India Post Skilled Artisan Recruitment 2026 Notification - Summary
India Post skilled artisan recruitment 2026 notification is the official hiring notice issued by the Department of Posts, Mail Motor Services (MMS), Kolkata for 19 Skilled Artisan (Group C) vacancies. Eligible ITI certificate holders or experienced tradesmen can submit their offline application form before 30 November 2026.
This technical hiring covers 7 trades including Motor Vehicle Mechanic, Motor Vehicle Electrician, Tyreman, Blacksmith, Painter, Upholsterer, and Carpenter. Applicants seeking technical trade roles can also check the BHEL artisan recruitment notification and the related India Post car driver recruitment.
India Post Skilled Artisan Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting organization | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications |
| Unit location | Mail Motor Services (MMS), Kolkata (West Bengal Circle) |
| Post name | Skilled Artisan (Tradesman Group C) |
| Total vacancies | 19 posts |
| Pay scale | Pay Matrix Level 2 (₹19,900 to ₹63,200) |
| Educational qualification | ITI certificate in respective trade, or Class 8 pass with 1 year experience |
| Age limit | 18 to 30 years (with standard category relaxations) |
| Application fee | No fee (Free for all categories) |
| Application deadline | 30 November 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Application mode | Offline (Speed Post only) |
| Official website | indiapost.gov.in |
Trade Vacancies and Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy these technical requirements before applying:
- The 19 posts include Motor Vehicle Mechanic, Motor Vehicle Electrician, Tyreman, Blacksmith, Painter, Upholsterer, and Carpenter.
- Applicants must hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized technical institute, or have passed Class 8 with at least 1 year of practical trade experience.
- Applicants for the Motor Vehicle Mechanic trade must hold a valid driving licence for heavy motor vehicles.
- Age must be between 18 and 30 years, with upper age limit relaxations of 3 years for OBC candidates and 5 years for SC or ST candidates.
How to Apply for India Post Skilled Artisan Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to complete your offline application:
STEP 1 – Visit the official postal portal at indiapost.gov.in and open the recruitment notice for Mail Motor Services Kolkata.
STEP 2 – Print the official application format on clean A4 paper.
STEP 3 – Fill in your personal details, trade choice, educational qualification, and ITI or work experience in capital letters.
STEP 4 – Attach self-attested copies of your proof of age, educational certificates, ITI trade certificate or experience letter, caste certificate, and driving licence if applicable.
STEP 5 – Enclose the application and documents in an envelope marked with Application for the post of Skilled Artisan in Trade.
STEP 6 – Send the envelope by Speed Post to The Senior Manager, Mail Motor Services, 139 Beleghata Road, Kolkata 700015 before 30 November 2026.
