India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: The Department of Post , under the Ministry of Communications, has officially released the notification for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) recruitment 2026. This recruitment process will fill a large number of vacancies in rural post offices across India. Through this recruitment process, candidates will be appointed to the positions of Branch Post Master (BPM), Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM), and Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS).
An attractive aspect of this Indian Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is that there will be no written examination. The selection will be based entirely on a merit list derived from the marks obtained in the 10th standard. Candidates who have passed their 10th standard from a recognized board can apply online. The objective of this recruitment is to improve postal services in rural areas and create opportunities for permanent government jobs for eligible candidates.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Depertment of Post, Government of India |
| Post Name | Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak |
| Vacancies | 28000+ |
| Job Location | All Over India |
| Selection Process | Merit Based |
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 Years |
| Registration Dates | 31 January 2026 – 14 February 2026 |
| Application Dates | 02 February 2026 – 16 February 2026 |
| Official Website | https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in/ |
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration | 31/01/2026 to 14/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs) |
| Submission of online applications and fee payment | 02/02/2026 to 16/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs) |
| Correction Window | 18/02/2026 to 19/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs) |
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Application Fees
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| Female / SC / ST / PWD / | Free |
| Payment Method | Online |
Age Limit (as on 16/02/2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
Relaxation in upper age limit:-
- SC/ST: +5 Years
- OBC: +3 Years
- PwBD: +10 Years
- PwBD + OBC: +13 Years
- PwBD + SC/ ST: +15 Years
- EWS: No age relaxation
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details and Qualification
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) | 28000+ | 10th Pass |
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
- To apply for this position, the candidate must have passed the secondary examination with Mathematics and English as subjects.
- The applicant should have studied the local language at least up to 10th standard from a recognized board.
Other Qualification
- Knowledge of computers.
- Knowledge of cycling.
- Adequate means of livelihood
Salary Structure
| SI No | Category | TRCA Slab |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Branch Postmaster | Rs. 12000/- to Rs. 29380/- |
| 2. | Assistant Branch Postmaster/ Dak Sevak | Rs. 10000/- to Rs. 24470/- |
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Important Link
| Notification | Notification |
| Apply Online | Apply Online Now |
| Official Website | https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in/ |
| WhatsApp Channel | WhatsApp Channel |
| Telegram Channel | Telegram Channel |