The Department of Posts (India Post) has officially started the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026 — one of the biggest government job drives this year. A total of around 28,740 posts including Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM) and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) are up for grabs across 23 postal circles nationwide.

📅 Important Dates You Must Know

Event

Date

Notification Release

31 January 2026

Online Registration Begins

31 January 2026

Application Start

2 February 2026

Last Date to Register

14 February 2026

Last Date to Submit Form & Pay Fee

16 February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)

Correction Window

18 – 19 February 2026

First Merit List Expected

28 February 2026

👉 Deadline alert: The online application must be submitted before 14 Feb 2026 and fee paid by 16 Feb 2026. Missing these dates means your application won’t be accepted.

🧑‍🎓 Who Can Apply? (Eligibility)

To apply for india Post GDS 2026:

✔ Educational Qualification: Must have passed Class 10 (Secondary school Exam) with Mathematics and English from a recognized board.
✔ Local Language: You should have studied the local language of the circle you’re applying for up to 10th standard.
✔ Age Limit: Between 18 and 40 years (as on 1 January 2026) with age relaxations for reserved categories as per government norms.

No written test or interview is conducted — selection is purely merit‑based on your Class 10th marks/percentage.

💼 Vacancies & Posts

The 2026 GDS recruitment covers three main posts:

• Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)
• Branch Postmaster (BPM)
• Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)

Vacancies are distributed across all states and union territories; some of the highest openings are in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, and tamil Nadu.

💰 Application Fee

Category

Fee

General / OBC / EWS

₹100

SC / st / PwBD / Female

Nil (No fee)

✔ Payment must be done online while submitting your application.

📋 How to Apply Online

Candidates must apply through the official india Post GDS portal:

🔗 Website: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in or indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement

Steps:

Go to the official website.

Complete One‑Time Registration (OTR).

Login and select the post you want (GDS/BPM/ABPM).

Fill the online application form carefully.

Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, ID proof).

Pay the application fee (if applicable).

Submit the form and download the confirmation page for records.

✔ Tip: Don’t submit multiple applications — only one registration per candidate is allowed; duplicates can lead to cancellation.

🪪 Selection Process

✔ Merit List: Prepared solely from your Class 10 marks — higher scores have a better chance of selection.
✔ Tie‑Break: If two candidates have identical marks, age is used to decide priority, giving senior candidates an edge.
✔ No written exam or interview is included in this process.

📍 Why This job Matters

✨ Central government Job: Offers job security in India’s postal network across rural and urban areas.
✨ 10th Pass Opportunity: Great chance for Class 10 passed candidates to secure a government job without an entrance exam.
✨ Wide Reach: Posts are available across states, providing local opportunities.

🧠 Summary — Apply Before It’s Too Late!

• 👉 Total Posts: ~28,740 vacancies.
• 🗓 Last Date to Apply: 14 February 2026 (fee up to 16 Feb).
• 🎓 Qualification: Class 10 pass with required subjects.
• 📈 Selection: Merit list — no written exam.

This is a major government job opportunity for 10th pass candidates — make sure you submit your application on time and check eligibility carefully before applying!

 

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