India Post PA/SA 2026
Conducted by: Department of Posts
Last Date to Apply: 29 May 2026Application Closed
Official SourceKey Dates & Info
Last Date to Apply
29 May 2026
Closed
Salary
₹25,500 - ₹81,100
Age limit
18-27 years
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS: ₹500, SC/ST/PwD/Female: ₹100
About This Exam
India Post PA/SA Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2026. Application deadline 29 May 2026; exam held 21 Jun 2026.
Conducting Body
Department of Posts
Total Vacancies
3,000+
Available Posts
Important Dates
Application Start Date
01 May 2026
Application End Date
29 May 2026
LDCE Exam Date
21 June 2026
Eligibility Criteria
12th Pass + 10,500 KDPH English/9,000 KDPH Hindi typing + 35 WPM English/30 WPM Hindi
Age limit
18-27 years
18-27 years
OBC: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years, PwD: 10 years
Educational Qualification
12th pass + Computer typing proficiency (35 WPM English or 25 WPM Hindi)
Number of Attempts
No limit (within age)
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS: ₹500, SC/ST/PwD/Female: ₹100
Detailed Syllabus
Exam Pattern
Selection Process
Aptitude Test (CBT) → Computer/Typing Skill Test → Document Verification → Medical Examination → Final Merit
Previous Year Question Papers
2025
Aptitude Test: GK & Reasoning
Topics: Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Analogy, Classification, Series, Coding-Decoding, Direction Sense, Blood Relations
Aptitude Test: English & Mathematics
Topics: Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Number System, Percentage, Ratio, SI/CI, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Data Interpretation
2024
India Post PA/SA Full Aptitude Test
Topics: General Knowledge, English, Mathematics, Reasoning & Analytical Ability
Preparation Tip
Solving previous year papers is the most effective strategy. Analyze topic-wise trends, identify frequently asked areas, and practice under timed conditions for best results.
Salary & Career Growth
Salary / Pay Scale
₹25,500 - ₹81,100
Range: ₹25,500 - ₹81,100
Pay Level 4 (7th CPC)
Plus DA, HRA, and other government allowances as applicable.
Perks & Allowances
DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Medical, Pension (NPS), LTC, Festival Advance
Job Role & Responsibilities
Counter operations, mail sorting and delivery management, savings bank transactions, postal life insurance operations, money order processing at post offices.
Career Growth & Promotions
PA/SA → LSG (Higher Grade) → HSG-II → HSG-I → ASP → SP through departmental exams.
Career Benefits
- ✓ Job security and pension benefits
- ✓ Regular pay commission revisions
- ✓ Government housing and medical benefits
- ✓ Career advancement through promotions
Application Process
Visit the official website and locate the online registration link for this exam
Register with a valid, active email ID and mobile number — this is used for all future communication, including admit card and result notifications
Fill in personal, educational, and category details accurately as per your certificates — mismatches can lead to rejection at document verification
Keep scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates ready in the specified format and file size before you start, to avoid losing progress midway
Review all entered details carefully — most government exam applications cannot be edited after final submission
Pay the application fee online through the accepted payment methods — category-based fee waivers may apply, so check the official notification
Submit the form and download or print the confirmation page, and note your registration number for future reference
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS: ₹500, SC/ST/PwD/Female: ₹100
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