India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026
Department of Posts (India Post), Ministry of Communications – Office of the Manager, Mail Motor Service, Bengaluru
The Department of Posts (India Post), Ministry of Communications, has invited offline applications for 11 Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) posts under the Mail Motor Service, Bengaluru. Eligible serving Central Government employees can submit applications through the prescribed format within the stipulated period.
Vacancy Details
| Organization Name | Department of Posts (India Post), Ministry of Communications – Office of the Manager, Mail Motor Service, Bengaluru |
| Examination Name | India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | B-9/XI/Rect of Dvrs/DP/Dlgs/2025 |
| Post Name | Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) |
| Total Vacancies | 11 Posts |
| Job Type | Government |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Location | Karnataka |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 01 August 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | — |
| Closing Period | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: 10th Pass from a recognized Board/Institute. Valid Driving Licence for Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) and Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV). Knowledge of Motor Mechanism. Minimum 3 years driving experience in LMV & HMV. Eligibility is restricted to serving Central Government employees as specified in the notification.
Candidates must satisfy the following eligibility conditions: Applicant should be a Serving Central Government Employee. First preference will be given to Regular Dispatch Riders (Group C) and MTS (Group C) in the Department of Posts. Failing the above, equivalent Group C employees of other Central Government Ministries may be considered. Eligible Armed Forces personnel due for retirement/reserve transfer within one year may also apply under deputation/re-employment. Must possess a valid LMV & HMV Driving Licence. Must have knowledge of motor mechanism. Must possess at least three years' experience in driving Light and Heavy Motor Vehicles. Must have passed 10th Standard from a recognized Board or Institute. Desirable Qualification: Three years of service as Home Guard or Civil Volunteer.
Age Limit & Relaxation
Maximum Age: 56 Years (as on closing date of application).
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General / Eligible Central Government Employees | Maximum Age 56 Years |
Salary Structure
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Pay Scale | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Pay Matrix | 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) |
| Allowances | As admissible under Central Government Rules |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Nil |
| OBC | Nil |
| SC | Nil |
| ST | Nil |
| EWS | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
Documents Required
- Filled Application Form (Annexure-I)
- Bio-data/Curriculum Vitae
- Integrity Certificate
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate
- Major/Minor Penalty Certificate for the last 10 years
- Attested copies of APARs/ACRs for the last five years
- 10th Pass Certificate
- Valid LMV Driving Licence
- Valid HMV Driving Licence
- Driving Experience Certificate
- Knowledge of Motor Mechanism Proof (where applicable)
- Service Certificate
- No Objection Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Any other supporting documents prescribed in the notification
Selection Process
- 1Scrutiny of Applications
- 2Verification of Eligibility
- 3Driving Test
- 4Document Verification
- 5Final Selection on Deputation/Absorption Basis
Exam Pattern
The official notification does not prescribe a written examination. Eligible candidates will be assessed through the prescribed recruitment procedure, including verification of eligibility, a driving test and document verification. The notification does not specify the marks, duration or detailed evaluation pattern for the driving test.
Syllabus
The notification does not provide any written examination syllabus. Since the recruitment is based on deputation/absorption, candidates should ensure they possess the prescribed educational qualification, valid LMV/HMV driving licences, required driving experience, knowledge of motor mechanism and all supporting service records. The practical driving test and document verification form the basis of the selection process described in the notification.
How To Apply
Download the prescribed application format (Annexure-I) from the official notification. Fill in the application form carefully with all required personal, service and educational details. Attach self-attested copies of all prescribed certificates and supporting documents. Obtain the required certificates from the Head of Office/Forwarding Authority, including Vigilance Clearance, Integrity Certificate and APAR/ACR records. The application should be forwarded through the proper channel by the concerned department. Superscribe the envelope with "Application for the post of Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade)". Send the completed application to the address mentioned in the notification. Ensure that the application reaches the office within 60 days from the date of publication of the notification in the Employment News. Keep a copy of the submitted application and supporting documents for future reference.
Important Instructions
Applications will be accepted only in the prescribed offline format. Candidates must be serving Central Government employees fulfilling all eligibility conditions. Applications must be forwarded through the proper channel. Incomplete applications or applications received after the prescribed period are liable to be rejected. Candidates must possess a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) and Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) Driving Licence. A minimum of three years' experience in driving LMV and HMV is mandatory. Candidates should attach all required certificates, including Integrity Certificate, Vigilance Clearance, APARs/ACRs and penalty statement, along with the application. Selection is subject to successful verification of documents and qualifying the prescribed Driving Test. The department reserves the right to accept or reject any application in accordance with the recruitment rules. Candidates should carefully read the official notification before submitting the application.
Job Description
Introduction The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications has issued a notification for the recruitment of 11 Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) posts under the Mail Motor Service, Bengaluru. The recruitment will be conducted on a Deputation/Absorption basis and applications are invited from eligible serving Central Government employees. Candidates fulfilling the prescribed eligibility conditions should submit the application in the prescribed format through the proper channel within the stipulated period mentioned in the notification. Vacancy Overview The notification announces the following vacancy: Post Name Vacancies Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) 11 Total 11 The recruitment is for appointment in the Mail Motor Service, Bengaluru under the Department of Posts. The notification states that reservation for SC/ST candidates is not applicable as the recruitment is on deputation/absorption basis. Eligibility Candidates must fulfil all eligibility conditions prescribed in the notification. Educational Qualification Passed 10th Standard from a recognized Board or Institute. Possess valid LMV and HMV Driving Licences. Minimum three years' experience in driving Light Motor Vehicle and Heavy Motor Vehicle. Knowledge of motor mechanism. Desirable qualification: Three years' service as Home Guard or Civil Volunteer. Service Eligibility Must be a Serving Central Government Employee. Preference is given to eligible Dispatch Riders and MTS of the Department of Posts. Other eligible Group 'C' Central Government employees may also be considered in accordance with the notification. Age Limit Maximum Age: 56 Years The maximum age will be determined as on the closing date of receipt of applications. The notification does not specify separate category-wise age relaxation. Salary Selected candidates will receive salary under the following pay structure: Component Details Pay Level Level-2 Pay Scale ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 Allowances As admissible under Central Government Rules Selection Process The recruitment process consists of: Scrutiny of applications. Verification of eligibility. Practical Driving Test. Document Verification. Final selection on Deputation/Absorption basis. The notification does not mention any written examination. Application Process Candidates should follow these steps: Download the prescribed application form from the official notification. Fill in all required personal and service details. Attach the prescribed certificates and supporting documents. Obtain forwarding from the competent authority through the proper channel. Send the completed application to the address mentioned in the notification. Ensure that the application reaches the office within 60 days from the publication of the notification in the Employment News. Important Dates Event Date Notification Date 01 August 2026 Application Mode Offline Last Date Within 60 days from publication in Employment News Exact closing date is Not Mentioned in the notification. Conclusion The India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 provides an opportunity for eligible Central Government employees to apply for 11 Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) posts in the Mail Motor Service, Bengaluru. Candidates possessing the required educational qualification, valid driving licences, prescribed driving experience and service eligibility can apply through the offline mode within the prescribed period. Since the recruitment is based on deputation/absorption, applicants should carefully verify all eligibility conditions, attach the required certificates and submit the application through the proper channel before the closing period specified in the notification.