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📮 Indian Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak (BPM/ABPM/Dak Sevak)
Indian Post GDS Recruitment 2026: The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India has released the official Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule – January 2026.
A total of 28,636 vacancies have been announced for Branch Postmaster (BPM),
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak posts across various postal circles in India.
The recruitment will be done purely on merit basis (Class 10 marks). All details below are prepared strictly as per the official notification and circle-wise vacancy document.
📌 Indian Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Recruitment Authority | India Post (Department of Posts) |
| Post Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak) |
| Total Vacancies | 28,636 |
| Job Type | GDS (Outside Regular Civil Services) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India (Circle-wise) |
| Official Portal | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
📊 Vacancy Details (Circle-wise Summary)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 12,696 |
| OBC | 5,694 |
| SC | 3,942 |
| ST | 2,716 |
| EWS | 2,719 |
| PwBD | 869 |
| Total | 28,636 |
🗺️ The following table shows the circle-wise distribution of 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) vacancies for BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak posts, as notified in the official India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 notification and circle-wise vacancy document.
| Postal Circle | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 1,060 |
| Assam | 639 |
| Bihar | 1,344 |
| Chhattisgarh | 1,155 |
| Delhi | 38 |
| Gujarat | 1,782 |
| Haryana | 270 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 520 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 266 |
| Jharkhand | 908 |
| Karnataka | 1,022 |
| Kerala | 1,691 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 2,102 |
| Maharashtra | 3,553 |
| North Eastern | 1,014 |
| Odisha | 1,191 |
| Punjab | 261 |
| Rajasthan | 634 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2,009 |
| Telangana | 608 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 3,169 |
| Uttarakhand | 436 |
| West Bengal | 2,963 |
| Total Vacancies | 28,636 |
📌 Important: Candidates must apply for only one postal circle.
Final selection is based on Class 10 merit and local language eligibility of the selected circle.
🎓 Educational Qualification
| Essential Qualification | Secondary School Examination (Class 10) pass certificate with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognized Board. |
| Local Language | Knowledge of local language of the postal circle up to Class 10 level is mandatory. |
| Other Skills | Basic computer knowledge, knowledge of cycling, and adequate means of livelihood. |
🎂 Age Limit (as on last date of application)
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| 18 Years | 40 Years |
| Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 Years | OBC – 3 Years | PwBD – 10 to 15 Years (as applicable) |
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💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates | Nil |
📝 Selection Process of Indian Post GDS Recruitment 2026
| Merit List | Selection will be based on system-generated merit list prepared from Class 10 marks (converted to percentage up to 4 decimals). |
| No Exam | No written examination or interview will be conducted. |
📘 Exam Pattern
❌ No Exam Pattern applicable. Selection is purely merit-based on Class 10 marks.
💼 Salary & Benefits (TRCA)
| Post | TRCA / Salary |
|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | ₹12,000 – ₹29,380 per month |
| ABPM / Dak Sevak | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 per month |
| Annual increment @3%, DA, GDS Gratuity & Social Security benefits applicable. | |
🖥️ How to Apply for Indian Post GDS Recruitment 2026
- Visit https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
- Login and select postal circle
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload required details
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit application and save confirmation
📅 Important Dates
| Online Registration Start | 31 January 2026 |
| Registration Last Date | 14 February 2026 |
| Application submission Dates | 02 to 16 February 2026 |
| Fee Payment last Date | 16 February 2026 |
| Correction Window | 18 – 19 February 2026 |
🔗 Important Links
| Apply Online | Click to Apply |
| Official Website | www.indiapost.gov.in |
| Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Circle-wise Vacancy PDF | Download Circle-Wise Vacancy PDF |
⚠️ Note: Engagement as GDS does not confer any right for regular appointment in the Department of Posts.
❓ FAQs – India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are released in India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
A total of 28,636 vacancies have been announced for Gramin Dak Sevak (BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak) posts across all postal circles in India.
Q2. What is the educational qualification for GDS posts?
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Secondary School Examination) with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognized board.
Q3. Is there any written exam for India Post GDS?
No. There is no written examination or interview. Selection is purely based on Class 10 merit.
Q4. What is the age limit for GDS Recruitment 2026?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 40 years. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates as per Government rules.
Q5. Can I apply for more than one postal circle?
No. A candidate can apply for only one postal circle in one recruitment cycle.
Q6. What is the salary of India Post GDS?
BPM: ₹12,000 – ₹29,380 per month
ABPM / Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 per month
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