If you hold a Rural Postal Life Insurance (RPLI) policy or are considering one, there’s important news from the Ministry of Communications. A recent notification (F. No. 04-02/2025-LI) dated 14th January 2026, published in The Gazette of India, has declared the revised bonus rates for various RPLI policies for the financial year 2026–27. These rates, … Read more
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has introduced a groundbreaking NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme as a Proof of Concept under its Regulatory Sandbox Framework. This innovative scheme, announced via circular PFRDA/2026/07/SUP-CRA/02 dated January 27, 2026, aims to integrate health benefits with pension savings for the first time in India. What is NPS Swasthya … Read more
GDS Recruitment 2026: The Indian Postal Department has released the latest notification for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) recruitment in January 2026. This time, a total of 29,740 vacancies have been announced. It is a great opportunity for young candidates who want to work in rural areas. Let us understand all the important details of this … Read more
GDS Recruitment 2026: Possibility of Notification on 29th January The Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) recruitment for 2026 is eagerly awaited by thousands of aspirants across India. As per the latest updates, the official notification for GDS Recruitment 2026 is likely to be released on 29th January 2026. This recruitment drive is expected to open up … Read more
The wait is finally over for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) aspirants! The Department of Posts (Ministry of Communications) has officially released the preparatory exercise and timeline for the GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026. According to the official letter (No. 17-37/2025-GDS) dated 31-12-2025, the online registration process for the new cycle will begin on January … Read more
GDS to MTS/POSTMAN/MAILGUARD Exam Eligibility Criteria, Pattern & Syllabus of Examination and Preference/Option for 2025 Paper-I, II & III (for Postman) and Paper-1 (for Multi Tasking Staff) will be conducted in continuity. There will be no break in between the three papers and candidates will not be allowed to leave his/her seat before completion of … Read more
Calendar of examinations scheduled to be held in the year 2025-regarding The Department of Posts has released the official examination calendar for the year 2025. This schedule outlines the key dates for various Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations (LDCE) and Competitive Examinations aimed at promotions and recruitment for different cadres, including Postal … Read more
Introduction: The Postal Manual Volume VII is an essential resource for Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) aspiring to transition into Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) or Postman roles within India Post through departmental examinations. This manual provides comprehensive guidelines, rules, and procedures that govern the functioning of postal services in India. Understanding its contents is crucial for candidates … Read more
CHAPTER I – Definitions
➢ Postmaster-General – The Term ‘Postmaster-General’ means a Principal Chief PMG, Chief PMG, PMG, or a Director of Postal Services and includes any other officer exercising the powers of the PMG.
➢ Railway Mail Service – The Term Railway Mail Service means the service responsible for the carriage of mails by rail, road, river and air and for the collection and distribution of mails received from Post Offices/Mail Offices and sections.
Here, on this page, we have provided GDS to PA/SA Exam 2021 Question paper PDF of All Postal circles in the table below. To access the Question Paper PDF click the Download tab with respect to the circle. Make sure to solve all the papers. Links to Download GDS to PA/SA Exam 2021 Question … Read more
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