23,757 Posts
A total of 23,757 tentative vacancies have been notified under India Post GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026.
| Total Vacancies | 23757 |
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Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India
BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak
The recruitment includes Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster and Dak Sevak posts.
Posts:
Gramin Dak Sevak Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026
10th Pass
Candidates must have passed Class 10 with passing marks in Mathematics and English and fulfill the prescribed local language requirement.
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
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17-12/2026-GDS
18 to 40 Years
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 40 years, subject to applicable upper age relaxation.
| Maximum Age | 40 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 |
20 August 2026
| Date | 2026-08-20 |
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10th Marks Merit
Candidates are shortlisted through a system-generated merit list based on marks obtained in the Secondary School Examination of Class 10.
| Selection Basis | 10th Class Marks Merit |
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Postal Circles and Divisions across India
| Location | All India |
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Online
Applications are accepted only through the official GDS Online Engagement Portal.
| Application Mode | Online |
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Gramin Dak Sevaks are holders of Civil Posts outside the regular Civil Services and their service conditions are governed by the applicable GDS Conduct and Engagement Rules.
| Service Type | GDS Engagement |
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Mandatory Subjects
Candidates must have passing marks in Mathematics and English in the Secondary School Examination of Class 10.
Subjects:
Up to 10th Standard
The candidate must have studied the prescribed local language for the concerned post at least up to the 10th standard from a recognized Board.
| Local Language Required | Yes |
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Required
Candidates must possess knowledge of computers as prescribed for GDS engagement.
| Computer Knowledge Required | Yes |
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Required
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed requirement relating to adequate means of livelihood.
| Livelihood Requirement | Yes |
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BPM
BPMs are responsible for day-to-day Branch Post Office operations, applicable IPPB activities, customer service operations, marketing and other duties assigned by the Department.
| Post | BPM |
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Important
A candidate selected as BPM is required to arrange suitable accommodation for running the Branch Post Office at their own cost as prescribed.
| Post | BPM |
|---|---|
| Accommodation Required | Yes |
ABPM
ABPM duties include sale of stamps and stationery, mail conveyance and delivery, IPPB transactions and other postal duties assigned by the Department.
| Post | ABPM |
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Dak Sevak
Dak Sevaks perform delivery and postal operations, sale of stamps and stationery, mail handling and other work assigned by the competent postal authorities.
| Post | Dak Sevak |
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Candidates must possess knowledge of cycling as prescribed under the GDS eligibility conditions.
| Cycling Required | Yes |
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Candidate must possess a Secondary School Examination pass certificate of Class 10 from a recognized Board.
| Qualification | Secondary School Examination / 10th Pass |
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18 Years
The minimum age for applying is 18 years.
| Minimum Age | 18 |
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40 Years
The maximum age for applying is 40 years, subject to applicable age relaxation.
| Maximum Age | 40 |
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5 Years
Eligible SC and ST candidates receive upper age relaxation of 5 years.
| Category | SC/ST |
|---|---|
| Relaxation Years | 5 |
3 Years
Eligible OBC candidates receive upper age relaxation of 3 years.
| Category | OBC |
|---|---|
| Relaxation Years | 3 |
Up to 15 Years
PwBD candidates receive prescribed upper age relaxation depending upon their category: 10 years for PwBD, 13 years for PwBD plus OBC and 15 years for PwBD plus SC/ST.
| Pwbd | 10 |
|---|---|
| Pwbd Obc | 13 |
| Pwbd Sc St | 15 |
No Relaxation
No separate upper age relaxation is prescribed for EWS candidates.
| Relaxation Years | 0 |
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BPM
Branch Postmaster posts are included in the total 23,757 tentative vacancies notified under the GDS engagement cycle.
| Post Name | Branch Postmaster |
|---|---|
| Short Name | BPM |
| Total Vacancies | Included in overall 23757 vacancies |
ABPM
Assistant Branch Postmaster posts are included in the total 23,757 tentative vacancies notified under the GDS engagement cycle.
| Post Name | Assistant Branch Postmaster |
|---|---|
| Short Name | ABPM |
| Total Vacancies | Included in overall 23757 vacancies |
GDS
Dak Sevak posts are included in the total 23,757 tentative vacancies notified under the GDS engagement cycle.
| Post Name | Dak Sevak |
|---|---|
| Short Name | GDS |
| Total Vacancies | Included in overall 23757 vacancies |
23,757 Posts
Total tentative vacancies across the participating Postal Circles and Divisions.
| Total Vacancies | 23757 |
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Rs. 100
An application fee of Rs. 100 is applicable for posts selected in the candidate choice of Division.
| Fee | 100 |
|---|---|
| Currency | INR |
Eligible Categories
All female applicants, SC applicants, ST applicants, PwBD applicants and Transwomen applicants are exempted from payment of the application fee.
