The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India has officially released the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification for 28,000+ Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts across multiple states and circles in India.
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Candidates who have passed 10th Standard are eligible to apply online. The India Post GDS 2026 online application process has started from 31 January 2026, and the last date to apply is 14 February 2026 (registration) and 16 February 2026 (final submission).
This recruitment is one of the largest government job opportunities in 2026 for 10th pass candidates seeking a stable career in the postal department.
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📌 India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Department of Posts, Govt. of India |
| Post Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (BPM, ABPM, Dak Sevak) |
| Total Vacancies | 28,635 (Tentative) |
| Advertisement No | 17-37/2025-GDS (Pt.I) |
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 Years |
| Application Start Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Registration Last Date | 14 February 2026 |
| Final Apply Last Date | 16 February 2026 (till 5 PM) |
| Selection Process | Merit Based (10th Marks) |
| Official Website | indiapost.gov.in |
📍 State-wise India Post GDS Vacancy 2026
| State | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 3169 |
| Maharashtra | 3553 |
| West Bengal | 2963 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 2102 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2009 |
| Gujarat | 1782 |
| Kerala | 1691 |
| Bihar | 1344 |
| Odisha | 1191 |
| Chhattisgarh | 1155 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 1060 |
| Karnataka | 1022 |
| North Eastern | 1014 |
| Jharkhand | 908 |
| Rajasthan | 634 |
| Assam | 639 |
| Telangana | 608 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 520 |
| Uttarakhand | 436 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 267 |
| Punjab | 261 |
| Haryana | 270 |
| Delhi | 37 |
📌 Total Vacancies: 28,635 (Tentative)
🎓 India Post GDS 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Must have passed 10th Standard (SSC) from a recognized Board.
- Mathematics and English must be passed subjects.
- Candidate must have studied the local language up to 10th Standard for the concerned postal circle.
Essential Skills
- Basic knowledge of computers
- Knowledge of cycling
- Adequate means of livelihood
Desirable
- Ability to work in rural areas
- Smartphone and computer usage
- BPM candidates must arrange accommodation for Branch Post Office at own cost
💰 India Post GDS Salary 2026
GDS employees are paid under Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) with annual increments.
| Post | Salary (Per Month) |
|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | ₹12,000 – ₹29,380 |
| Assistant BPM | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 |
| Dak Sevak | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 |
Additional Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- GDS Gratuity
- Service Discharge Benefit Scheme (similar to NPS)
- Annual increment @ 3%
🎂 India Post GDS Age Limit (as on 16-02-2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 Years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 Years |
📝 India Post GDS Selection Process 2026
- Selection will be purely merit-based
- Merit list prepared based on 10th class marks
- Marks calculated up to 4 decimal places
- CGPA converted to percentage using CGPA × 9.5
- No exam, no interview
Tie-Breaking Criteria
- Older candidate (DOB)
- Category priority (Female/Transgender preference)
- UR candidates considered last
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Transwomen | NIL |
Payment Mode: Online (UPI / Debit / Credit Card / Net Banking)
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📅 Important Dates – India Post GDS 2026
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Registration Start | 31 Jan 2026 |
| Registration End | 14 Feb 2026 |
| Final Submission Last Date | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Edit/Correction Window | 18–19 Feb 2026 |
| Document Verification | Within 15 days |
| Engagement Completion | By 30 June 2026 |
🧾 How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
- Visit https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
- Click on New Candidate Registration
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
- Login using Registration Number & Password
- Fill application form and select Division
- Upload photo & signature
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit application before 16 Feb 2026, 5 PM
⚠ Candidates can apply for multiple posts within one division only.
🔗 India Post GDS 2026 Important Links
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Official Notification PDF: Click Here
- Circle-wise Vacancy Details: Click Here
- Official Website: https://indiapost.gov.in
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