Two important Office Memorandums (OM) have been issued by the SR Section, Department of Posts, Dak Bhawan, New Delhi.
One is about the Five-Day Work Week for Operative Staff. The other is about the Common Organisation Structure and bifurcation of Postal Administrative Units.
Both letters are now moving inside the Directorate for further action.
If you are a GDS, MTS, Postman, Mail Guard, Postal Assistant or Sorting Assistant, these two files directly affect your working life. Let us understand both in very simple words.
⚠️ Please read this first: These are forwarding memorandums, not final orders. The Directorate has forwarded union letters to the concerned divisions for necessary action. No decision has been announced yet. Do not believe any post claiming “5-day week approved”.
Update 1 — Five-Day Work Week for Operative Staff
Letter Details
| Point | Detail |
|---|---|
| File No. | SR-10/16/2023-SR-DOP |
| Issued By | Department of Posts (SR Section), Dak Bhawan, Sansad Marg, New Delhi – 110001 |
| Subject | Regarding implementation of Five-Day Work Week for Operative Staff in the Department of Posts |
| Reference Letter | FNPO/5day week/2026 dated 20.08.2026 |
| Received From | Secretary General, Federation of National Postal Organisations (FNPO) |
| Marked To | ADG (PO) and ADG (SPN) |
| Signed By | Nahar Singh Meena, Assistant Director General (SR & Legal) |
| Digitally Signed On | 02.09.2026 |
What It Says (In Simple Words)
- FNPO wrote to the Department on 20.08.2026 asking for a five-day work week for operative staff.
- The SR Section has forwarded that letter to ADG (PO) and ADG (SPN).
- Both wings have been requested to take necessary action.
- A copy has been sent to the Secretary General, FNPO, T-24, Atul Grove Road, New Delhi.
Why This Matters for Postal Staff
- Operative staff means the staff working in post offices and RMS — Postal Assistants, Sorting Assistants, Postmen, Mail Guards and MTS.
- At present, most operative offices work on a six-day week, while administrative offices already follow a five-day week.
- If accepted, this would be one of the biggest working-condition changes in India Post in decades.
- But remember — the file has only started moving. ADG (PO) and ADG (SPN) will now examine the operational side: delivery schedules, mail transmission, counter hours and public service impact.
Update 2 — Common Organisation Structure & Bifurcation of Postal Administrative Units
Letter Details
| Point | Detail |
|---|---|
| File No. | SR-18/2/2024-SR-DOP |
| Issued By | Department of Posts (SR Section), Dak Bhawan, New Delhi – 110001 |
| Subject | Representations received from various Associations |
| Marked To | ADG (Establishment, Personnel Division, DOP) |
| Signed By | Nahar Singh Meena, Assistant Director General (SR & Legal) |
| Digitally Signed On | 03.09.2026 |
Two Union References Enclosed
(i) FNPO letter — Common Organisation Structure
- Letter no. FNPO/Common Organization structure/DoP dated 12.08.2026
- From the Secretary General, Federation of National Postal Organisations
- Subject matter: practical difficulties, operational implications and suggestions for ensuring smooth public service delivery
- Marked to PE-II
(ii) NUPE letter — Bifurcation of Postal Administrative Units
- Letter no. NUPE/144/Bifurcation of Postal Administrative Unit/2026 dated 04.08.2026
- From the General Secretary, National Union of Postal Employees, Postmen & MTS Gr. C
- Demand: consultation with CHQ-level Staff Unions before finalisation of proposals for bifurcation / reorganisation of Postal Administrative Units
- Marked to Establishment
Why This Matters
- Bifurcation / reorganisation of administrative units means the possible splitting or restructuring of divisions and units.
- This can directly change cadre strength, division boundaries, posting places and transfer chances of Postmen, MTS and Gr. C staff.
- NUPE’s demand is simple — talk to the unions first, then finalise the proposal.
- The Common Organisation Structure issue is linked to how India Post is reorganising itself for better public service delivery.
Quick Comparison of Both Memorandums
| Point | 5-Day Work Week OM | Common Structure / Bifurcation OM |
|---|---|---|
| File No. | SR-10/16/2023-SR-DOP | SR-18/2/2024-SR-DOP |
| Signed On | 02.09.2026 | 03.09.2026 |
| Union | FNPO | FNPO + NUPE Postmen & MTS Gr. C |
| Union Letter Date | 20.08.2026 | 12.08.2026 and 04.08.2026 |
| Forwarded To | ADG (PO), ADG (SPN) | ADG (Establishment, Personnel Division) |
| Stage | Under examination | Under examination |
| Final Order Issued? | ❌ Not yet | ❌ Not yet |
What Happens Next?
Here is the normal file journey inside Dak Bhawan:
- Union submits a representation to the Directorate
- SR Section forwards it to the concerned wing (PO / SPN / Establishment / PE-II)
- The concerned wing examines rules, cost, staff strength and operational impact
- If needed, the matter goes for consultation or committee discussion
- Approval of the Competent Authority is taken
- Finally, a circular or order is issued and uploaded on indiapost.gov.in
Right now, both files are at Step 2 to 3. So keep patience and keep watching official India Post Circulars.
How to Verify Any India Post Circular Yourself
Fake screenshots spread very fast in WhatsApp groups. Always check these five things:
- ✅ File number — every genuine letter has one (like SR-10/16/2023-SR-DOP)
- ✅ Date and digital signature on the letter
- ✅ Designation of the signing officer (here: ADG SR & Legal)
- ✅ “To” and “Copy to” portion — genuine letters always list them
- ✅ Cross-check on indiapost.gov.in or your Circle Office circular page
Why Departmental Exam Aspirants Should Read This Too
If you are preparing for the GDS to MTS Departmental Exam, GDS to Postman, MTS to PA or Postman to PA exam, this is not just news — it is syllabus material.
- Service Association and JCM/SR machinery questions come in departmental exams
- Knowing the difference between FNPO and NUPE and their role is basic India Post GK
- File flow, OM format, noting and drafting, “Competent Authority” — all of this is in the IP Material 2026 and in your syllabus
- Questions on organisational structure of the Department of Posts are asked almost every year
Study tip: whenever a new circular comes, read it once as a rule, not just as news. That habit alone adds 4–5 marks in your exam.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Has the 5-day work week been approved in India Post? No. As of now, only the FNPO’s letter dated 20.08.2026 has been forwarded to ADG (PO) and ADG (SPN) for necessary action. No approval order has been issued.
Q2. Who will be covered under the five-day work week if approved? The demand is for operative staff — the staff working in post offices and RMS, such as PA/SA, Postmen, Mail Guards and MTS.
Q3. What is bifurcation of Postal Administrative Units? It means splitting or reorganising existing postal divisions and administrative units. NUPE has demanded that CHQ-level unions be consulted before any proposal is finalised.
Q4. Who signed both memorandums? Shri Nahar Singh Meena, Assistant Director General (SR & Legal), Department of Posts, Dak Bhawan, New Delhi.
Q5. Where can I download these OMs? Check the official India Post website indiapost.gov.in and your Circle Office circular section for the uploaded copies.
Final Words
Two files. Two big issues. One clear message — India Post is actively examining both the five-day work week and the reorganisation of administrative units.
Nothing is final yet. But the direction is now on record.
Stay updated. Do not spread unverified screenshots. And if you are an aspirant, turn every circular into a study note. 📖