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The selection process for the Postman position in India Post typically involves a Computer Based Test, a Local Language Test, and a Skill Test (Data Entry). The Computer Based Test is the first stage and qualifies candidates for the subsequent stages. The Skill Test usually involves basic data entry on a computer.
Selection Process for Postman in India Post
Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Objective-type online test
Local Language Test – This test assesses the candidate’s proficiency in the local language of the relevant postal circle
Skill Test (Data Entry) – Computer-based practical test
Syllabus for Computer-Based Examination (Paper I)
 Subjects |  Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| General Awareness / Knowledge | Indian Geography, Civics, Indian Culture & Freedom Struggle, General Knowledge, Ethics and Moral Study |
| Basic Arithmetic | BODMAS Rule, Percentage, Profit & Loss, SI & CI, Average, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Unitary Method |
| Reasoning & Analytical Ability | Similarities & Differences, Decision Making, Space Visualization, Discriminating Observation, Non-Verbal Series, Analysis & Judgment |
Paper I: Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Objective Type
 Section |  No. of Questions |  Marks |  Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness / Knowledge | 30 | 30 × 1 = 30 | |
| Basic Arithmetic | 40 | 40 × 1 = 40 | |
| Reasoning & Analytical Ability | 30 | 30 × 1 = 30 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes |
Paper II: Local Language Test – MCQ + Descriptive
| Component | Questions | Marks |  Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| English to Local Language – Word Translation | 15 | 15 × 1 = 15 | MCQ |
| Local Language to English – Word Translation | 15 | 15 × 1 = 15 | MCQ |
| Letter Writing (80–100 words, choice of 1 out of 3) | 1 | 1 × 15 = 15 | Descriptive |
| Paragraph / Short Essay (80–100 words, choice of 1 of 3) | 1 | 1 × 15 = 15 | Descriptive |
| Total | 60 Marks |
Paper III: Skill Test – Data Entry
 Task | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Data Entry of 2000 key depressions | 40 Marks | 20 Minutes |