India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification OUT For 25000+ Posts, Apply Online Form

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026:- The Department of Posts (Ministry of Communications) has officially released the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026 notification under Advertisement No: 17-12/2026-GDS. The recruitment drive aims to fill vacant posts for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevaks across various postal circles nationwide. The India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 notification has been released on August 27, 2026. Eligible candidates can complete their online one-time registration from August 31, 2026, while the online application and fee submission window remains open from September 2, 2026, to September 21, 2026.

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This engagement process offers candidates an opportunity to join the postal network in civil posts outside the regular central civil services. Before filling out the registration form, applicants should carefully review the eligibility criteria, regional language requirements, and service conditions. Detailed circle-wise vacancy distributions can be verified on the official online portal prior to submitting choices.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Overview

Recruitment Organization	Department of Posts
Department Name	Ministry of Communication
Post Name	Gramin Dak Sevak (BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak)
Advt. No.	17-12/2026-GDS
Total Vacancy	25000+
Pay Scale	Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 29,380/-
Notification Date	27 August 2026
Category:	India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification
Official Website	indiapost.gov.in

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	27 August 2026
One Time Registration (OTR)	31 August 2026 – 19 September 2026
Online Registration Begins	02 September 2026 (05:00 pm)
Closing Date of Application	21 September 2026 (05:00 pm)
Examination Schedule	Will Be Updated Soon

Application Fees

Category	Fees
General / OBC / EWS (Male)	₹ 100/-
SC/ ST/ PwBD / Female / Transwomen	Nil
Accepted Payment Options	Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, UPI, Cash Card, and Mobile Wallet.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

Age Limit: Calculate Age from Date of Birth:- Click Here. The age limit for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is 18-40 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 21 September 2026. Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Post Details

Post Name	Vacancies	Qualification
Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)	25000+	10th Pass (with Math & English) + Knowledge of Local Language, Computer, & Cycling

Physical & Service Standards

Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA):

• Branch Postmaster (BPM): Rs. 12,000/- to Rs. 29,380/-
• ABPM / Dak Sevak: Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 24,470/-

Working Hours: Minimum 4 hours and maximum 5 hours per day.

Accommodation & Residence: Selected BPMs must arrange accommodation for running the Branch Post Office at their own cost and reside within the post village. ABPMs and Dak Sevaks must reside within the delivery jurisdiction of the concerned Post Office.

Mandatory Declarations: Applicants must possess basic knowledge of computers, cycling, and have adequate alternative means of livelihood.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Bharti Selection Process

The selection process for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 involves the following steps:

• System-Generated Merit List (Based on 10th Class Marks / 4-decimal percentage accuracy)
• Physical Document Verification by Divisional/Unit Head
• Medical Examination & Pre-Engagement Formalities

How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Online Form

• Check the eligibility from the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 official notification pdf
• Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) by validating your active Mobile Number and Email ID via OTP.
• Fill in personal details, Board name, 10th passing year, and marks exactly as recorded in your matriculation certificate.
• Select your preferred Postal Division and exercise post preferences based on your local language eligibility.
• Upload your recent passport-size photograph (30–100 KB, JPG/JPEG) and scanned signature on white paper (20–100 KB, JPG/JPEG).
• Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 100/- using online modes (if applicable).
• Preview your filled details carefully and submit the final online application before 17:00 Hrs on the closing date.

🔔 Important Link 🔔

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF	Notification PDF
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details	Vacancy Details
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 OTR Link	OTR Link (31 August 2026)
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Apply Online	Apply Online (31 August 2026)
India Post (GDS) Official Website	Indian Post (GDS)
WhatsApp Channel	WhatsApp
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