New Delhi, February 1, 2026 : The Department of Posts (India Post) has officially opened the recruitment drive for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) cadre in 2026, offering a total of 28,740 job opportunities across various postal circles nationwide.
This nationwide campaign includes openings for the posts of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM) and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM). The recruitment aims to fill positions in 23 postal circles, providing a major government employment chance, especially for candidates with basic educational qualifications.
Application Process and Important Dates
- Registration Start: January 31, 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: February 14, 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: February 16, 2026
- Application Correction Window: February 18–19, 2026
Eligible candidates can register and submit their applications through the official India Post GDS Online Engagement Portal at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in. Applicants are advised to complete the form submission and fee payment well before the deadlines to avoid last-minute technical glitches.
Who Can Apply?
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 10 (matriculation) from a recognized board.
- Age Requirement: Applicants should be between 18 and 40 years of age, with age relaxations applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.
This recruitment drive eliminates any written examination, instead, selection will be made purely on the basis of merit, calculated from the candidates’ Class 10 marks. Shortlisted candidates will then be called for document verification.
Pay Scale and Other Benefits
While exact salary figures depend on the specific role (GDS, BPM, or ABPM), typical pay ranges for these positions generally start from around Rs 10,000 and may go up to approximately Rs 29,000 per month for senior roles such as BPM.
The detailed state-wise distribution of vacancies has been released along with the official notification. Candidates are encouraged to review the official PDF and instructions available on the recruitment portal before applying.
Qualified applicants should keep track of the merit list release date, which is expected in late February 2026, as shortlisted candidates will proceed for subsequent stages of the selection process.
For complete information and official updates, candidates should visit indiapostgdsonline.gov.in