India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
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India Post Department announces new recruitment for the posts of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM) and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) from time to time, In which candidates get a chance to get a job. If you are currently unemployed or looking for a well-paid job, then you must know about this recruitment.
This article provides you with detailed and accurate information about the relevant recruitment, which includes important dates, educational qualifications, age limit, application fee, selection process and how to apply online. Candidates are advised to read this article till the end so that you can easily apply for this recruitment and get the job.
Also Read : BSNL Job
Recruitment Overview :
| Types | Details |
|---|---|
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Organization |
Indian Postal Department |
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Post Name |
Various |
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Total Vacancies |
28,740 |
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Salary |
Varies as per rules |
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Application Dates |
January 31, 2026 To February 14, 2026 |
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Official Website |
Important Dates :
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
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Official announcement |
January 31, 2026 |
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Online Application Start |
January 31, 2026 |
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Online Application End |
February 14, 2026 |
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Last date for payment of application fee |
February 16, 2026 |
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Amendment of application form |
February 18-19, 2026 |
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First merit list announcement |
February 28, 2026 |
Post names and vacancies :
A total of 28,740 posts will be filled which are distributed across 23 different postal circles of the country. The maximum posts are in Maharashtra (3,553), Uttar Pradesh (3,169) and West Bengal (2,982) while Gujarat has 1830 vacancies.
| Post Name | Number of circles |
|---|---|
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Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) |
23 |
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Branch Postmaster (BPM) |
23 |
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Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) |
23 |
Distribution of seats according to major states/circles :
| State | Vacancy |
|---|---|
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Maharashtra |
3,553 |
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Uttar Pradesh |
3,169 |
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West Bengal |
2,982 |
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Madhya Pradesh |
2,120 |
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Gujarat |
1,830 |
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Tamil Nadu |
2,009 |
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Bihar |
1,347 |
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Total Vacancy |
28,740 |
Also Read : PSI DV LIST
Age limit :
For this recruitment of Indian Postal Department, the candidate’s age must be between 18 years and 40 years. This age is calculated as per the date of advertisement.
If you fall under the reserved category, you are given special age relaxation. For example, SC/ST category candidates get 5 years relaxation, OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation and PwD candidates get 10 years relaxation.
If a candidate falls under categories like OBC + PwD, then he can get both relaxations. There is no relaxation in age limit for EWS category candidates.
| Category of the candidate | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
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General / EWS |
None |
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OBC |
3 years |
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SC / ST |
5 years |
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Disabled (PwD) |
10 years |
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PwD + OBC |
13 years |
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Pawad + Sak/Sat |
15 years |
Educational qualification :
| Qualification type | What is required? |
|---|---|
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Educational qualification |
Passed 10th standard (secondary school) from a recognized board. |
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Age Qualification |
18 to 40 years (with category-wise relaxations). |
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Computer knowledge |
Basic knowledge; 60 days certificate training benefit. |
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other skills |
Must be able to ride a bicycle. |
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Economic status |
There should be sufficient means for livelihood. |
Salary :
- Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) : – Rs. 10,000 – Rs. 24,470
- Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) : – Rs. 10,000 – Rs. 24,470
- Branch Postmaster (BPM) : – Rs. 12,000 – Rs. 29,380
- Additional benefits include Dearness Allowance (DA), House Allowance (HRA), Annual Increment, State Government Retirement Benefits, Leave, Medical Facilities, etc.
Application Fee :
- General (UR) / EWS : – Rs. 100/-
- Scheduled Caste (SC) : – Nil (0)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) : – Zero (0)
- Disabled (PwD) : – Zero (0)
- Female candidates : – zero (0)
- Transgender candidates : – zero (0)
Selection process :
Online Application: Fill the application form on the official website.
Merit List Preparation: Preparation of merit list based on 10th standard percentage.
Merit List Announcement: A separate merit list for each circle will be announced.
Document Verification (DV) To check the original documents of the candidates who have appeared in the merit list
Appointment order after passing the final appointment document verification.
How to Apply :
- Visit the official portal: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
- Registration: Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) using your Mobile Number and Email ID.
- Fee Payment: Pay the application fee of ₹100 (if applicable).
- Apply Online: Fill out the application form, select the Division, and exercise preferences for the posts.
- Upload Documents: Upload a recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Submit: Preview the application and click “Submit”. Take a printout for reference.
Important Links :
| Description | Link |
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Apply Online |
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Official Website |
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Download Notification PDF |
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Join WhatsApp Channel |
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Join Telegram Channel |
Important :
Please always check and confirm the above details with the official website and advertisement/notification.