India Post Skilled Artisan Recruitment 2026

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India Post Skilled Artisan Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 19 Posts

The Department of Posts, Mail Motor Services (Kolkata), under the Ministry of Communications, Government of India, has officially released the recruitment notification for Skilled Artisan / Tradesmen positions. A total of 19 vacancies have been announced across various technical trades. Eligible and interested candidates can apply through the offline application mode starting from 29 October 2026.
The last date to send the completed offline application form via Speed Post is 30 November 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
Complete details regarding trade distribution, eligibility requirements, salary structure, and step-by-step application instructions are outlined below.

India Post Skilled Artisan Recruitment 2026: Overview

Attribute Details
Recruiting Organization Department of Posts, India Post (Mail Motor Services, Kolkata)
Post Name Skilled Artisan / Tradesman
Total Vacancies 19 Posts
Pay Scale ₹19,900 – ₹63,200/- (Level 2 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC) + Admissible Allowances
Job Location Kolkata, West Bengal
Application Mode Offline (By Speed Post only)
Official Website indiapost.gov.in

Important Dates

  • Notification Release Date: 29 October 2026
  • Application Start Date: 29 October 2026
  • Last Date to Apply (Receipt of Application): 30 November 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
  • Trade Test Date: To be announced later

Trade-Wise Vacancy Details

Trade Name Total Vacancies
MV Mechanic 08 Posts
MV Electrician 04 Posts
Tyreman 02 Posts
Blacksmith 01 Post
Painter 01 Post
Upholsterer 01 Post
Carpenter & Joiner 02 Posts
Total 19 Posts

Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

1. Educational & Technical Qualifications:

  • Route 1 (Trade Certificate): A certificate in the respective trade from any technical institution recognized by the Government (ITI).
  • Route 2 (Experience Route): Passed 8th Standard with at least one year of experience in the respective trade.
  • Additional Requirement for MV Mechanic: Candidates applying for the MV Mechanic trade must possess a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) & Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving licence.

2. Age Limit:

  • Age Range: 18 to 30 Years (as per the specific historical baseline/notification reference date).
  • Age Relaxations: Upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and as per Central Government guidelines for government servants and ex-servicemen.

Selection Process

The selection methodology for India Post Skilled Artisan recruitment comprises:
  1. Scrutiny of Applications: Checking eligibility parameters, documents, and certificates.
  2. Competitive Trade Test: Shortlisted candidates will undergo a practical/competitive test in their respective trades. Final selection is based on trade test performance, prescribed qualifications, and category-wise vacancies.

Step-by-Step: How to Apply Offline

Because this is an offline recruitment process, candidates must follow these steps carefully:
  1. Step 1: Download the official notification and the prescribed application form format from the India Post website (indiapost.gov.in) or reliable recruitment portals.
  2. Step 2: Take a clear printout of the application form and fill in all mandatory details carefully in block letters.
  3. Step 3: Affix a recent self-attested passport-size photograph on the application form.
  4. Step 4: Attach self-attested photocopies of all necessary supporting documents (proof of age, 8th mark sheet / ITI certificate, experience certificate, community/caste certificate if claiming reservation, and valid HMV driving license if applying for MV Mechanic).
  5. Step 5: Place the application form and enclosures inside an envelope. Superscribe the envelope clearly with: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF SKILLED ARTISAN UNDER THE TRADE OF [_______]”.
  6. Step 6: Send the application package strictly via Speed Post only to the following official postal address so that it reaches on or before 30 November 2026 (5:00 PM):
Postal Address for Submission:
The Senior Manager,
Mail Motor Services,
139, Beleghata Road,
Kolkata – 700015, West Bengal
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to submit offline applications for India Post Skilled Artisan Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date for receipt of filled application forms is 30 November 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Q2: What is the required educational qualification?
Ans: Candidates must either hold a recognized ITI trade certificate OR have passed the 8th standard with 1 year of practical experience in the respective trade.
Q3: Through which mode should the application be sent?
Ans: Applications must be sent strictly via Speed Post to the Mail Motor Services office in Kolkata.

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