The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications has released India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Schedule-II for 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) vacancies including BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak posts. The online application process closed on 21 September 2026, and the correction window is open from 23 to 24 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM for candidates who have already submitted their applications. Selection is based on 10th standard marks through a system-generated merit list, with no written exam or interview.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 (Schedule-II) – Overview
Notification No. 17-12/2026-GDS Out — 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak Vacancies | Correction Window Open 23–24 September 2026
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| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | Department of Posts (India Post), Ministry of Communications |
| Notification Number | No. 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20.08.2026 |
| Post Name | Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak |
| Total Vacancies | 23,757 (Schedule-II, July-2026) |
| Engagement Type | Gramin Dak Sevak (Not a Regular Civil Service Post) |
| Job Location | Various Circles/Divisions across India (Rural areas) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 Years (as on last date of application) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Correction Window | 23 – 24 September 2026 (up to 1700 Hrs) |
| Official Website | indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement |
About This Recruitment
The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India, has released Notification No. 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20 August 2026, inviting applications for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026. A total of 23,757 vacancies have been announced for the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak, in different offices of the Department across India. Applications were submitted online at indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement, and candidates can now use the correction window (23–24 September 2026) to fix any errors in their submitted application.
Note: GDS is an important entry-level opportunity for 10th pass candidates who want a career with India Post, with a straightforward, merit-based (no written exam, no interview) selection process.
Important Dates 2026
- Online One-Time Registration (OTR): 31 August 2026 to 19 September 2026 (up to 1700 Hrs)
- Submission of Online Application & Fee Payment: 2 September 2026 to 21 September 2026 (up to 1700 Hrs)
- Correction Window (Registration/Application): 23 September 2026 to 24 September 2026 (up to 1700 Hrs)
- Engagement Process Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Note: The online application window has already closed. Only candidates who have already registered and applied can now use the correction window to update their submitted details.
Age Limit & Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| EWS | No Relaxation |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 Years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 Years |
Minimum Age: 18 Years | Maximum Age: 40 Years (as on the last date of application submission)
Educational Qualification & Other Requirements
| Post | Required Qualification |
| BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak | Secondary School Examination (SSE)/10th Standard pass certificate with passing marks in Mathematics and English, from a recognised Board of School Education (Central/State/UT Government); equivalent qualifications from other boards are NOT accepted |
Additional Requirements:
- Must have studied the local language (as prescribed post-wise for the concerned Circle) at least up to 10th Standard from a recognised board
- Special provisions apply for local language requirements in Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Sikkim, and Nagaland
- Basic knowledge of computers is required
- Knowledge of cycling is required
- Candidates must have adequate means of livelihood besides the GDS allowance
Local Language Requirement (Circle-Wise Examples)
The local language required for GDS engagement varies by Postal Circle. Some examples: Hindi for Bihar, Delhi, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand; Telugu for Andhra Pradesh/Telangana; Tamil for Tamil Nadu/Puducherry; Kannada for Karnataka; Malayalam for Kerala/Lakshadweep; Bengali for West Bengal; Punjabi for Punjab; Odia for Odisha; Marathi for Maharashtra; Gujarati for Gujarat; and various region-specific languages for the North-East states.
Note: Candidates should refer to the official Annexure-III of the notification for the complete Circle-wise local language list applicable to their chosen post/division.
India Post GDS Job Profile 2026
| Post | Job Profile |
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | Handles day-to-day postal operations of the Branch Post Office (BO) and India Post Payments Bank (IPPB); markets Department products/services; overall responsible for smooth functioning of the single-handed BO, including mail conveyance/delivery. Must arrange accommodation for the Branch Post Office and reside in the post village. |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) | Sale of stamps/stationery, mail conveyance/delivery at doorstep, IPPB transactions; assists BPM in postal operations and may perform combined duties when required. Must reside within the delivery jurisdiction of the concerned Post Office. |
| Dak Sevak | In Post Offices: sale of stamps/stationery, mail delivery, IPPB transactions. In Sorting/Mail/Transit Mail Offices: handling mail bags and parcels. In Delivery Centres: handling and delivering mail/parcels. Must reside within the delivery jurisdiction of the concerned Post Office. |
Gramin Dak Sevak Emoluments (TRCA) 2026
| Category | TRCA Slab |
| BPM | ₹12,000 – ₹29,380 |
| ABPM / Dak Sevak | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 |
Note: GDS employees are paid Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA), not a regular pay scale. It carries an annual increase of 3% (subject to conditions), plus Dearness Allowance and social security benefits such as GDS Gratuity and the Service Discharge Benefit Scheme.
