India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Notification Out, Apply Dates

The India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for the July Schedule-II engagement cycle. The recruitment covers Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM) and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) posts across postal circles.

The One-Time Registration (OTR) window will open on August 31, 2026, while candidates can submit the online application from September 2 to September 21, 2026. The exact circle-wise vacancy details will be available on the GDS portal.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Key Details

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

Candidates should read the complete notification before applying. It contains details about eligibility, local language requirements, vacancies, selection criteria, fee payment, service conditions, and application instructions.

Notification PDF: Download India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

India Post GDS 2026 Vacancy

The notification invites applications for vacant BPM, ABPM, and Dak Sevak posts in different offices of the Department of Posts.

The notification does not provide one consolidated vacancy figure. Candidates will be able to check the division-wise and circle-wise tentative vacancies on the GDS Online Engagement Portal.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Eligibility

Candidates must fulfil the following requirements:

• Must have passed Class 10/Secondary School Examination from a recognised board.
• Mathematics and English must be among the subjects studied in Class 10.
• Must have studied the prescribed local language up to Class 10.
• Age should be between 18 and 40 years.
• Basic knowledge of computers is required.
• Candidates must know cycling.
• Candidates must have adequate means of livelihood.

Age Relaxation

India Post GDS 2026 Application Dates

India Post GDS Application Fee 2026

Candidates who are required to pay the fee must complete the payment within the application window.

India Post GDS Selection Process 2026

There will be no written examination or interview for the GDS engagement. Candidates will be shortlisted through a system-generated merit list based on Class 10 marks.

The marks are calculated to an accuracy of four decimal places. Shortlisted candidates will subsequently undergo document verification and other prescribed formalities.

India Post GDS Salary 2026

GDS employees also receive applicable allowances and benefits as prescribed under the GDS rules.

How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

• Visit the India Post GDS Online Engagement Portal.
• Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR).
• Enter personal and Class 10 details.
• Select the applicable postal circle, division, and post preferences.
• Upload the required photograph and signature.
• Pay INR 100 if applicable.
• Review the application carefully.
• Submit the application form.
• Save the confirmation for future reference.

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