India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 28,740 Gramin Dak Sevak Posts
Latest News (Feb 01): The official notification for Schedule-I (January 2026) is OUT. Online registration has started for 28,740 vacancies across 23 postal circles.
| Organization | India Post (Department of Posts) |
| Post Names | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), BPM, ABPM/Dak Sevak |
| Total Vacancies | 28,740 Posts (Confirmed) |
| Salary (TRCA) | BPM: ₹12,000 - ₹29,380 | ABPM: ₹10,000 - ₹24,470 |
Important Dates 2026
| Event | Dates (Official) |
|---|---|
| Registration & Fee Payment | 31 Jan 2026 to 14 Feb 2026 |
| Online Application Submission | 02 Feb 2026 to 16 Feb 2026 |
| Correction Window | 18 Feb 2026 to 19 Feb 2026 |
| 1st Merit List Release | 28 February 2026 (Tentative) |
Age Limit & Relaxation (As on 01.01.2026)
Age will be calculated as of the start of the application cycle.
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Application Fee: ₹100 (General/OBC); SC/ST/Female/PwD are Exempted.
GDS Selection Process 2026
Selection Method: Strictly based on System Generated Merit List prepared from Class 10th (Matric) marks. No Written Exam or Interview will be conducted.
- Merit Ranking: Based on 10th standard grades/marks calculated to 4 decimal places.
- Document Verification (DV): Candidates must report to the assigned venue with original documents.
- Final Selection: After successful verification and medical fitness.
Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Passed 10th Class with passing marks in Mathematics and English.
- Local Language: Must have studied the local language of the applied circle at least up to 10th Class.
- Other Skills: Basic computer knowledge, Cycling skills, and adequate means of livelihood.
