India Post GDS 2026 Recruitment for 28,636 Posts, Detailed Guide, Online Apply, Get Postal Job with Just 10th. The Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communication, has issued a notification for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January-2026. This recruitment drive invites online applications for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak posts across multiple postal circles in India. Download India Post GDS 2026 Notification PDF below.
India Post GDS 2026: Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January-2026. Applications are invited from the eligible candidates to fill vacant posts of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDSs) [i.e. Branch Postmaster (BPM)/Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)/Dak Sevaks] in different offices of the Department of Posts.
The details of the tentative vacant posts in each Circle/Division are given in Annexure-I. The applications are to be submitted online at the following link: https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.ย
India Post GDS 2026 Recruitment Overview Summary
Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January-2026. This recruitment drive invites online applications for over 22,000 for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak posts across multiple postal circles in India.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Department of Posts, Govt. of India |
| Recruitment Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) |
| Posts | BPM, ABPM, Dak Sevak |
| Notification No. | 17-37/2025-GDS (Pt.I) |
| Notification Date | 28 January 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 31 Jan 2026 โ 14 Feb 2026 |
| Application Dates | 02 Feb 2026 โ 16 Feb 2026 |
| Correction Window | 18 Feb 2026 โ 19 Feb 2026 |
| Selection Basis | 10th Class Merit |
| Website | indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement |
India Post GDS Vacancy 2026
The recruitment is conducted for the following three categories of posts across different postal circles and divisions: There are total 28,636 Vacancies in all the three branches. Detailed Circle wise vacancies can be checked at the below following url.
Click the below Urlย https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement and move to Vacant Posts. Select Circle & Division and you will find the detailed Post Office wise, Category wise Vacancies available.
๐น Branch Postmaster (BPM)
- Head of the Branch Post Office
- Responsible for postal operations and IPPB services
- Must arrange accommodation for the Branch Post Office at own cost
๐น Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
- Assists BPM in daily postal work
- Handles mail delivery, counter services, and IPPB transactions
๐น Dak Sevak
- Mail delivery, sorting, and postal assistance
- Works in Sub Post Offices, Head Post Offices, RMS units
| Circle Name |
UR
|
OBC
|
SC
|
ST
|
Total
|
| Andhra Pradesh Circle |
487
|
241
|
142
|
45
|
1,060
|
| Assam Circle |
241
|
116
|
41
|
53
|
511
|
| Assam Circle |
48
|
30
|
16
|
0
|
106
|
| Assam Circle |
15
|
1
|
0
|
4
|
22
|
| Bihar Circle |
599
|
328
|
199
|
67
|
1,344
|
| Chhattisgarh Circle |
472
|
46
|
137
|
340
|
1,155
|
| Delhi Circle |
27
|
4
|
2
|
3
|
38
|
| Gujarat Circle |
752
|
441
|
61
|
281
|
1,782
|
| Haryana Circle |
114
|
73
|
48
|
0
|
270
|
| Himachal Pradesh Circle |
217
|
101
|
131
|
12
|
520
|
| Jammukashmir Circle |
116
|
69
|
24
|
24
|
267
|
| Jharkhand Circle |
382
|
105
|
100
|
218
|
908
|
| Karnataka Circle |
435
|
242
|
149
|
59
|
1,022
|
| Kerala Circle |
930
|
378
|
151
|
20
|
1,691
|
| Madhya Pradesh Circle |
844
|
252
|
336
|
398
|
2,102
|
| Maharashtra Circle |
49
|
15
|
0
|
14
|
93
|
| Maharashtra Circle |
1,505
|
765
|
383
|
272
|
3,460
|
| North Eastern Circle |
42
|
2
|
17
|
32
|
106
|
| North Eastern Circle |
344
|
0
|
0
|
104
|
497
|
| North Eastern Circle |
46
|
5
|
1
|
37
|
102
|
| North Eastern Circle |
44
|
4
|
0
|
63
|
126
|
| North Eastern Circle |
50
|
23
|
3
|
42
|
137
|
| North Eastern Circle |
19
|
2
|
0
|
20
|
46
|
| Odisha Circle |
518
|
121
|
175
|
249
|
1,191
|
| Punjab Circle |
3
|
0
|
0
|
0
|
3
|
| Punjab Circle |
116
|
58
|
55
|
3
|
258
|
| Rajasthan Circle |
295
|
87
|
84
|
73
|
634
|
| Tamilnadu Circle |
870
|
503
|
372
|
17
|
2,009
|
| Telangana Circle |
305
|
127
|
73
|
17
|
608
|
| Uttarakhand Circle |
228
|
63
|
72
|
16
|
436
|
| Uttar Pradesh Circle |
1,328
|
830
|
588
|
62
|
3,169
|
| West Bengal Circle |
1,157
|
616
|
561
|
159
|
2,765
|
| West Bengal Circle |
13
|
4
|
7
|
0
|
24
|
| West Bengal Circle |
34
|
17
|
2
|
7
|
70
|
| West Bengal Circle |
20
|
11
|
0
|
3
|
41
|
| West Bengal Circle |
31
|
14
|
12
|
2
|
63
|
| Total |
12696
|
5694
|
3942
|
2716
|
28636
|
๐ข Circle-wise and division-wise vacancy details are available in Annexure-I on the portal. Reservations apply for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, and UR categories as per Government norms.
