India Post GDS recruitment 2026
India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026 update — a major government job drive under the Department of Posts (India Post):
What Is GDS Recruitment 2026?
The India Post GDS (Gramin Dak Sevak) Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment cycle to engage candidates for grassroots postal jobs in rural and semi-urban areas across India. Posts include:
Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)
Branch Postmaster (BPM)
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)Selection is merit-based (no written exam), primarily using Class 10 marks.
📊 Vacancies & Application Dates (January 2026 Cycle)
Total Vacancies~28,600 – 28,740 posts (varies in different notices)
Registration Start 31 January 2026
Last Date to Register 14 February 2026
Last Date to Apply / Submit Form 16 February 2026 (by 5 PM) Application Correction Window 18 – 19 February 2026
Merit List / Result To be announced (after registration & correction)
Note: The correction window allows limited editing of details in submitted applications.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
✔ Educational Qualification: Passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized board, with Mathematics & English as subjects.
✔ Age Limit: 18 – 40 years (age relaxations as per govt rules).
✔ Local Language: Candidates must know the local language of the postal circle they are applying for.
✔ Residency: Indian citizens meeting the above norms. (As per official notification).
🧠 Selection Process
✔ Merit-Based: Selection is done through a computerized merit list based on Class 10 marks – no written exam or interview.
✔ Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for document & eligibility verification.
💰 Pay & Benefits
Selected candidates are engaged under the Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) system. Typical pay ranges (based on post):
BPM: ₹12,000 – ₹29,380/month
ABPM/Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 – ₹24,470/month(Actual pay depends on category of post & circle.)
Benefits may include annual increments, DA, and other allowances under TRCA rules.
📍 How To Apply
Visit the official portal: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in (or as given in the notification).
Register with email/phone.
Fill in personal & educational details online.
Upload required documents & Class 10 mark sheet.
Pay the application fee if applicable (₹100 for General/OBC/EWS; fee waived for many reserved categories).
Submit the form before the deadline and note your registration number.
📝 Tips for Applicants
Ensure your Class 10 marksheet & local language certificate details are accurately filled — merit lists are generated from these.
Check the state/circle-wise vacancy list before choosing where to apply — merit cutoff is circle dependent.
Use the correction window (18–19 Feb) only if necessary and carefully.