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Confederation announces strike on Feb 12, 2026, demanding 8th CPC ToR modification. Check "Dies Non" salary loss rules and DoPT warning here.

Dept of Posts orders revision of MTS Induction Training (STP) 2026. New syllabus to include Digital Skills, PoS, and Safety modules. Read the circular details here.

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...