India Post MMS Kolkata Tradesman Recruitment 2026: Skilled Artisan / Tradesman Posts, 8th Pass and ITI Can Apply
The Office of the Senior Manager, Mail Motor Services (MMS), Kolkata, Department of Posts, has released a corrigendum notification dated 29 October 2026 for the India Post MMS Kolkata Tradesman Recruitment 2026. A total of 19 posts of Skilled Artisan / Tradesman in trades like MV Mechanic, MV Electrician, Tyreman, Blacksmith, Painter, Upholsterer and Carpenter and Joiner will be filled in the West Bengal Postal Circle. These are General Central Service, Group-C, Non-Gazetted posts in Level 2 of the 7th CPC pay matrix.
Candidates with a trade certificate from a recognised technical institute, or Class 8 pass with one year of experience in the trade, can apply offline by Speed Post. The last date for receipt of applications is 30 November 2026 (5:00 PM). This corrigendum updates the earlier notifications of 2018 and 2020, and the vacancies relate to the years 2015-16 to 2017-18. In this article, we cover the India Post MMS Kolkata trade-wise vacancy, salary, eligibility, age limit, selection and how to apply. You can also check the WB Police Contractual Driver Recruitment 2026 and the NPCIL Narora Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
Quick summary:
➤ Department: Department of Posts, Mail Motor Services, Kolkata
➤ Notification: MMG/36/Sk. Artisan/DR/II/95 (Corrigendum dated 29.10.2026)
➤ Post: Skilled Artisan / Tradesman (Group-C)
➤ Vacancies: 19
➤ Pay: Rs. 19,900 – 63,200 (Level 2)
➤ Qualification: Trade certificate, or Class 8 + 1 year trade experience
➤ Mode: Offline, by Speed Post only
➤ Last date: 30.11.2026 (5:00 PM)
India Post MMS Kolkata Tradesman Recruitment 2026 Overview
The India Post MMS Kolkata Tradesman Recruitment 2026 is a direct recruitment for the Mail Motor Services workshop in Kolkata. The key details are given below.
| Department | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications |
| Office | Senior Manager, Mail Motor Services, 139, Beleghata Road, Kolkata – 700015 |
| Notification No. | MMG/36/Sk. Artisan/DR/II/95 |
| Notice type | Corrigendum to the notification dated 19.05.2020 |
| Post name | Skilled Artisan / Tradesman |
| Group | General Central Service, Group-C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
| Vacancies | 19 |
| Pay scale | Rs. 19,900 – 63,200 (Level 2, 7th CPC) + allowances |
| Probation | One year |
| Application mode | Offline (Speed Post only) |
India Post MMS Kolkata Tradesman 2026 Important Dates
The India Post MMS Kolkata tradesman application is offline, and the form must reach the office by the last date. The important dates are given below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Corrigendum notification date | 29 October 2026 (Thursday) |
| Last date for receipt of application | 30 November 2026 (Monday), 5:00 PM |
| Age reference date | 1 July 2018 |
| Trade test | To be informed with hall permits |
India Post MMS Kolkata Tradesman Vacancy 2026
The India Post MMS Kolkata tradesman vacancy of 19 posts is spread across seven trades. The trade-wise and category-wise vacancy is given below.
| Trade | Total | SC | OBC | ST | UR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MV Mechanic* | 8 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| MV Electrician | 4 | 1 | 1 | - | 2 |
| Tyreman | 2 | - | 1 | - | 1 |
| Blacksmith | 2 | 1 | - | - | 1 |
| Painter | 1 | - | - | - | 1 |
| Upholsterer | 1 | - | - | - | 1 |
| Carpenter and Joiner | 1 | - | 1 | - | - |
| Total | 19 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 10 |
*Two MV Mechanic posts are earmarked for Ex-Servicemen (ESM). They are included in the total and will be adjusted horizontally against the category of the selected candidate.
India Post MMS Kolkata Tradesman Eligibility 2026
The India Post MMS Kolkata tradesman eligibility is simple. The requirements are given below.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian citizen |
| Qualification | Certificate in the respective trade from a Government-recognised technical institution, OR Class 8 pass with one year of experience in the respective trade |
| Driving licence | Valid HMV driving licence (only for MV Mechanic) |
| Age limit | 18 to 30 years as on 01.07.2018 (UR) |
Age relaxation: SC / ST 5 years, OBC (NCL) 3 years; Central Government servants up to 40 years; Ex-Servicemen 3 years (UR), 8 years (SC / ST) and 6 years (OBC) after deducting military service in the Motor Vehicle Mechanic trade. Relaxation for SC / ST / OBC applies only to posts reserved for them.
India Post MMS Kolkata Tradesman Selection Process
- Scrutiny of applications as per eligibility.
- Competitive Trade Test based on the syllabus of the respective trade. Syllabus, date, venue and duration will be sent with the hall permit.
- Final selection based on qualification, experience, category-wise vacancy and the skill test.
No TA / DA will be paid for the test.
Documents Required for India Post MMS Kolkata Tradesman
- Age proof (birth certificate / Class 10 certificate / school leaving certificate)
- Address proof and proof of Indian citizenship
- Educational and technical qualification (ITI etc.) certificates
- HMV driving licence (MV Mechanic only)
- One year trade experience certificate with full postal address of the organisation
- SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / ESM certificate in the Central Government format (if applicable)
- Two recent passport-size photographs (one pasted on the form, one attached)
All copies must be self-attested. Do not send original certificates.
How to Apply for India Post MMS Kolkata Tradesman Recruitment 2026
- Download the notification and the application format from the link below.
- Fill in the application on plain paper in the prescribed format, paste a self-attested photo and sign it.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
- Write the trade name on the envelope ("Application for the post of / Name of Trade").
- Send it by Speed Post only to: The Senior Manager, Mail Motor Services, 139, Beleghata Road, Kolkata – 700015, so that it reaches by 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Use a separate application and envelope for each trade. Applications sent by courier or any other mode will be rejected. Candidates who applied under the 2018 and 2020 notifications will also be considered, but a fresh application with trade choices as per this corrigendum is preferred; if more than one application is received, only the latest will be considered.
India Post MMS Kolkata Tradesman Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many posts are there in India Post MMS Kolkata Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
19 Skilled Artisan / Tradesman posts in seven trades.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The application must reach the office by 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Q3. Can 8th pass candidates apply?
Yes, if they have one year of experience in the respective trade. Otherwise, a trade certificate from a recognised technical institute is required.
Q4. Is an HMV licence needed for all trades?
No. A valid HMV driving licence is needed only for the MV Mechanic trade.
Q5. I applied in 2018 or 2020. Do I need to apply again?
Old applications will be considered, but a fresh application with your trade choice as per this corrigendum is preferred.
India Post MMS Kolkata Tradesman Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification and Application Format | Download PDF |
| India Post Official Website | indiapost.gov.in |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join Now |
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