India Post has started the application process for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026. Through the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 drive, a total of 28,740 vacancies will be filled across the country. These include posts such as Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak.
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 31 January 2026 through the official website of India Post at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in. The last date to submit the online application form is 14 February 2026.
There will be no written examination for this recruitment. Candidates will be selected purely on the basis of their Class 10 marks. The marks will be converted into a percentage up to four decimal places to prepare the merit list. The first merit list is expected to be released on 28 February 2026.
A large number of vacancies are available in states like West Bengal, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and Kerala.
Notification_dated 28.01.2026_GDS Online Engagement_Schedule I January 2026.pdf
Important Dates for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
- Start of online application: 31 January 2026
- Last date to apply: 14 February 2026
- Last date to pay application fee: 16 February 2026 (till 5 PM)
- Application correction window: 18 to 19 February 2026
All steps, such as registration, fee payment, and correction in the form, will be done only in online mode.
Who Can Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 ?
Educational qualification:
Candidates must have passed Class 10 from a recognized board with passing marks in mathematics and English.
Age limit:
Applicants must be between 18 and 40 years of age.
Application Fee
The application fee is ₹100 for General and OBC candidates.
There is no fee for women candidates, SC/ST applicants, PwD candidates and transgender women.
Payment can be made online through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
- Click on the “GDS 2026 Registration” link on the homepage
- Fill in the required details and choose the post you want to apply for
- Submit the form and download or print the confirmation page for future reference
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) with a 3% annual increase as per GDS rules.
- BPM (Branch Postmaster): ₹12,000 to ₹29,380 per month
- ABPM/Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 to ₹24,470 per month
Selection Process of India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
There will be no exam or interview. A merit list will be prepared based only on Class 10 marks, and candidates will be shortlisted accordingly.
This recruitment offers a good opportunity for 10th-pass candidates to get a government job in the postal department through a simple and transparent selection process.
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