Odisha Postal Previous Year Question 2018 !! Postman & Mail Guard Paper

 

The Odisha Postal Previous Year Question papers for the Postman, Mail Guard and MTS exam are now available here on our website for free PDF download. Solving the Odisha Postal Previous Year Question collection is the smartest way to crack the India Post Odisha Circle recruitment, because past papers reveal the real exam pattern, repeated topics and the exact difficulty level.

The Department of Posts, Office of the Chief Postmaster General, Odisha Circle, Bhubaneswar recruits candidates for Postman, Mail Guard and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts through a written aptitude test. Download the Odisha Postal Previous Year Question PDF below, bookmark this page for the latest updates, and start your preparation today. You can apply on the official India Post portal when the notification is live.

Odisha Postal Previous Year Question PDF Download

Download the year-wise Odisha Postal Previous Year Question papers with the notification, question paper, answer key and cut-off in separate columns from the table below. All PDFs are free for Postman, Mail Guard and MTS aspirants:

Year Notification Question Answer Key Cut-Off
All Odisha 63,000 PYQ Download Download Download Download
2018 Download Download Download Download

Odisha Postal Recruitment Overview

Here is a quick snapshot of the India Post Odisha Circle recruitment before you download the Odisha Postal Previous Year Question PDF. India Post is one of the most trusted government employers in the country, and a Postman or Mail Guard job offers job security, a good pay scale and a permanent central government career close to your home district:

Particulars Details
Conducting Body Department of Posts, Odisha Circle (India Post)
Posts Postman, Mail Guard & Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
Qualification Matriculation (10th Pass) or ITI
Age Limit 18 to 25 Years
Basic Salary Rs. 18,000/- (Level 1, 7th CPC) + allowances
Selection Process Written Aptitude Test only
Exam Duration 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
Total Marks 100
Negative Marking No Negative Marking
Official Website odishapost.gov.in

Odisha Postal Exam Pattern

Before solving the Odisha Postal Previous Year Question, understand the exam pattern. The Aptitude Test carries 100 marks for 2 hours and is divided into four parts, with no negative marking:

Part Subject Marks
Part A General Knowledge & Reasoning 25
Part B Mathematics 25
Part C (I) English Language 25
Part C (II) Regional Language (Odia) 25
Total Aptitude Test (120 Minutes) 100

Odisha Postal Postman Vacancy 2024

The category-wise vacancy details for the Postman, Mail Guard and MTS posts are released with the official notification. The provisional break-up is given below and will be updated as soon as India Post publishes it:

Category No. of Vacancies
UR Will be available soon
SEBC/OBC Will be available soon
SC Will be available soon
ST Will be available soon

Eligibility Criteria & Age Relaxation

To apply for the Postman, Mail Guard and MTS posts, candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th) or hold an ITI certificate from a recognised board. The age limit is 18 to 25 years for the General (Unreserved) category, with the following age relaxation for reserved categories:

Category Age Relaxation Permissible Beyond Upper Age Limit
ST & SC 5 Years
SEBC/OBC 3 Years
Physically Handicapped PH + Unreserved: 10 years; PH + SC/ST: 15 years; PH + OBC: 13 years
Ex-servicemen 3 years after deduction of military service rendered
Serving Govt. Employees (3+ years service) Up to 35 years (40 for SC/ST, 38 for OBC)

Odisha Postal Selection Process

The selection for the Postman, Mail Guard and MTS posts is based only on the written Aptitude Test — there is no interview. This makes the Odisha Postal Previous Year Question papers extremely important, because your entire selection depends on your written score.

  • Aptitude Test: A single 100-mark objective test covering GK, Reasoning, Maths, English and Odia.
  • Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for verification of educational and category certificates.
  • Merit List: The final merit is prepared purely on the basis of Aptitude Test marks.

Because there is no interview or physical test, every mark in the written exam counts. Regular practice with the Odisha Postal Previous Year Question papers helps you lock in the easy marks from repeated questions and manage your time across all four parts of the aptitude test.

Benefits of Solving Odisha Postal Previous Year Papers

Practising past papers is one of the most effective preparation strategies for the Postman, Mail Guard and MTS exam. Here is why every serious aspirant should solve the Odisha Postal Previous Year Question papers:

  • Understand the real exam trend: Past papers show which topics are asked most often in each section.
  • Spot repeated questions: Many questions repeat with slight changes, so solving them directly boosts your score.
  • Improve speed & accuracy: Timed practice trains you to attempt 100 questions within 2 hours.
  • Master the difficulty level: You learn exactly how tough the aptitude test is and where to focus.
  • Reduce exam fear: Familiarity with the real format builds confidence for the exam day.

How to Download & Use the PDF

Follow these simple steps to make the most of the Odisha Postal Previous Year Question PDF:

  1. Click the download link: Open the year-wise Question, Answer Key and Cut-Off links from the table above.
  2. Solve in exam conditions: Attempt each paper in 2 hours to build real exam speed.
  3. Check with the answer key: Evaluate your answers and note every weak topic for revision.
  4. Review the cut-off: Use the previous cut-off marks to set a realistic target score.
  5. Take mock tests: Combine PYQs with our online mock test series to track your progress.

Make a simple weekly plan: solve one full Odisha Postal Previous Year Question paper, revise your weak topics, and attempt at least two subject-wise quizzes. This mix of previous papers and mock tests is the fastest way to move your score above the expected cut-off before exam day.

Odisha Postal Previous Year Question: FAQs

1. Where can I download the Odisha Postal Previous Year Question PDF for free?

You can download the Odisha Postal Previous Year Question papers for Postman, Mail Guard and MTS for free from the PDF table given above on this page.

2. What is the age limit for the Odisha Postal recruitment?

The age limit is 18 to 25 years for General candidates, with 5 years relaxation for SC/ST and 3 years for SEBC/OBC candidates.

3. What is the educational qualification for Postman and Mail Guard posts?

Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th) or hold an ITI certificate from a recognised board.

4. What is the Odisha Postal exam pattern?

It is a 100-mark Aptitude Test of 2 hours divided into four parts — GK & Reasoning, Mathematics, English and Regional Language (Odia).

5. Is there negative marking in the Odisha Postal exam?

No. There is no negative marking in the Postman, Mail Guard and MTS Aptitude Test, so you should attempt all questions.

6. What is the salary of an Odisha Postal Postman?

The basic salary is Rs. 18,000/- in Level 1 of the pay matrix as per the 7th CPC, along with admissible allowances.

7. Is there an interview in the Odisha Postal selection process?

No, there is no interview. Selection is based only on the marks scored in the written Aptitude Test.

8. Which subjects are covered in the Odisha Postal Aptitude Test?

The test covers General Knowledge, Reasoning, Mathematics, English and the Regional Language (Odia), each carrying 25 marks.

9. How many previous year papers are available to download?

The 2018 Postman & Mail Guard paper along with the All Odisha 63,000 PYQ combo are available in the Odisha Postal Previous Year Question table above.

10. How do previous year papers help in preparation?

They help you understand the real exam trend, spot repeated questions, improve speed and accuracy, and build confidence for the exam.

Conclusion

This complete Odisha Postal Previous Year Question resource gives you the year-wise question papers, answer keys, cut-off marks, exam pattern, eligibility and preparation tips for the Postman, Mail Guard and MTS exam. Bookmark this page, download the PDF, and start a focused study plan today. Keep visiting Techofworld and the official India Post website for the latest updates on the Odisha Postal recruitment!

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