Short Description : India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 : Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications has released the latest notification for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM) & Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) posts. A massive 28740 vacancies will be filled across 23 postal circles. The online registration starts from 31 January 2026 and applications can be submitted till 16 February 2026. Selection will be purely merit-based on Class 10th marks.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
Apply Online for 28740 GDS, BPM & ABPM Posts
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Recruitment Overview
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| Organization |
India Post – Department of Posts |
| Post Name |
Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), BPM, ABPM |
| Total Vacancies |
28740 (Expected) |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Selection Process |
Merit Based (Class 10th Marks) |
| Official Website |
indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
Important Dates
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| Registration Start |
31 January 2026 |
| Registration Last Date |
14 February 2026 |
| Application Submission |
02 – 16 February 2026 |
| Merit List |
To Be Notified |
Application Fee
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| Category |
Fee |
Payment Mode |
| General / OBC / EWS |
₹100/- |
Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female |
Nil |
Age Limit
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| Minimum Age |
18 Years |
| Maximum Age |
40 Years |
| Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 Years | OBC – 3 Years | PwD – 10 to 15 Years |
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
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| Post |
Salary |
Eligibility |
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) |
₹12,000 – ₹29,380 |
Class 10th pass with Mathematics & English, local language knowledge |
| ABPM / GDS |
₹10,000 – ₹24,470 |
Class 10th pass, basic computer knowledge, cycling knowledge |
How to Apply Online
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- Visit India Post GDS Online Portal
- Complete registration using mobile & email
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Select postal circle and fill application form
- Upload photo, signature & certificates
- Submit and take printout
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Selection Process
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- Merit List based on Class 10th percentage
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness
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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
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Q1. How many vacancies are released?
28740 expected posts. |
Q2. Is there any exam for GDS?
No, selection is merit-based. |
Q3. Minimum qualification?
Class 10th pass. |
Q4. What is the salary of GDS?
₹10,000 to ₹29,380. |
Q5. Application mode?
Online only. |
