India Post Announces Group C Driver Recruitment 2026: 10th Pass Applicants Can Apply Offline

India Post has released a recruitment notification for Group C driver positions for the Mail Motor Service at a senior manager's office. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through an offline process by November 30.

According to the reported guidelines, applicants need to meet specific educational, experiential, and age criteria to be considered for the role. The selection process involves multiple stages, including a written examination and a practical test.

Eligibility Criteria and Age Limits

• Education: Candidates must have passed the 10th standard from a recognized board.
• Driving License: A valid driving license for both light and heavy motor vehicles is required.
• Experience: Applicants should possess at least three years of experience in driving light and heavy motor vehicles.
• Desirable Qualification: Three years of service as a civil volunteer or home guard is listed as a desirable trait.
• Age Limit: General and EWS candidates must be between 18 and 27 years of age. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories according to government rules, including 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates, alongside applicable norms for ex-servicemen.

Selection Process and Examination Stages

• Stage I (Written Exam): Consists of multiple-choice questions with a 90-minute time limit. Questions will be provided in Hindi, English, and local languages. Qualifying marks are set at 33% for SC/ST, 37% for OBC/EWS, and 40% for other candidates.
• Stage II (Practical Test): Divided into Paper I (10 questions) and Paper II (20 questions) with a total duration of 20 minutes.

Application Procedure and Fee

Interested candidates are required to download the application format from the official notification. Applications must be filled out completely with personal, educational, and license details, accompanied by a passport-size photograph, signature, and an application fee of ₹100 paid via electronic payment.

The completed offline application, along with all supporting documents, must be sent via Speed Post to the following address on or before November 30 by 5:00 PM:

Senior Manager, Mail Motor Service, Number 37, Greams Road, Chennai 600006

Applications received through any other mode will not be accepted. Candidates are advised to verify all official notifications directly through authorized government channels before applying.