India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: 23,757+ Vacancies

Department of Posts (Ministry of Communications, Govt. of India) | Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS)

Massive 10th pass job opportunity in the Department of Posts! India Post has officially announced a mega recruitment drive for over 23,757 vacancies for the post of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS), which includes Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevaks. This is a direct merit-based selection process; no written examination or interview will be conducted. Eligible candidates residing within India who have completed Class 10 can submit their applications online through the official GDS portal at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in before September 21, 2026.

Key Dates & Application Fee Details

Important Event Schedule Application Fee Structure
• Online Registration Portal: Active Now
Last Date to Apply Online: 21 September 2026
• Mode of Selection: Direct Merit (10th Class Marks)
• Official Portal: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
• General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹100/-
• SC / ST / PwBD / All Female: Exempted (NIL)

Payment Mode: Online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI gateway.

Position Breakdown & Educational Qualification

Position Profile Age Limit Minimum Qualification Required
Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) 18 - 40 Years Class 10th (Matriculation) passed under 10+2 system from a recognized Board with Mathematics, local language, and English as compulsory subjects. Proficiency in local language is mandatory.
Total Openings 23,757+ Vacancies across multiple Postal Circles nationwide.

Selection Scheme & TRCA Structure

  1. Merit Based Selection: Selection is based entirely on the Merit List prepared automatically by the system taking the actual aggregate percentage of marks obtained in Class 10 of all subjects.
  2. Document Verification: Merit-listed candidates will be invited for physical document verification at the specified regional postal authority before final appointment.
  3. Stipend/TRCA Structure: BPM (Level 1: **₹12,000 – ₹29,380**), ABPM/Dak Sevak (Level 1: **₹10,000 – ₹24,470**) on Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) basis along with applicable Dearness Allowance.

How to Apply Online via India Post GDS Portal

  1. Visit the official corporate portal of India Post GDS at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
  2. Click on "Registration / New Registration" to obtain your registration number by providing basic credentials.
  3. Select your desired Postal Circle to apply. Only one circle can be applied for at a time.
  4. Log in using your registration number and password. Choose your division and give post preferences.
  5. Upload scanned copies of required documents (10th marksheet, category certificate, photograph, signature) in specified format/size.
  6. Pay the application fee (if applicable) online and submit the final form. Take a printout of the final application receipt for future reference before September 21, 2026.

Official Direct Portal Links

India Post GDS Apply Online Direct Portal Apply Online Registration ↗
Download Official Notification PDF (Circle Wise) Download Notification PDF ↗
India Post Official Website Visit indiapost.gov.in ↗