GDS/MTS/Postman/Mailguard to PA/SA notification 2024 – All circles
GDS/MTS/Postman/Mailguard to PA/SA notification 2024 – All circles
The Office of the Chief Postmaster General of different circles has released a notification inviting applications from willing and eligible Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDSs)/MTS/Postman/Mailguard for recruitment to the cadre of Postal Assistants and Sorting Assistants.
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Here are the key details of the recruitment process:
- Posts: Postal Assistant (Circle Office and Regional Offices), Postal Assistant (Post Office) and Sorting Assistant (Railway Mail Service)
- Eligibility:
- Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)/MTS/Postman/Mailguard
- 10+2 standard pass from a recognized Board
- Knowledge of working on Computer
- Examination Date: July 21, 2024 (Sunday)
- Last Date for Receipt of Application: July 3, 2024 (Wednesday)
Circle wise notification Download
- Chattisgarh – Notification-1 & Notification-2
- Bihar – Notification-1 & Notification-2
- Delhi
- Uttarakhand- Notification-1 & Notification-2
- Haryana – Notification-1 & Notification-2
- Madhya Pradesh – Notification-1 & Notification-2
- North East Circle- Notification-1 & Notification-2
- Andhra Pradesh Circle- Notification-1 & Notification-2
- Jammu Kashmir Circle- Notification-1 & Notification-2
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The examination for various positions such as Postal Assistant and Sorting Assistant is divided into three parts:
Paper I
- Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Duration: 120 minutes
- Maximum Marks: 100
- Sections Covered:
- General Awareness
- Basic Arithmetic
- Reasoning and Analytical Ability
- English Language Skills
Paper II – Deleted (removed from syllabus)
Paper III
- Type of Questions: Data Entry Skill Test (DEST)
- Duration: 15 minutes
- Maximum Marks: Qualifying only
- Skill Test: Data entry test on computer (1200 key depressions in 15 minutes)
Preparation Tips
- Understand the Syllabus: Thoroughly review each section’s syllabus. Focus on areas where you feel less confident.
- Practice Previous Papers: Solving past exam papers can give you a good idea of the question pattern and difficulty level.
- Time Management: Practice completing the sections within the allotted time to improve speed and accuracy.
- Language Proficiency: Ensure you are well-prepared for the translation and essay sections in both English and the local language.
- Skill Test Practice: Regularly practice data entry to meet the required speed and accuracy.
Conclusion
Staying informed about the key dates and thoroughly understanding the exam pattern and syllabus are crucial steps towards success in the CE exams 2024. Make sure to mark your calendar with all the important dates and start your preparation early.
