The ESS Mobile App is developed by the CEPT team. Every postal employee can access their leave requests as well as reimbursement requests using this application.
Make sure your division is rolled out in IT 2.0. Because after the rollout of IT 2.0, post office employees can access the Employee Self-Service Mobile application.
Do you know what ESS Mobile APK is and how to use it?
If no, then don’t worry, here you will get all the information about this Employee Self-Service Application.
APT Portal Link- https://app-indiapost-gov-in-employeeportal/
ESS Mobile App Overview
The full form of ESS is Employee Self-Service.
The ESS Mobile Application is a user-friendly platform designed to help employees manage HR-related services such as applying for leave, submitting reimbursement claims, accessing payslips, managing GPF transactions, and more, all from their mobile devices.
This application contains the facility listed below-
- An employee can apply for leave
- Employees can cancel their Pending Leave
- Employees can view the list of closed and restricted holidays.
- Employees can request reimbursement.
- Employees can request for GPF Advance.
- Employees can download their Pay Slips.
ESS Mobile App Download Link
The ESS Mobile application can be downloaded from the link below.

Employee Self Service (ESS) Portal Official Link
The official and working link of ESS Portal is https:/app.indiapost.gov.in/employeeportal
Employee Self Service Mobile Application Features
The home screen provides quick access to the following features:
- Apply Leave
- Cancel Pending Leave
- Closed Holidays
- Reimbursement Requests
- GPF Advance
- Pay Slip
Additionally, a welcome message with your name, along with the current date and time, will be displayed at the top.
Click on the three lines located at the top left corner of the screen. A pop-up menu will appear from the left side with the following options:
- Home
- LMS (Leave Management System)
- Reimbursements
- GPF (General Provident Fund)
- Logout
The LMS (Leave Management System) section allows you to manage all
leave-related tasks. It provides the following options:
- Apply Leave
- Closed Holidays
- Restricted Holidays
- Cancel Pending Leave
- View Leave Report
The GPF section allows you to manage your General Provident Fund transactions.
You can access information related to your GPF account and make necessary requests through this section.
ESS Mobile Application Operational Guide PDF Download
Download the operational guide of the ESS Mobile App to know more.
Click here to download.
How do I apply for leave in the ESS Application?
Follow the below step-by-step procedure to apply for leave-
- First of all, open the ESS application on your mobile.
- Now log in using your employee ID and password.
- Now, click on the “Apply Leave” option in the LMS section. You will see your available leaves.
- Select the leave type (Earned Leave, Casual Leave, Maternity Leave, etc.).
- Enter the leave start and end dates, along with any intermediate or suffix dates if applicable.
- Provide a reason for your leave and enter the necessary details (e.g., mobile number, leave station, and leave address).
- If applying for medical leave, you can upload a medical certificate.
- Click “Submit” to apply for leave.
- A confirmation message will appear once the leave is successfully applied.

How can I cancel a pending leave?
- To cancel a pending leave, Go to the LMS section.
- Click on “Cancel Pending Leave.”
- Follow the on-screen instructions to select and cancel your pending leave.
How do I view my payslip in ESS?
You can view and download your payslips from the “Pay Slip” option available on the home screen or under the “More Options” menu.
How do I apply for EL Encashment during LTC?
Follow the steps below to apply for EL Encashment during LTC-
- First of all, click on the “EL Encashment” option.
- Then select the Purpose of Encashment, enter the Number of Days for LTC, and enter Remarks. Click Verify to fetch pay details.
- Select the row with pay details and click Submit. A success message, “EL Encash Request sent successfully,” will appear.
How do I cancel a pending leave request?
- Click on the “Cancel Pending Leave” option.
- Enter the “From” and “To” dates to fetch pending leave requests.
- After selecting the dates, the pending leave requests will be shown.
- Under the “Action” column, click on “Into Mark”.
- The leave request details will appear. Click on the “Cancel Leave” button to cancel the leave request.
- A success message “Leave Cancelled Successfully” will appear once the request is canceled.
How can I view my leave report?
- Click on the “View Leave Report” option.
- Select the “From” and “To” dates.
- The leave report for the selected dates will be displayed.
What is the Reimbursements option?
The “Reimbursements” option allows you to apply for various claims and advances such as:
- TA Tour
- Medical Bill
- Children Education Allowance (CEA)
- Transfer TA
- PC Advance
- HBA Principal
How can I apply for a TA Tour reimbursement?
Follow the steps below to apply for a TA tour reimbursement-
- Click on the “Reimbursements” option, then select “TA Tour” from the drop-down list.
- Fill in the tour details, including the destination, start date, end date, and
journey details such as dates, times, places, mode of transport, distance,
fare paid, and remarks. - Add more rows if needed by clicking “Add Row”.
- Enter the stay details (hotel name, stay dates, rate per day) and click on the “Add” button.
- Select the advance if applicable and click on “Submit”.
- The total travel charge and hotel charges will be automatically calculated.
- A success message will appear as “Claim request sent successfully”.
How can I apply for a Medical Bill reimbursement?
Follow the below procedure to apply a medical bill-
- Click on the “Reimbursements” option, then select “Medical Bill” from the
drop-down list. - Enter the hospital name, treatment start and end dates, and amount.
- Under “Details of Medical,” enter the purpose and amount of expenditure,
then click the “Add” button. - Add more rows if needed by clicking the “Add” button.
- Select the advance if applicable, then click on “Submit”.
- A success message will appear as “Claim request sent successfully”.
What should I do if I want to cancel a claim request?
Under the “Reimbursements” option, you will find an option to cancel a
claim request.
Select the “Cancel Claim Request” option and follow the instructions to cancel your request.
How do I view my IT declaration or EL Encashment details?
- Click on the “Reimbursements” option.
- Select the “IT Declaration” or “EL Encashment” option, depending on your
needs to access the respective forms or details.
How do I apply for Travelling Allowance on Transfer?
To apply for Travelling Allowance on Transfer (TA), follow these steps:
- Select the reimbursement type as “Transfer TA”.
- Enter the Destination, Journey Start Date, Journey End Date, CTG Amount, Personal Effect Amount, Travelling Charges, and Employee Remarks.
- Enter the Total Amount.
- Expand the Details of Journey section.
- Enter From Date, From Place, To Date, To Place, Mode of Journey, Distance (in KMS), Fare Paid, and Remarks.
- Click on Add to save the data, and add more rows if necessary.
- Click on Select Advance to select any advance (if applicable).
- Click Submit.
- A success message, “Claim request sent successfully,” will appear.
What is the process for applying for Travel Allowance Tour Advance?
To apply for a TA Tour Advance, follow these steps:
- Select the “Advance Type” as “TA Tour Advance”.
- Enter Tour Destination, Tour Start Date, Tour End Date, Daily Allowance, Travelling Charges, Hotel Charges, and Remarks.
- The Total Amount will be calculated automatically.
- Click Submit.
- A success message, “Advance request sent successfully,” will
- appear
How can I download my payslip in the ESS Mobile Application?
Just follow the below step-by-step procedure to download your payslip using the ESS Application-
- Click on the “Payslip” sub-card available on the Home screen.
- A “Generate Payslip” screen will appear. Your employee ID will auto-populate.
- Select the financial year and month, then click on the “Generate Payslip” button.
- Your payslip will be generated and available for download.

