Overview
India Post has announced recruitment for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts, including Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster, and Dak Sevak positions. Eligible candidates with a 10th standard qualification can apply online between 31 Jan and 16 Feb 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 29,380 per month, with various allowances. The application fee is Rs. 100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, exempt for female, SC/ST, PwBD, and transwomen. Selection is based on a merit list from 10th marks, with tie‑breaking rules, followed by physical verification, provisional engagement, and final order after training and verification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Department of Posts, Ministry of Communication, Government of India
- Qualification
- 10th Standard (SSE) with passing marks in Mathematics and English
Important Dates
| One-Time Registration Start | 31/01/2026 |
| One-Time Registration End | 14/02/2026 |
| Application Submission Start | 02/02/2026 |
| Application Submission End | 16/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs) |
| Correction Window Start | 18/02/2026 |
| Correction Window End | 19/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs) |
| Engagement Process Close | 30/06/2026 |
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Selection Process
Candidates are shortlisted based on a merit list derived from 10th standard marks (converted to percentage with 4 decimal accuracy). Tie-breaking follows DOB (older first) and category priority (ST trans-woman, ST female, SC trans-woman, SC female, OBC trans-woman, OBC female, EWS trans-woman, EWS female, UR trans-woman, UR female). Shortlisted candidates receive SMS/email notifications. Physical verification of documents is conducted within 15 days of shortlisting. An offer of provisional engagement is issued immediately upon successful verification. Candidates must complete pre-engagement formalities within 30 days, including a 3‑day basic training and, for BPM posts, arrangement of accommodation. Final order of engagement follows receipt of verification reports and antecedent police reports.
How to Apply
Register online (One‑Time Registration) using a valid mobile number and email address., Log in with the generated registration number and password., Fill out the online application form with personal, educational, division, and post preference details., Upload a recent photograph (JPG/JPEG, 30–100 KB, 320×400 px) and signature (JPG/JPEG, 20–100 KB, 300×120 px)., Preview the application and submit it before the closing time., Pay the application fee (Rs. 100 for General/OBC/EWS; exempt for female, SC/ST, PwBD, and transwomen) via online payment., Submit the application well before 17:00 hrs on 16/02/2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
One-Time Registration Start: 31/01/2026; One-Time Registration End: 14/02/2026; Application Submission Start: 02/02/2026; Application Submission End: 16/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs); Correction Window Start: 18/02/2026; Correction Window End: 19/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs); Engagement Process Close: 30/06/2026
What is the application fee?
General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 100; Female: Exempt; SC/ST: Exempt; PwBD: Exempt; Transwomen: Exempt
What is the age limit?
Minimum 18 years, maximum 40 years (age relaxation: SC/ST +5 years, OBC +3 years, PwBD +10 years, PwBD+OBC +13 years, PwBD+SC/ST +15 years)
What is the selection process?
Candidates are shortlisted based on a merit list derived from 10th standard marks (converted to percentage with 4 decimal accuracy). Tie-breaking follows DOB (older first) and category priority (ST trans-woman, ST female, SC trans-woman, SC female, OBC trans-woman, OBC female, EWS trans-woman, EWS female, UR trans-woman, UR female). Shortlisted candidates receive SMS/email notifications. Physical verification of documents is conducted within 15 days of shortlisting. An offer of provisional engagement is issued immediately upon successful verification. Candidates must complete pre-engagement formalities within 30 days, including a 3‑day basic training and, for BPM posts, arrangement of accommodation. Final order of engagement follows receipt of verification reports and antecedent police reports.