிகல் டெஸ்ட் (20 மதிப்பெண்கள்). அதிகாரப்பூர்வ இணையதளம் www.indiapost.gov.in.
How Are Candidates Selected?
- Stage I: Theory Test (competitive, 80 marks, 90 minutes, MCQ on general knowledge, simple arithmetic, general intelligence & reasoning, motor mechanism, traffic rules, signals and regulations). Minimum qualifying marks: 33% for SC/ST, 37% for OBC and EWS, 40% for others (relaxed standard only if reservation is available for the category).
- Stage II: Practical Test (competitive, 20 marks total: 10 marks Paper I on motor mechanism/minor repairs, 10 marks Paper II on heavy motor vehicle driving; 20 minutes each). Same minimum qualifying marks per paper.
- Candidates qualifying in Stage I are eligible for Stage II. Final merit list is prepared on the basis of total marks secured in both stages. Number of candidates declared successful equals the number of vacancies in each category. Allotment to division/units is on the basis of merit and preference of the candidates. No wait list or approved panel is maintained; only the next candidate in merit may be considered if a selected candidate declines.
| Stage | What It Is | Marks / Weightage | Shortlisting / Qualifying Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage I Theory | MCQ on GK, arithmetic, reasoning, motor mechanism, traffic rules | 80 | Min 33% SC/ST, 37% OBC/EWS, 40% others |
| Stage II Practical | Motor mechanism + HMV driving | 20 (10+10) | Same min % in each paper |
Prepare with a daily Current Affairs digest for the scored general knowledge component.
What Is the Exam Pattern?
| Paper / Section | Questions | Marks | Duration | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stage I Theory | Multiple Choice | 80 | 90 minutes | Competitive |
| Stage II Practical Paper I | Practical (defects, minor repairs, wheels) | 10 | 20 minutes | Competitive |
| Stage II Practical Paper II | Practical (HMV driving) | 10 | 20 minutes | Competitive |
Negative marking: Not mentioned in the notification.
Syllabus (from the notice's annexure)
| Paper | Unit | Questions | Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage I Theory | Part I General Knowledge | 1 mark each | Current events, Sports played in India, History and Culture of India, Geography of India, Indian economy, General polity, Indian constitution, “Who’s Who” of India |
| Stage I Theory | Part II General intelligence & reasoning | 15 | Analytical aptitude, Ability to observe and distinguish patterns, Analogies, Similarities and Differences, Space visualisation, Spatial orientation, Visual memory |
| Stage I Theory | Part III Simple Arithmetic | 15 | Number systems, whole numbers, decimals and fractions, Relationship between numbers, Fundamental arithmetical operations, Percentages, Ratio and proportion, Averages, Interest, Profit and loss, Discount, Time and distance, Ratio and time, Time and work |
| Stage I Theory | Part IV Road sense etc. | 30 | Road sense (traffic rules/signals, road marking), Various sections of Motor Vehicles Act 1939 as amended, Knowledge of vehicle parts, Licensing of drivers, Registration of motor vehicles, Insurance of vehicles, Offence penalties and procedure, Knowledge related to toolkit, Security and maintenance of vehicle, Accidental claims, GPS related knowledge, Mechanical vehicles vis-a-vis electric vehicles |
| Stage II Practical | Paper I | — | Identification of defects, Carry out minor repairs handled by drivers, Changing of wheels, Inflation of wheels correctly |
| Stage II Practical | Paper II | — | Synchro Speed & Gear, Synchro Clutch & Accelerator, Control of Vehicle & Steering, Reversing |
Where Is the Exam Held?
Exam centres are not specified in the notification.
The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst's Take – Is This Recruitment for You?
This is a regular Group-C driver post with a two-stage competitive test that weights theory at 80 of the 100 total marks. Qualifying Stage I is required before the practical, and final merit is simply the sum of both stages; the number of successful candidates equals the vacancies in each category. With 15 of the 24 seats at MMS Chennai and only small numbers elsewhere, preference and merit will decide the unit. The 30-day window to a received-by Speed Post deadline leaves little margin for postal delays.
Best fit: Candidates who already hold valid LMV and HMV licences, have clear three-year separate experience certificates, and are comfortable with a scored theory paper on traffic rules and arithmetic.
Skip if your experience certificate lacks separate LMV/HMV dates or full address details, or if you cannot arrange Speed Post delivery well before 30 November.
Practical tip: Prepare the experience certificate and licence extract exactly as clause 9(f) requires (separate periods, full address/PIN/designation) before filling the form, because incomplete documents are listed as a rejection ground.
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What Documents Are Required?
