The India Post Recruitment 2026 for posts of GDS. Candidates with 10TH Can Apply Online. The online application opens on 31-01-2026, and closes on 16-02-2026. The candidate shall apply online through India Post website, indiapost.gov.in.
India Post Gramin Dak Sevak Recruitment 2026
| Company Name | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communication, Government of India |
| Post Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) – Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak |
| No of Posts | As per Annexure-I (Division-wise vacancy available on portal) |
| Advt No | 17-37/2025-GDS (Pt.I) |
| Salary | BPM: Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 29,380 | ABPM/Dak Sevak: Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470 |
| Qualification | 10th Standard (SSE) with passing marks in Mathematics and English |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years |
| Start Date for Apply | 31/01/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 16/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs) |
| Official Website | https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement |
India Post Gramin Dak Sevak Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | As per Division-wise vacancy (Available on Portal) |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) | As per Division-wise vacancy (Available on Portal) |
| Dak Sevak | As per Division-wise vacancy (Available on Portal) |
| Total | Division-wise details in Annexure-I |
Community-wise Reservation
| Category | Reservation |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | As per state reservation percentage |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | As per state reservation percentage |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | As per state reservation percentage |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Sections) | 10% |
| PwBD – Low Vision (LV) | 1% |
| PwBD – Deaf (D), Hard of Hearing (HH) | 1% |
| PwBD – One Arm (OA), One Leg (OL), Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victim, Both Leg (BL), Spinal Infirmity/Deformity | 1% |
| PwBD – Specific Learning Disability/Intellectual Disability | As applicable |
| Multiple Disabilities | 1% |
| UR (Unreserved) | Balance posts |
Educational Qualification
- Secondary School Examination (SSE) pass certificate of 10th standard with passing marks in Mathematics and English conducted by any recognized Board of School Education by the Government of India, State Governments, or Union Territories in India.
- The applicant should have studied the local language at least up to 10th Standard from a recognized board. Post-wise local language details are given in Annexure-III.
- Special provisions apply for engagement in Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, and Sikkim regarding local language requirements.
Essential Qualifications
- Knowledge of computers
- Knowledge of cycling
- Adequate means of livelihood
Desirable
- Candidates applying for BPM posts must be able to arrange accommodation for running the Branch Post Office at their own cost.
- Ability to work in rural areas
- Ability to use smartphones, laptops, or computer devices
Salary/Stipend
GDS are paid emoluments in the form of Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA), which carry an annual increase of 3 percent, subject to fulfillment of conditions. They are also entitled to Dearness Allowance on TRCA as declared by the Government of India from time to time.
- Branch Postmaster (BPM): Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 29,380 per month
- Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM): Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470 per month
- Dak Sevak: Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470 per month
Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance on TRCA
- GDS Gratuity
- Service Discharge Benefit Scheme (akin to National Pension System)
Age Limit (as on 16/02/2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST (Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe) | 5 years |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 3 years |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Sections) | No relaxation |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | 10 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
Note: Age will be determined as on the last date of submission of applications (16/02/2026).
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS Candidates: Rs. 100 (Rupees One Hundred only)
- Fee Exemption for: All female applicants, SC/ST applicants, PwBD applicants, and Transwomen applicants
Payment Mode: Online payment through Credit/Debit cards, Net Banking, or UPI
Important: Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates are advised to ensure their eligibility before making fee payment.
Important Dates
| Activity | Start Date | End Date |
| Notification Date | 28/01/2026 | |
| Online One-Time Registration | 31/01/2026 | 14/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs) |
| Submission of Online Applications and Fee Payment | 02/02/2026 | 16/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs) |
| Corrections in Registration/Application Forms (Edit/Correction Window) | 18/02/2026 | 19/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs) |
| Physical Verification of Documents | Within 15 days from date of shortlisting | |
| Joining Formalities | Within 30 days from offer of provisional engagement | |
| Process of Engagement Closes | 30/06/2026 | |
India Post GDS Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
