Good news for every Postal Assistant and Sorting Assistant in Odisha Circle. The Office of the Chief Postmaster General, Odisha Circle, has released the notification for the PO & RMS Accountant Examination 2026.
The exam will be held on 1st November 2026 (Sunday). If you have been waiting for a departmental promotion chance this year, this is it.
Below is everything explained in simple language – dates, eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, qualifying marks and the division-wise vacancy list.
Quick Overview
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | PO & RMS Accountant Examination 2026 |
| Circle | Odisha Circle, Bhubaneswar |
| Notification No. | RE/30-8/2026 dated 08.09.2026 |
| Exam Date | 01.11.2026 (Sunday) |
| Mode | Offline, descriptive, with books |
| Papers | Paper-I and Paper-II (100 marks each) |
| Total Vacancies | 28 (tentative) |
| Who Can Apply | PA / SA with 3 years continuous service |
Important Dates – Note Them Down
- Issue of notification: 08.09.2026
- Last date for application at Division Office: 01.10.2026
- Last date for application at Circle Office: 07.10.2026
- Circle Office to intimate permitted / not permitted candidates: on or before 23.10.2026
- Issue of Admit Cards (Hall Permits): 26.10.2026
- Date of Examination: 01.11.2026 (Sunday)
Do not wait for the last day. Applications that reach late, or are not filled properly, can be rejected.
Who Is Eligible? (Eligibility Criteria)
As per Rule 273 of Postal Manual Volume-IV, you can apply if:
- You are working as a Postal Assistant (PA) or Sorting Assistant (SA).
- You have not less than 3 years of continuous service as PA/SA as on the last date of receipt of application, i.e. 01.10.2026.
- You have been declared permanent or quasi-permanent before that date.
- You have a consistently good service record for the preceding 3 years.
Who Cannot Apply
- PA (SBCO)
- PA (CO/RO)
- LSG officials
These categories are not eligible as per Directorate letter No. 8-1/2016-SPB-II dated 19.02.2019.
Exam Pattern – Simple Explanation
- Two papers, both with books (open book type).
- Each paper is of 100 marks and 3 hours.
- Paper-I: 01.11.2026, 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM
- Paper-II: 01.11.2026, 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM
- Question split: 1/3 theoretical + 2/3 practical
- Marks split: Theory 30 marks + Practical 70 marks
- Some questions in both portions will be compulsory.
- You can answer in Hindi, English or Odia (mention your choice in the form).
Important benefit: If you score 60% or more in a particular paper, you are exempted from that paper in the next two examinations.
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Paper-I | Paper-II | Aggregate |
|---|---|---|---|
| OC (General) | 45% | 45% | 50% |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 38% | 38% | 43% |
Note: PwBD candidates now get qualifying marks at par with SC/ST – reduced from 45% to 38% in each paper and 50% to 43% in aggregate, as per Directorate letter F. No. X-8/2/2022-SPN-II dated 28.04.2026. This is a big relief for PwBD candidates.
PO & RMS Accountant Syllabus 2026
Paper-I (With Books) – 3 Hours, 100 Marks
Part-I
- FRs 1 to 56
- SRs 1 to 203
- CCS (Joining Time) Rules, 1979
- CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972
- CCS (Pension) Rules, 1972 and New Pension Scheme Rules
- GPF (CS) Rules, 1960
Part-II
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- City Compensatory Allowance
- Children Education Allowance
- Gramin Dak Sevak Service Rules (Sections III, VI, VII, IX, XI)
Paper-II (With Books) – 3 Hours, 100 Marks
Part-I
- FHB Volume I & II
- Postal Manual Volume II (Chapters IV, V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XII)
- Schedule of Financial Powers of the Department of Posts
- Core System Integration Manual in SAP environment (Finance & Accounts functions), HR Pay Roll Management Manual
Part-II
- Postal Manual Volume VI Part I, II, VII, XII, XVI, XVII
- Postal Manual Volume VI Part II (relating to MOS, IPOS, BPOS)
- Overtime Allowance, Medical Reimbursement, CGHS, HBA, LTC & Group Insurance Scheme
- Procurement of Goods & Services (GFR, Handbook on GeM)
This syllabus is as per Directorate letter No. X-8/2/2022-SPN-II dated 18.04.2023.
