India Post GDS Bharti 2026 – Various vacancies
| Department | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications |
| Total Vacancies | Various |
| Notification No. | 17-37/2025-GDS (Pt.I) |
| Deadlines | 16/02/2026 |
| Notification Published on | 28/01/2026 |
India Post GDS Bharti 2026 Basic Information
| Positions | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) 2026 |
| Location | All India |
| Qualification | 10th Pass with Maths & English |
| Application Procedure | Apply Online |
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Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications (India Post) has published a recruitment notification (17-37/2025-GDS (Pt.I)) on 28/01/2026. The notification is for recruitment of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) 2026. Here you will get the complete information about India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) 2026 Recruitment online application form. You will get here complete detail about India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) 2026 application procedure, important dates, application fees, age limit, qualification, number of vacancies, pay scale and important links. We advise to the visitors that you should read the official notification of India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) 2026 before submit application form. The links of official website of Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications and official notification are given below.
Selection Procedure:
- Merit list based on Class 10 percentage (up to 4 decimal places)
- Tie-breaking criteria: Older age, Category & gender priority as per notification
- Document verification after shortlisting
Important Dates
The candidates should note the following important dates for India Post GDS Bharti 2026. The important dates may change. There may be optional or additional dates. Check the official website of Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications.
| Events | Dates |
| Online One-Time Registration Starting Date | 31/01/2026 |
| Online One-Time Registration Closing Date | 14/02/2026 |
| Submission of online applications and fee payment | 02/02/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply online | 16/02/2026 |
| Edit / Correction Window (18 – 19 February 2026) |
Application Fees
Here is the complete information about India Post GDS Bharti 2026 application fee. We advise the candidates that read the rules, methods and guidelines in the official notification before any payment of the application fee.
| Category | Fee |
| For all Others | ₹100 |
| female applicants, SC /ST applicants, PwBD and Transwomen applicants. | No fee |
India Post GDS Bharti 2026 Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies Details
You can find here the eligibility criteria to apply for India Post GDS Bharti 2026. The age limit, minimum qualification, number of vacancies and pay scale for India Post GDS Online Form 2026 is given below. Please refer the official notification of India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) 2026 for detail eligibility criteria.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Age Limit | Pay Scale |
| Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) | Various | 10th Pass with Maths & English | 18–40 Years | ₹12,000 – ₹29,380 |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | Up to 15 Years (as applicable) |
| EWS | No age relaxation |
How to Apply Online:
- Visit indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
- Login & fill application form
- Select one division only and give post preferences
- Upload photo & signature
- Pay fee (if applicable)
- Submit before deadline
Important Instructions:
- Only one registration allowed per candidate
- Multiple applications will lead to automatic cancellation
- Photo/signature must follow size & format guidelines
- Final selection subject to physical document verification
Job Profile (Brief):
| Post Name | Job Description |
|---|---|
| BPM | Manage Branch Post Office & IPPB services, arrange accommodation |
| ABPM | Assist BPM, mail delivery & counter services |
| Dak Sevak | Mail delivery, sorting, IPPB & post office assistance |
Other Key Information:
- GDS are not regular government employees. Engagement is governed by GDS Rules, 2020.
- Exact division-wise vacancies are published on the portal (Annexure-I). Total vacancies vary by circle and will be displayed after login.
- Candidates must have studied the local language of the concerned postal circle up to Class 10.
- Computer knowledge is required.
- Knowledge of cycling / two-wheeler is mandatory.
India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) 2026 Recruitment Important Links
You can find here all important links to apply for India Post GDS Bharti 2026. We advise to the candidates that you must read the official notification before filing application form for India Post GDS Online Form 2026.
| Particulars | Links |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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