The India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) recruitment for 2026 is conducted under Notification No: 17-37/2025-GDS to fill vacant posts for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevaks. These are civil posts outside the regular civil services, requiring 4 to 5 hours of work daily.
Important Recruitment Dates
All applications must be submitted through the official portal at https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
| Activity | Start Date | End Date (Closing Time) |
|---|---|---|
| One-Time Registration (OTR) | 31.01.2026 | 14.02.2026 |
| Application & Fee Payment | 02.02.2026 | 16.02.2026 (up to 17:00 Hrs) |
| Edit/Correction Window | 18.02.2026 | 19.02.2026 (up to 17:00 Hrs) |
Salary and Job Profiles
GDS employees are paid a Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) and must have an alternate source of income for their livelihood.
| Post Category | TRCA Slab (Salary) | Key Responsibility |
|---|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | ₹12,000 – ₹29,380 | Day-to-day postal/IPPB operations and marketing. |
| Assistant BPM (ABPM) | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 | Sale of stamps, mail delivery, and assisting the BPM. |
| Dak Sevak | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 | Mail delivery and sorting in departmental/RMS offices. |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet specific age and educational requirements as of the last date of application submission.
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years (Relaxations apply for reserved categories). |
| Education | 10th Standard (SSE) pass with Mathematics and English. |
| Local Language | Must have studied the local language at least up to 10th standard. |
| Skills | Mandatory knowledge of Computers and Cycling. |
Age Relaxations
| Category | Permissible Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 to 15 years (depending on community) |
| EWS | No relaxation in age |
Selection Process & Fees
Selection is entirely based on a system-generated merit list derived from 10th-standard marks.
- Application Fee: ₹100 for general categories.
- Fee Exempted: All Female applicants, SC/ST, PwBD, and Transwomen.
- Merit Calculation: For boards with grades, a multiplying factor of 9.5 is applied to Grade Points.
- Tie-Breaking: Priority is given to the older candidate; followed by a specific category hierarchy (ST trans-woman first, etc.).
India Post GDS State-Wise Vacancy Details
| State Name | Local Language | Total Post |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3169 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 436 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1344 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 1155 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 37 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 634 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 270 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 520 |
| Jammu / Kashmir | Hindi / Urdu | 267 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 908 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 2102 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1691 |
| Punjab | Punjabi / English / Hindi | 261 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani / Marathi | 3553 |
| North Eastern | Bengali / Hindi / English / Manipuri / Mizo | 1014 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 1191 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1022 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2009 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 608 |
| Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo / Hindi / English | 639 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 1782 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Hindi / English / Nepali | 2963 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1060 |
Document Upload Specifications
Only a clear photograph and signature are required during the online application phase.
| Document | File Size | Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | 30 KB to 100 KB | JPG/JPEG, White or light-colored background. |
| Signature | 20 KB to 100 KB | Scanned on white paper with black/blue pen. |
Documents Required for Verification
If shortlisted, you must report to the Divisional Head within 15 days with the following originals:
- Mark sheet of 10th Standard.
- Identity Proof and Date of Birth Proof.
- Caste/EWS/PwBD/Transgender Certificate (if applicable).
- Medical Certificate (Compulsory from a Govt. hospital/dispensary).
- Local Language/Tribal Dialect Certificate (Required for specific states like Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, or Goa).
Final Note: Candidates are strictly prohibited from creating multiple registrations; doing so will lead to immediate cancellation of their candidature.
Would you like more specific details on the local language requirements for your state or information on how to use the Edit/Correction window?
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online / Registration | Click Here (indiapost.gov.in) |
| Division Wise Vacancy | Check on Portal (Annexure-I) |
| Official Website | indiapost.gov.in |
Here is a comprehensive Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) guide for the India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026, based on the provided official documents.
General & Application FAQs
- What is the last date to apply for GDS 2026?
- The last date for online application submission is February 14, 2026, by 17:00 Hrs.
- Can I edit my application if I made a mistake?
- Yes. A specific Edit/Correction Window will be open from February 18, 2026, to February 19, 2026. During this time, you can modify most details except your mobile number and email ID.
- How much is the application fee?
- The fee is ₹100 for General and OBC applicants. However, payment is exempted for all female applicants, SC/ST, PwBD, and Transwomen.
- Can I apply for multiple divisions?
- No. An applicant can only apply for vacant posts in one selected Division. Within that division, you can give preferences for multiple available posts.