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India Post Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online 24000+ Posts

Post Date / Update: 27 August 2026 | 10:38 AM
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Department of Posts (India Post) has released the official recruitment notification for 24,000+ Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS / BPM / ABPM) vacancies across various postal circles nationwide. Candidates who have passed Class 10th (Matriculation) with Mathematics and English and know the local language can register online from 31/08/2026 to 19/09/2026 (upto 5 PM). Selection is 100% merit-based without any written exam. Check complete details at JobInBihar.com.


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Department of Posts (India Post)

India Post Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) Recruitment 2026

Branch Postmaster (BPM) / Asst. Branch Postmaster (ABPM) 

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Recruitment Overview

Recruiting AuthorityDepartment of Posts (India Post), Ministry of Communications
Post NameGramin Dak Sevaks (GDS / BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak)
Total Vacancies24,000+ Posts (All India Circles)
Selection Mode100% Merit Based on Class 10th Marks (No Written Exam)
Official Websiteindiapostgdsonline.gov.in

Important Dates

Application Begin : 31/08/2026

Last Date for Registration :19/09/2026 (Upto 5 PM)

Last Date for Fee Payment : 21/09/2026

Complete Application Form : 21/09/2026

Online Edit / Correction Window : 23 – 24 September 2026

1st Merit List / Result Release : As per Schedule

Subsequent Merit Lists (2nd, 3rd, 4th) : As per Schedule

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS (Male) : ₹ 100/-

SC / ST / PwBD : ₹ 0/- (Nil)

Female (All Categories) : ₹ 0/- (Exempted)

Payment Mode : Online (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI) OR India Post E-Challan at Head Post Office / GPO

India Post GDS Age Limit (As on 19/09/2026)

  • Minimum Age:18 Years.
  • Maximum Age:40 Years.
  • Age Relaxation: 3 Years for OBC (NCL), 5 Years for SC/ST, and 10 Years for PwBD candidates as per India Post Gramin Dak Sevaks Recruitment Rules.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details & Eligibility

Post NameTotal PostsEligibility Criteria & Pay Scale
Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)
(BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak)		24,000+ Posts• Passed Class 10th (High School / Matriculation) with Mathematics and English as compulsory or elective subjects from any recognized Board.
• Compulsory knowledge of the Local Language of the opted Postal Circle/State.
• Basic computer knowledge certificate and cycling proficiency.
• Monthly TRCA Pay: BPM (₹ 12,000 – ₹ 29,380/-) | ABPM/Dak Sevak (₹ 10,000 – ₹ 24,470/-).

India Post GDS 2026 : State Wise & Division Wise Vacancy Details

State NameLocal LanguageDivision Wise Vacancy
Uttar PradeshHindi1691
UttarakhandHindi452
BiharHindi1098
ChhattisgarhHindi762
DelhiHindi16
RajasthanHindi1009
HaryanaHindi87
Himachal PradeshHindi535
Jammu / KashmirHindi / Urdu340
JharkhandHindi1379
Madhya PradeshHindi1450
KeralaMalayalam1373
PunjabPunjabi / English / Hindi122
MaharashtraKonkani / Marathi2431
North Eastern CircleBengali / Hindi / English / Manipuri / English / Mizo2614
OdishaOriya1453
KarnatakaKannada1116
Tamil NaduTamil2118
TelanganaTelugu419
AssamAssamese/Asomiya / Bengali/Bangla / Bodo / Hindi / English414
GujaratGujarati499
West BengalBengali / Hindi / English / Nepali1762
Andhra PradeshTelugu917

Selection Process & Merit Preparation

  • No Written Examination: The merit list is generated automatically based on marks/grades obtained in Class 10th Standard.
  • Weightage to Higher Qualifications: No extra weightage is given for higher educational qualifications (Graduation/PG).
  • Multiple Merit Lists: India Post releases 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th merit lists category-wise until all vacant posts in respective divisions are filled.
  • Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates will be called for strict physical document verification by the concerned Divisional Head.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Visit the official GDS portal indiapostgdsonline.gov.in between 31/08/2026 and 19/09/2026 (5 PM).
  2. Complete Step 1: Registration by validating your active Mobile Number and Email ID with OTP.
  3. Complete Step 2: Fee Payment online (₹100/- for General/OBC/EWS Male; Nil for SC/ST/Female/PwBD).
  4. Complete Step 3: Application Form by choosing Circle, entering Class 10th roll number, marks/grades, and uploading scanned Photo & Signature.
  5. Select postal circle divisions and enter post preferences (BPM/ABPM/Dak Sevak) in order of preference.
  6. Preview the full application form and submit it. Take a clear printout of the final application submission confirmation slip.

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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the start and last dates to apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
• The online application begins on 31 August 2026 and the last date for online registration is 19 September 2026 (upto 5:00 PM), with fee payment accepted till 21 September 2026.
2. How many total vacancies are released in India Post GDS 2026?
• There are over 24,000+ vacancies for Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) across all postal circles.
3. What is the application fee for India Post GDS Recruitment?
• The application fee is Rs. 100/- for General, OBC, and EWS male candidates. Female candidates of all categories, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying any fee (Rs. 0/- Nil).
4. What is the educational qualification required for Gramin Dak Sevaks?
• Candidates must have passed Class 10th (Secondary School Examination) from a recognized Board with Mathematics and English as compulsory/elective subjects and must possess knowledge of the local language of the applied postal circle.
5. Is there any written exam for India Post GDS recruitment?
• No, there is no written examination or interview. The selection is made entirely on the basis of a system-generated merit list prepared from Class 10th board marks.
Please check the official website for any updates regarding the recruitment process.
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