Job Description
Overview
The Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communications, has announced a recruitment drive for Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) positions at the Mail Motor Service in Bengaluru. This recruitment is specifically aimed at filling 11 vacancies through deputation, absorption, or re-employment of Armed Forces personnel. It represents a significant opportunity for existing government staff to transition into specialized driving roles within the postal department.
Key Responsibilities
- Operating Light and Heavy Motor Vehicles safely to transport mail and official personnel across designated routes.
- Performing routine maintenance checks on assigned vehicles to ensure operational readiness and safety.
- Maintaining accurate logbooks detailing vehicle usage, fuel consumption, and travel distances for administrative records.
- Identifying and addressing minor mechanical issues to prevent vehicle downtime during critical mail transit operations.
- Adhering strictly to traffic regulations and departmental safety protocols while on duty.
- Coordinating with the motor service office to ensure timely delivery and collection of official mail consignments.
Why Apply
Selected candidates will benefit from a structured pay scale under the 7th CPC and the stability associated with a Central Government role. This position offers a clear career path for existing Group C employees looking to leverage their driving skills in a professional, government-regulated environment.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 01 August 2026
- Application Deadline: 60 days from the date of publication in Employment News
Quick Facts
- Vacancy Count: 11
- Pay Scale: Pay Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200)
- Location: Bengaluru and Mysuru
- Category: Central Government Deputation
India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 Overview
Registration Date
01 Aug 2026
Salary
Pay Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200)
Vacancies
11
Eligibility
10th Standard
Vacancy Details
- Mail Motor Service (MMS), Bengaluru: 10 Posts
- MMS Sub Depot, Mysuru: 01 Post
- Total: 11 Posts
How to Apply
- Visit the official website at www.indiapost.gov.in to download the application proforma (Annexure-I) and the forwarding authority certificate (Annexure-II).
- Complete the application form in duplicate, ensuring all details are accurate.
- Attach self-attested copies of your age proof, educational certificates, driving experience records, valid driving licence, and appointment letter.
- Submit the application through the proper channel, ensuring the forwarding authority signs the required certificates, including the Integrity Certificate and Vigilance Clearance.
- Send the completed application package via Speed Post to: The Manager, Mail Motor Service, Bengaluru-560001.
- Ensure the application reaches the office within 60 days from the date of publication in Employment News.
- Retain a photocopy of the submitted application and all supporting documents for your personal records.
Cutoff Marks
Not applicable for deputation posts.
Application Fee
Nil. There is no application fee for this recruitment process.
Age Limit
Maximum 56 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications.
Selection Process
The selection process involves a rigorous assessment of the candidate's driving skills and technical knowledge. Applicants must undergo a driving test and a trade test to evaluate their competence in handling both Light and Heavy Motor Vehicles. These tests are conducted in accordance with the syllabus prescribed by the Directorate. Final allotment to either the Bengaluru or Mysuru division is determined by the merit list, subject to the discretion of the competent authority.
Exam Pattern
The selection is based on a driving test and trade test to assess competence in driving Light and Heavy Motor Vehicles as per the syllabus prescribed by the Directorate.
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Organization
The Department of Posts has released the India Post GDS 4th Merit List 2026 for 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak vacancies. Candidates can check their selection status for the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak through the official state-wise PDFs.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a notification from the Department of Posts (Mail Motor Service, Bengaluru) to fill 11 Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) posts through deputation, absorption, or re-employment of Armed Forces personnel — not through open public recruitment.
Only serving Central Government employees are eligible: primarily regular Dispatch Riders and MTS (Group C) in the Department of Posts, followed by equivalent Group C employees in other Ministries, and eligible Armed Forces personnel nearing retirement or reserve transfer.
There are 11 vacancies in total: 10 at the Mail Motor Service (MMS), Bengaluru, and 1 at the MMS Sub Depot, Mysuru. Check the official notification for any updates regarding these figures.
The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation or absorption is 56 years as of the closing date for receipt of applications. Ensure you calculate your age accurately according to the proforma provided in the notification.
The selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-2 of the 7th CPC pay matrix, which ranges from ₹19,900 to ₹63,200, plus all admissible allowances as per existing government rules.
Applications must reach the Manager, Mail Motor Service, Bengaluru-560001, by Speed Post, within 60 days from the date the notification is published in Employment News. Submit your application early to ensure it arrives on time.
The selection process consists of a driving test and a trade test to assess the candidate's competence in driving Light and Heavy Motor Vehicles. These tests are conducted according to the syllabus prescribed by the Directorate.
No, there is no application fee for this recruitment process. It is completely free to apply, provided you meet the eligibility criteria and submit the required documents through the proper channel.
