Post Office Recruitment 2025 - Your Chance for a Fulfilling Career in Gujarat Circle!
Are you a dedicated Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) serving in the Department of Posts, Gujarat Circle, and dreaming of a more permanent role with greater responsibilities? Here's your golden opportunity! The **Department of Posts, Ministry of Communication**, has just released a significant notification for a **Competitive Examination (CE)**. This exam is your direct pathway to recruitment for the coveted cadres of **Postman, Mail Guard, and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)** for the vacancy year 2025!
This is more than just a job opening; it's a chance for you to elevate your career within the esteemed Indian Post Office. While the exact number of vacancies will be announced separately, this examination provides a clear and structured route for your professional advancement. Whether you aspire to be a Postman, delivering smiles and essential services, a vigilant Mail Guard ensuring safe transit, or a crucial Multi-Tasking Staff member supporting daily operations, this exam is designed for you.
For those aiming for **Postman and Mail Guard** positions, you'll need to be a 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board (if you're a GDS currently working in DoP) or a 12th Standard pass (for other eligible candidates). Essential skills include working knowledge of computers and proficiency in the local language (for Gujarat Circle, this means Gujarati) up to the 10th standard. If you're eyeing the Postman role, a valid two-wheeler or light motor vehicle driving license is also required, though persons with benchmark disabilities are exempted. For the **MTS** roles, the good news is there's no upper age limit or minimum educational qualification required for GDS candidates, making it incredibly accessible!
Your service experience as a GDS is key: you'll need **5 years of regular engagement** for Postman/Mail Guard, and **3 years for MTS**, calculated as on January 01, 2025. The application process is straightforward: you'll need to submit the prescribed application form (look for Annexure-I in the official notification) to your Divisional Office/Controlling Unit. Make sure to mark **August 08, 2025**, as the last date for your application to be received at the Divisional Office. And get ready, because the **Competitive Examination is set for August 31, 2025, starting sharp at 10:00 AM**! The exam will be held at Regional Headquarters in Ahmedabad, Rajkot, and Vadodara. Don't let this incredible opportunity slip away – prepare diligently and step into a brighter future with the Indian Post Office!
Post Office Recruitment 2025 Overview (Gujarat Circle)
| Recruitment Organization | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communication, Gujarat Circle |
|---|---|
| Notification No. | F. No. R&E/2-9/PM/MG/MTS/1/2025 |
| Date of Notification | 16 July 2025 |
| Post Names | Postman, Mail Guard, Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) |
| Total Vacancies | To be Notified Separately |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Level-3 (Postman/Mail Guard), Level-1 (MTS) as per Pay Matrix |
| Employment Type | Full-time (Competitive Examination for GDS) |
| Application Mode | Offline (Submission of Application Form) |
| Last Date for Application Receipt | 08 August 2025 (at Divisional Office) |
| Examination Date | 31 August 2025 (Sunday) |
| Job Location | Gujarat Circle (Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Vadodara) |
| Official Website | www.indiapost.gov.in |
Important Dates for Post Office Recruitment 2025
| Activity | Schedule of Activities |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 16 July 2025 (Wednesday) |
| Last date for receipt of Application form at Divisional office/Controlling Unit | 08 August 2025 (Friday) |
| Receipt of duly filled in Application forms at the Regional Office | 13 August 2025 (Wednesday) |
| Receipt of duly filled in Application forms at the Circle Office (Nodal Officer) | 19 August 2025 (Tuesday) |
| Issue of Admit Card by CO/RO/DO to eligible Candidates | 25 August 2025 (Monday) |
| Date of Examination (Date & Time) | 31 August 2025 (Sunday) at 10:00 AM sharp |
Ensure you adhere to these crucial deadlines to be considered for the examination!
Application Fees
Based on the official notification provided, there is **no application fee specified** for this Competitive Examination for GDS. Generally, competitive examinations for departmental candidates (like GDS) do not involve an application fee.
Post Office Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025):
- For Postman and Mail Guard: Should be within fifty (50) years. (Relaxable for different categories as notified by the Government of India from time to time).
- For Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): There shall be no upper age limit for GDSs appearing in this Competitive Examination.