How do I apply for a Medical Advance?
To apply for a Medical Advance, follow these steps:
- Select “Medical Advance” as the advance type.
- Enter the Hospital Name, Treatment Start Date, and Treatment End Date
Date, Amount, and Employee Remarks. - Click Submit.
- A success message, “Advance request sent successfully,” will appear.
How do I apply for a Personal Computer Advance?
To apply for a PC Advance, follow these steps:
- Select “PC Advance” as the advance type.
- Enter the Amount, Date, Installment Count, and Remarks.
- Click Submit.
- A success message, “Advance request sent successfully,” will appear.
How do I apply for HBA advance?
To apply for the HBA Principal advance, follow these steps:
- Select “HBA Principal” as the “Advance Type”.
- Enter the Amount, Date, Installment Count, and Employee Remarks. Click Submit.
- A success message, “Advance request sent successfully,” will appear.
How do I apply for Travelling Allowance on Transfer advance?
To apply for the TA Transfer Advance, follow these steps: Select “TA Transfer Advance” as the advance type. Enter Transfer Destination, Journey Start Date, Journey End Date, Employee Remarks, CTG Amount, Personal Effect Amount, and Travelling Charges. The Total Amount will be calculated automatically. Click Submit. A success message, “Advance request sent successfully,” will appear.
How do I cancel a claim request before approval?
To cancel a claim request, Click on the “Cancel Claim Request” option. The claim cancellation screen will open. Select the claim you want to cancel and click the “Cancel” button. The request will be cancelled.
Is there any help available if I face issues with the ESS App?
If you face any issues with the app, please contact the HR department or refer to the user support section within the app. They will guide you through troubleshooting steps or assist with any queries you may have.
How can I submit my Income Tax Exemption declaration?
To submit your Income Tax Exemption: Click on the “IT Declaration” option. The “Income Tax Declaration” screen will open. Select the section under which you are submitting the declaration. Enter the Amount, upload any documents by clicking Upload File, and enter Remarks. Click on Submit.
Can I track my reimbursement claims on this application?
Yes, you can submit and track reimbursement claims directly from the app. Just navigate to the Reimbursements section in the app.
How can I cancel a miscellaneous request?
Under the “Reimbursements” option, select “Cancel Misc Request” to cancel a miscellaneous request, and follow the instructions.
How do I cancel a miscellaneous request before approval?
To cancel a miscellaneous request, click on the “Cancel Misc Request” option. A screen will open, where you can select the request to be cancelled. Once selected, click the “Cancel” button. The request will be successfully cancelled.
What is the purpose of the GPF option?
The GPF option allows employees to manage their General Provident Fund (GPF) activities. You can raise various requests related to GPF, such as GPF Withdrawal, Advance, Subscription, and View GPF Statements.
How can I generate my GPF statement?
Click on the “GPF Statement” option. The employee ID will be autopopulated. Select the financial year for which the statement is to be generated. Click on “Generate PDF” to download your GPF statement in PDF format.
How do I apply for a GPF withdrawal?
Click on the “GPF Withdrawal” option. Select the type of withdrawal, enter the withdrawal amount, and add remarks. Click on “Submit”. Once submitted, a success message will appear saying “GPF Withdrawal Sent Successfully”.
How do I apply for a GPF advance?
Click on the “GPF Advance” option. Select the type of advance from the dropdown list, enter the advance amount, the installment count, and add remarks. Click on “Submit”. The GPF advance request will be successfully submitted.
How do I alter my monthly GPF subscription?
Click on the “GPF Subscription” option. The GPF Subscription screen will
open, allowing you to make changes to your monthly subscription.