India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification OUT For 25000+ Posts, Apply Online

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: The Department of Posts (Ministry of Communications) has officially released the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026 notification under Advertisement No: 17-12/2026-GDS. The recruitment drive aims to fill vacant posts for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevaks across various postal circles nationwide. The India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 notification has been released on August 27, 2026. Eligible candidates can complete their online one-time registration from August 31, 2026, while the online application and fee submission window remains open from September 2, 2026, to September 21, 2026.

This engagement process offers candidates an opportunity to join the postal network in civil posts outside the regular central civil services. Before filling out the registration form, applicants should carefully review the eligibility criteria, regional language requirements, and service conditions. Detailed circle-wise vacancy distributions can be verified on the official online portal prior to submitting choices.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Application Fees

Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification

Age Limit: The age limit for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is 18-40 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 21.09.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.

Physical & Service Standards

• Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA):
  • Branch Postmaster (BPM): Rs. 12,000/- to Rs. 29,380/-
  • ABPM / Dak Sevak: Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 24,470/-
• Working Hours: Minimum 4 hours and maximum 5 hours per day.
• Accommodation & Residence: Selected BPMs must arrange accommodation for running the Branch Post Office at their own cost and reside within the post village. ABPMs and Dak Sevaks must reside within the delivery jurisdiction of the concerned Post Office.
• Mandatory Declarations: Applicants must possess basic knowledge of computers, cycling, and have adequate alternative means of livelihood.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:

• System-Generated Merit List (Based on 10th Class Marks / 4-decimal percentage accuracy)
• Physical Document Verification by Divisional/Unit Head
• Medical Examination & Pre-Engagement Formalities

How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026:

• Visit the official portal at indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
• Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) by validating your active Mobile Number and Email ID via OTP.
• Fill in personal details, Board name, 10th passing year, and marks exactly as recorded in your matriculation certificate.
• Select your preferred Postal Division and exercise post preferences based on your local language eligibility.
• Upload your recent passport-size photograph (30–100 KB, JPG/JPEG) and scanned signature on white paper (20–100 KB, JPG/JPEG).
• Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 100/- using online modes (if applicable).
• Preview your filled details carefully and submit the final online application before 17:00 Hrs on the closing date.

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