The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, has released the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification on 27 August 2026 for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement, Schedule-II, July-2026. The notification (No. 17-12/2026-GDS) invites applications from eligible candidates for the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak across various Circles and Divisions of the Department of Posts. [Insert confirmed vacancy count here once available.
Interested candidates can apply online at indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement. Read on for the complete details on application dates, eligibility, selection process, and how to apply.
India Post GDS Notification 2026 Out
Candidates can download the Notification PDF here for GDS Recruitment 2026 for Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026. The PDF contains important details related to the recruitment that candidates should know of.
Download India Post GDS Notification 2026 PDF
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Post Names
The recruitment covers three categories of GDS posts:
- Branch Postmaster (BPM): Overall in-charge of a Branch Post Office, responsible for day-to-day postal operations, IPPB services, and mail conveyance/delivery in single-handed offices.
- Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM): Assists the BPM with postal operations, sale of stamps/stationery, mail delivery, and IPPB transactions.
- Dak Sevak: Engaged in Post Offices, Sorting Offices, Mail Offices, or Delivery Centres, handling mail, parcels, and related duties.
No Written Exam for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
One of the biggest highlights of the India Post GDS 2026 is that no written examination or interview will be conducted. Selection will be done purely on the basis of Class 10 marks.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Exam Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Authority | India Post Office |
| Recruitment Name |
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name |
Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) |
| Total Vacancies | 23757 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years |
| Educational Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Selection Method |
Merit-Based (Based on 10th Class Marks) |
| Salary Details |
ABPM/GDS: ₹10,000 – ₹24,470/- |
| Official Website |
www.indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
India Post GDS 2026 Application Dates
| Event | Date |
| User Registration |
31 August to 19 September 2026 |
| Application Submission |
2 September to 21 September 2026 |
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India Post GDS Vacancy 2026
A total of 23757 vacancies have been announced for Gramin Dak Sevak post for July Schedule, 2026. Candidates can check the circle-wise and category-wise vacancy in the snippet below:
Postal GDS 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed eligibility requirements, including educational qualification, age limit, and local language proficiency, as mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit
Candidate must be in the age of 18 to 40 years, as of the last date of application submission. The relaxation to reserved categories is provided below.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| EWS | No relaxation |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
Educational Qualification
Must have passed in Secondary School Examination (10th standard) with passing marks in Mathematics and English, from a board recognised by the Central/State Government or a Union Territory. Candidates must also have studied the prescribed local language up to 10th standard (state/circle-wise local language list is specified in the notification).
Other Requirements
Basic knowledge of computers, ability to ride a cycle, and an adequate independent source of livelihood besides the GDS allowance.
GDS State Preference & Local Language Requirement
Preference is given to candidates from the same postal circle/state where Class 10 was completed. Studying the local language up to Class 10 is mandatory, and a lack of proficiency may lead to rejection during document verification.
India GDS Selection Process 2026
Selection for GDS, ABPM, and BPM posts is based only on Class 10 marks.
- No written exam or interview
- Selection based solely on Class 10 marks
In case of a tie in merit, preference is decided using a fixed priority order based on date of birth (older candidates preferred) and category/gender combinations, as defined by the Department.
Shortlisted candidates are then called for physical verification of documents at the concerned Divisional/Unit Head office, followed by pre-engagement formalities including a 3-day basic training.
India Post GDS 2026 Apply Online
The registrations for GDS Recruitment, July 2026 session will start from 31st August 2026 and candidates can submit form from 2nd to 21st September 2026. We will share the direct link here, once it gets activated.
GDS Application Fee
The application fee can be paid online only through Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or any other method provided by the authority.
| Application Fee | |
| Category | |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC/ST/PwD/Female/Transwomen | |
How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
- Visit indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) using a valid mobile number and email ID (each can be used for only one registration)
- Log in using the generated Registration Number and password
- Fill in personal details, educational (10th standard) details, and select your preferred Division and post(s)
- Upload photograph (JPG/JPEG, 30–100 KB) and signature (JPG/JPEG, 20–100 KB) as per prescribed specifications
- Preview the application and make corrections if needed
- Pay the application fee, if applicable, and submit
Document Required
- Class 10 marksheet
- Identity proof
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Date of birth proof
- Medical certificate from a Government hospital/dispensary
- Local/tribal language proficiency certificate (where applicable, e.g., Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Goa, Nagaland)
India Post Office GDS Salary
| Post Name | Salary Range |
| BPM (Branch Post Master) |
Rs. 12,000 – Rs. 29,380/- |
| ABPM/Dak Sevak |
Rs. 10,000 – Rs. 24,470/- |
Check: India Post GDS Full Salary Post-wise