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Introduction
The Office of the Chief Postmaster General, Kerala Circle, Thiruvananthapuram, has issued a new posting order for officers in the STS/JTS cadre. The order is dated 22 October 2026 and takes effect immediately.
This order is part of a wider re-organisation and rebalancing exercise in the Kerala Postal Circle. Two senior officers have been given new roles, and an additional charge arrangement has been made for the RMS TV Division.
If you work in the Kerala Circle or follow India Post Latest News, here is everything you need to know in simple words.
Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Office of the Chief Postmaster General, Kerala Circle |
| Order No. | ST/1-2/Rebalancing/2026(i) |
| Order date | 22-10-2026 |
| Based on | Circle Office Memo No. EST/1-1/2026/Re-Org dated 22-10-2026 |
| Cadre | STS/JTS |
| Effective from | Immediate effect, until further orders |
| Signed by | Rahul R, APMG (HR) |
Officers Posted Under This Order
| Sl. No. | Name | Present Designation | Posted As | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shri Rahul R | APMG (HR), O/o Chief PMG, Kerala Circle | APMG (Vig/Inv/Inspc), O/o Chief PMG, Kerala Circle | In the interest of service |
| 2 | Smt. Smitha Sagar | SSRM, TV Division, Thiruvananthapuram | APMG (Logistics), O/o PMG Logistics, Kochi | In the interest of service |
In simple terms:
- Rahul R moves from the HR wing to the Vigilance, Investigation and Inspection wing. He stays in the Circle Office, Thiruvananthapuram.
- Smitha Sagar moves from heading the RMS TV Division to the Logistics wing in Kochi.
Additional Charge of SSRM, TV Division
With Smitha Sagar moving to Kochi, the RMS TV Division needed someone to take charge. The order says:
- The SSPOs, Thiruvananthapuram North Division will hold additional charge of SSRM, TV Division, Thiruvananthapuram.
- This is in addition to her own duties.
- There will be no extra pay for this additional charge.
- The arrangement continues until further orders.
Other Key Instructions in the Order
- Portfolio changes: The rearrangement of portfolios must follow the instructions in the Circle Office re-organisation memo dated 22-10-2026.
- Charge reports: These will be sent to all concerned in due course.
- Immediate joining: The SSRM, RMS TV Division has been directed to join the new post immediately, without taking joining time.
- Accommodation: The Manager, MMS has been asked to arrange suitable accommodation as per the re-organisation letter.
- Hindi version: A Hindi version of the order will be issued later.
Who Received a Copy of This Order
The order has been shared with senior offices, including:
- Secretary (Posts) and DG Posts, Dak Bhawan, New Delhi
- DDG (P), Dak Bhawan, New Delhi
- PMG Central Region, Kochi and PMG Logistics, Kochi
- DPS Northern Region, Calicut and DPS HQ Region, Thiruvananthapuram
- Director of Accounts (Postal), Kerala Circle
- SSPOs Thiruvananthapuram North and Kollam Divisions
- SPOs Thiruvananthapuram South, Tiruvalla and Pathanamthitta
- All Group Officers, Circle Office
- All recognised Service Unions
Why This Matters for India Post Employees
Officer postings may look like an administrative matter, but they affect daily work at the ground level.
- Vigilance and inspection work in the Circle now has a new APMG in charge.
- RMS TV Division staff, including Sorting Assistants and Mail Guards, will now report to the SSPOs, Thiruvananthapuram North Division, for the time being.
- Logistics operations in Kochi get a new APMG.
Staying updated with India Post Circulars helps you know who handles your division’s administration, leave, transfers and promotion matters.
A Note for Promotion Exam Aspirants
Every senior officer in India Post began somewhere in the department, and growth often starts with departmental exams. If you are a GDS, MTS or Postman in Kerala, your next step could be:
- GDS to MTS Departmental Exam
- GDS to Postman Departmental Exam
- MTS to PA or Postman to PA Departmental Exam
Start your preparation with:
- The latest GDS to MTS Syllabus and Postal Assistant Syllabus
- India Post Previous Year Question Papers
- Regular India Post Mock Tests
- Reliable India Post Study Material
- Guided India Post Online Classes that fit around your duty hours
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the Kerala Circle STS/JTS posting order 2026?
It is an order dated 22-10-2026 that posts two officers to new roles as part of a Circle-wide re-organisation and rebalancing.
Q2. Who is the new APMG (Vigilance/Investigation/Inspection) in Kerala Circle?
Shri Rahul R, who was previously APMG (HR).
Q3. Where has Smitha Sagar been posted?
She has been posted as APMG (Logistics) in the Office of PMG Logistics, Kochi.
Q4. Who holds charge of SSRM, TV Division now?
The SSPOs, Thiruvananthapuram North Division, holds additional charge without extra pay.
Q5. When does this order take effect?
Immediately, and it stays in force until further orders.