Department of Posts Recruitment 2026: 88 Vacancies for Postal Assistant and other posts, Apply by 29 May
The last date for this recruitment has passed. Check the official website for any extension or new notice.
A new notice from Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India – West Bengal Circle (Department of Posts) lists 88 posts of Postal Assistant and other posts. The last date to apply is 29 May 2026.
This page puts the key facts in one place: vacancies, pay, eligibility, age, fee, selection and the official links.
Department of Posts – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postal Assistant (Circle Office and Regional Offices) | 7 | As per rules | West Bengal |
| Postal Assistant (Post Office) | 44 | As per rules | West Bengal |
| Sorting Assistant (Railway Mail Service) | 37 | As per rules | West Bengal |
| Total Vacancies: | 88 |
Department of Posts Recruitment – Eligibility
Each post asks for its own qualification. The table lists what Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India – West Bengal Circle (Department of Posts) wants for every post, so match your certificates against it before you apply.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Postal Assistant (Circle Office and Regional Offices) | Level 3 Pay Matrix with 3 years regular service or 5 years combined service in Level 1/2/3; departmental officials of West Bengal Circle (excluding Postal Accounts) |
| Postal Assistant (Post Office) | Level 3 Pay Matrix with 3 years regular service or 5 years combined service in Level 1/2/3; departmental officials of West Bengal Circle (excluding Postal Accounts) |
| Sorting Assistant (Railway Mail Service) | Level 3 Pay Matrix with 3 years regular service or 5 years combined service in Level 1/2/3; departmental officials of West Bengal Circle (excluding Postal Accounts) |
The age limit for each post is below. Check the cut-off date and the relaxation for your category in the official notice.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Postal Assistant (Circle Office and Regional Offices) | See the notification |
| Postal Assistant (Post Office) | See the notification |
| Sorting Assistant (Railway Mail Service) | See the notification |
The notification gives the fee, if any, and how to pay it. Some posts have no fee at all.
Department of Posts will select candidates by limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) – Written Examination on 21.06.2026. Keep your original documents ready for verification.
How to Apply for Department of Posts Recruitment
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Offline |
Download the form from the official link below, fill it in, attach self-attested copies of your documents and send it to the address in the notice so that it reaches before 29 May 2026.
Important Links
| Official notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Application form | Click Here |
| Official website | Click Here |
We write these details from the official notice. Mistakes can happen and dates can change, so check the official notification before you apply or pay any fee. This is not a government website.