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List of Shorlisted Candidates Interview

Official gazetted recruitment notification for List of Shorlisted Candidates Interview administered by INDIAPOST Authority (Odisha).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: INDIAPOST Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-03-10 Posting Jurisdiction: Odisha

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Senior Administrative Assistant 2 Check List	1 Openings	Level-6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400)	2026-09-30
Syllabus the Post of Hindi Typist	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Bid Bess Package for Development of 2500 Mw 10 000 Mwh at Ntpc Thermal Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Bidder S Queries Format Word File Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Bidders Have Been Qualified for Opening of Financial Bid for the the R Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Biometric and Gps TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for List of Shorlisted Candidates Interview?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-03-10. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from INDIAPOST Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain indiapost.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official India Post recruitment portal and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid Aadhaar details, mobile number, and email address to generate a unique registration ID.

Log in to the candidate dashboard, select the specific recruitment notification, and fill in personal, educational, and category details accurately while ensuring all data matches official government identity documents.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signatures, and essential educational certificates in the prescribed format and size as specified in the official notification to avoid application rejection.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via credit card, debit card, or net banking, ensuring the transaction status is updated to successful before exiting.

Download the final submitted application form for personal records and monitor the portal periodically for the release of the admit card, which is issued typically two weeks before the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for List of Shorlisted Candidates Interview is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Screening	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	General Intelligence, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	100 Marks, 60 Minutes	Postal Manuals, Post Office Guide Part I, Basic Rules of Postal Operations, and IT Modernization tools.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical	Qualifying Only	Verification of academic credentials, caste certificates, identity proof, and physical fitness assessment by a government medical officer.
Stage 4: Merit List	Final Selection	Consolidated merit list based on aggregate performance in Stage 1 and Stage 2, subject to category-wise cutoffs and vacancy availability.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

India Post recruitment typically aligns with the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, commonly starting at Level 1 (GDS) or Level 4 (Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant). For a Level 4 position, the entry basic pay is Rs 25,500. With current Dearness Allowance at 53% (Rs 13,515), House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification: X (27% - Rs 6,885), Y (18% - Rs 4,590), or Z (9% - Rs 2,295). Transport Allowance (TA) is provided based on the city tier. The gross monthly salary in a Class X city approximates Rs 48,000. After mandatory deductions including National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of basic plus DA, and professional tax, the estimated in-hand net salary ranges between Rs 40,000 and Rs 42,000. The 8th CPC is currently under deliberation, which may lead to a revised fitment factor and enhanced allowances upon implementation, further increasing the total emoluments for postal personnel.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

India Post adheres strictly to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandum guidelines regarding reservation. The policy mandates vertical reservation for SC (15%), ST (7.5%), and OBC (27%) categories. Age relaxation is provided as 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD candidates. The EWS category is entitled to a 10% vertical quota, subject to the production of a valid Income and Asset Certificate. Furthermore, female candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are granted full fee exemptions to encourage inclusive participation. All reservations are subject to the production of authentic certificates issued by competent authorities as per the format prescribed in the recruitment notification.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — List of Shorlisted Candidates Inter

How is the cutoff determined for India Post exams?

Cutoffs are determined based on the number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the paper, and the performance of the top-tier candidates within each category.

Is there a normalization process for multi-shift exams?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard normalization formula is applied to ensure parity across different difficulty levels of question papers.

Is there a mandatory service bond for new recruits?

Generally, there is no financial service bond, but candidates must undergo a mandatory training period and satisfy the requirements of the probation period.

What is the duration of the probation period?

The standard probation period for most India Post cadre positions is two years, during which performance and conduct are monitored closely.

Can I change my preferred posting location after selection?

Posting is determined by merit and vacancy availability; requests for transfers are generally entertained only after the completion of the mandatory service period.

Where can I find the official syllabus for the exam?

The official syllabus is provided in the detailed recruitment notification published on the official India Post website and the Employment News.