GDS to MTS Exam Syllabus 2025 – Complete and Updated Guide for Aspirants

📅 Updated: July 2025
✍️ By PostalBlog Editorial Team

🚀 Introduction

Are you a Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) aiming for a government promotion? The GDS to MTS promotional exam 2025 is your golden chance to become a Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) under India Post. But to crack it, you need a clear understanding of the latest syllabus and exam pattern.

In this post, we’re sharing the complete syllabus, subject-wise topics, exam structure, and tips to help you succeed in the GDS to MTS exam this year.

🧾 GDS to MTS Exam 2025 – Quick Overview

Feature	Details
📝 Exam Name	GDS to MTS Promotional Examination
🏢 Conducted By	Department of Posts, India
📆 Expected Exam Date	August/September 2025 (tentative)
⌛ Duration	1 hour (60 minutes)
🖊️ Mode	Offline (OMR-based)
🎯 Qualifying Marks	40% (General), 33% (SC/ST/OBC/PwD)

📚 GDS to MTS Exam Pattern 2025

The exam consists of one paper with multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The paper is divided into two parts:

Part	Subject	No. of Questions	Marks
A	General Knowledge & Reasoning	25	25
B	Mathematics	25	25
C	Postal Guide & Work-Related Knowledge	25	25
D	English & Regional Language	25	25
Total	—	100 Questions	100 Marks

🕒 Time Allotted: 60 minutes
❌ Negative Marking: No

🔍 Detailed Syllabus – Subject-wise Breakdown

📘 Part A: General Knowledge & Reasoning

Indian Geography & States
Indian Constitution basics
Freedom Movement
Current Affairs (last 6 months)
Logical Reasoning (series, analogies, patterns)
Daily-use facts (postal awareness, India Post news)

➕ Part B: Mathematics

Simplification
Percentages
Profit & Loss
Time & Work
Ratio & Proportion
Simple & Compound Interest
Number System
Averages and Mensuration (Basic)

📦 Part C: Postal Knowledge & Work-Related Topics

Mail delivery process
Post Office Rules (PO Guide Part I & II)
Duties of GDS and MTS
BPM/ABPM knowledge
Handling Registered/Speed Post
India Post Mobile Apps (Postinfo, IPPB)
Common Forms used in Post Office (Form 1, 2, 3…)

📝 Part D: English & Regional Language

Comprehension passage
Synonyms / Antonyms
Sentence formation and correction
Basic grammar rules
Letter writing basics
Translation (from English to local language & vice versa)

💡 Regional Language will be based on the circle you belong to (Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Marathi, etc.)

🧠 Preparation Tips for GDS to MTS Exam 2025

✔️ Know the Syllabus: Print it out and keep it in front of your study desk.
✔️ Use Postal Manuals: PO Guide Part I & II is your bible.
✔️ Mock Tests: Solve previous year question papers and model tests.
✔️ Read Daily: Stay updated on India Post changes and current events.
✔️ Focus on Time: Practice completing 100 MCQs in under 60 minutes.

🗓️ Important Dates (Tentative)

Event	Date
Notification Release	August 2025
Last Date to Apply	Within 15 days of notification
Admit Card Download	7 days before exam
Exam Date	Expected in September 2025

Stay tuned to your division/circle office notice board and official India Post updates.

📄 Documents Required for Application

GDS Appointment Order Copy
Educational Qualification Certificates
Service Certificate from Postmaster
Identity Proof (Aadhaar/PAN)
Recent Passport Size Photo

📌 Application is usually done offline via your Divisional Office.

🙋‍♂️ FAQs – GDS to MTS Exam 2025

Q1. Can BPMs and ABPMs apply for this exam?
Yes, all GDS categories (BPM, ABPM, Dak Sevak) are eligible.

Q2. Is computer knowledge necessary?
Not compulsory, but useful for future departmental exams.

Q3. How many times can I appear?
There’s no limit, but selection is based on merit and availability of posts.

✅ Final Words

The GDS to MTS promotional exam is a great opportunity to enter the regular establishment of India Post and enjoy better job security, salary, and benefits.

🗝️ Start your preparation early, understand the syllabus well, and focus on work-related knowledge. PostalBlog.in will keep you updated with sample papers, notification alerts, and result announcements.

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