India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: India Post has released the official notification for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026, inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevaks in various postal circles under the Department of Posts.
The online application process for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 has already started, and interested candidates can apply through the official website of India Post. The last date to submit the online application form is 16th February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Organization Name | India Post |
| Post Name | BPM, ABPM, Dak Sevak |
| Advt No | 17-37/2025-GDS (Pt.I) |
| Mode for Application | Online only |
| Official Website Link | www.indiapost.gov.in |
| Notice Date | 17-37/2025-GDS (Pt.I) |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
(Age relaxation is available for SC/ST, OBC, and PwBD as per rules. No relaxation for EWS in upper age.)
Age will be calculated as on the last date of application submission.
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Educational Qualification
- Must have passed 10th standard (Secondary School Examination) with passing marks in mathematics and English from a recognised board.
- The candidate must have studied the local language of the concerned postal circle up to the 10th standard.
Other Requirements
- Basic knowledge of computers
- Knowledge of cycling
- Must have another source of income for livelihood
Application Fee for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
- ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS male candidates
- No fee for SC/ST, PwBD, Female, and Transwomen candidates
- The fee, once paid, will not be refunded.
Salary (TRCA)
- BPM: ₹12,000 – ₹29,380
- ABPM/Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 – ₹24,470
GDS employees receive Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) and Dearness Allowance as per rules.
Selection Procedure
Selection will be based on a system-generated merit list prepared using marks obtained in the 10th standard.
- There will be no written exam or interview.
- Marks will be converted into a percentage (up to 4 decimal points).
- In case of a tie, age and category rules will apply.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for physical document verification. Final selection will be done after successful verification and completion of pre-engagement formalities.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: How to Apply
- Visit the official website: indiapost.gov.in
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Log in using the registration number and password.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload a recent photograph and signature as per the given format.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the application and take a printout for reference.
Only one registration is allowed per candidate. Multiple applications will lead to cancellation.
Important Dates
- Online Registration: 31 January 2026 to 14 February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
- Online Application & Fee Payment: 02 February 2026 to 16 February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
- Edit/Correction Window: 18 February 2026 to 19 February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
No changes will be allowed after the correction window closes.
Important Links:
Official Website Link
Official Notification Link
Apply link
FAQs – India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
1. What is the last date to apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 16th February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
2. What posts are available under India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment is for the posts of:
- Branch Postmaster (BPM)
- Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
- Dak Sevak
3. What kind of education do you need?
Candidates must have completed the 10th standard with passing grades in maths and English from an accredited board. They also need to have learnt the native language up to the 10th grade.
4. What is the maximum age for applying?
You have to be at least 18 years old and no older than 40 years old. According to government laws, people in reserved categories might get a break from their age.
5. Is there a written test for GDS hiring?
There is no written test or interview. A merit list based on 10th-grade marks is used to choose.
6. How much does it cost to apply?
For male candidates from the General, OBC, or EWS groups, the application cost is ₹100.
Women, SC/ST, PwBD, and transwomen candidates do not have to pay the cost.