๐ Eligibility Criteria for India Post GDS 2026
The Eligibility criteria covers the mandatory requirements for the India Post GDS 2026 Posts like Age Limit, Educational Qualifications and other norms.
Age Limit (as on last date of application)
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 40 years
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| EWS | No relaxation |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | 10 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
โ Educational Qualification for India Post GDS 2026
- 10th Pass (Secondary School Examination)
- Must have passed Mathematics and English
- Must have studied local language up to Class 10
- Board must be recognized by Govt. of India / State Govt.
Primary Requirement:
- Secondary School Examination (SSE) pass certificate of 10th standard with passing marks in Mathematics and English
- Examination must be from a recognized Board of School Education by Government of India/State Governments/Union Territories
Local Language Requirement:
- Candidate must have studied the local language at least up to 10th standard from a recognized board
- Local language requirements vary by state/circle (refer to Annexure-III in the notification)
Special Provisions:
- Arunachal Pradesh: Candidates must know both English/Hindi (studied up to 10th) and any of the 23 tribal local languages/dialects notified by the state government
- Goa: Candidates must have studied Konkani or Marathi at 10th standard level. Those who studied only Marathi must possess proficiency in Konkani (certificate required from Goa Konkani Akademi)
- Sikkim: Candidates must know English and any one of 12 languages (Nepali, Bhutia, Lepcha, Limbu, Newari, Rai, Gurung, Mangar, Sherpa, Tamang, Sunuwar, or Bhujel) studied at 10th standard
Other Qualifications
Candidates must possess:
- Knowledge of computers
- Knowledge of cycling
- Adequate means of livelihood (GDS position is not a full-time employment in traditional sense)
Application Fee Details for India Post GDS 2026
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS Male Candidates | โน100 (One Hundred Rupees Only) |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | Exempted |
| SC/ST Candidates | Exempted |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted |
| Transgender Candidates | Exempted |
Payment Mode:
- Online payment through Credit/Debit Cards, Net Banking, or UPI
- Payment must be completed by 5:00 PM on 16.02.2026
- Important: Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances
India Post GDS 2026 Selection Process
The selection is based on a merit-based system without any written examination or interview.
- No written exam
- Selection based on Class 10 marks
- Marks calculated up to 4 decimal places
- Grade/CGPA converted automatically by system
- Tie-breaking based on age, category & gender priority
- Final selection after document verification
Merit Calculation:
- Based on 10th Standard Marks: Candidates are shortlisted based on marks obtained in Secondary School Examination (10th standard) aggregated to percentage with accuracy up to 4 decimal places
- Grade to Marks Conversion: For candidates with grade-based marksheets:
- Grade points will be converted using a multiplication factor of 9.5
- CGPA will be multiplied by 9.5 to arrive at percentage
- Higher value will be considered where both percentage and grades are given
- Special Case โ Tamil Nadu 2020-21: Candidates who received only pass certificates (no marks due to COVID-19) will be awarded uniform 66.67%
India Post GDS 2026 Tie-Breaking Criteria:
In case of equal marks, preference will be given based on:
- Date of Birth (older candidates preferred)
- Category-wise priority: ST trans-woman, ST female, SC trans-woman, SC female, OBC trans-woman, OBC female, EWS trans-woman, EWS female, UR trans-woman, UR female, ST trans-male, ST Male, SC trans-male, SC Male, OBC trans-male, OBC male, EWS trans-male, EWS male, UR trans-male, UR male
India Post GDS 2026 Salary and Emoluments
GDS employees receive emoluments in the form of Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) with annual increment of 3% (subject to conditions).
