India Post Odisha Circle
Odisha Postal New Recruitment 2024 | 2300 Posts | Apply Online
Location: Various Districts in Odisha
Posted on: December 20, 2024
Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: ₹18,000-43,000 per month
Job Description
India Post Odisha Circle has announced a massive recruitment drive for 2300 posts across various categories including Postman, Mail Guard, Multi-Tasking Staff, and other postal service positions. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking stable government employment in the postal department.
About India Post Odisha Circle
India Post is the government-operated postal system in India under the Ministry of Communications. The Odisha Circle covers the entire state of Odisha and is responsible for providing postal services to all districts including mail delivery, financial services, and other postal operations.
Post-wise Vacancy Details
- Postman/Mail Guard - 1200 Posts
- Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) - 650 Posts
- Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant - 300 Posts
- Data Entry Operator - 100 Posts
- Driver - 50 Posts
Job Responsibilities
- Collect, sort, and deliver mail and parcels
- Maintain postal records and documentation
- Handle cash transactions and postal savings
- Provide customer service at post offices
- Operate postal equipment and systems
- Ensure security of mail and postal property
- Support rural postal network operations
District-wise Distribution
- Cuttack Division - 380 Posts
- Bhubaneswar Division - 340 Posts
- Berhampur Division - 320 Posts
- Balasore Division - 280 Posts
- Sambalpur Division - 260 Posts
- Rourkela Division - 240 Posts
- Other Divisions - 480 Posts
Benefits & Perks
- Job security as central government employee
- 7th Pay Commission pay scale
- Medical facilities for self and family
- Provident Fund and pension benefits
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- House Rent Allowance and Dearness Allowance
- Promotion opportunities within department
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
- Postman/Mail Guard: 10th Pass from recognized board
- MTS: 10th Pass with ITI or equivalent
- Postal Assistant: 12th Pass with 60% marks
- Data Entry Operator: 12th Pass + Computer knowledge
- Driver: 8th Pass + Valid Driving License
- Knowledge of local language (Odia) preferred
Age Limit
- General/EWS: 18-27 years
- OBC: 18-30 years (3 years relaxation)
- SC/ST: 18-32 years (5 years relaxation)
- PwD: 18-37 years (10 years relaxation)
- Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules
Physical Standards
- Height (Male): Minimum 165 cm
- Height (Female): Minimum 150 cm
- Chest (Male): Minimum 81 cm (84 cm expanded)
- Vision: 6/6 or 6/9 (correctable to 6/6)
- Weight: Proportionate to height and age
- Medical fitness as per government standards
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) for eligible posts
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Training Period (6 months)
Application Process
- Apply online through India Post official website
- Upload recent photograph and signature
- Upload educational certificates and caste certificate
- Pay application fee online
- Submit application before deadline
- Take printout for future reference
Exam Pattern
- CBT Duration: 1 hour
- Total Questions: 100 questions
- Total Marks: 100 marks
- Subjects: General Knowledge, Mathematics, English, Reasoning
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for wrong answers
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | December 20, 2024 |
| Online Application Start | December 25, 2024 |
| Application Deadline | February 28, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | March 2025 |
| Computer Based Test | April 2025 |
| Physical Tests | May 2025 |
| Final Result | June 2025 |
| Training/Joining | July 2025 |
Other Details
| Total Posts | 2300 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (Gen/OBC), Free (SC/ST/PwD/Women) |
| Exam Centers | Major cities in Odisha |
| Service Bond | 3 years minimum service |
| Training Duration | 6 months |
| Probation Period | 2 years |
| Official Website | www.indiapost.gov.in |