India Post Tamil Nadu Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 Opens for 24 Vacancies
The Department of Posts has listed a direct recruitment notice for 24 Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) posts in Tamil Nadu Circle. The recruitment is being handled by Mail Motor Service, Chennai. Eligible candidates must submit a prescribed offline application by Speed Post; the application must reach the designated office by the stated deadline.
Recruitment Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | Department of Posts, Tamil Nadu Circle |
| Post | Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) |
| Vacancies | 24 |
| Application mode | Offline, by Speed Post |
| Pay level | Level 2; ₹19,900–₹63,200 |
| Last date to reach the office | November 30, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. |
Vacancy Distribution
The notification lists vacancies across units in Chennai, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai, Salem West and Coimbatore. Category totals are reported as 13 unreserved, three Scheduled Caste, seven Other Backward Class and one Economically Weaker Section post. Two posts are earmarked horizontally for ex-servicemen and are included within the total of 24, not additional vacancies. Candidates should use the official notification to confirm unit-wise allocation and reservation conditions.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants should have passed Class 10 from a recognised board or institute. They must hold valid driving licences for both light motor vehicles and heavy motor vehicles, have at least three years of driving experience, and know basic motor mechanics well enough to identify and address minor vehicle defects. The stated age range is 18 to 27 years, with applicable relaxations as set out in the notification.
Application Fee and How to Apply
The application fee is ₹100. Women and SC/ST candidates are exempt, as specified in the recruitment notice. Candidates should complete the prescribed form, attach the required documents and photographs, and include proof of fee payment where applicable. The application must be sent by Speed Post to:
The Senior Manager, Mail Motor Service, No. 37, Greams Road, Chennai – 600 006
Applications must reach this address by 5:00 p.m. on November 30, 2026. Posting the form on the final date may not be sufficient if it arrives after the deadline, so applicants should allow for delivery time and keep the Speed Post receipt.
Selection and Candidate Checklist
| Before sending the form | Check |
|---|---|
| Education | Class 10 pass certificate and supporting documents |
| Driving credentials | Valid LMV and HMV licences |
| Experience | Documents supporting the required driving experience |
| Fee | ₹100 payment or proof of exemption, if applicable |
| Delivery | Speed Post submission early enough to arrive by the deadline |
Selection stages and document requirements should be checked in the detailed notification before applying. Candidates should rely on the Department of Posts’ official vacancy page for the notice and any corrigendum.
Important Dates
- October 29, 2026: Notification dated.
- November 30, 2026, 5:00 p.m.: Application deadline; forms must reach the Chennai office.
Official Link
India Post vacancies and recruitment notices: https://www.indiapost.gov.in/vacancies