TRCA Slabs:
| Position | TRCA Range |
|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | โน12,000 to โน29,380 per month |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) | โน10,000 to โน24,470 per month |
| Dak Sevak | โน10,000 to โน24,470 per month |
Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA) on TRCA as declared by Government of India
- GDS Gratuity
- Service Discharge Benefit Scheme (similar to National Pension System)
- Other allowances as per GDS (Conduct and Engagement) Rules, 2020
How to Apply Online for India Post GDS 2026
Step-by-Step Application Process:
STEP 1: One-Time Registration (31.01.2026 to 14.02.2026)
- Visit https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
- Click on โCandidate Login/Registerโ then โNew Candidate Registrationโ
- Enter and verify mobile number and email ID through OTP
- Fill personal details (Name, DOB, Gender, Fatherโs/Motherโs name, Community)
- System will generate Registration Number and password (sent via SMS)
Important Points:
- Only one registration per candidate allowed
- Same mobile/email cannot be used for multiple registrations
- Mobile and email ID cannot be changed later
STEP 2: Fill Online Application (02.02.2026 to 16.02.2026)
- Login using Registration Number and password
- Click โApply Onlineโ under Active Notification tab
- Fill the following sections:
- Personal Details (auto-populated from registration)
- Board/Educational Details (marks obtained in 10th)
- Division selection and Post preference
- Upload photograph and signature
- Preview application before final submission
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit application
Documents Required for Upload:
- Recent Photograph:
- Format: JPG/JPEG only
- Size: 30 KB to 100 KB
- Dimensions: 320 ร 400 pixels (4:5 ratio)
- Plain white/light background
- Face should occupy 70-80% of image
- Signature:
- Format: JPG/JPEG only
- Size: 20 KB to 100 KB
- Dimensions: 300 ร 120 pixels (5:2 ratio)
- Written on white paper with black/blue pen
Edit/Correction Window (18.02.2026 to 19.02.2026):
- Two-day window to correct mistakes in application
- No new registration needed
- Fee payment required if category changes
- Modified application replaces original completely
India Post GDS 2026 Key Dates Calendar
| Activity | Date/Period |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 28th January 2026 |
| One-Time Registration | 31.01.2026 to 14.02.2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Application Submission & Fee Payment | 02.02.2026 to 16.02.2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Correction Window | 18.02.2026 to 19.02.2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Selection Process Closure | 30.06.2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for India Post GDS 2026 Recruitment
Q1: Can I apply for multiple divisions?
No, you can apply for posts in only ONE division, though you can give preferences for multiple posts within that division.
Q2: Is there any written exam or interview?
No, selection is purely merit-based on 10th standard marks. No exam or interview is conducted.
Q3: What if I have only grades and no marks in my 10th certificate?
The system will automatically convert grades to marks using the 9.5 multiplication factor. Just enter your grades in the application.
Q4: Can I change my mobile number or email after registration?
No, mobile number and email ID cannot be modified under any circumstances once registered.
Q5: Is GDS a government job?
GDS are holders of civil posts but are outside regular civil services. They are governed by GDS (Conduct and Engagement) Rules, 2020, not Central Civil Services Rules.
Q6: Do I need to have another source of income?
Yes, GDS is designed for those who have other means of livelihood. An undertaking to this effect must be submitted at the time of engagement.
Q7: What happens if Iโm selected for multiple posts?
Only one post (the first in your order of preference where youโre found suitable) will be offered. Rights for all other posts will be forfeited.
Q8: Can I apply if Iโm currently employed elsewhere?
Yes, but selected GDS candidates cannot engage in activities detrimental to Post Office/IPPB business interests.
Q9: Is the application fee refundable?
No, the fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
Q10: What is the validity of caste/EWS certificates?
For OBC: Candidate should not be in creamy layer as on closing date of application. For EWS: Certificate of relevant financial year valid on last date of application submission.
Q11: What if I miss the document verification deadline?
Your candidature will be automatically cancelled and the post will be offered to the next candidate in the supplementary list.
Q12: Can BPM candidates work from rented accommodation?
Yes, but accommodation must meet prescribed standards. BPM must provide accommodation details before engagement.
