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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 28,635 Gramin Dak Sevak Posts

Department of Posts (India Post) has officially released the notification for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026. This is a great opportunity for candidates who are looking to secure a government job in the postal department.

Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 from 31 January 2026 to 14 February 2026 through the official portal.

Before applying, candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the official notification to understand all important details such as eligibility criteria, educational qualification, age limit, required documents, selection process, and step-by-step application procedure.

Make sure to verify your eligibility and keep all necessary documents ready to avoid any last-minute issues while submitting the online application form.

Department of Post (India Post)

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification Released

India Post GDS 2026 : Short Details of Notification

IMPORTANT DATES

  • Application Start Date: 31 January 2026

  • Last Date to Apply Online: 14 February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)

  • Last Date to Pay Application Fee: 16 February 2026

  • Correction Window: 18–19 February 2026

  • Merit List / Result: To be announced soon

APPLICATION FEES

  • General / OBC: ₹100

  • SC / ST / PwBD (PH): ₹0 (Exempted)

  • All Category Female Candidates: ₹0 (Exempted)

  • Payment Mode: The application fee can be paid through India Post E-Challan at the nearest Head Post Office (HPO) / General Post Office (GPO).

VACANCY DETAILS

Total Number of Vacancies: 28635 Posts

Post name

total posts

Eligibility

Gramin Dak Sewak GDS 2026

28635

Educational Qualification

  • Must have passed Class 10 (High School) with Mathematics and English as subjects.

  • Should have proficiency in the local language of the applied postal circle.

  • For complete details, refer to the official India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification.

Age Limit (as on 14 February 2026)

  • Minimum Age: 18 years

  • Maximum Age: 40 years

  • Age Relaxation: Applicable as per India Post GDS Recruitment Rules 2026 for reserved categories.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Check State-wise Vacancy

State Name

Local Language

Total Post

Uttar Pradesh

Hindi

3169

Uttarakhand

Hindi

436

Bihar

Hindi

1344

Chhattisgarh

Hindi

1155

Delhi

Hindi

37

Rajasthan

Hindi

634

Haryana

Hindi

270

Himachal Pradesh

Hindi

520

Jammu / Kashmir

Hindi / Urdu

267

Jharkhand

Hindi

908

Madhya Pradesh

Hindi

2102

Kerala

Malayalam

1691

Punjab

Punjabi / English / Hindi

261

Maharashtra

Konkani/Marathi

3553

North Eastern

Bengali / Hindi / English / Manipuri / English / Mizo

1014

Odisha

Oriya

1191

Karnataka

Kannada

1022

Tamil Naidu

Tamil

2009

Telangana

Telugu

608

Assam

Assamese/Asomiya / Bengali/Bangla / Bodo / Hindi / English

639

Gujarat

Gujarati

1782

West Bengal

Bengali / Hindi / English / Nepali

2963

Andhra Pradesh

Telugu

1060

How to Fill India Post GDS Online Form 2026

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is now open for various posts across India. Candidates interested in applying should carefully follow the steps below to complete the online application successfully:

  1. Read the Official Notification:
    Before filling the application form, thoroughly read the official India Post GDS 2026 notification to understand eligibility, required documents, age criteria, and other important instructions.

  2. Collect Required Documents:
    Ensure you have all necessary documents ready, including educational certificates, ID proof, address details, and personal information.

  3. Prepare Scanned Copies:
    Scan all required documents such as photograph, signature, and ID proof in the prescribed format and size for uploading.

  4. Fill the Application Form Carefully:
    Enter all details correctly in the online form, including personal, educational, and contact information. Double-check each column before submission.

  5. Preview the Form:
    Before final submission, review the form carefully to ensure all information is correct and all documents are properly uploaded.

  6. Submit & Save a Copy:
    Submit the completed application form online and take a printout of the final submitted form for your records.

India Post GDS 2026 Selection Process

Selection for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026 is merit-based and does not involve any written exam. Candidates are selected based on their Class 10th marks and other eligibility criteria. The detailed selection process is as follows:

Stage 1: Merit List Preparation:

  • Marks obtained in Class 10th (Matriculation) are considered for preparing the merit list.

  • Candidates must meet the minimum eligibility criteria mentioned in the notification.

Stage 2: Document Verification (DV)

  • Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification at the respective postal circles.

  • Required documents include educational certificates, ID proof, address proof, and caste/category certificates (if applicable).

Final Selection

  • The final selection is based on the merit list and successful document verification.
  • Selected candidates are offered appointments as Gramin Dak Sevaks in their applied postal circles.
  • Note: Keep checking the official India Post GDS 2026 portal for updates on merit lists and result notifications.
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Download Notification

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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Important FAQs

Last date to fill out the online application is February 14, 2026. The fee payment window closes on February 16, 2026.

While basic computer knowledge is required, a formal certificate is generally not mandatory if you have studied computer science in Class 10th or 12th. However, having a 60-day certificate is safer for Document Verification (DV).

Yes, but selection is based only on 10th-standard marks. Higher qualifications provide no extra weightage or “bonus” marks.

System automatically generates the list based on your Class 10th percentage (calculated to 4 decimal places). If your board gives CGPA, you must convert it into marks using the board’s official multiplier (usually ).

Due to high competition, the expected cut-off for the General category is 90%–98% in most circles. Some rural areas or reserved categories may see cut-offs around 85%–88%.

First merit list is expected to be released by February 28, 2026.

Salary is paid as TRCA (Time Related Continuity Allowance):

  • BPM (Branch Post Master): ₹12,000 to ₹29,380.

  • ABPM/Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 to ₹24,470.

  • Note: Working hours are typically 4 to 5 hours per day.

Duties include doorstep delivery of mail/parcels, sale of stamps and stationery, and assisting the Postmaster in mail sorting and office work.

Yes, India Post provides a Correction Window on February 18 & 19, 2026. You can edit certain fields like name, marks, and preferences during this time.

  • Original 10th Marksheet/Certificate.

  • Caste Certificate (if applicable).

  • PWD/Transgender Certificate (if applicable).

  • Date of Birth Proof.

  • Medical Certificate (issued by a Govt. Medical Officer).

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