Cadre Restructuring 2026
Cadre Restructure 2026
New 40:40:20 Ratio (Report Released)
Cadre Restructuring 2026 Report: Proposed 40:40:20 Ratio for PA/SA & LSG/HSG Posts (Full Details)
- Report: Comprehensive Cadre Review (Jan 2026)
- Key Proposal: New Ratio 40:40:20
- Beneficiaries: PA, SA, LSG, HSG-II, HSG-I
- Wings: Postal, RMS, and CO/RO
The “Big” Change: From Pyramid to Trapezoid
The Committee on Cadre Restructuring has submitted its final report. The main finding is that the existing structure is a “Pyramid” (Too many at bottom, few at top), causing stagnation.
The Solution: A new “Trapezoidal” structure with a better promotion ratio.
1. The Proposed Ratio (The Golden Formula)
The Committee has recommended the following percentage distribution for the total cadre strength:
| Grade | Existing Ratio | Proposed Ratio (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| PA / SA (Entry) | ~65% | 40% (Base Level) |
| LSG (Level 5) | ~22% | 40% (Supervisory) |
| HSG-II & HSG-I | ~13% | 20% (Higher Supervisory) |
2. Why This Matters for You?
If this report is implemented:
🚀 Faster Promotions
Employees stuck in PA/SA grade for 10-15 years will get immediate LSG promotion because the LSG quota is doubling (from ~22% to 40%).
💰 Salary Hike
Moving to LSG means Level 5 Pay Matrix. Moving to HSG-II means Level 6. This brings a direct financial jump beyond just MACP.
3. Wing-Wise Impact (Postal / RMS / Circle Office)
The report covers all three wings uniformly:
- Post Offices (PO): Massive upgrade for Single Handed and Double Handed SOs to LSG status.
- Railway Mail Service (RMS): Head Sorting Assistants (HSA) posts to be upgraded to match the operational load.
- Circle/Regional Offices (CO/RO): Restructuring to align with the field units for better administrative control.
4. Key Recommendations Summary
“1. One-Time Relaxation: The committee suggests a one-time relaxation in residency period to fill the newly created vacancies immediately.
2. Designation Change: Proposal to rename designations to reflect modern roles (e.g., Senior Executive instead of Assistant).
3. Recruitment Rules: Amendment of RRs to ensure future vacancies are filled dynamically.”