SEO Title: Tamil Nadu Circle PS Group B Promotion Order 24.09.2026 – Full Details
Tamil Nadu Postal Circle has issued a PS Group ‘B’ promotion and posting order for an Inspector Line official. Check pay level, posting, conditions and probation rules.
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A New Promotion Order from Tamil Nadu Circle
The Office of the Chief Postmaster General, Tamil Nadu Circle, Chennai has issued a promotion and posting order on 24 September 2026.
Memo No.: STC/1-6/MM/2022
This order promotes an Inspector Line official to the Postal Service Group ‘B’ cadre on a regular basis.
The order follows:
- Directorate Order F.No. R-09/15/2026-SPG-II-DoP dated 10.09.2026
- CO Memo No. STC/1-6/TRF/2026 dated 22.09.2026
Pay Scale After Promotion
- Pay Level: Level-9 of the Pay Matrix (7th CPC)
- Pay Range: ₹53,100 to ₹1,67,800
- Effective From: The date the officer takes charge of the post
Promotion and Posting Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Shri C Vijayakumar |
| Present Designation | ASP (HQ), O/o SSPOs, Chennai City North Division (PwBD) |
| Cadre / Vacancy Year | IP 2022 |
| Sl. No. in Directorate Order (10.09.2026) | 14 |
| Present Region | Chennai City Region |
| Posting on Promotion | Incharge, BPC Anna Road, Chennai Sorting Division |
| Remarks | Against vacant post |
General Conditions of the Promotion
- The promotion is effective only from the date of assuming charge of the PS Group ‘B’ post.
- A request to change the region will not be considered until the officer joins the promotional post.
- All terms of the Directorate Order (10.09.2026) and CO memo (22.09.2026) remain the same.
- The officer must send a copy of the charge report to the Assistant Director (SPG-II), Postal Directorate, New Delhi.
- Chennai City Region has been asked to relieve the officer immediately.
- If the officer does not want the promotion, a written declination letter must reach the Circle Office within 30 days.
- Not joining within 30 days without a valid reason will be treated as deemed declination of promotion.
Vigilance or Disciplinary Case Rules
- If any vigilance or disciplinary case is pending, the officer should not be relieved without specific orders from the Directorate.
- Promotion should not be stopped just because disciplinary action is being considered.
- But promotion can be held back if the officer is:
- Under suspension
- Issued a charge sheet
- Facing prosecution for a criminal charge
- If any punishment is currently running (except censure and recovery of money), promotion should wait until the punishment period is over.
- The division must follow SPN-II Section instructions dated 17.05.2023.
Probation Period
- Promoted officers will be on probation for two years.
- Their suitability for the post will be checked after probation ends.
- If the officer takes leave of more than 30 days during probation, the probation period may be extended.
Training
- For now, the officer is promoted without any training.
- Training will be given later when notified by the Rafi Ahmed Kidwai National Postal Academy, Ghaziabad.
Pay Fixation Option
Officers who want to choose the date for pay fixation under FR-22(I)(a)(1) must give their option within one month of taking charge.
Who Signed the Order?
The memo was signed by M. Vijayalakshmi, Assistant Postmaster General (Staff & Establishment), O/o Chief Postmaster General, Tamil Nadu Circle, Chennai.
Copies were sent to the Postmasters General of Chennai City, Central, Southern and Western Regions, GM (PA&F), CEPT Chennai, SRM Chennai Sorting Division and other offices.
Why This Matters for Every India Post Employee
This order is a good reminder that India Post offers a clear promotion ladder. Many officers start their journey through departmental exams and rise step by step:
- GDS to MTS or GDS to Postman / Mail Guard
- MTS to PA and Postman to PA
- Postal Assistant (PA/SA) to Inspector (IP)
- Inspector to PS Group ‘B’
If you are in Tamil Nadu Circle and preparing for the GDS to MTS Tamil Nadu Circle exam or the Postman to PA Departmental Exam, start early. Regular practice with India Post mock tests and previous year question papers can make a real difference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the pay level for PS Group ‘B’?
Level-9 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, ₹53,100 to ₹1,67,800.
Q2. What happens if the officer does not join within 30 days?
It will be treated as deemed declination of promotion, unless there is a valid reason.
Q3. How long is the probation period?
Two years.
Q4. Is training required before joining?
No. Training will be given later when notified by RAKNPA, Ghaziabad.
Q5. Within how much time should the pay fixation option be given?
Within one month from the date of taking charge.
Final Words
Congratulations to Shri C Vijayakumar on his promotion to PS Group ‘B’. 🎉
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