India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online, Dates, Eligibility

Quick Answer: India Post has released the GDS (Gramin Dak Sevak) Online Engagement Notification for Schedule-II, July-2026 (Notification No. 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20 August 2026) to fill vacant posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak. Online registration starts 31 August 2026 and applications close on 21 September 2026 (5:00 PM). Apply at indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 | The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India has invited online applications from eligible 10th-pass candidates for engagement as Gramin Dak Sevaks across various Postal Circles and Divisions. This is one of the most awaited recruitment drives for rural and semi-urban candidates, as GDS posts do not require any written examination — selection is based purely on 10th standard marks.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 — Overview

Important Dates GDS Recruitment

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Category Wise Vacancy Details (Total 23,757 Posts)

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Circle Wise Vacancy Details

Rajasthan Circle ke antargat kul 1,009 GDS posts notify hue hain, jisme UR: 470, OBC: 114, SC: 138, ST: 133, EWS: 120, aur PwBD categories: 34 posts hain. Detailed division-wise breakup ke liye official Annexure-Ia PDF check karein.

India Post GDS 2026: Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS male candidates: Rs. 100/- per application
• Female candidates (all categories): No fee
• SC/ST candidates: No fee
• PwBD candidates: No fee
• Transwomen candidates: No fee
• Fee once paid is non-refundable

Age Limit and Relaxation GDS Recruitment

Minimum age: 18 years, Maximum age: 40 years (as on the last date of application submission). Age relaxation for reserved categories is as follows:

Educational Qualification

• 10th standard (Secondary School Examination) pass from a recognized Board, with passing marks in Mathematics and English
• Candidate must have studied the local language of the concerned state/circle at least up to 10th standard
• Basic knowledge of computers and cycling is mandatory (self-declared undertaking required)
• Candidate must have an adequate source of income besides the GDS allowance

GDS TRCA Salary Structure

Along with TRCA, GDS employees also get Dearness Allowance, Gratuity, and Service Discharge Benefit Scheme (similar to NPS) as per GDS (Conduct and Engagement) Rules, 2020. Note: GDS is not a regular Central Government post — it is a separate civil post outside the regular civil services.

BPM ABPM Dak Sevak Selection Process

1. No written exam or interview is conducted
2. A system-generated merit list is prepared based on marks obtained in the 10th (SSE) examination, converted to percentage
3. Grades/CGPA are converted to marks using a multiplication factor of 9.5
4. Shortlisted candidates are called for physical document verification
5. Offer of provisional engagement is issued after successful verification
6. Candidates must complete joining formalities, including 3 days of basic training, within 30 days of the offer

How to Apply for India Post GDS 2026

1. Visit the official portal: indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) using a valid mobile number and email ID
3. Note down your Registration Number sent via SMS
4. Log in and fill the Online Application Form — personal details, educational details, division/post preference
5. Upload photograph (320×400 px, JPG, 30–100 KB) and signature (300×120 px, JPG, 20–100 KB)
6. Preview the application carefully before final submission
7. Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit

Important Links India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

• Apply Online – Official GDS Portal
• India Post Official Website
• India Post GDS Recruitment Official Notification

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