Exempted Categories:
Online
Applicable candidates can pay through the prescribed online modes including Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking and UPI facilities.
Payment Modes:
India Post GDS Online Engagement Portal
| Application Type | Online |
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Stage 1
Candidates are shortlisted through a system-generated merit list based on marks obtained in the Secondary School Examination of Class 10.
| Step | 1 |
|---|---|
| Basis | Class 10 Marks |
| Selection Method | System Generated Merit List |
10th Marks
The merit list is prepared using marks obtained or the prescribed conversion of grades or points in the Secondary School Examination, aggregated to percentage accuracy as prescribed.
| Step | 2 |
|---|---|
| Basis | Secondary School Examination Marks |
Verification Stage
Shortlisted candidates must attend physical verification with original documents and required self-attested copies as applicable.
| Step | 3 |
|---|---|
| Selection Method | Document Verification |
Joining Stage
Candidates whose documents are successfully verified must complete the prescribed pre-engagement and joining formalities.
| Step | 4 |
|---|---|
| Selection Method | Pre-Engagement Formalities |
Final Stage
Final engagement is subject to completion of the prescribed verification and engagement procedures.
| Step | 5 |
|---|---|
| Selection Method | Final Engagement |
TRCA Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 29,380
Branch Postmasters receive the prescribed Time Related Continuity Allowance within the applicable TRCA slab.
| Post | BPM |
|---|---|
| Salary Max | 29380 |
| Salary Min | 12000 |
| Salary Type | TRCA |
TRCA Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470
Assistant Branch Postmasters receive the prescribed Time Related Continuity Allowance within the applicable TRCA slab.
| Post | ABPM |
|---|---|
| Salary Max | 24470 |
| Salary Min | 10000 |
| Salary Type | TRCA |
TRCA Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470
Dak Sevaks receive the prescribed Time Related Continuity Allowance within the applicable TRCA slab.
| Post | Dak Sevak |
|---|---|
| Salary Max | 24470 |
| Salary Min | 10000 |
| Salary Type | TRCA |
DA and Other Benefits
GDS personnel are entitled to applicable Dearness Allowance on TRCA and other allowances and social security benefits according to the applicable GDS rules.
Benefits:
A total of 23,757 tentative vacancies have been notified for BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak posts under GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026.
Answer: A total of 23,757 tentative vacancies are available.
Question: How many vacancies are available in India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have passed Class 10 from a recognized Board with passing marks in Mathematics and English and must fulfill the prescribed local language requirement.
Answer: Class 10 pass with Mathematics, English and the prescribed local language eligibility.
Question: What is the qualification for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 40 years, subject to applicable upper age relaxation.
Answer: 18 to 40 years, subject to applicable age relaxation.
Question: What is the age limit for India Post GDS 2026?
Selection is based on a system-generated merit list prepared from Class 10 marks and the prescribed selection and document verification procedures.
Answer: Selection is merit based on Class 10 marks and prescribed verification procedures.
Question: Is there a written examination for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is Rs. 100. Female applicants, SC, ST, PwBD and Transwomen applicants are exempted from payment.
Answer: Rs. 100, with fee exemption for eligible exempted categories.
Question: What is the application fee for India Post GDS 2026?
The last date for online application submission and applicable fee payment is 21 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
| Answer | 21 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM. |
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Question: What is the last date to apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment includes Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster and Dak Sevak posts.
Answer: Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster and Dak Sevak.
Question: What are the posts available under India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
BPM posts have a TRCA slab of Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 29,380. ABPM and Dak Sevak posts have a TRCA slab of Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470.
Answer: BPM: Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 29,380 TRCA. ABPM and Dak Sevak: Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470 TRCA.
Question: What is the salary for India Post GDS posts?
Qualification: Secondary School Examination (10th Class) pass with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognized Board, along with the prescribed local language studied up to 10th standard.
Upper age relaxation: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD 10 years, PwBD plus OBC 13 years and PwBD plus SC/ST 15 years. No upper age relaxation is available for EWS candidates under the prescribed rules.
The notification is issued under Notification No. 17-12/2026-GDS.
Candidates can begin One-Time Registration on the GDS Online Engagement Portal.
The One-Time Registration window closes at 17:00 hours on 19 September 2026.
Online application submission and applicable fee payment begin from 2 September 2026.
The online application submission and applicable fee payment window closes at 17:00 hours on 21 September 2026.
The edit and correction window opens for eligible submitted applications.
The correction window closes at 17:00 hours on 24 September 2026.
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