Step 1: Visit the Official Recruitment Portal

• Go to the official India Post website: https://www.indiapost.gov.in

• Navigate to Opportunities → Recruitment or Recruitment / Career Notifications section.

• Look for the PA / SA recruitment notification for your postal circle (e.g., Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra).

⚠️ Note: PA/SA posts may also be filled via SSC CHSL / SSC CGL, so check SSC Official Website if recruitment is through SSC.

Step 2: Check the Notification

• Click on the relevant notification PDF.

• Carefully read:

  • Number of vacancies

  • Eligibility criteria (age, educational qualification, local language knowledge)

  • Application start and end dates

  • Exam pattern and syllabus

  • Application fee and mode of payment

Step 3: Registration

• Go to the official online application portal mentioned in the notification.

• For India Post circle-specific recruitment: https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in

• Click “New Registration” and provide:

  • Name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID

  • Circle / state you are applying for

• You will receive a registration number and password/OTP for login.

Step 4: Fill the Online Application Form

• Log in with your credentials.

• Enter personal details, educational qualifications, and communication address.

• Choose the post(s) you are applying for – Postal Assistant and/or Sorting Assistant.

• Upload scanned copies of:

  • Photograph (passport size)

  • Signature

  • Educational certificates

  • Caste / category certificate (if applicable)

Step 5: Pay the Application Fee

• Pay the fee online via debit/credit card, net banking, UPI.

• Typical fee:

  • General / OBC / EWS: ₹100

  • SC / ST / PwBD / Women: usually exempted

• Confirm payment and take a screenshot or receipt for reference.

Step 6: Submit the Application

• Review all the information carefully.

• Click Final Submit.

• Take a printout or PDF copy of the submitted application and payment receipt for your records.

Step 7: Keep Checking Updates

• Admit cards will be released on the official portal only.

• Keep checking for:

  • Admit card release

  • Exam dates

  • Results / merit list

  • Skill test / typing test dates (if applicable)

Important Tips

• Apply only through official websites.

• Make sure all scanned documents meet the size and format requirements.

• Only apply to your own postal circle.

• Keep your registration number and password safe.

• Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before applying.