The India Post has officially announced the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 under Notification No. 17-37/2025-GDS. Filling thousands of Gramin Dak Sevak positions in various Indian postal circles such as Dak Sevak-Branch Postmaster {BPM} and Assistant Branch Postmaster {ABPM} is the aim of this recruitment. The online application will be available from the 31st of January in 2026 to the 14th of February in 2026. The announcement was published on 28 January in 2026. The selection process will be based only on Class 10 marks so there won’t be any written exam/interview held. Eligible candidates may apply online only if they are between the ages of 18 and 40 and have completed Class 10 in maths and English. For those seeking steady government work this recruitment is an excellent opportunity because the selected candidates will receive Dearness Allowance along with the Time-Related Continuity Allowance {TRCA} and other benefits in compliance with GDS rules.
Key Events > You Should Not Miss:-
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Publication of Notification | 28 of january in 2026 |
| Online Application and Registration | 31 till 14 of February in 2026 {5:00 PM} |
| Payment for Application Fees | 02 of February in 2026 till 16 of February in 2026 {5:00 PM} |
| Window for Application Correction | 18 of February in 2026 till 19 of February in 2026 {5:00 PM} |
Eligibility Criteria:
Age – Requirements:
The interested candidates should be at least 18 years old and their maximum age should not exceed 40 years. The interested candidate should be fully aware that in accordance with government regulations the age relaxation is applicable for the reserved categories.
Age criteria > Details:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| ST/SC | 05 Years |
| OBC groups | 03 Years |
| The EWS | Nil |
| The PwBD | 10 Years |
| The PwBD and OBC | 13 Years |
| PwBD as well as ST/SC | 15 Years |
Academic Qualifications:
The aspirants must have completed Class 10 from a known board with mathematics and English as mandatory subjects as well as have knowledge of the local language of the applied postal circle. The applicants should carefully read the official notification for complete eligibility conditions before applying the application form.
State-wise > Vacancy – Distribution:
| State/Region | Local Language | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3169 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1344 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani/Marathi | 3553 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2009 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1691 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 2102 |
| West Bengal | Bengali/Hindi/English/Nepali | 2963 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 1782 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1022 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1060 |
Online Application Procedure > Explained:
Candidates should know that for applying online for GDS Recruitment – they have to follow the official procedure that is mentioned below: –
Step 1: Visit the official India Post GDS website: https://www.indiapost.gov.in/ and fill out the one-time registration form with your email address and a working mobile number.
Step 2: Before completing the application form – carefully read the notification and log in using the generated information.
Step 3: Enter all the personal details along with the educational information and postal circle preferences accurately.
Step 4: Upload scanned copies of the photograph along with the signature and required documents in the mentioned format.
Step 5: Pay the application charges online if applicable and check the application form once before the final submission.
Step 6: Submit the application form and download the final submitted application form for future reference.
Application charges > explained:
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹100 |
| ST/SC/PwBD | Nil |
| All Female > Candidates | Nil |
What procedure will be followed for the selection?
Selection under the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is entirely merit-based. The merit list is prepared using Class 10th marks and calculated up to four decimal places to make sure of fairness and transparency. No written examination/interview is conducted for the selection of the candidates. In case of equal marks the preference is given based on age and category rules as defined in the notification.
Salary and Allowances:
Gramin Dak Sevaks receive a salary in the form of Time Related Continuity Allowance, which increases annually at the rate of 3%, subject to conditions. In addition to TRCA the selected candidates are entitled to a Dearness Allowance – GDS gratuity – a Service Discharge Benefit Scheme and other social security benefits according to the government rules.
| Post | TRCA Payment range |
|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster {BPM} | ₹12000 – ₹29380 |
| ABPM/Dak Sevak | ₹10000 – ₹24470 |
Frequently- Asked Questions:
1- Is there any written exam conducted for the candidates who are eligible for the India Post GDS Recruitment > 2026?
Ans- No > written examination/interview isn’t conducted among the candidates – the selection is based solely on Class 10 marks.
2- Can an aspirant who is eligible > apply for more than one state for the India Post GDS Recruitment > 2026?
Ans – No > the aspirants are allowed to apply for only one postal circle as multiple applications are not permitted.
3- Is local language knowledge compulsory > for the aspirants who want to apply for the India Post GDS Recruitment – 2026?
Ans- Yes> aspirants must have studied the local language of the selected postal circle at least up to Class 10th.
Important Links:
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://www.indiapost.gov.in/ |
