India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 11 Vacancies

India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 – For Departmental Candidates Only

Ministry of Communications, Department of Posts has released a notification for Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade)Deputation/Absorption basisDepartment of Posts and other Central Government employees.

Recruitment Overview

• Department: Department of Posts, Office of the Manager – Mail Motor Service, Bengaluru
• Notification No.: B‑9/XI/Rect of Dvrs/DP/Dlgs/2025
• Date of Issue: 01 August 2026
• Post Name: Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade)
• Category: General Central Services, Group ‘C’, Non‑Gazetted, Non‑Ministerial
• Pay Level: Level‑2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) + admissible allowances
• Mode of Recruitment: Deputation/Absorption or Deputation from Armed Forces Personnel

Vacancy Details

Note: Vacancies are subject to change. The competent authority reserves the right to allot divisions based on the merit list.

Eligibility Criteria

For Deputation/Absorption within Department of Posts

• Regular Dispatch Riders (Group ‘C’) and MTS (Group ‘C’) in Level‑1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) pay scale.
• Must hold a valid driving license for both Light Motor Vehicles (LMV) and Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMV).
• Ability to remove minor defects in vehicles (knowledge of motor mechanism).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in driving LMV and HMV.
• Educational Qualification: Matriculation/10th pass from a recognized Board/Institution.
• Desirable: 3 years’ service as Home Guard or Civil Volunteer.

For Deputation/Absorption from Other Ministries/Departments

• Regular Dispatch Riders and MTS (Group ‘C’) in Level‑1 pay scale (₹18,000 – ₹56,900).
• Same requirements as above: valid LMV/HMV license, motor mechanism knowledge, 3 years’ driving experience, and 10th pass.

For Deputation from Armed Forces Personnel

• Personnel due for retirement or transfer to reserve within one year and possessing required qualifications and experience.
• Will be taken on deputation until retirement date, thereafter continued on absorption basis.

Age Limit

Maximum age for appointment by deputation/absorption: 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.

Period of Deputation

The period of deputation including deputation in another ex‑cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment shall ordinarily not exceed 3 years.

Reservation

No reservation is applicable for posts filled on deputation/absorption basis.

Job Profile & Responsibilities

• Driving light and heavy motor vehicles (LMV/HMV) for official duties.
• Ensuring safe transportation of staff and official materials.
• Routine maintenance of vehicles and ability to remove minor defects.
• Assisting in dispatch duties and other transport‑related tasks as assigned.
• Maintaining log books, fuel records, and ensuring compliance with transport rules.

Pay Scale & Allowances

As per 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level‑2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 plus admissible allowances (equivalent to PB‑1 ₹5,200 – ₹20,200 + Grade Pay ₹1,900 under 6th CPC).

Probation Period

Selected candidates will be on probation for 2 years upon re‑appointment.

Deputation Terms

The period of deputation, including any ex‑cadre post held immediately before this appointment, shall ordinarily not exceed 3 years.

Selection Process

• Document Verification: Applications must be forwarded through proper channel with required certificates (integrity, vigilance clearance, APARs, driving license, experience, etc.).
• Driving Test & Trade Test: Conducted as per Directorate guidelines (F.No.08‑01/2019‑SPN‑I dated 17.06.2022).
• Final Selection: Based on merit, eligibility, and performance in driving/trade test.

Application Process

1. Applications must be submitted in the prescribed proforma (Annexure‑I) in two copies.
2. Applications should be forwarded through the proper channel by the forwarding authority with the required certificate (Annexure‑II).
3. Only eligible candidates whose services can be spared immediately on selection should apply.
4. Applications must be sent by Speed Post only to:
   Manager (Group‑A), Mail Motor Service, No.4, Basaveshwar Road, Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru‑560001
5. Applications must reach within 60 days from the date of publication of the notification in Employment News.
6. Incomplete applications or those not accompanied by required documents will be summarily rejected without notice.

Required Documents

• Integrity certificate
• List of major/minor penalties imposed during the last 10 years (or “Nil” certificate if none)
• Vigilance clearance certificate
• Attested photocopies of APARs for the last 5 years (2020‑21 to 2024‑25)
• Attested certificate of 3 years’ driving experience (LMV/HMV)
• Attested copy of valid LMV/HMV driving license
• Attested copy of 10th pass certificate
• Caste certificate (if SC/ST)

Submission Guidelines

• Applications not forwarded through proper channel or without required certificates will not be considered.
• Candidates will not be allowed to withdraw their candidature after submission.
• Driving test and trade test will be conducted as per Directorate guidelines (F.No.08‑01/2019‑SPN‑I dated 17.06.2022).
• Notification, application proforma, and other details are available on www.indiapost.gov.in.
• In case of discrepancy between Hindi and English versions of the notification, the English version shall be treated as final.

Conclusion

The Department of Posts is inviting applications for 11 vacancies of Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) on Deputation/Absorption basis. This recruitment offers a stable career opportunity in the General Central Services, Group ‘C’ cadre with pay level‑2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) and admissible allowances. Eligible departmental candidates, employees from other ministries, and armed forces personnel meeting the required qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply within 60 days of publication in Employment News.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Q1: How many vacancies are available? A: 11 vacancies (10 in MMS Bengaluru and 1 in MMS Sub‑Depot Mysuru).
• Q2: What is the pay scale for Staff Car Driver? A: Level‑2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) plus admissible allowances under 7th CPC.
• Q3: Who can apply? A: Regular Dispatch Riders/MTS in Department of Posts or other Central Government ministries, and eligible Armed Forces personnel.
• Q4: What are the educational qualifications required? A: 10th pass from a recognized Board/Institution.
• Q5: Is driving experience mandatory? A: Yes, minimum 3 years’ experience in driving LMV and HMV is required.
• Q6: What additional skills are needed? A: Knowledge of motor mechanism and ability to remove minor vehicle defects.
• Q7: What is the maximum age limit? A: 56 years as on the closing date of application.
• Q8: What is the probation period? A: 2 years upon re‑appointment.
• Q9: How long is the deputation period? A: Normally not exceeding 3 years including any previous ex‑cadre deputation.
• Q10: How should applications be submitted? A: In prescribed proforma (Annexure‑I) in two copies, forwarded through proper channel with required certificates, by Speed Post only to the Manager, Mail Motor Service, Bengaluru.
• Q11: What is the last date to apply? A: Within 60 days from the date of publication in Employment News.
• Q12: Is reservation applicable? A: No, reservation is not applicable for posts filled on deputation/absorption basis.