India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Applications Open Today for 25,000+ Posts

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications has released the official recruitment notification for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Schedule II Engagement 2026. Applications are invited for over 23,757+ vacancies including Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) across all postal circles in India. Direct Selection Notice: No written exam or interview will be conducted. Candidates are shortlisted directly on the basis of 10th-standard (Matriculation) marks percentage.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 applications open for 25,000+ Gramin Dak Sevak posts. — India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 notification for 25,000+ Gramin Dak Sevak posts.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification Overview

Organization	India Post Office (Department of Posts)
Recruitment Drive	GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II 2026
Posts Offered	Branch Postmaster (BPM), ABPM, Gramin Dak Sevak
Total Vacancies	23,757+ Posts (All India)
Selection Process	Automated 10th Marks Merit List & Document Verification
Application Mode	Online
Official Portal	indiapostgdsonline.gov.in

Important Dates

Event	Date & Time Limit
One-Time Registration (OTR) Starts	August 31, 2026
Application & Fee Submission Starts	September 02, 2026
Last Date to Submit Online Application	September 21, 2026 (Till 5:00 PM)
Application Correction Window	September 23 to September 24, 2026
First Merit List Release	October 2026 (Expected)

Post Wise Salary Details (TRCA Pay Matrix)

Designation	Monthly Pay Scale (TRCA)
Branch Postmaster (BPM)	₹12,000/- to ₹29,380/-
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)	₹10,000/- to ₹24,470/-
Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)	₹10,000/- to ₹24,470/-

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

Must have passed 10th Standard (Secondary School Examination) from a recognized Board of Education.
Must have passed with Mathematics and English as compulsory or elective subjects.
Must have studied the local language of the applied postal circle at least up to Class 10.

Other Mandatory Skills:

Basic knowledge of computers.
Ability to ride a bicycle, scooter, or motorcycle.
Adequate source of livelihood for BPM posts.

Age Limit (As of Sept 21, 2026):

Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 40 Years

Category	Upper Age Relaxation
SC / ST Candidates	5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 Years
PwBD (Unreserved)	10 Years
PwBD + OBC	13 Years
PwBD + SC/ST	15 Years

Application Fee

UR / OBC / EWS Male Candidates: ₹100/-
SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Transgender Applicants: Exempted (Free)

How to Apply Online for India Post GDS 2026

Visit the official portal: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
Complete Step 1: Registration by providing your active Mobile Number, Email ID, 10th Roll Number, and Personal Info.
Log in using your generated Registration Number and set password.
Select your preferred Circle and Division, then set your post preferences.
Upload a passport photograph (30-100 KB) and signature in JPEG format.
Pay the ₹100 application fee online (if applicable).
Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.

Important Links

Resource	Link
Official GDS Portal	Visit Portal
Online Application Form	Apply Online

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