India Post GDS Selection Process 2026
- Merit List: Selection is based on a system-generated merit list prepared purely from marks obtained in the Secondary School Examination (10th Standard), aggregated to percentage up to 4 decimal places — there is NO written exam and NO interview
- Grade Conversion: Where applicable, grades/points from the 10th mark sheet are converted to marks using a multiplication factor of 9.5 (e.g., A1 = 10 points → 95 marks)
- Tie-Breaking: If two candidates score equal marks, the older candidate (by date of birth) is ranked higher, followed by a detailed category/gender-based priority order
- Post Preference: Applicants can select multiple posts within one chosen Division, ranked by preference; if found meritorious for more than one post, only the highest-preference post for which they qualify will be offered
Post-Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates are informed via SMS/Email and must report for physical verification of documents within 15 days of shortlisting
- Upon successful verification, a system-generated Offer of Provisional Engagement is issued
- Candidates must complete pre-engagement formalities (3-day basic training, accommodation arrangement, etc.) within 30 days of the offer
- The final engagement order is issued after verification reports from issuing authorities and police antecedent verification are received
Tip: Candidates are advised to maintain a DigiLocker account with their SSE mark sheet, caste, and PwBD certificates fetched in, as documents may be verified via API Setu/DigiLocker during the process.
Application Fee
| Male Candidates (General/OBC/EWS) | ₹100/- |
| Female / SC / ST / PwBD / Transwomen Candidates | Exempted |
| Fee Payment Methods | Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI |
Note: The fee, once paid, will not be refunded under any circumstances.
How to Correct Your GDS Application (23–24 September 2026)
- Visit the official portal — indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
- Login using your Registration Number and Password created during the One-Time Registration (OTR)
- Open your submitted application form and make the required corrections
- Recheck your Personal Details, Educational Details, Division, and Post Preferences carefully, as these directly affect your merit and post allotment
- Save and resubmit the corrected application before the window closes on 24 September 2026, 1700 Hrs
- Take a printout/screenshot of your final corrected application for your own record
Note: No corrections will be allowed once this window closes, so review your form thoroughly, especially Name, Date of Birth, Community, and Post/Division preferences, which must exactly match your 10th (SSE) certificate.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Secondary School Examination (SSE)/10th Standard Mark Sheet & Certificate
- Local Language Proof (as studied up to 10th Standard, per your Circle’s requirement)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD), if applicable
- Transwomen Certificate, if applicable
- Recent Photograph (JPG/JPEG, 30–100 KB, 320×400 px)
- Scanned Signature (JPG/JPEG, 20–100 KB, 300×120 px)
- Aadhaar Card / Valid Photo ID Proof
- Active Mobile Number and Email ID (locked permanently after OTR, so keep them accessible)
Note: As per this recruitment’s process, no documents need to be uploaded at the application stage except photograph and signature — other certificates are checked later during physical document verification.
Why Consider a GDS Job?
- Huge number of vacancies (23,757) — one of the largest GDS recruitment drives, giving a good chance of selection for eligible 10th pass candidates
- Simple, transparent, merit-based selection — no written exam, no interview, purely based on 10th marks
- Good opportunity for candidates from rural areas to get a Government of India engagement close to their hometown
- Access to social security benefits like GDS Gratuity and the Service Discharge Benefit Scheme, along with annual TRCA increments
- A stepping stone in the postal department, with further growth avenues available to serving GDS employees over time
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
Ans: It is a recruitment drive by the Department of Posts to fill 23,757 vacant Gramin Dak Sevak posts — Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster, and Dak Sevak — across various Circles/Divisions, under Schedule-II, July-2026.
Q2. Is the online application for India Post GDS 2026 still open?
Ans: No, online application submission closed on 21 September 2026. Only the correction window (23–24 September 2026) is currently open for already-registered candidates.
Q3. What is the selection process for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Selection is based purely on a merit list generated from 10th standard (SSE) marks — there is no written exam or interview.
Q4. What is the application fee for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
Ans: ₹100 for male General/OBC/EWS candidates; Female, SC/ST, PwBD, and Transwomen candidates are exempted.
Q5. What is the age limit for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on the last date of application, with relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.
Q6. What salary does a GDS employee get?
Ans: GDS employees are paid Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) — ₹12,000 to ₹29,380 for BPM, and ₹10,000 to ₹24,470 for ABPM/Dak Sevak, plus DA and other benefits.
Q7. When will the engagement process be completed?
Ans: As per the notification, the engagement process for this Schedule-II cycle is to be closed by 31 December 2026.
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