India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Registration Begins for 23,757 Posts

Published: Monday, August 31, 2026, 13:31 [IST]

The Department of Posts has commenced the India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026 application process for 23,757 posts across postal circles in the country. The recruitment is being conducted under the GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026, as per Advertisement No. 17-12/2026-GDS.

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The notification was released on August 27, 2026. The One-Time Registration (OTR) process begins today, August 31, while candidates can submit their online applications from September 2 to September 21, 2026. The recruitment covers posts including Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of the following dates:

Event	Date
Notification Release	August 27, 2026
One-Time Registration	August 31-September 19, 2026
Online Application	September 2-21, 2026
Application Start Time	September 2, 5 PM
Application Closing Time	September 21, 5 PM
Correction Window	September 23-24, 2026

Candidates should complete their OTR and application process within the prescribed deadlines.

India Post GDS Vacancy 2026: Circle-Wise Details

The 23,757 GDS vacancies have been distributed among different postal circles. Maharashtra has the highest number of vacancies, followed by Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.

The major circles and vacancies include:

City	Posts
Maharashtra	2,297 Posts
Tamil Nadu	2,118 Posts
Uttar Pradesh	1,691 Posts
West Bengal	1,619 Posts
Madhya Pradesh	1,450 Posts
Jharkhand	1,379 Posts
Kerala	1,373 Posts
North Eastern	1,354 Posts
Odisha	1,353 Posts
Karnataka	1,116 Posts

These 11 circles account for 16,847 vacancies, while the total recruitment drive covers 23,757 posts across postal circles.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for the GDS posts must fulfil the prescribed eligibility conditions. Applicants should have passed Class 10 with Mathematics and English from a recognised board.

Candidates must also have knowledge of the local language applicable to the postal circle for which they are applying. Basic computer knowledge and the ability to ride a bicycle are also among the required conditions.

The prescribed age limit is 18 to 40 years as on September 21, 2026. Candidates belonging to eligible reserved categories will receive age relaxation according to the applicable government rules.

India Post GDS 2026 Application Fee

The application fee varies according to the candidate's category. Male candidates belonging to the UR, OBC and EWS categories are required to pay an application fee of ₹100.

Candidates belonging to SC, ST and PwBD categories, along with female and transwomen candidates, are exempted from paying the application fee, subject to the conditions specified in the notification.

India Post GDS 2026 Salary and Job Details

Selected candidates will receive Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) based on the post and applicable rules.

Branch Postmaster (BPM): ₹12,000 to ₹29,380
Assistant Branch Postmaster/Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 to ₹24,470

The GDS posts generally involve four to five hours of work per day. Candidates should carefully read the service conditions before applying.

India Post GDS Selection Process 2026

One of the key features of the India Post GDS recruitment is that there is no written examination. Candidates are shortlisted through a system-generated merit list based on Class 10 marks, with marks calculated up to four decimal places as prescribed.

Candidates included in the merit list will have to complete the subsequent selection formalities. These may include document verification, medical examination and other pre-engagement requirements.

Therefore, candidates should ensure that their Class 10 marks and personal details are entered correctly while submitting the application.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Posting Conditions

Selected candidates will also have to fulfil certain residence and accommodation requirements.

BPMs are required to arrange accommodation for the Branch Post Office at their own expense and reside within the post village. ABPMs and Dak Sevaks are required to reside within the delivery jurisdiction of the concerned post office.

Candidates should consider these conditions before indicating their preferences and applying for a particular post or postal circle.

How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can complete the application process online by following these general steps:

1. Visit the official India Post GDS recruitment portal.

2. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process.

3. Log in using the registered credentials.

4. Fill in the GDS application form with the required details.

5. Select the preferred postal circle and post, wherever applicable.

6. Upload the required documents and photographs.

7. Pay the application fee, if applicable.

8. Review all the details carefully.

9. Submit the application form.

10. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Candidates should verify their eligibility, local-language requirements, marks and documents before submitting the form.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Key Points

The India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 provides an opportunity for eligible Class 10 pass candidates to apply for 23,757 BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak vacancies. Since selection is based on a merit list prepared from Class 10 marks rather than a written examination, candidates should ensure that their academic details are accurately entered.

The OTR process begins on August 31, followed by online applications from September 2 at 5 PM. The last date to submit the application is September 21, 2026, at 5 PM, while the correction facility will be available from September 23 to 24.

Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification and check circle-wise vacancies, eligibility conditions, fee requirements and service conditions before completing the India Post GDS application.