Post Office Recruitment 2026 is going to be one of the biggest government job drives in the beginning of 2026. As per updates from the India Post Department, more than 25,000 vacancies are expected across multiple posts.
This recruitment will include Post Master, Postal Assistant, Sorting Assistant, Postman, Mail Guard, PDO, and MTS positions. Candidates from 10th pass to 12th pass backgrounds can apply, making this recruitment highly attractive for aspirants across India.
Applications are expected to start in January 2026, and candidates must be careful while filling the form, as previous recruitments saw many rejections due to incorrect region selection.
Total Vacancies in Post Office Recruitment 2026
Here is a clear breakdown of the expected vacancies:
| Post Name | Expected Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Post Master | 5,500 |
| Postal Assistant | 6,000 |
| Sorting Assistant | 5,000 |
| PDO (Postman Delivery Officer) | 4,500 |
| MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff) | 4,000+ |
| Total | 25,000+ |
👉 Around 10,000–11,000 posts will be for Postal Assistant & Sorting Assistant combined.
Selection Process: Exam vs Merit Basis
1️⃣ Posts with Written Examination
A Computer Based Test (CBT) will be conducted for:
- Post Master
- PDO (Postman Delivery Officer)
✔️ Single Paper Exam
✔️ Online Mode
✔️ Merit List prepared after exam
2️⃣ Posts Without Examination (Merit-Based Selection)
For the remaining posts, no written exam will be conducted. Selection will be purely based on:
- 10th / 12th class marks
- Merit list as per eligibility criteria
Posts under merit-based selection:
- Postal Assistant
- Sorting Assistant
- Mail Guard
- MTS
Exam Pattern for Post Master & PDO
The exam pattern is simple and scoring:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics (Arithmetic) | 25 | 25 |
| English Grammar | 25 | 25 |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
⏱ Time Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours)
❌ Negative Marking: Not Applicable
Minimum Marks & Cut-Off Expectations
- Qualifying Marks: 40%
- Expected Safe Score: 70% or above
⚠️ Important Note:
40% is only the qualifying threshold. Final selection will depend on merit, and due to no negative marking, competition is expected to be high.
See also: Big News! Railway Group D Recruitment 2025–26 Released for 22,000+ Posts – Apply Now
Educational Qualification (Post-Wise)
- MTS: 10th Pass
- Postal / Sorting Assistant: 12th Pass
- Post Master / PDO: 12th Pass (Higher merit preferred)
Candidates should apply for multiple posts if eligible to maximize selection chances.
Age Limit & Relaxation
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 Years (MTS Category)
- For other posts, age may go up to 30–40 years with category-wise relaxation as per government rules.
Application Fee
- General / OBC: ₹250
- SC / ST / Female Candidates: ₹200
💡 Exact fee structure will be confirmed in the official notification.
Important Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | February 2026 |
| Exam Date (Post Master & PDO) | To Be Announced |
Important Application Tips (Very Important)
- Select the correct region carefully
- Match eligibility with post preference
- Upload documents as per guidelines
- Apply for more than one post if eligible
📌 Many candidates were rejected in the previous recruitment due to wrong region selection, so be extra cautious.
Best Post Preference Order (Recommended)
1️⃣ Postal Assistant
2️⃣ PDO
3️⃣ Sorting Assistant
4️⃣ Post Master
5️⃣ MTS
This order increases your selection probability based on exam and merit criteria.
Syllabus for Post Master Exam
The complete syllabus for the Post Master post includes:
- General Knowledge
- Current Affairs
- Basic Mathematics
- English Grammar
- Computer Fundamentals
Candidates are advised to pause and review the syllabus carefully once the official notification is released.
