Job Description
Overview
The Department of Posts, India, is conducting a recruitment drive to fill open positions for Staff Car Driver roles within the Tamil Nadu Circle. Selected individuals will be responsible for operating departmental vehicles safely, performing routine maintenance checks, and ensuring timely transit of postal goods and documents across designated routes within the state. This recruitment offers a stable career path with standard government pay scales, allowances, and comprehensive benefits under central administration.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate light and heavy motor vehicles safely adhering strictly to traffic regulations and postal safety guidelines.
- Conduct routine vehicle inspections prior to operation including checking oil levels tyre pressure and fluid levels.
- Identify minor mechanical faults and perform basic repairs or maintenance using standard onboard tools.
- Maintain detailed logbooks recording mileage fuel consumption and route schedules accurately.
- Transport postal mail bags and parcels securely between sorting facilities and designated delivery hubs.
- Assist administrative staff with vehicle upkeep reports and ensure timely servicing intervals are met.
Why Apply
Securing a position within the postal network provides reliable job security along with standard government benefits and pension schemes. Personnel benefit from structured work schedules regular salary increments and allowances aligned with central government pay structures. This role suits individuals seeking stable government employment utilizing professional driving skills.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 29 October 2026
- Application Closing Date: 30 November 2026
Quick Facts
- Total Vacancies: 24 Posts
- Remuneration: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 Level 2
- Location: Tamil Nadu Postal Circle
- Category: Group C Non-Gazetted Non-Ministerial
TN Post Office Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vacancy Details
- Unreserved (UR): 13
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 03
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 07
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 01
- Ex-Servicemen: 02
How to Apply
- Download the official application form template from the designated postal circle portal.
- Print the form and fill in all mandatory details carefully in English or Hindi.
- Affix a recent passport size photograph in the designated space on the form.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of educational certificates, valid LMV and HMV driving licences, experience proofs, and community certificates.
- Complete the application fee payment of ₹100 online or via prescribed e-modes if applicable.
- Place the filled application form and enclosures inside an envelope.
- Superscribe the envelope clearly with APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF STAFF CAR DRIVER ORDINARY GRADE.
- Send the postal package via speed post or registered post to reach the designated office address before 30 November 2026.
Application Fee
General, OBC, and EWS candidates are required to pay an application fee of ₹100 through the designated e-payment process. Women candidates, SC, ST, and eligible PwD applicants are completely exempted from fee payment.
Age Limit
Selection Process
The selection methodology comprises two distinct evaluation stages designed to test both theoretical understanding and practical driving competence.
Stage I consists of a written examination carrying a total of 80 marks with a duration of 90 minutes. The paper covers general knowledge, reasoning, arithmetic, and basic motor vehicle mechanisms including traffic rules.
Stage II involves a rigorous practical driving test worth 20 marks conducted over 40 minutes. Candidates are tested on heavy vehicle handling, gear shifting, reversing precision, and mechanical troubleshooting.
Exam Pattern
Written Examination includes General Knowledge (20 marks), General Intelligence and Reasoning (15 marks), Simple Arithmetic (15 marks), and Motor Mechanism, Traffic Rules, Signals and Environmental Pollution (30 marks). Total marks equal 80.
