The Department of Posts has officially released the India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 notification to fill 11 vacancies in Bengaluru and Mysuru. Eligible Central Government employees can apply via the deputation/absorption route. Explore vacancy details, eligibility criteria, pay scale, and application instructions here.
India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026
The official India Post recruitment notification has been published, inviting applications for 11 Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) positions within the Mail Motor Service (MMS), Bengaluru.
Qualified candidates holding valid LMV and HMV driving licenses with professional driving experience are encouraged to apply. Applications must be submitted through the proper channel no later than the deadline of 30 September 2026.
Click to Download: India Post Staff Car Driver Notification 2026 PDF
India Post Staff Car Driver Notification 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Authority |
Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications
|
| Post Name |
Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade)
|
| Total Vacancies | 11 |
| Job Location |
Bengaluru & Mysuru
|
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Salary |
₹19,900 – ₹63,200 + Allowances
|
| Mode of Recruitment |
Deputation/Absorption
|
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Selection Process |
Driving Test & Trade Test
|
| Official Website | indiapost.gov.in |
India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 1 August 2026 |
| Application Starts | Ongoing |
| Last Date to Apply |
30 September 2026 (Within 60 days from publication in Employment News)
|
| Driving Test | To be notified |
India Post Staff Car Driver Vacancy 2026
This recruitment drive aims to fill 11 vacancies throughout the Karnataka Postal Circle.
| Division | Vacancies |
| Mail Motor Service, Bengaluru | 10 |
| MMS Sub Depot, Mysuru | 1 |
| Total | 11 |
India Post Staff Car Driver Eligibility Criteria 2026
All applicants must strictly adhere to the eligibility conditions and guidelines outlined in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
To be considered for the position, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Passed 10th Standard from a recognized Board or Institution.
- Valid Driving Licence for both Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) and Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV).
- Knowledge of motor mechanism and ability to remove minor defects in vehicles.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in driving Light and Heavy Motor Vehicles.
Desirable Qualification:
Candidates should ideally possess three years of service as a Home Guard or Civil Volunteer.
Service Eligibility
This recruitment opportunity is open to the following candidates:
- Regular Dispatch Riders and MTS employees of the Department of Posts in Pay Level-1 possessing the required driving qualifications.
- Regular Group-C employees of other Central Government Ministries fulfilling the prescribed eligibility.
- Armed Forces personnel due to retire or transferred to reserve within one year may also apply under deputation/re-employment provisions.
India Post Staff Car Driver Age Limit 2026
The prescribed maximum age limit for appointment via deputation or absorption is as follows:
| Criteria | Age Limit |
| Maximum Age |
Not exceeding 56 years as on 30 September 2026
|
How to Apply for India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026?
Interested and eligible individuals should forward their completed application forms through the proper official channels.
- Download the prescribed application form (Annexure-I).
- Fill in all the required personal and service details.
- Attach all the necessary self-attested documents.
- Obtain forwarding and certification from the Head of Office (Annexure-II).
- Send the completed application by Speed Post to:
The Manager, Mail Motor Service
Basaveshwara Road, Vasanthanagar,
Bengaluru – 560001
Documents Required for India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026
Ensure all mandatory supporting documents are attached to your application form before submission.
- Integrity Certificate
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate
- List of major/minor penalties during the last 10 years (or NIL Certificate)
- Attested copies of APARs for the last five years (2020-21 to 2024-25)
- Experience Certificate for driving LMV & HMV
- Valid LMV & HMV Driving Licence
- Class 10 Certificate
- Appointment Letter/Service Certificate (where applicable)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Other supporting documents mentioned in the application form.
India Post Staff Car Driver Selection Process 2026
Applicants who meet the basic eligibility criteria will proceed through the following selection stages:
- Scrutiny of applications
- Driving Test
- Trade Test (as per Department of Posts guidelines)
- Document Verification
India Post Staff Car Driver Salary 2026
Selected candidates will be entitled to salary structures in accordance with the 7th Central Pay Commission guidelines.
| Component | Details |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Pay Scale |
₹19,900 – ₹63,200
|
| Additional Benefits |
Dearness Allowance, HRA and other admissible allowances as per Central Government rules
|
FAQs
A total of 11 vacancies are available, with 10 positions allocated to Mail Motor Service, Bengaluru, and 1 position reserved for the MMS Sub Depot, Mysuru.
Successful candidates will receive a competitive salary in Pay Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200), inclusive of all applicable Central Government allowances.
Applications must be submitted within 60 days of the notification's publication in Employment News. With a publication date of 1 August 2026, the final date for receipt of applications is 30 September 2026.
Candidates are required to have passed Class 10, hold a valid LMV and HMV driving license, possess knowledge of basic motor mechanisms, and have at least three years of professional driving experience.
The India Post selection process includes a rigorous scrutiny of applications, followed by a Driving Test, a Trade Test, and formal document verification.