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 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 YearsMaximum 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.
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