The Department of Posts, Tamil Nadu Circle, through the Senior Manager, Mail Motor Service (MMS), Chennai, has released Notification No. MSE/B9/XVI/2022-2023 dated 29 October 2026 for 24 Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) posts. The posts are at Chennai, Coimbatore, Salem West, Madurai and Tiruchirappalli, with 15 posts at MMS Chennai alone.
Candidates who have passed Class 10, hold a valid driving licence for both light and heavy motor vehicles, and have at least 3 years of driving experience can apply offline by Speed Post. The application must reach Chennai by 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM. Selection is through a theory test (80 marks) and a practical test (20 marks), and the post carries Pay Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200).
India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications |
| Recruiting Office | Mail Motor Service, Chennai – Tamil Nadu Circle |
| Notification No. | MSE/B9/XVI/2022-2023 and MSE/B9-2/XVI/2022-2023, dated 29.10.2026 |
| Post | Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) – Group C, Non-Gazetted |
| Total Posts | 24 |
| Qualification | 10th pass + LMV & HMV licence + 3 years driving experience |
| Age Limit | 18–27 years (as on 30 November 2026) |
| Pay | Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) + allowances |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (Nil for Women, SC, ST) |
| Selection | Theory test (80) + Practical test (20) |
| Mode of Application | Offline, by Speed Post only |
| Last Date (Receipt) | 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Official Websites | indiapost.gov.in, tamilnadupost.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification issued | 29 October 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of application | 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last date for fee payment | 30 November 2026 |
| Age counted as on | 30 November 2026 |
| Theory and practical test | To be informed through hall permit |
Unit-wise Vacancy Details
| Unit | Region | Posts | Category-wise |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMS Chennai | Mail Motor | 15 | UR 7, SC 2, OBC 5, EWS 1 |
| MMS Coimbatore | Western | 3 (2 + 1 backlog) | UR 1, SC 1, OBC 1 |
| Salem West | Western | 3 | UR 2, OBC 1 |
| MMS Madurai | Southern | 1 | UR 1 |
| RO Madurai | Southern | 1 | UR 1 |
| Tiruchirappalli | Central | 1 | UR 1 |
| Total | 24 | UR 13, SC 3, OBC 7, EWS 1 |
- The backlog post at Coimbatore is an OBC vacancy.
- Two posts at MMS Chennai are earmarked for Ex-Servicemen and are adjusted within the category totals above.
- There is no ST vacancy in this notification.
- Selected candidates are allotted units based on merit and preference.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification and Experience
- Class 10 pass from a recognised board or institute.
- Valid driving licence for both Light Motor Vehicles (LMV) and Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMV).
- At least 3 years of experience driving light and heavy motor vehicles.
- Knowledge of motor mechanism – able to remove minor defects in vehicles.
- Desirable: 3 years of service as a Home Guard or Civil Volunteer.
Age Limit (as on 30 November 2026)
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 18 – 27 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years relaxation |
| OBC | 3 years relaxation |
| Government servants | Up to 40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years (UR), 6 years (OBC), 8 years (SC/ST) after deducting service |
Salary
Staff Car Drivers are placed in Pay Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix with admissible allowances. Probation is 2 years.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS (men) | ₹100 |
| Women, SC, ST | Nil |
The fee is paid by e-payment at any computerised post office using the challan in the notice (e-biller: Senior Manager, MMS Chennai, CPMG Tamil Nadu Circle; e-biller ID 1000099022). Paste the original receipt on the application form. Fees paid by any other mode lead to rejection.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage I – Theory test | MCQ: GK (20 Q), Reasoning (15 Q), Arithmetic (15 Q), Road sense, vehicle maintenance, traffic rules & pollution (30 Q) | 80 | 90 min |
| Stage II – Paper I | Motor mechanism (identifying defects, minor repairs, changing/inflating wheels) | 10 | 20 min |
| Stage II – Paper II | Heavy vehicle driving test (gears, clutch, steering, reversing) | 10 | 20 min |
| Total | 100 |
Minimum qualifying marks (each paper): SC/ST 33%, OBC/EWS 37%, others 40%.
Only those who qualify in Stage I appear in Stage II. The final merit list is based on total marks, and no waiting list is kept.
How to Apply for India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026
The application is offline only, by Speed Post. The form can be filled in Hindi, English or Tamil.
- Download the notification, application format and challan form from indiapost.gov.in or tamilnadupost.nic.in.
- Pay the ₹100 fee (if applicable) at any computerised post office through e-payment using the challan.
- Fill the application form completely without corrections, select your category, and sign it.
- Paste the original fee receipt on the form.
- Affix one recent passport-size photograph and self-attest it; enclose a second photograph.
- Attach self-attested copies of all documents (do not send originals).
- Send it by Speed Post to:
The Senior Manager, Mail Motor Service, No. 37, Greams Road, Chennai – 600006
- Make sure it reaches by 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Documents Required
- Original fee receipt (pasted on the form), if applicable
- Two recent passport-size photographs
- Age proof and Class 10 certificate
- Community certificate (SC/ST/OBC) or EWS Income & Asset certificate for 2025-26 in the prescribed format
- LMV and HMV driving licence (showing date of first issue and expiry) or licence extract
- Driving experience certificate from a Gazetted officer or head of a registered firm, with full address, PIN code, and separate LMV and HMV experience periods
- Service and trade certificate (Ex-Servicemen)
Common Reasons for Rejection
- Not sent by Speed Post, or received after the due date
- Unsigned, incomplete or wrong-format application
- Fee not paid through the post office e-payment
- Missing or wrong-format community/EWS certificate
- Experience certificate without full address and PIN code
- Invalid licence, or not holding both LMV and HMV licences
Official Websites
| Purpose | Website |
|---|---|
| India Post (notification and form) | indiapost.gov.in |
| Tamil Nadu Postal Circle | tamilnadupost.nic.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many posts are there in India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 (Tamil Nadu)? 24 posts – 15 at MMS Chennai, 3 each at Coimbatore and Salem West, and 1 each at MMS Madurai, RO Madurai and Tiruchirappalli.
Q2. What is the last date? The application must reach Chennai by 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Q3. Do I need both LMV and HMV licences? Yes. A valid licence for both light and heavy motor vehicles is compulsory.
Q4. What is the age limit? 18–27 years as on 30 November 2026 for UR/EWS, with relaxation for SC/ST (5 years) and OBC (3 years).
Q5. Can I apply online? No. The application must be sent by Speed Post only.
Q6. What is the fee? ₹100, paid at a post office through e-payment. Women, SC and ST candidates pay no fee.
Q7. Is there a driving test? Yes. Stage II includes a heavy vehicle driving test (10 marks) and a motor mechanism test (10 marks).
Q8. What is the salary? Pay Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) plus allowances.
Conclusion
India Post Staff Car Driver Recruitment 2026 is a good chance for experienced drivers with LMV and HMV licences to get a permanent central government job in Tamil Nadu. Pay the fee at the post office, prepare your experience certificate carefully, and send your application by Speed Post so that it reaches Chennai before 30 November 2026.
Disclaimer: This article is based on India Post Notification No. MSE/B9/XVI/2022-2023 dated 29 October 2026. Candidates should verify all details from the official notification on indiapost.gov.in before applying.