1. DEO Exam Syllabus – India Post

A. General Intelligence & Reasoning

• Analogies

• Series (Number and Alphabet)

• Coding-Decoding

• Blood Relations

• Direction Sense

• Puzzles and Logical Reasoning

• Ranking and Arrangements

B. Quantitative Aptitude / Arithmetic Ability

• Simplification

• Percentage, Profit & Loss

• Ratio & Proportion

• Average, Time & Work

• Simple & Compound Interest

• Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs, Charts)

• Mensuration and Number System

C. General Awareness / Current Affairs

• Current Events of National & International Importance

• Postal Rules & Regulations

• Financial & Banking Awareness

• Government Schemes and Programs

• Awards, Sports, and Important Days

D. English / Hindi Language

• Grammar: Tenses, Articles, Prepositions

• Vocabulary: Synonyms & Antonyms

• Comprehension

• Sentence Correction

• Error Detection

• Paragraph Completion

E. Computer Knowledge / Data Entry Skills

• Typing Speed and Accuracy

• MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Basic Internet Operations

• Knowledge of Postal Accounting / Database Entry Systems (if mentioned in notification)

• Shortcuts and Basic Troubleshooting

2. Skill Test / Typing Test

• Typing Speed Requirement:

  • English: 35–40 WPM

  • Hindi: 30–35 WPM

• Data Entry Accuracy: Minimum 95% accuracy typically required

• May be conducted online or offline, depending on postal circle

3. Preparation Tips

1. Practice Typing: Regular practice to improve speed and accuracy.

2. Revise Arithmetic and Reasoning: Focus on shortcut methods for speed.

3. Read Current Affairs: Follow newspapers, India Post circulars, and official updates.

4. Computer Practice: MS Word, Excel, and basic data entry operations.

5. Previous Papers: Solve past DEO exam papers for familiarity.