The Department of Posts has announced 28,636 vacancies for the posts of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) across various postal circles in India. The India Post GDS online application process will end on 16th February 2026 (5 pm) and only registered candidates can apply. Candidates are advised to submit their GDS Registration and Online Forms much before the last date for their respective circle, as after that, no application will be accepted.
India Post GDS Apply Online 2026
The schedule for online registration and application submission for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026, has already released with India Post GDS Notification 2026. Check the complete schedule from here and bookmark this page for all updates.
Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
| Notification Date | 31st January 2026 |
| Registration Starts | 31st January 2026 |
| Registration Ends | 14th February 2026 (5 pm) |
| GDS Apply Online Starts | 2nd February 2026 |
| Last Date to apply online | 16th February 2026 (5 pm) |
| Online Fee Payment | 16th February 2026 |
| Correction in Application Forms | 18th & 19th February 2026 |
| 1st Merit List | 28th February 2026 |
India Post GDS Apply Online 2026 Link
The India Post has invited 10th pass candidates for the GDS Online Engagement for more than 28636 Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) vacancies. The vacancies are to be filled across 23 postal circles, for which the apply online link is also shared below.
Note: The applications after 5 pm will not be accepted through any other means or mode.
India Post GDS Registration Fee 2026
The fee has to be paid in online mode through Credit/Debit cards and Net Banking. Check category wise application fee from the table below.
| Category | Fees |
| UR | Rs 100/- |
| SC/ST/PWD/Female Candidates/Transwomen applicants | Nil |
Steps for India Post Office GDS Apply Online 2026
Candidates must complete the India Post Office Registration and application process in three stages: Registration, Payment of Application Fee, and Online Application. The detailed steps are explained below:
Stage 1: Registration
- Visit the official India Post GDS portal at https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
- New applicants need to register themselves on the GDS Online Engagement Portal.
- A valid and active mobile number and email ID are mandatory for registration.
- After successful registration, a registration number and password will be generated.
- Candidates should safely keep these login credentials for use during the application process.
Stage 2: Payment of Application Fee
- Applicants belonging to the General and OBC categories must pay an application fee of Rs. 100 through online payment modes only.
- Female candidates, SC/ST candidates, PwD candidates, and Transgender candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.
- The application fee, once paid, cannot be refunded under any circumstances.
- Candidates are advised to check their eligibility carefully before making the payment.
- Applicants who are exempt from the fee can proceed directly to the online application stage.
Stage 3: Online Application
- After completing registration and fee payment (if applicable), candidates must fill out the online application form.
- Applicants need to verify their registration number and mobile number before selecting the division and setting their preferences.
- A recent passport-size photograph and signature must be uploaded as per the prescribed format and size.
- Candidates are advised to select the Divisional Head of the chosen division to ensure smooth and timely document verification during later stages.
Photograph and Signature for GDS Registration 2026
While uploading the photograph and signature in the GDS Registration Form, the candidates must be careful of the size and instructions.
| Parameters | Signature | Photograph |
| Size | 10 kb to 20 kb | 20 kb to 50 kb |
| Format | JPG/JPEG | JPG/JPEG |
| Instructions | face must be clearly visible, facing the camera directly. a plain light-coloured or white background recent passport-size colour photo should not be blurred, pixelated, or overexposed |
signed using a black or blue ink pen Scan the signature clearly; it should not be smudged, faded, or blurred Thumb impression or digital signature is not acceptable. |
Documents Required for India Post GDS Apply Online 2026
Candidates must keep certain documents ready before filling out the application forms for GDS Vacancy 2026 to ensure a smooth and error-free application process. These documents are required for verification of eligibility, personal details, and category claims.
The list of important documents is given below:
- 10th Class Mark Sheet/Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Computer Training Certificate
- Physically Handicapped (PwD) Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent Passport-Size Photograph
- Scanned Signature
Eligibility Criteria to Apply for Gramin Dak Sevak Post
Before applying for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026, the candidates must be aware of the detailed eligibility criteria as mentioned in the notification.
| Parameters | Eligibility Criteria |
| Education Qualification |
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| Age Limit |
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| Age Relaxation |
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| Nationality | Must be a citizen of India (as per eligibility rules for Central Government recruitment) |
| Other Requirement |
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India Post GDS Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be done through the following stages:
- Merit List Preparation- Based on Class 10 marks (No written examination)
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
Note- GDS Merit list will be prepared circle-wise and category-wise and released at https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
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