India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India has officially released the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Notification – January 2026 on 28 January 2026. Applications are invited for the 28635 posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak across various postal circles in India. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official portal at indiapost.gov.in.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 @Apply Online 28635 Posts
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is being conducted to fill 28635 vacancies in different divisions and circles. The selection will be done purely on the basis of merit of Class 10th marks, without any written examination or interview. Candidates must ensure that they fulfill all eligibility conditions before submitting the online application form.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 28 January 2026 |
| Online One-Time 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) |
Post Details
- Branch Postmaster (BPM)
- Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
- Dak Sevak
Educational Qualification
- Passed Class 10th (Secondary School Examination) from a recognized board.
- Must have passing marks in Mathematics and English.
- Knowledge of the local language up to Class 10th level is mandatory.
- Basic knowledge of computers is required.
Age Limit (as on last date of application)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- SC/ST: 5 Years Relaxation
- OBC: 3 Years Relaxation
- PwBD: Up to 10–15 Years (as applicable)
Salary / TRCA
- BPM: Rs. 12,000/- to Rs. 29,380/- per month
- ABPM / Dak Sevak: Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 24,470/- per month
- Dearness Allowance and other benefits as per GDS Rules
Selection Process
- Selection will be based on merit of Class 10th marks.
- No written examination or interview.
- Merit list will be generated system-wise.
- Final selection is subject to document verification.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 100/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Transwomen: No Fee
Vacancy Details (State / Circle Wise)
| State / Postal Circle | Language | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3169 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 436 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1344 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 1155 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 37 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 634 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 270 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 520 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Hindi / Urdu | 267 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 908 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 2102 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1691 |
| Punjab | Punjabi / English / Hindi | 261 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani / Marathi | 3553 |
| North Eastern States | Local Language | 1014 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 1191 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1022 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2009 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 608 |
| Assam | Assamese | 639 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 1782 |
| West Bengal | Bengali | 2963 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1060 |
| Total Vacancies | 28635 Posts | |
How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website at indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Login using Registration Number and Password.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature as per instructions.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the application and take a printout for reference.
Important Links for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online (GDS Portal) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |