India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: The India Post has announced the recruitment of Gramin Dak Sevaks Assistant Branch Post Master under the Schedule-I January 2026 cycle with 28740 vacancies available.
India Post GDS Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Gramin Dak Sevaks, Assistant & Post Master |
| Total Posts | 28740 Vacancy |
| Organization | India Post |
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Salary | Rs.29,380/-Per Month |
| Correction Date | 18th – 19th Feb 2026 |
India Post GDS Recruitment Details
Post Name: Gramin Dak Sevaks
Total Posts: 28470 Posts
Engagement Schedule: January-2026
Department: Department of Posts
Emoluments: Emoluments in the form of Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) plus Dearness Allowance thereon are paid to the GDS. The applicable TRCA to different categories are as under:
- BPM: Rs.12,000 – 29,380/- Per Month
- ABPM/Dak Sevak: Rs.10,000 – 24,470/-Per Month
India Post GDS Recruitment Criteria
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Secondary School Examination (10th standard) with Mathematics and English as compulsory or elective subjects from a recognized Board of School Education under the Government of India, State Governments, or Union Territories. This qualification is mandatory for all categories of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDSs).
Age Limit: Applicants must be at least 18 years old and should not exceed 40 years as of the last date of application submission.
Age Relaxation: The upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates and 10 years for the PwD candidates.
Local Language Proficiency: Candidates must have studied the local language of the respective postal circle at least up to the 10th standard.
Knowledge of Cycling: Knowledge of cycling is a mandatory requirement for all GDS posts. Candidates who can ride a scooter or motorcycle will also be considered to have knowledge of cycling.
India Post GDS Vacancy Distribution
The vacancies are distributed across various Postal Circles covering all states and union territories. Candidates can apply for posts in the following circles:
- Andhra Pradesh Circle: Andhra Pradesh and Yanam
- Assam Circle: Assam (including Barak Valley and Bodoland)
- Bihar Circle: Bihar
- Chhattisgarh Circle: Chhattisgarh
- Delhi Circle: NCT of Delhi
- Gujarat Circle: Gujarat, Dadra Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu
- Haryana Circle: Haryana
- Himachal Pradesh Circle: Himachal Pradesh
- Jammu and Kashmir Circle: J&K and Ladakh
- Jharkhand Circle: Jharkhand
- Karnataka Circle: Karnataka
- Kerala Circle: Kerala, Lakshadweep & Mahe
- Madhya Pradesh Circle: Madhya Pradesh
- Maharashtra Circle: Maharashtra and Goa
- North East Circle: Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura
- Odisha Circle: Odisha
- Punjab Circle: Punjab and Chandigarh
- Rajasthan Circle: Rajasthan
- Tamil Nadu Circle: Tamil Nadu and Puducherry (excluding Mahe & Yanam)
- Telangana Circle: Telangana
- Uttar Pradesh Circle: Uttar Pradesh
- Uttarakhand Circle: Uttarakhand
- West Bengal Circle: West Bengal, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Sikkim, and Darjeeling Division
Note: Division-wise detailed vacancy position will be available on the GDS Online Engagement Portal.
India Post GDS Recruitment Salary
The India Post GDS recruitment includes multiple roles under the Gramin Dak Sevak category. The details are as follows:
| Post Name | Vacancy | Pay Scale (TRCA) |
|---|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | 28470 | Rs.12,000/- to Rs.29,380/- |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) | Rs.10,000/- to Rs.24,470/- | |
| Dak Sevak | Rs.10,000/- to Rs.24,470/- |
India Post GDS Recruitment Selection Process
The selection process for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is purely merit-based, and no examination is required.
- Merit-Based Selection: Based on marks obtained in Secondary School Examination (10th standard)
- Document Verification (DV): Physical verification of original certificates by Divisional/Unit Head
- Pre-Engagement Formalities: 3 days basic training, arrangement of accommodation (for BPM)
- Medical Examination: Candidates must meet prescribed medical standards
- Antecedent Verification: Police verification and document verification from issuing authorities
India Post GDS Recruitment Application Fees
Candidates applying for GDS posts must pay an application fee. The details are:
- General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 100/-
- SC/ST/PwD/Female/Transwomen: Exempted (No Fee)
- Payment can be made online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
Important Dates of India Post GDS Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 28th January 2026 |
| Online One-Time Registration Start | 31st January 2026 |
| Online One-Time Registration End | 14th February 2026 |
| Application Submission Start | 2nd February 2026 |
| Application Submission End | 16th February 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16th February 2026 |
| Correction Window | 18th – 19th February 2026 |
| Engagement Process Closure | 30th June 2026 |
How To Apply India Post GDS Recruitment
Follow these steps to apply for the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026:
- Visit India Post official website https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
- Register with a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload scanned photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the application and print the confirmation receipt.
Important Links of India Post GDS Recruitment
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| NEToday WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
