India Post GDS Notification 2026 Out: The Department of Posts has released the official recruitment notification for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts. India Post GDS Notification 2026 has been released on the official website. The recruitment aims to hire qualified candidates for the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak. Candidates should have completed Class 10 from a recognised educational board, and the age limit is 18 to 40 years. The application process will start from September 2, 2026, to September 21, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
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India Post GDS Notification 2026 has been issued and is available on the official website. Candidates should have completed thier class 10th to apply for the GDS recruitment process. All the applications will be accepted online, and selection will be based on the merit of Class 10 marks.
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India Post GDS Notification 2026 Overview |
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Recruitment Authority |
Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications |
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Post Name |
Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak |
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Recruitment Year |
2026 |
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Number of Vacancies |
23757 Circle- and division-wise (as per Annexure-I) |
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Notification Release Date |
August 20, 2026 |
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One-Time Registration Start Date |
August 31, 2026 |
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Application Dates |
September 2, 2026 to September 21, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
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Application Mode |
Online |
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Selection Process |
Class 10th Marks Merit List + Document Verification |
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Official Website |
indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement |
Candidates can download the official notification PDF directly from the portal indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement. The PDF document contains detailed rules on circle vacancies, local language requirements, age relaxation, and engagement rules. For the latest recruitment updates, visit the main India Post website.
The recruitment drive fills posts in various postal circles across the country. India Post GDS Vacancy 2026 is circle-wise and division-wise in the official vacancy notification.
Branch Postmaster (BPM): Manages day-to-day postal and IPPB operations at the Branch Post Office.
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM): Helps with stamp sales, mail delivery, and postal work at the branch office.
Dak Sevak: Handles mail delivery, stamp sales, and bag handling at Post Offices or Mail Offices.
India Post GDS Vacancy 2026 PDF
Notification Release Date: August 20, 2026
One-Time Registration Start Date: August 31, 2026
Online Application & Fee Payment Start Date: September 2, 2026
Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: September 21, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Correction Window Dates: September 23, 2026 to September 24, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Merit List Release Date: To be announced on the official portal
India Post GDS Application Form 2026 will be available from September 2 to September 21, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM). Candidates need to complete the registration from August 31, 2026 and then use the portal to fill the form. Add the details carefully, upload documents, and submit the form before the deadline.
India Post GDS Application Form 2026 (Link Active On September 2)
Application Fee: Rs. 100 for all eligible posts in the chosen Division.
Exempted Categories: Female candidates, SC, ST, PwBD, and Transwomen applicants do not pay any fee.
Payment Methods: Online payment using Credit Cards, Debit Cards, Net Banking, or UPI.
Note: The application fee, once paid, will not be refunded under any circumstances.
Candidates need the following documents to complete the India Post GDS application process.
Class 10 marksheet and pass certificate
Valid photo ID proof
Recent passport-size photograph (JPG format, 30 KB to 100 KB)
Scanned signature (JPG format, 20 KB to 100 KB)
Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC), if applicable
EWS income certificate, if applicable
PwBD disability certificate, if applicable
Local language/tribal dialect certificate (for specific regions like Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Sikkim, or Nagaland)
Follow the simple steps to fill out the application form for the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026.
Step 1: Visit the India Post official website.
Step 2: Click on the registration link and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) with a valid mobile number and email ID.
Step 3: Log in using the registration number and password.
Step 4: Fill in personal, educational, and Class 10 mark details.
Step 5: Select the desired postal circle, division, and post preferences.
Step 6: Upload the scanned photo and signature according to the instructions.
Step 7: Pay the Rs. 100 application fee online (if applicable).
Step 8: Submit the application form and print a copy for future reference.
Check India Post GDS Eligibility here:
Educational Qualification: 10th pass with Mathematics and English. Candidates should have computer knowledge and know how to ride a cycle.
Age Limit: 18 to 40 years.
Age relaxations apply to reserved categories:
SC / ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwBD: 10 years
EWS: No age relaxation
India Post GDS Selection Process 2026 relies purely on merit. The authority will prepare the merit list based on the Class 10 marks. There is no written test or interview. Selected candidates will appear for the document and background check process.
The department prepares state-wise and circle-wise merit lists based on Class 10 marks percentage. Grade points or CGPA are converted into marks by multiplying by 9.5.
If candidates get equal marks, the tie is broken using this priority order:
Older age
Gender and community priority (ST female/trans-woman, SC female/trans-woman, OBC female/trans-woman, EWS female/trans-woman, UR female/trans-woman, followed by male categories)
Shortlisted candidates must complete document verification within 15 days of result publication.
India Post GDS Salary 2026 is provided to the candidates on a monthly basis, including the basic pay and allowances. GDS staff receive Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) along with Dearness Allowance (DA) and other benefits:
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Post Category |
TRCA Slab Pay Scale |
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Branch Postmaster (BPM) |
Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 29,380 |
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Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) / Dak Sevak |
Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470 |
Check all eligibility requirements before registering.
Enter Class 10 marks and personal details exactly as printed on the original marksheet.
Use an active mobile number and email ID for registration updates.
Choose post preferences carefully during form filling.
Keep all original documents ready for physical verification.
Submit the online form early to avoid last-minute server load.