The Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communications, has released the official notification for India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 28,740 vacancies across different postal circles in the country. The posts include Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak.The online application process will start on 31 January 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their forms through the official India Post GDS portal. The selection will be done purely on a merit basis, without any written examination. Candidates who have passed Class 10 and meet the age and language requirements can apply. Interested applicants are advised to check all details carefully before submitting the application.
Vacancies and important dates for India Post GDS recruitment 2026
The online registration for India Post GDS will begin on 31 January 2026. The last date to apply is 14 February 2026. Candidates can pay the application fee until 16 February 2026.For those who need to make corrections in their application form, a short correction window will be open from 18 to 19 February 2026. The merit list is expected to be released by the end of February 2026.A total of 28,740 posts have been announced under this recruitment drive. These vacancies are spread across all postal circles in India. The exact number of posts for each state and category will be available in the official notification on the India Post GDS website.
Eligibility criteria
To apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026, candidates must have passed Class 10 from a recognised board. Mathematics and English should be among the subjects studied in Class 10. Candidates must also have knowledge of the local language of the postal circle they are applying for.The minimum age required is 18 years, and the maximum age is 40 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
Selection process
There will be no written exam or interview for India Post GDS recruitment. Selection will be based only on Class 10 marks. A merit list will be prepared by converting marks into percentages. Candidates with higher marks will be given preference.
How to apply online
The application fee is ₹100 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. Female candidates and those belonging to SC, ST, PwD, and Transgender categories are exempted from paying the fee.Candidates can apply online through the official website indiapostgdsonline.gov.in by completing registration, filling in personal and educational details, uploading documents, and paying the fee if applicable.
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