Department of Posts (India Post), Ministry of Communications, Government of India

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is one of the largest 10th-pass government job drives of 2026, with 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts distributed across 25 Postal Circles covering all states and union territories of India. Posts include Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak. Selection is 100% merit-based on Class 10 marks — no written exam, no interview. Applications open from 2–21 September 2026 at the official portal.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 — Overview

📅 Important Dates

📊 Circle-wise Vacancy Breakdown (23,757 Posts)

* PwBD Posts Total 669: PwD-A: 192, PwD-B: 227, PwD-C: 178, PwD-DE: 72 (horizontally reserved across all categories).

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Must have passed Class 10 (Secondary School Examination) from a recognized board.
• Compulsory passes in Mathematics and English required.
• Must have studied the prescribed local language of the chosen Circle up to Class 10.
• If only grades are available: Marks = Grade Point × 9.5 (e.g., CGPA 9.2 → 87.4 marks).

Other Requirements

• Basic computer knowledge
• Cycling ability
• Must arrange own accommodation for the Branch Post Office (for BPM/ABPM)
• Must reside in the post village or delivery jurisdiction

📋 Age Limit & Relaxation (as on 21 Sept 2026)

💰 Salary & Benefits (TRCA)

Additional Benefits: Annual 3% increment in TRCA | Dearness Allowance (DA) | GDS Gratuity | Service Discharge Benefit Scheme (similar to NPS)

🎯 Selection Process — 100% Merit Based (No Exam!)

• Merit List: System-generated based on Class 10 aggregate percentage (up to 4 decimal places).
• Grade Conversion: If only grades available — Marks = Grade Point × 9.5.
• Tie-Breaking: Older candidates preferred; then category & gender priority.
• Document Verification: Physical verification of originals by Engaging Authority.
• Provisional Engagement: Followed by 3-day basic training and final regularization.

📝 Application Fee

Payment Modes: Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI. Fee is non-refundable once paid.

📲 How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) using mobile & email (OTP verified).
3. Log in with Registration Number & password.
4. Click "Apply Online" under Active Notification.
5. Fill in: Personal Details (as per 10th certificate), Educational Details (Board, Year, Marks/Grades), Circle & Division preferences.
6. Upload: Photo (JPG/JPEG, 30–100 KB, 320×400 px) & Signature (JPG/JPEG, 20–100 KB, 300×120 px).
7. Preview → Pay fee (if applicable) → Submit.
8. Use correction window (23–24 Sept 2026) if needed.

⚠️ Important Instructions for Applicants

• Only one registration per candidate allowed. Duplicate entries will lead to cancellation.
• Name, DOB, Father's & Mother's name must exactly match your 10th certificate.
• Mobile & email cannot be changed after registration.
• Candidates dismissed/retired from Govt. service as penalty are barred from applying.
• India Post does NOT make phone calls — beware of fraudsters.
• SSE marksheets may be verified via DigiLocker/API Setu.
• Apply only for Circles where you studied the local language up to Class 10.
• Portal closes strictly at 1700 hrs — no extensions for technical issues.
• All GDS posts are in rural Branch Post Offices — confirm you're willing to reside in the post village.

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