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- Department of Posts has issued additional charge orders for vacant SAG and JAG posts in Delhi, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand Circles. Check the full list and what it means.
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What’s New?
The Department of Posts, Personnel Division, New Delhi, has issued a new Office Memorandum on 19 October 2026. It gives additional charge of some vacant senior posts to other officers.
These posts became vacant after the transfer and posting order dated 16.10.2026 for officers of the Indian Postal Service (IPoS), Group ‘A’.
Order No.: R-01/12/2026-SPG-DOP (Part-I)
Quick Meaning of SAG and JAG
If you are new to these terms, here’s a simple explanation:
- SAG (Senior Administrative Grade): Senior officers like the Postmaster General (PMG) of a region.
- JAG (Junior Administrative Grade): Officers like the Director of Postal Services (DPS).
These officers look after the working of regions and circles. So when their post is empty, someone must handle the work until a new officer joins.
Part-I: Senior Administrative Grade (SAG)
| S.No | Vacant Post | Charge Given To |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PMG Logistics, Delhi Circle | DDG (MO), Postal Directorate |
| 2 | PMG North Karnataka Region, Karnataka Circle | PMG South Karnataka Region |
| 3 | PMG Logistics, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Circle | PMG Bareilly Region |
| 4 | PMG HQ Region, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Circle | PMG Bareilly Region |
Note: The PMG Bareilly Region will now look after two extra posts in Lucknow.
Part-II: Junior Administrative Grade (JAG)
| S.No | Vacant Post | Charge Given To |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | DPS HQ, Ranchi, Jharkhand Circle | DPS HQ, Bihar Circle |
| 2 | DPS, Agra Region, Uttar Pradesh Circle | DPS, Kanpur Region |
Circles Covered by This Order
- Delhi Circle
- Karnataka Circle
- Uttar Pradesh Circle
- Jharkhand Circle (with charge going to Bihar Circle)
Uttar Pradesh Circle is affected the most, with 3 vacant posts in this order.
Key Points of the Order
- The officers will handle the extra charge along with their own work.
- There is no extra pay for this additional charge.
- The arrangement starts with immediate effect.
- It will continue until further orders or until a regular officer joins, whichever comes first.
- Officers were told to take charge the same day (19.10.2026) without fail.
Who Decides These Arrangements?
The order clearly repeats one rule:
- All arrangements for vacant SAG and JAG posts will be decided only by the Postal Directorate.
- However, the Chief Postmasters General (CPMGs) can make short-term arrangements, for example when an officer is on leave. This helps keep the work running smoothly.
Why Should Postal Employees Know This?
You might think senior officer postings don’t affect you. But they do, in small ways:
- Approvals and files for your circle or region may now go to a different officer for some time.
- Departmental exam work, like notifications and results for GDS to MTS, GDS to Postman, and MTS to PA, is often handled at circle and regional level. A change at the top can sometimes affect timelines.
- Knowing who is in charge helps when you need to follow up on any official matter.
So it’s a good habit to keep an eye on India Post circulars and orders like this one.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When was this order issued?
On 19 October 2026 by the Personnel Division, Department of Posts.
2. Why were these posts vacant?
Because of the SAG and JAG transfer and posting order issued on 16.10.2026.
3. Will officers get extra salary for the additional charge?
No. They will do it without any extra remuneration.
4. Who now looks after PMG Logistics, Delhi Circle?
The DDG (MO), Postal Directorate.
5. Who is handling DPS HQ Ranchi?
The DPS HQ of Bihar Circle.
Final Words
This is a routine but important administrative order. It makes sure that work in Delhi, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand Circles continues without delay until new officers join.
If you’re preparing for any India Post Departmental Exam, stay updated with circulars like this. Questions on the structure of the Department of Posts, like the roles of PMG, DPS, and CPMG, often come up in Postal Assistant and MTS to PA exams. 📚