India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Notification (Out), 28636 Vacancies Announced

India Post has invited online applications for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026, to recruit 28636 vacancies. Candidates interested in GDS, ABPM and BPM posts can start the registration and application process, which is ongoing at https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement. Through this recruitment, eligible 10th pass candidates will be recruited across 23 postal circles throughout the nation.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Summary

Through Postal GDS Recruitment, candidates who are 10th pass to apply for the vacancies released for their respective circle. The selection process will be based on a merit list prepared as per their Class 10 marks, and no written examination will be conducted.

India Post GDS Notification 2026 Out

GDS Notification PDF against advertisement number 17-37/2025-GDS has been released with complete details for 28636 vacancies for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts. The notification pdf is attached below.

India Post GDS Official Notification PDF- Click to Download

The circle-wise vacancies for India Post GDS 2026 has been released on 3rd February 2026. Through Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026, a total of 28636 vacancies will be filled. The complete vacancy distribution is shared below.

Important Dates

Check the complete schedule for GDS Recruitment 2026 from the table.

India Post GDS Vacancy 2026

This year, 28636 vacancies are announced to be filled for Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) posts through GDS Recruitment 2026.

India Post GDS Vacancy 2026 (Circle-wise)- Click to Check

What is Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)?

Gramin Dak Sevak, also called GDS, are workers in rural post offices throughout India. They handle mail delivery, sell stamps, and offer various postal services to residents of villages and small towns.

The GDS positions are divided into three primary categories.

1. Dak Sevak – Works in departmental offices for mail delivery and other services
2. Branch Post Master (BPM) – Manages a branch post office
3. Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM) – Assists the BPM in post office work

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria in terms of education qualification and age limit have been discussed below.

Educational Qualification

• Secondary School Examination pass certificate of 10th standard from any recognised Board of School Education by the Government of India/State Governments,/ Union Territories in India

Age Limit

Candidates must fall in the age group of 18 years to 40 years. The upper age Relaxations in the reserved category are as follows:

• SC/ST Candidates: 5 years (up to 45 years)
• OBC Candidates: 3 years (up to 43 years)
• EWS Candidates: No age relaxation
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 10 years
• PwD + OBC: 13 years
• PwD + SC/ST: 15 years

Other Qualifications Required

• Knowledge of computer
• Knowledge of cycling
• Adequate means of livelihood

India Post Office GDS Online Form 2026

The applications are invited from 10th pass candidates, and the window to accept the forms has been opened with the release of the India Post GDS Notification 2026. The candidates have to submit their applications online at https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in/ from 2nd to 16th February 2026. 

India Post GDS Registration & Apply Online 2026 Starts- Click to Check

Application Fee

To complete the India Post GDS Application Form 2026, the candidates have to pay an application fee. The fee has to be paid in online mode through Credit/Debit cards and Net Banking.

• UR- Rs. 100
• SC/ST/PWD/Female Candidates/Transwomen applicants- Nil

India Post GDS Selection Process

The candidates are shortlisted for GDS posts based on a system-generated merit list. The Merit list is prepared based on marks obtained in the Secondary School Examination of the 10th standard. The merit list will be released separately for all 23 circles at https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in/.

1. The Merit list is prepared based on marks obtained/ conversion of Grades/Points to marks in the Secondary School Examination of 10th standard of approved Boards, aggregated to a percentage to the accuracy of 4 decimals.
2. For applicants whose 10th standard mark sheet shows both marks and Grades/points, only their total marks will be calculated, taking into account the marks obtained in all compulsory and elective/optional subjects (excluding extra subjects, if any).
3. For applicants with only subject-wise grades, marks will be calculated for each subject (both compulsory and elective subjects, but not extra subjects), applying a multiplying factor of 9.5 in the following manner.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Document Verification

The candidates whose names have been listed in the India Post GDS Result PDF, which will be released circle-wise, have to appear for the document verification round to get a final appointment to the posts of Gramin Dak Sevak in their respective circles. The candidates have to carry the following documents for DV.

1. 10th/SSC/SSLC Original Marks Memo of the candidates
2. Caste or Community Certificate (For candidates from the reserved category)
3. 60 days of Computer Knowledge, a Trained Certificate from a recognised institute
4. Physically Handicapped Certificate (If Applicable)

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Merit List

India Post GDS merit list and the subsequent requirements for selected candidates. The merit list is based on marks or grades from the 10th standard exam. Marks are converted to a percentage with four decimal places for accuracy. Candidates on the list must complete document verification.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Salary

The salary of GDS/Assistant Branch Postmaster ranges between Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 24,470/-, and the Branch Postmaster ranges between Rs. 12,000/- to Rs. 29,380/-. Along with basic pay, candidates will be paid various allowances and perks.

India Post GDS Salary Structure- Click to Check

India Post GDS Job Profile and Responsibility

1. Delivery and collection of mail, including letters, packages, speed post articles, and registered posts.
2. Manage the sales of postal goods like envelopes, stamps, and stationery.
3. Providing financial services, such as accepting deposits under savings plans, managing money orders and recurring deposits, and supporting fundamental banking services under India Post Payments Bank (IPPB)
4. GDS employees serve as an important conduit between the government and the people by helping with government programs, Aadhaar-related services, and direct benefit transfers.
5. Gramin Dak Sevaks are also expected to uphold transparency, accuracy, and discipline in their work.
6. For digital transactions and reporting, they have to use postal applications and mobile devices.
7. All things considered, the India Post GDS position provides social respect, job security, and a chance to support the operation of India’s extensive postal network while serving the community.