India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak Posts

The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, has officially announced the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 under Notification No. 17-12/2026-GDS for the Gramin Dak Sevak Online Engagement Schedule-II (July 2026 cycle). This selection process provides employment opportunities for 10th-pass candidates across 23 Postal Circles in India. Posts on offer include Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak.

Unlike standard government entrance examinations, selection for India Post GDS posts involves no written exam or interview. Shortlisting is performed using an automated, system-generated merit list calculated from Class 10 marksheet scores. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications between 2 September 2026 and 21 September 2026.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Overview

A complete overview of the India Post Gramin Dak Sevak Schedule-II recruitment process is detailed below:

Important Dates for India Post GDS 2026 (Schedule-II)

Candidates must track the official schedule for One-Time Registration, online submission, fee payment, and correction windows:

Vacancy Details & Participating Circles

The notification states that consolidated division-wise vacancy positions are uploaded directly on the official engagement portal. Candidates can review exact post counts per division upon logging in. The recruitment encompasses 23 regional Postal Circles:

• Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, North East, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal.

Candidates seeking positions in specific states can also browse regional alerts in our dedicated State Jobs section.

Eligibility Criteria for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification

• Secondary Pass: Candidates must have passed the Secondary School Examination (Class 10th) from any recognized School Education Board in India, with passing marks in Mathematics and English. Equivalent qualifications from unapproved boards are not accepted.
• Local Language Requirement: Applicants must have studied the official local language of the respective state/circle at least up to the 10th standard.
• Special Language Criteria:
  • Arunachal Pradesh & Nagaland: English or Hindi up to 10th standard plus a notified tribal dialect.
  • Sikkim: English plus one of the 12 listed local languages.
  • Goa: Konkani or Marathi at 10th standard level.
• Additional Requirements: Computer knowledge, cycling skills, and adequate alternative means of livelihood.
• Crucial Date: Qualification must be completed on or before the notification date of 20 August 2026.

Age Limit (As on 21 September 2026)

The standard age criteria for applicants are as follows:

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years

Upper age relaxations are granted to reserved categories as outlined below:

Applicants wishing to verify their exact age eligibility based on their birth date can use our free Age Calculator tool.

Salary & Emoluments Structure (TRCA)

Gramin Dak Sevaks receive Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) along with applicable Dearness Allowance (DA) declared by the Central Government:

Accommodation Terms: Selected Branch Postmasters (BPM) must arrange suitable office space for the Branch Post Office within the target village at their own expense and reside in that village. ABPM and Dak Sevaks must reside within the delivery jurisdiction of the assigned post office.

Selection Process (No Exam)

Selection for GDS positions is completely automated:

1. System-Generated Merit List: Shortlisting is based on Class 10th aggregate marks calculated up to 4 decimal places.
2. Grade & CGPA Conversion: Where grades are provided, the system multiplies Grade Points by 9.5. (Grade point values: A1=10, A2=9, B1=8, B2=7, C1=6, C2=5, D=4).
3. Tie-Breaking Rule: Older candidates receive preference. Subsequent ties are resolved via fixed community preferences (starting with ST trans-woman and ST female candidates).
4. Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates must present original marksheets and certificates to the Divisional Head within 15 days of shortlisting notification.
5. Provisional Engagement & Training: Successful physical verification leads to a mandatory 3-day basic training program before final engagement.

Application Fee

The prescribed application fee structure for India Post GDS 2026 is outlined below:

• Male (Unreserved / General / OBC / EWS): ₹100/-
• Female Applicants (All Categories): Fee Exempted (NIL)
• SC / ST / PwBD / Transwomen Applicants: Fee Exempted (NIL)
• Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI. Fees are non-refundable once submitted.

How to Apply Online for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to complete your application on the official portal:

1. Navigate to the official portal at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) between 31 August and 19 September 2026 using an active mobile number and email address.
3. Save your system-generated Registration Number and password.
4. Log in starting 2 September 2026 and select "Apply Online".
5. Enter personal and academic details exactly as recorded on your Class 10 marksheet.
6. Select ONE Postal Division and indicate preference order for available Post IDs.
7. Upload a passport-size photograph (JPG, 30 KB – 100 KB) and signature (JPG, 20 KB – 100 KB).
8. Pay the ₹100 fee if applicable, preview the submission, and click final submit before 17:00 Hrs on 21 September 2026.

Important Guidelines to Prevent Application Rejection

Candidates should take care to avoid errors that can invalidate an application:

• Multiple Registrations: Duplicate registrations lead to immediate cancellation.
• Marks Input Accuracy: Candidates whose marksheets state numerical marks must enter numerical marks. Entering grades instead of marks where marks are available will result in rejection.
• Mobile/Email Locking: Registered mobile numbers and email addresses cannot be altered after submission.
• DigiLocker Verification Mismatch: Mismatches between submitted entries and verified online records lead to disqualification.
• DV Reporting Period: Failure to present original documents within 15 days of shortlisting results in being marked as "Non-turned up" and cancels candidature.

Essential Links

Direct official links for the India Post GDS 2026 recruitment process:

• Official GDS Engagement Portal:India Post GDS Online Portal
• Department of Posts Official Website:indiapost.gov.in
• Explore 10th Pass Jobs:10th Pass Govt Jobs Category
• Explore Postal Recruitment:Post Office Jobs Category

Last verified on: August 28, 2026