At Application
- Age proof
- Educational qualification (10th)
- Community certificate (SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer) issued by competent authority in prescribed format (if applicable)
- EWS Income & Asset certificate for the year 2025-2026 in prescribed format (if applicable)
- Valid driving licence with date of first issue of LMV & HMV and date of expiry (or extract with full details)
- Experience certificate issued by a Gazetted officer of a Central/State Government office or Head of a Registered Firm/Company/Agency/Institution, containing full address, Door No., PIN and name/designation of issuing officer, with separate LMV and HMV periods within licence validity
- Two recent photographs (one affixed on form, both self-attested)
- Original fee receipt (pasted on form) if fee payable
- Ex-servicemen service & trade proof copy (if claimed)
Original certificates should not be sent with the application. Hall permits are issued only to eligible candidates.
⚠️ Document Alert Specific to This Recruitment
- Experience certificate must clearly state “Light vehicle Experience from (date) to (date)” and “Heavy vehicle experience from (date) to (date)” and the period must fall within the driving licence validity.
- EWS certificate must be for financial year 2025-2026 in the format enclosed with the notice.
What Are the Service Conditions?
- The period of probation is 02 years.
- Selected candidates will be allotted to division/units wherever vacancies are available on the basis of merit and preference of the candidates.
- The post is General Central Service, Group-C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial.
What Happens After Selection?
- Final merit list is prepared on total marks of Stage I and Stage II; the number declared successful equals the vacancies in each category.
- Allotment to units on the basis of merit and preference.
- Probation of 2 years begins on joining.
- If a selected candidate declines, the next candidate in the merit list may be considered; no wait list is maintained.
✅ Confirmed: merit-based allotment by preference, 2-year probation. ❓ Not specified: medical examination details, police verification, exact joining formalities.
How Do Answer Keys & Objections Work?
Future instructions on answer keys or objections, if any, will appear on the official website.
General Instructions & Important Rules
- Application must be filled in one of the languages Hindi / English / Tamil completely without corrections and duly signed.
- Reservation/category must be selected; if not selected, the candidate will be treated as UR.
- If Ex-servicemen category is selected, service & trade proof must be enclosed, otherwise considered under general category with no age relaxation.
- Eligible candidates only will be issued Hall Permits; no intimation will be made to ineligible applicants.
- Number of vacancies in division/units are subject to change; the issuing authority reserves the right to modify/cancel the notification without assigning any reason.
- If there is any variation between the English and the translated Hindi version, the English version shall be treated as final.
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 Staff Car Driver Notification 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF | India Post Staff Car Driver Ordinary Grade Notice 2026 (PDF) |
| Official Recruitment Page | India Post Vacancies |
| Tamil Nadu Postal Circle | tamilnadupost.nic.in |
FAQs – India Post Staff Car Driver 2026
What is the last date to apply for India Post Staff Car Driver 2026?
30 November 2026 by 5:00 PM. Applications must reach by Speed Post; no extension has been announced as of 31 October 2026.
What is the age limit for India Post Staff Car Driver?
18 to 27 years for UR and EWS as on 30 November 2026. SC/ST relaxable by 5 years, OBC by 3 years, Government servants up to 40 years, Ex-servicemen as printed after military service deduction.
Is there an exam for India Post Staff Car Driver, or is it interview-based?
Yes — Stage I Theory Test (80 marks, 90 minutes) followed by Stage II Practical Test (20 marks). Final merit is the total of both stages. No interview stage is mentioned.
What is the salary for Staff Car Driver posts in this recruitment?
Level 2 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, ₹19,900–₹63,200 plus admissible allowances. Probation is 2 years.
Can final-year students apply for this recruitment?
The notice requires passing 10th Standard and does not address final-year candidates. Qualification must be held; confirm with the organisation if your result is pending.
Is this Staff Car Driver post a permanent government job?
The posts are advertised as General Central Service Group-C with a printed probation of 2 years. Confirmation follows successful probation as per rules.
Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes. The notice invites applications from eligible Indian Citizens and does not state a domicile or residence condition.
Where will selected candidates be posted?
Within Tamil Nadu Circle units (Tiruchirappalli, MMS Chennai, Madurai units, Salem West, MMS Coimbatore). Allotment is on the basis of merit and preference of the candidates.
Before You Apply: Quick Self-Check
- You meet the age condition as on 30 November 2026 and hold the 10th pass qualification.
- You meet the condition that decides this recruitment: valid LMV and HMV licence plus at least three years’ driving experience of light and heavy motor vehicles, with knowledge of motor mechanisms.
- You can produce every document and certificate the notice requires (self-attested copies, fee receipt, experience certificate with full details).
- You are ready for the selection stage that applies to your post: Theory Test + Practical Test.
- You accept the posting terms: allotment to Tamil Nadu Circle units on merit and preference.
📄 Primary source: Notification No. MSE/B9/XVI/2022-2023, Office of the Senior Manager, Mail Motor Service, Chennai, Department of Posts, dated 29 October 2026 (linked under Important Links). The recruitment facts above come from that notice; tips and estimates are labelled where they appear.
