India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 28,000+ Posts
| Organization | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communication, Government of India |
| Post Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) – BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak |
| Total Posts | 28,000+ (Tentative) |
| Advertisement No. | 17-37/2025-GDS (Pt-I) |
| Qualification | 10th (Secondary School Examination) with passing marks in Mathematics & English |
| Official Website | https://indiapost.gov.in/ |
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|
| Notification Release | 28 January 2026 |
| Online Registration Start | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 14 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 16 February 2026 (up to 17:00 Hrs) |
| Correction Window | 18 – 19 February 2026 |
| Document Verification | Within 15 days of Shortlisting |
| Joining Formalities | Within 30 days of Offer |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Transwomen | Exempted |
Payment Mode: Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI
Note: Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
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Age Limit (As on 16/02/2026)
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 Years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 Years |
Eligibility Criteria
- 10th pass from a recognized Board
- Passing marks in Mathematics & English
- Knowledge of local language up to 10th standard
- Basic computer knowledge
- Knowledge of cycling
- Adequate means of livelihood
Salary / Stipend (TRCA)
| BPM | ₹12,000 – ₹29,380 per month |
| ABPM / Dak Sevak | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 per month |
Additional Benefits: DA on TRCA, GDS Gratuity, Service Discharge Benefit Scheme.
State Wise Vacancy (Partial)
| State | Posts |
|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 3169 |
| Bihar | 1344 |
| Maharashtra | 3555 |
| West Bengal | 2965 |
| Gujarat | 1788 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2009 |
| Kerala | 1691 |
| Rajasthan | 634 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 1060 |
Selection Process
- Merit List based on Class 10 marks
- No Exam / No Interview
- Marks calculated up to 4 decimal places
- Document Verification
How to Apply
- Visit the official website
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill online application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and take printout
Important Links
Disclaimer
Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website.
We are not responsible for any changes made by the department.
FAQ
- Is there any exam? No
- Selection basis? Class 10 merit
- Minimum qualification? 10th Pass
- Application mode? Online only
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