India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – 23757 BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak Posts
Posted: 30-Aug-2026, 02:00 AM
The Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communications, has released its latest Gramin Dak Sevak engagement notification, opening up 23,757 posts spread across Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster and Dak Sevak roles. These positions are attached to rural Post Offices in Circles all over the country, with the North Eastern, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh Circles carrying the largest share of openings this cycle.
Unlike most government recruitment drives, GDS engagement does not involve any written examination or interview. Candidates are shortlisted purely on the strength of their Class 10 marks, converted to a percentage where needed, which makes the process comparatively quick but also means every mark on the certificate matters. The roles themselves involve handling mail, parcels, stamp sales and India Post Payments Bank transactions at the local level, and require candidates to reside within the area they will be posted to.
Candidates who meet the Class 10 and local-language requirements should complete their One-Time Registration early and keep their certificates ready, since names and dates of birth must match the Class 10 marksheet exactly. Applications and fee payment are open for a three-week window, followed by a short correction period before the merit list process begins.
| Organization | India Post (Department of Posts) |
| Post Date | 30-Aug-2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 23757 |
| Application Mode | Online |
Quick Overview
India Post (Department of Posts) has opened the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement for the Schedule-II, July-2026 cycle, offering 23,757 vacancies for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak posts across rural Post Offices in India. Candidates who have passed Class 10 with Maths and English can apply online from 2 to 21 September 2026. There is no written exam – selection is based purely on 10th-standard marks.
Important Dates
Candidates applying for India Post (Department of Posts) should note the following important dates for this recruitment:
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Notification Release | 20-Aug-2026 |
| One-Time Registration (OTR) Start | 31-Aug-2026 |
| Online Application Start | 02-Sep-2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 21-Sep-2026 |
| Correction Window | 23-24-Sep-2026 |
Vacancy Details
A total of 23757 vacancies are available under this recruitment, distributed as shown below:
| Post Name | No. of Vacancy |
|---|
| UR | 10640 |
| OBC | 4433 |
| SC | 3082 |
| ST | 2773 |
| EWS | 2160 |
| PwBD (A/B/C/DE combined) | 669 |
| Total | 23757 |
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit for these posts is as follows:
Minimum Age: 18 | Maximum Age: 40
Eligibility
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Secondary School Examination (Class 10) with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a Board recognised by the Central or a State Government. Candidates must also have studied the local language prescribed for their chosen Circle/Division up to at least the 10th standard.
Other Requirements: Basic computer knowledge, the ability to cycle, and an adequate independent means of livelihood besides the GDS engagement are required, to be declared as undertakings at the time of engagement.
Pay (TRCA): GDS are engaged on a Time Related Continuity Allowance rather than a regular pay scale. A Branch Postmaster draws TRCA of roughly ₹12,000 to ₹29,380 per month, while an Assistant Branch Postmaster or Dak Sevak draws roughly ₹10,000 to ₹24,470 per month, along with Dearness Allowance and GDS Gratuity/Service Discharge benefits.
Application Fee
The application fee structure applicable to different candidate categories is given below:
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| General/OBC/EWS (Male) | 100 |
| Female/SC/ST/PwBD/Transwomen | Exempted |
Selection Process
There is no written test or interview for this recruitment. A system-generated merit list is prepared purely from each candidate’s Class 10 marks (grades and CGPA are converted to an equivalent percentage where applicable). Candidates must enter marks or grades exactly as shown on their marksheet, since any mismatch can lead to disqualification. Ties in the merit list are resolved first by date of birth (older candidates preferred) and then by a fixed category/gender order. Shortlisted candidates go through physical document verification before receiving a provisional engagement offer.
How to Apply
- Visit the GDS Online Engagement Portal and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) using a valid mobile number and email ID, along with your Class 10 board and passing-year details.
- Log in with the registration number and password sent by SMS, then open the active notification and click Apply Online.
- Fill in your personal, educational and Circle/Division/post preference details based on the vacancies you’re eligible for.
- Upload a photograph and signature as per the specified size and format.
- Preview your form carefully, since name, date of birth and parents’ names must match your Class 10 certificate exactly.
- Pay the applicable fee online, if you don’t fall under an exempted category.
- Submit the form before the deadline, and use the short correction window afterward only if genuinely needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many vacancies are there in India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
A total of 23,757 vacancies are open for Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster and Dak Sevak posts across India.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
The online application and fee payment window closes on 21 September 2026.
Q3. Is there a written exam for GDS posts?
No. Selection is entirely based on a merit list prepared from your Class 10 marks – there is no written test or interview.
Q4. What is the qualification needed for GDS Recruitment 2026?
A pass in Class 10 with marks in Mathematics and English, plus the local language prescribed for your Circle, studied up to 10th standard.
Q5. What is the application fee for GDS Recruitment 2026?
The fee is ₹100, and it is waived for female applicants, SC/ST applicants, PwBD applicants and Transwomen applicants.
Q6. What salary do GDS employees get?
GDS are paid a Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) – roughly ₹12,000–₹29,380 for Branch Postmaster and ₹10,000–₹24,470 for ABPM/Dak Sevak – along with Dearness Allowance.