Educational Qualification & Service Eligibility (as on 01 January 2025):
- For Postman and Mail Guard:
- Educational Qualification: 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board (for Gramin Dak Sevaks working in Department of Posts) AND 12th Standard pass from a recognized Board (for all others).
- Computer Knowledge: Working knowledge on Computer.
- Local Language: Possesses knowledge of local language (Gujarati for Gujarat Circle) and should have studied local language at least up to 10th standard.
- Driving License (for Postman only): Possesses a valid license to drive two-wheeler or light motor vehicle. (Persons with Disability are exempted).
- Service Eligibility: Five (05) years regular engagement as Gramin Dak Sevaks.
- For Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS):
- Educational Qualification: No minimum educational qualifications required for appearing in Competitive Examination from GDS to MTS.
- Service Eligibility: Three (3) Years regular engagement as Gramin Dak Sevaks.
Post Office Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The selection for Postman, Mail Guard, and MTS will be based on a Competitive Examination (CE) as per the revised pattern and syllabus. Here's a breakdown of the examination structure:
The examination will consist of multiple papers:
- Paper-I: Basic Postal Knowledge and General Awareness (60 Minutes, 60 Marks)
- Paper-II: Knowledge of Postal Operations (30 Minutes, 50 Marks) - *Only for Postman / Mail Guard*
- Paper-III: Knowledge of Local Language (60 Minutes, 50 Marks) - *Qualifying in nature, only for Postman / Mail Guard* (MTS candidates need not appear)
- Paper-IV: Data Entry Skill Test (DEST) (15 Minutes, 25 Marks) - *Qualifying in nature, only for Postman / Mail Guard* (Held separately at a later date)
Paper-I, II & III will be conducted in continuity without any break.
For MTS, only performance in **Paper-I** will be considered for the merit list, provided the candidate secures minimum qualifying marks in Paper-I.
For Postman / Mail Guard, performance in both **Paper-I and Paper-II (combined total marks)** will be considered for the merit list. Candidates must also secure minimum qualifying marks in Paper-III (Local Language Test) and Paper-IV (DEST) separately to be eligible for selection.
- The number of candidates to be shortlisted for DEST will be 3 times the total vacancy of Postman and Mail Guard.
- DEST will be conducted only in ENGLISH for 15 minutes on a computer (600 key depressions with 15% error allowed).
- Preference/Option for posts and Divisions/Units must be clearly indicated in the application form (Annexure-II).
How to Apply Offline for Post Office Recruitment 2025?
The application process for this Competitive Examination is offline. Please follow these steps carefully to ensure your application is submitted correctly:
The application form (Annexure-I) is enclosed with the official notification. Click on the "Download Application Form" link below to access the PDF, then print out Annexure-I.
Fill out all particulars in the application form in **BLOCK letters**. Ensure all information is accurate and complete. Affix a recent passport-sized photograph, duly attested by your Divisional Head / Unit Head, in the designated space.
Attach self-attested copies of the following documents:
- Matriculation certificate/Mark sheet (for Date of Birth proof and Educational Qualification).
- Mark sheets of other educational qualifications.
- Category certificate (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable.
- Disability certificate (if applicable).
- Valid driving license (for Postman post, if not PwD).
- Any other relevant documents to support your eligibility.
Submit the duly filled application form along with all self-attested documents to your respective **Divisional Office/Controlling Unit**. Ensure it is submitted before the last date for receipt at the Divisional Office.
The last date for receipt of Application form at Divisional office/Controlling Unit is **08 August 2025 (Friday)**.
It is highly recommended to keep a photocopy of your submitted application form and all attached documents for your records.
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View All Posts by Ankul KumarFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A1: This recruitment is for Postman, Mail Guard, and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) cadres.
A2: The last date for receipt of applications at the Divisional Office/Controlling Unit is August 08, 2025.
A3: The examination is scheduled for August 31, 2025 (Sunday).
A4: No application fee is specified in this notification for the GDS Competitive Examination.
A5: For GDSs, the age limit for Postman/Mail Guard is within 50 years as on January 01, 2025.
A6: For MTS, 3 years of regular engagement as Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) is required as on January 01, 2025.
A7: A valid driving license for a two-wheeler or light motor vehicle is mandatory only for the Postman cadre (exempted for PwD). It is not required for Mail Guard or MTS.
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