SEO Title: India Post Recruitment 2026: Staff Car Driver Vacancy in Tamil Nadu Circle – Eligibility, Salary, Syllabus & How to Apply
India Post Mail Motor Service Chennai has released 24 Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) vacancies in Tamil Nadu Circle. 10th pass with LMV & HMV licence can apply offline by 30.11.2026. Check salary, age limit, exam pattern and syllabus.
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Quick Summary
Good news for drivers in Tamil Nadu! The Office of the Senior Manager, Mail Motor Service (MMS), Chennai has released a new India Post Recruitment notification dated 29 October 2026 for the post of Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade).
There are 24 vacancies in Tamil Nadu Circle. If you have passed 10th class and hold a valid LMV and HMV driving licence with 3 years of driving experience, you can apply.
Last date: 30 November 2026, by 5:00 PM (applications by Speed Post only).
Notification at a Glance
- Department: Department of Posts, India
- Issued by: Senior Manager, Mail Motor Service, Chennai
- Notification No.: MSE/B9/XVI/2022-2023
- Notification Date: 29.10.2026
- Post Name: Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade)
- Group: General Central Service, Group-C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial
- Total Vacancies: 24
- Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level 2, 7th CPC) + allowances
- Probation: 2 years
- Application Mode: Offline, by Speed Post only
- Last Date: 30.11.2026 (till 17:00 hours)
- Official Websites: www.indiapost.gov.in and tamilnadupost.nic.in
Category-Wise Vacancies
| UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Ex-Servicemen* | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 03 | – | 07 | 01 | 02 | 24 |
*The 2 Ex-Servicemen seats are included in the total and will be adjusted horizontally in the respective category.
Region and Division-Wise Vacancies
| Region | Division / Unit | Total | UR | SC | OBC | EWS | ESM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Region | Tiruchirappalli | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| MM Region | MMS, Chennai | 15 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 2* |
| Southern Region | MMS Madurai | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| Southern Region | RO, Madurai | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| Western Region | Salem West | 3 | 2 | – | 1 | – | – |
| Western Region | MMS, Coimbatore | 3 (2 + 1 backlog) | 1 | 1 | 1 (backlog) | – | – |
| Total | 24 | 13 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 2* |
Most seats (15) are in MMS Chennai.
Salary
- Pay Level: Level 2 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix
- Pay Scale: ₹19,900 to ₹63,200
- Plus DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other admissible allowances
A stable central government job with good growth and job security.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 30.11.2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 18 to 27 years |
| OBC | Up to 30 years (3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | Up to 32 years (5 years relaxation) |
| Government Servants | Up to 40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years after deducting military service (6 years for OBC, 8 years for SC/ST) |
Educational and Other Qualifications
- Pass in 10th Standard from a recognized board
- Valid driving licence for Light (LMV) and Heavy (HMV) motor vehicles
- At least 3 years of experience driving light and heavy motor vehicles
- Knowledge of motor mechanism – should be able to fix minor defects in a vehicle
Desirable: 3 years of service as a Home Guard or Civil Volunteer.
Application Fee
- ₹100 for UR / OBC / EWS (male) candidates
- No fee for Women, SC and ST candidates
- Pay through e-payment at any computerized post office using the Challan form
- E-Biller Name: Senior Manager, MMS Chennai, CPMG Tamil Nadu Circle
- E-Biller ID: 1000099022
- Paste the original post office receipt on the application form
- Fee once paid will not be refunded
Selection Process
The exam has 2 stages with a total of 100 marks:
Stage I – Theory Test (80 Marks, 90 Minutes)
Multiple choice questions in English, Hindi and Tamil.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | General Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Part II | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| Part III | Simple Arithmetic | 15 | 15 |
| Part IV | Road Sense, Vehicle Maintenance, Traffic Rules & Pollution | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 80 | 80 |
Stage II – Practical Test (20 Marks, 40 Minutes)
| Paper | Topic | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Motor mechanism – finding defects, minor repairs, changing and inflating wheels | 10 | 20 minutes |
| Paper II | Heavy Motor Vehicle driving – gear, clutch, accelerator, steering control and reversing | 10 | 20 minutes |
Minimum Qualifying Marks (each paper)
- SC / ST: 33%
- OBC / EWS: 37%
- Others: 40%
How the Final Merit Is Made
- Only those who pass Stage I can sit for Stage II.
- You must pass each paper of Stage II.
- Final merit = total marks of Stage I + Stage II.
- If a selected candidate does not join, the next person in the merit list may get the post. No waiting list is kept otherwise.
Detailed Syllabus
Part I – General Knowledge: Current events, sports, history and culture of India, geography of India, Indian economy, general polity, Indian constitution, Who’s Who of India.
Part II – Reasoning: Analytical aptitude, patterns, analogies, similarities and differences, space visualization, spatial orientation, visual memory.
Part III – Simple Arithmetic: Number system, whole numbers, decimals and fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion, averages, interest, profit and loss, discount, time and distance, time and work.
Part IV – Road Sense & Vehicle Knowledge: Traffic rules, signals and road markings, Motor Vehicles Act, vehicle parts, licensing, registration, insurance, offences and penalties, toolkit, vehicle security and maintenance, accident claims, GPS, and mechanical vs electric vehicles.
How to Apply – Step by Step
- Download the notification and application form from www.indiapost.gov.in or tamilnadupost.nic.in.
- Fill the form neatly in Hindi, English or Tamil, without any cuttings, and sign it.
- Paste one self-attested passport-size photo on the form and attach one more.
- Pay the fee (if applicable) at any computerized post office and paste the original receipt.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of the documents listed below.
- Send the application by Speed Post only to:
The Senior Manager (Group-A), Mail Motor Service, No. 37, Greams Road, Chennai – 600 006
It must reach on or before 30.11.2026 by 5:00 PM.
Documents to Attach (Self-Attested Copies)
- Age proof
- 10th class certificate
- Community certificate (SC / ST / OBC) in Government of India format
- EWS Income & Asset certificate for 2025–26 (EWS candidates)
- Driving licence showing date of first issue and validity of LMV and HMV
- Experience certificate from a Gazetted Officer or the head of a registered firm, with full address, pincode, and separate dates for LMV and HMV experience
- Ex-Servicemen: service and trade proof
Do not send original certificates.
Common Mistakes That Lead to Rejection
- Application not sent by Speed Post
- Unsigned, incomplete or late form
- Photos not self-attested
- Fee not paid (if applicable)
- Missing or wrong-format category / EWS certificate
- Under-age or over-age
- Experience certificate without full address and pincode
- Licence copy without complete details
- Ex-Servicemen without a driver trade or service certificate
Double-check your form before posting it!
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FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there for Staff Car Driver in Tamil Nadu Circle? There are 24 vacancies in total.
Q2. What is the last date to apply? 30 November 2026, by 5:00 PM. The form must reach the office by then.
Q3. What is the minimum qualification? 10th pass, a valid LMV and HMV driving licence, and at least 3 years of driving experience.
Q4. What is the salary? ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month (Level 2) plus allowances.
Q5. Can I apply online? No. Applications must be sent offline by Speed Post only.
Q6. Do women have to pay the fee? No. Women, SC and ST candidates are exempt from the fee.