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India Post GDS Recruitment Notification 2026 Out for 28,000 Vacancies

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026; Department of Posts, Government of India, has invited applications to fill 28,635 (Approx) Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts, including Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak positions, in various post offices across India. Candidates who have passed the 10th standard examination and have studied Mathematics, English, and the local language are eligible to apply for these positions. The age limit is 18 to 40 years. Eligible and interested candidates must submit their applications only through the official online portal from 30 January 2026 14 February 2026.

India Post GDS Recruitment

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

  • Organization Name: Department of Posts
  • Post Name: Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)
  • Total Vacancy: 28,635 (Approx)
  • Qualification: 10th pass
  • Age Limit: 18-40 years
  • Salary: Rs. 10,000-29,380/-
  • Apply Mode: Online
  • Apply Start Date: 31.01.2026
  • Apply Last Date: 16.02.2026
  • Official Website: indiapost.gov.in

India Post Gramin Dak Sevak Vacancy 2026

The Department of Posts, Government of India, has invited applications to fill 28,635 (Approx) Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts such as Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak in various post offices across India.

State-wise Vacancy:-

  • Uttar Pradesh - 3169
  • Uttarakhand - 436
  • Bihar - 1344
  • Chhattisgarh - 1155
  • Delhi - 37
  • Rajasthan - 634
  • Haryana - 270
  • Himachal Pradesh - 520
  • Jammu & Kashmir - 267
  • Jharkhand - 908
  • Madhya Pradesh - 2102
  • Kerala - 1691
  • Punjab - 261
  • Maharashtra - 3553
  • North Eastern - 1014
  • Odisha - 1191
  • Karnataka - 1022
  • Tamil Nadu - 2009
  • Telangana - 608
  • Assam - 639
  • Gujarat - 1782
  • West Bengal - 2963
  • Andhra Pradesh - 1060

Total Vacancies: 28,635 (Approx)

India Post GDS Recruitment Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must possess a certificate of passing the Secondary School Examination (Class 10) from any recognized education board approved by the Government of India/State Government. Candidates must have passed Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects and must have studied the local language of the concerned postal circle up to at least Class 10.

Age Limit:

  • Minimum Age: 18 years
  • Maximum Age: 40 years

Age Relaxation:

  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC: 3 years
  • PwBD: 10-15 years (depending on category)

India Post Gramin Dak Sevak 2026 Pay Scale 

  • Branch Postmaster (BPM): Rs. 12,000-29,380/-
  • Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)/ Dak Sevak: Rs. 10,000-24,470/-

India Post Recruitment Application Fee

  • General/ OBC/ EWS Category: Rs.100/-
  • SC/ ST/ Female/ PwBD/ Trans-women Category: No Fee

Payment Mode: Online Payment Only (Debit/Credit/UPI/Net Banking).

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 How to Apply 

Candidates can follow the steps below to apply online:

  1. Visit India Post official portal: indiapost.gov.in.
  2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
  3. Fill online application form
  4. Upload required documents
  5. Select Division & post preference
  6. Pay application fee online
  7. Submit and take printout for reference.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts is based entirely on merit and does not include any written examination or interview. Candidates are shortlisted through a system-generated merit list based on the marks obtained in the tenth grade (secondary examination).

India Post Gramin Dak Sevak 2026 Important Dates

  • One-Time Registration (OTR): 31.01.2026 to 14.02.2026 
  • Submission of Online Application & Fee Payment: 02.02.2026 to 16.02.2026
  • Correction in Registration/Application Form: 18.02.2026 to 19.02.2026

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India Post Gramin Dak Sevak Recruitment 2026 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q1. What is the full form of GDS?

  • Answer: GDS stands for Gramin Dak Sevak.

Q2. Which posts are available under this recruitment?

  • Answer: Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak.

Q3. How many vacancies are available?

  • Answer: Approximately 28,635 vacancies across India.

Q4. What is the last date to apply?

  • Answer: The last date to submit the application is 16 February 2026.

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