India Post has released a notification on official website for the recruitment of India Post Gramin Dak Seva GDS Post. This recruitment is for 28000+ Approx positions. India Post Application Form has started on 31 January 2026 & the candidates can apply till the 14 February 2026. The Minimum age required is 18 Years & The Maximum Age Is 40 Years as on 01 January 2026. Candidates must check the complete details for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 which has given below.
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India Post Gramin Dak Sevak GDS Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak Posts
India Post GDS Notification 2026 Overview
| Company Name |
Department of Posts, Ministry of Communication, Government of India |
| Post Name |
Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) – Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak |
| No of Posts |
As per Annexure-I (Division-wise vacancy available on portal) |
| Advt No |
17-37/2025-GDS (Pt.I) |
| Salary |
BPM: Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 29,380 | ABPM/Dak Sevak: Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470 |
| Qualification |
10th Standard (SSE) with passing marks in Mathematics and English |
| Age Limit |
18 to 40 years |
| Start Date for Apply |
31/01/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply |
16/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs) |
| Official Website |
https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement |
India Post GDS Notification 2026 Important Dates
- Online Apply Start Date : 31 January 2026
- Online one time registration : 14 February 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date : 16 February 2026
- Application Submission Last Date : 16 February 2026
- Correction Date : 18 - 19 February 2026
India Post GDS Notification 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
Number of Posts |
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) |
As per Division-wise vacancy (Available on Portal) |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) |
As per Division-wise vacancy (Available on Portal) |
| Dak Sevak |
As per Division-wise vacancy (Available on Portal) |
| Total |
Division-wise details in Annexure-I |
India Post GDS Notification 2026 Application Fee
- For General / OBC : ₹ 100/-
- For SC / ST / PH : ₹ 0/-
- For All Category Female : ₹ 0/-
- Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using through Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet /Banking/IMPS/Cash Card / Mobile Wallet methods.
India Post GDS Notification 2026 Age Limits As On 01 January 2026
- Minimum Age : 18 Years
- Maximum Age : 40 Years
- India Post provides age relaxation for the Gramin Dak Sevak GDS Recruitment 2026 position as per their regulations
India Post GDS Notification 2026 Educational Qualification
- Secondary School Examination (SSE) pass certificate of 10th standard with passing marks in Mathematics and English conducted by any recognized Board of School Education by the Government of India, State Governments, or Union Territories in India.
India Post GDS Notification 2026 Salary
- Branch Postmaster (BPM): Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 29,380 per month
- Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM): Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470 per month
- Dak Sevak: Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470 per month
How to Apply for India Post GDS Notification 2026
- Applications must be submitted in online mode only at https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
- Applications received through any other mode will not be entertained.
- The application process consists of two parts: (A) One-Time Registration (OTR) and (B) Filling of Online Application
- Candidates must have their own active email ID and mobile number for registration.
- Once registered, the same mobile number and email ID will not be allowed for further registrations of any other applicant.
- Before One-Time Registration, keep ready: Mobile Number (to be verified through OTP), Email ID (to be verified through OTP), and information about Board and Year of Passing Matriculation (10th) Examination.
- For One-Time Registration, click on "Candidate Login/Register" button, then click on "New Candidate Registration".
- After registration, a registration number will be generated and sent to registered mobile number and email ID.
- For submitting the application, log in using Registration Number and password.
- Fill all details in the online application form including Personal Details, Board/Educational Details, Division selection and Post preference.
- Upload recent photograph (JPG/JPEG format, 30 KB to 100 KB, 320×400 pixels recommended) and signature (JPG/JPEG format, 20 KB to 100 KB, 300×120 pixels recommended).
- Preview the application before final submission.
- Make fee payment if applicable before final submission.
- Candidates can apply for one or more vacant posts in only one selected Division.
- On selecting the Division, give preferences for eligible posts based on community, age, PwD status, and local languages studied.
- If shortlisted for more than one post, only the first post in order of preference will be offered and candidature for remaining posts will be forfeited.
- Candidates are advised to submit the online application well before the closing date and time.
- The cut-off time for submission is 17:00 hours on 16/02/2026.
India Post GDS Notification 2026 Important Links