Division-Wise Tentative Vacancy Position (Annexure-IV)
| Sl. No. | Division / Unit | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhubaneswar | 1* |
| 2 | Puri | 1* |
| 3 | Cuttack City | 2 |
| 4 | Jajpur | 1 |
| 5 | Kendrapara | 2 |
| 6 | Cuttack South | 1 |
| 7 | Balasore | 1 |
| 8 | Bhadrak | 1 |
| 9 | Mayurbhanj | 1* |
| 10 | Rairangpur | 1 |
| 11 | Nayagarh | 0 |
| 12 | Sundergarh | 2 |
| 13 | Sambalpur | 1 |
| 14 | Rourkela | 1 |
| 15 | Balangir | 1 |
| 16 | Dhenkanal | 2 |
| 17 | Keonjhar | 1 |
| 18 | Berhampur | 1* |
| 19 | Koraput | 1 |
| 20 | Rayagada | 2 |
| 21 | Phulbani | 2 |
| 22 | Kalahandi | 0 |
| 23 | Aska | 1 |
| 24 | RMS ‘N’ | 0 |
| 25 | RMS ‘K’ | 1 |
| 26 | RMS ‘BG’ | 0 |
| Total | 28 |
* Single token vacancy as per Directorate letter No. 9-9/81-SPB-II dated 15.05.1991.
Vacancies are tentative and can change.
Please note two important rules:
- If qualified officials are available in a Division but the vacancy is Nil, officials of that Division cannot appear in the exam.
- If the vacancy is Nil and no qualified officials are available, the exam is held for a single token vacancy.
How to Apply – Step by Step
- Fill the application in the prescribed proforma (Annexure-I).
- Affix two passport size photographs with the form.
- Submit it to your Divisional / Unit Head on or before 01.10.2026.
- Divisions under RO Berhampur / Sambalpur must route applications through their Regional Offices.
- The Division verifies your details with your Service Book / PF records and forwards it with the Annexure-III proforma report (Excel sheet) to Circle Office by 07.10.2026.
- After Circle Office approval, the Divisional / Unit Head issues the Hall Permit with your attested photo.
- Roll Numbers will be assigned by Circle Office.
Applications that are incomplete, not verified, or submitted late are liable to be rejected.
What You Must Fill in Annexure-I
- Full name in block letters and present designation (PA / SA)
- Office to which attached
- Community (SC / ST / PwBD)
- Date of entry into Government service
- Date from which continuously working in PA/SA cadre
- Date of permanency
- Length of service in PA/SA cadre as on 01.10.2026
- Number of chances already availed (with Roll Number and year)
- Whether this is your 1st / 2nd / 3rd / 4th chance
- Serial number in the Circle / Division Gradation List
- Language preference – Hindi / English / Odia
How to Prepare for the PO & RMS Accountant Exam
Even though it is an open book exam, most candidates fail because they cannot find the rule fast enough. Books are allowed – time is not.
- Know your books, not just the rules. Practise flipping to FRs, SRs, FHB and Postal Manual Volumes quickly.
- Focus on practical questions. 70 out of 100 marks come from practical problems – pay fixation, leave calculation, pension, GPF, DA/HRA arrears.
- Solve previous year question papers. The same style of practical sums repeat every year.
- Use sticky tabs and index markers on your manuals before the exam day.
- Attempt mock tests with a timer. Three hours go very fast in a with-books exam.
- Give Paper-I your best shot. 60% marks means exemption in the next two exams – that is a huge advantage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When is the PO & RMS Accountant Exam 2026? On 01.11.2026 (Sunday). Paper-I from 10 AM to 1 PM and Paper-II from 2 PM to 5 PM.
Q. Is it an open book exam? Yes. Both papers are held with books.
Q. What is the last date to apply? 01.10.2026 at the Division Office and 07.10.2026 at the Circle Office.
Q. How many chances do I get? The application form asks whether it is your 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th chance, so a maximum of four chances.
Q. When will I get my admit card? Hall Permits will be issued from 26.10.2026 by the Divisional / Unit Head after Circle Office approval.
Q. Are PwBD candidates given relaxation? Yes. From 2026, PwBD candidates need 38% in each paper and 43% in aggregate, at par with SC/ST candidates.
Final Word
The PO & RMS Accountant post is one of the most respected departmental promotions in India Post. Only 28 tentative vacancies are available in Odisha Circle this year, and you have less than a month to apply. Check your eligibility, fill Annexure-I carefully, get it verified from your Divisional Head, and start revising the practical portion today.
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