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DoPT Rules for Pay Fixation of Re-employed Ex-Servicemen 2026. Know the ₹15,000 ignorable pension limit for Officers and full exemption for PBORs.

LTC Block 2026-29 starts Jan 1. Learn how to claim 2 trips in 2026 using the Grace Period rule. Check Air Travel validity and Fresh Recruit norms.

India Post 2026 Exam Calendar Out: Key Dates for PA/SA, Postman, and Inspector Posts By Our Correspondent | New Delhi | Published: Dec 30, 2025, 23:30 IST NEW DELHI: In a major update for departmental employees and Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS), the Department of Posts has officially released its tentative examination calendar for the year 2026. The schedule outlines the roadmap for departmental promotions and recruitment for key cadres including Postal Assistants (PA), Sorting Assistants (SA), Postmen, and Inspector Posts. The notification, signed by Manoj Sharma, Director (DE), provides much-needed clarity for thousands of aspirants preparing for the Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations (LDCE) and competitive exams for unfilled vacancies. According to the calendar, the first major round of examinations will kick off in late May 2026. Postal Assistant (PA) and Sorting Assistant (SA) Timeline The recruitment process for the cadre of Postal Assistants and Sorting Assistants—both for circle office promotion and GDS recruitment—is scheduled for early 2026. This common examination remains one of the most competitive departmental tests in the postal system. Official Notification: To be issued by Circles on April 9, 2026. Application Deadline: Eligible candidates must apply by April 30, 2026. Exam Date: The written examination is slated...

Can Govt recover wrong salary after years? Check DoPT Recovery of Excess Payment Rules 2026 (Rafiq Masih case). Protection for Group C, D & Retirees explained.

India Post revises MTS Induction Training Syllabus 2026. Digital skills and soft skills added. Check the comparison of old vs new modules and reporting draft.

The LTC Block Year 2026-29 has started. Check DoPT rules for Air Travel to NER/J&K, Grace Period carryover, and 8th CPC demands here.