SEO Title: Bastar Division Reservation Roster 2025 | Postman, MTS & PA Vacancy Position
Bastar Postal Division (Chhattisgarh) has published its reservation roster for MTS, Postman and Postal Assistant posts as on 31.12.2025. See sanctioned posts, posts filled, shortages and what this means for GDS to Postman and MTS to PA aspirants.
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What Is This Document?
The Superintendent of Post Offices, Bastar Division, Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh) has released the Reservation Roster Register for three cadres:
- MTS (Multi Tasking Staff)
- Postman / Mail Overseer
- Postal Assistant (PA)
All the data is as on 31 December 2025.
A reservation roster is a register the office uses to track which post goes to which category (SC, ST, OBC, EWS or UR). It shows how many posts are sanctioned, how many are filled, and where there is a shortage.
If you are a GDS, MTS or Postman in Bastar or anywhere in the Chhattisgarh Circle, this tells you where promotion chances look strong.
Quick Facts at a Glance
- Issued by: Supdt. of Post Offices, Bastar Division, Jagdalpur – 494001
- Data as on: 31.12.2025
- Cadres covered: MTS, Postman/Mail Overseer, Postal Assistant
- Modes covered: Direct Recruitment and Departmental Recruitment (promotion)
First, Understand the Two Types of Recruitment
1. Direct Recruitment
Posts filled by fresh recruitment or by promotion on non-selection basis.
2. Departmental Recruitment
Posts filled by promotion on selection basis, meaning the departmental exams such as:
- GDS to Postman / Mail Guard
- MTS to PA
- Postman to PA
For exam aspirants, the Departmental Recruitment figures are the most important.
Reservation Percentages Used in Bastar Division
| Cadre & Mode | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTS – Direct | 12% | 32% | 6% | 10% |
| Postman – Direct | 12% | 32% | 6% | 10% |
| Postman – Departmental | 15% | 7.5% | 0% | 0% |
| PA – Direct | 15% | 7.5% | 27% | 10% |
| PA – Departmental | 15% | 7.5% | 0% | 0% |
Why are the MTS and Postman direct percentages different?
These posts are filled locally, so the reservation follows the state’s population share. That is why ST gets 32% in Chhattisgarh. PA direct recruitment uses the all-India rates instead.
Why do departmental posts have no OBC or EWS share?
Promotions carry reservation only for SC and ST. OBC and EWS reservation applies to direct recruitment only.
1. MTS Cadre – Direct Recruitment
| Total | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanctioned | 27 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 10 |
| In Position | 24 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 8 |
| Shortage (-) / Excess (+) | -3 | 0 | -1 | +1 | -1 | -2 |
In simple words: 3 MTS posts are short, 1 each in ST and EWS and 2 in UR, while OBC has 1 extra.
For GDS to MTS aspirants: The shortage here is small, but even a few vacancies can come up in the next GDS to MTS Notification.
2. Postman Cadre – The Biggest Opportunity 🎯
Postman – Direct Recruitment
| Total | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanctioned | 39 | 5 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16 |
| In Position | 54 | 8 | 13 | 12 | 4 | 17 |
| Shortage / Excess | +15 | +3 | +1 | +10 | 0 | +1 |
Postman – Departmental Recruitment
| Total | SC | ST | UR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanctioned | 39 | 6 | 3 | 30 |
| In Position | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Shortage | -32 | -5 | -1 | -26 |
Postman – Consolidated
| Total | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanctioned | 78 | 11 | 15 | 2 | 4 | 46 |
| In Position | 61 | 9 | 15 | 12 | 4 | 21 |
| Shortage / Excess | -17 | -2 | 0 | +10 | 0 | -25 |
This is the key point of the whole document.
- Under the departmental quota, only 7 of 39 Postman posts are filled.
- That leaves 32 posts short in the promotion quota.
- The direct quota is over-filled by 15, so the overall shortage is 17.
For GDS to Postman and GDS to Mail Guard aspirants: The departmental quota in Bastar is mostly empty. If you are preparing for the GDS to Postman Departmental Exam, start serious preparation now.
3. Postal Assistant (PA) Cadre
PA – Direct Recruitment
| Total | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanctioned | 53 | 8 | 4 | 14 | 5 | 22 |
| In Position | 44 | 13 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 10 |
| Shortage / Excess | -9 | +5 | +4 | -6 | 0 | -12 |
PA – Departmental Recruitment
| Total | SC | ST | UR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanctioned | 36 | 5 | 3 | 28 |
| In Position | 38 | 4 | 2 | 32 |
| Shortage / Excess | +2 | -1 | -1 | +4 |
PA – Consolidated
| Total | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanctioned | 89 | 13 | 7 | 14 | 5 | 50 |
| In Position | 82 | 17 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 42 |
| Shortage / Excess | -7 | +4 | +3 | -6 | 0 | -8 |
For MTS to PA and Postman to PA aspirants:
- The departmental PA quota is 2 posts over its sanctioned strength overall.
- But SC and ST are each short by 1 in the departmental quota.
- So SC and ST candidates in the MTS to PA and Postman to PA exams may still have a chance.
Summary: Where Are the Chances?
| Cadre | Overall Position | What It Means for You |
|---|---|---|
| MTS | 3 posts short | Small chance via GDS to MTS |
| Postman | 17 posts short (32 in departmental quota) | Strong chance via GDS to Postman |
| PA | 7 posts short (departmental quota full) | Limited, mainly SC/ST in departmental quota |
Important Things to Keep in Mind
- A roster is not a notification. It shows the position on paper. Actual vacancies are announced only in the official exam notification.
- Vacancies change. Retirements, promotions and transfers keep moving the numbers.
- Check with your Divisional Office for the latest vacancy position before the exam.
- Use this data to plan. A big shortage like the Postman departmental quota usually leads to more vacancies in coming exams.
Quick Revision Points for India Post GK
- Promotion (departmental) reservation: SC 15%, ST 7.5% only
- No OBC or EWS reservation in promotion
- Locally recruited posts follow the state’s population share for reservation
- Bastar Division Head Office: Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh
- Postman departmental quota in Bastar: 7 filled out of 39
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many Postman posts are short in Bastar Division?
17 overall. Within the departmental (promotion) quota, 32 posts are short.
Q2. Is there OBC reservation in the GDS to Postman exam?
No OBC reservation applies in the departmental quota as per this roster. Only SC (15%) and ST (7.5%) have reservation.
Q3. How many PA posts are vacant in Bastar Division?
7 overall. The departmental quota is 2 posts over its sanctioned strength, but SC and ST are each short by 1.
Q4. Why is ST reservation 32% for MTS and Postman?
These posts are recruited locally, so the reservation follows Chhattisgarh’s population share.
Q5. Does this roster mean these vacancies will be in the next exam?
Not directly. Final vacancies are announced only in the official notification.