India Post GDS Online Form 2026 Starts for 23757: Registration & Application Link

India Post GDS Registration 2026 and the application process for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II July 2026 have started on the official website https://www.indiapost.gov.in/. 10th pass candidates holding the required eligibility can register through the official portal or from the direct link shared here.

India Post GDS Apply Online 2026

Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak across various Postal Circles and Divisions in India across various postal circles in India under the India Post GDS Notification 2026. Check the complete schedule here and bookmark this page for all updates.

India Post GDS Apply Online 2026 Link

India Post has invited 10th pass candidates for the GDS Online Engagement for more than 23757 Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) vacancies. The vacancies are across 23 postal circles, and the online link is shared below.

India Post GDS Apply Online 2026 Link (Active)

Note: The applications after 5 pm will not be accepted through any other means or mode. 

India Post GDS Notification 2026 Out for 23757 Vacancies – Click to Check

India Post GDS Registration Fee 2026

The fee has to be paid online through Credit/Debit cards and Net Banking. Check the category-wise application fee from the table below.

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.

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

Who Can 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.

• Passed Class 10th from a recognized board with Mathematics and English as qualifying subjects
• The candidate must have studied his local language up to the 10th class from the concerned postal circle
• Should be between 18 and 40 years. Age relaxation will be provided to SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates as per government norms
• The candidates should have basic computer knowledge
• The candidates should be able to ride a bicycle as it is a delivery-based job

India Post GDS Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be done through the following stages:

1. Merit List Preparation – The merit list will be prepared based on the percentage of marks scored in Class 10th, and the marks will be calculated up to four decimal points
2. Circle-wise/category-wise merit list – The merit lists will be published separately for each postal circle and category on the board’s official portal
3. Document verification – The candidates who have been shortlisted will have to appear in document verification with all the original certificates
4. Final engagement – The candidates will be engaged only after they have cleared the document verification round. The engagement will be done in the post of GDS/BPM/ABPM.

Note: The GDS Merit list will be prepared circle-wise and category-wise and released at https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.

India Post GDS Job Roles and Pay Scales

Branch Postmaster (BPM) (Rs. 12,000/- to Rs. 29,380)
Managing postal operations, local branch administration, India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) transactions, and device handling.

Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) (Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 24,470/- 
Assists with counter work, door-to-door mail delivery, and government scheme awareness.

Dak Sevak (Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 24,470/-
Works in departmental mail offices, sorting centers, and transit units handling mail distribution.

India Post GDS Salary Structure & Perks- Click to Check