India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 –  Gramin Dak Sevak Schedule-II July 2026 Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Selection Process & Apply Online

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India has released the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026 notification. The recruitment is for engagement to the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak in different offices of India Post.

The notification is issued as Notification No. 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20 August 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official GDS Online Engagement Portal. The notification states that division-wise vacancy details are available through the portal.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The registration window is from 31 August 2026 to 19 September 2026, while submission of online applications and fee payment is available from 2 September 2026 to 21 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

India Post GDS Vacancy 2026

The recruitment notification covers vacancies for Gramin Dak Sevak posts, namely:

1. Branch Postmaster (BPM)
2. Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
3. Dak Sevak

The notification’s Annexure-I provides the vacancy-position format division-wise, including the office, Post ID, TRCA, account/record office, language and PIN code. The community-wise vacancy details include categories such as UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwBD. The notification specifically states that the division-wise vacancy position will be available on the GDS Online Engagement Portal.

Post-Wise Details

The notification specifies the initial TRCA slabs as ₹12,000–₹29,380 for BPM and ₹10,000–₹24,470 for ABPM/Dak Sevak.

Important: Since the uploaded notification directs candidates to the portal for the division-wise vacancy position, do not publish an invented total vacancy figure in the WordPress article. Instead, add the exact vacancy count after checking the live vacancy list on the official GDS portal.

India Post GDS Job Profile

1. Branch Postmaster (BPM)

The BPM is responsible for the day-to-day functioning of the Branch Post Office and India Post Payments Bank services. In single-handed Branch Offices, the BPM has overall responsibility for smooth functioning, including mail conveyance and delivery.

The BPM may also perform ABPM duties whenever required. A selected BPM must arrange accommodation for running the Branch Post Office at their own cost and is required to reside in the post village where the Branch Office functions.

2. Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)

The ABPM performs duties including sale of stamps and stationery, conveyance and doorstep delivery of mail, IPPB transactions and assisting the BPM in postal operations.

ABPMs may also be required to perform BPM duties when ordered or when a BPM is unavailable. They are required to reside within the delivery jurisdiction of the concerned Branch Office.

3. Dak Sevak

Dak Sevaks may work in Post Offices, Sorting Offices, Mail Offices, Transit Mail Offices and Delivery Centres.

Their duties can include handling mail and parcels, doorstep delivery, postal transactions, mail-bag handling, transhipment of bags and assisting Post Office officials in day-to-day operations.

India Post GDS Salary 2026

GDS employees are paid Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA). The notification states that TRCA carries an annual increase of 3%, subject to the conditions prescribed under the GDS Rules. GDS employees are also entitled to Dearness Allowance and certain other allowances/social-security benefits, including GDS Gratuity and the Service Discharge Benefit Scheme.

TRCA Pay Details

• BPM: ₹12,000 to ₹29,380
• ABPM/Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 to ₹24,470

Candidates should note that GDS are not regular Central Government employees, and their emoluments and entitlements are not at par with regular Central Government employees. They are governed by the GDS (Conduct and Engagement) Rules, 2020.

India Post GDS Eligibility Criteria 2026

Age Limit

Candidates must satisfy the following age criteria:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 40 years

Age is calculated as on the last date of submission of applications.

Age Relaxation

These relaxations are specified in the recruitment notification.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed the Secondary School Examination (Class 10) from a recognised Board of School Education in India.

The candidate must have passing marks in Mathematics and English. Equivalent qualifications from other boards are not eligible according to the notification.

Candidates must also have studied the local language concerned up to Class 10. The post-wise local-language requirements are provided in Annexure-III of the notification.

Other Qualifications

Candidates should also have:

• Knowledge of computers
• Knowledge of cycling
• Adequate means of livelihood

These requirements are specifically mentioned under the notification’s other qualifications.

There are special local-language provisions for states such as Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Sikkim and Nagaland, so applicants from these areas should carefully read the applicable provisions before submitting the application.

India Post GDS Selection Process 2026

One of the major attractions of GDS recruitment is that the notification provides for selection through a system-generated merit list rather than a conventional written examination.

The merit list is prepared using the marks obtained in the Class 10 Secondary School Examination, with marks/grades converted according to the procedure prescribed by the Department. The percentage is calculated to an accuracy of four decimal places.

For candidates whose marksheets contain grades/points, the notification provides a 9.5 multiplication factor for grade-to-mark conversion in applicable cases. Where CGPA is available, it may also be converted by multiplying the CGPA by 9.5 as prescribed.

Selection Stages

Step 1: Online registration
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Step 2: Online application and post preference
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Step 3: System-generated merit list
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Step 4: Physical verification of original documents
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Step 5: Provisional engagement offer
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Step 6: Pre-engagement formalities/training
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Step 7: Provisional/final engagement after required verification

Shortlisted candidates are informed through SMS/email, but the Department advises candidates to regularly visit the GDS portal because non-receipt of SMS/email due to technical reasons is not the Department’s responsibility.

India Post GDS Application Fee 2026

The application fee is ₹100 for applicable candidates.

However, the fee is exempted for:

• All female applicants
• SC applicants
• ST applicants
• PwBD applicants
• Transwomen applicants

Eligible candidates can pay online using recognised credit/debit cards, net banking or UPI. The notification states that the fee once paid will not be refunded.

Candidates who have to pay the fee should ensure that payment is successfully completed by the closing date and time. Pending or incomplete fee payment after the deadline can result in rejection.

Important Dates

The correction window is provided for two days after the application closing date.

How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

Candidates can apply online only through the official GDS Online Engagement Portal. Applications submitted through other modes will not be accepted.

Step-by-Step Process

1. Visit the official GDS portal

Open the India Post GDS Online Engagement Portal.

2. Complete One-Time Registration

Enter your active mobile number and email ID and verify them through OTP.

3. Enter personal details

Enter your name, date of birth, father’s/guardian’s name, mother’s name, community and other details.

4. Generate Registration Number

After successful registration, a registration number will be generated and communicated to the registered mobile number/email ID.

5. Login

Use your registration number and password to access the application.

6. Enter educational details

Select the relevant board, year of passing and Class 10 marks/details.

7. Select Division and Post Preferences

Eligible posts will be displayed according to factors such as community, age, PwD status and local language. Candidates should carefully arrange their preferences.

8. Upload photograph and signature

Upload the recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.

9. Preview the application

Check every detail carefully before final submission.

10. Pay the fee, if applicable

Candidates who are not exempted must complete the ₹100 payment.

11. Submit the application

Complete final submission before 5:00 PM on 21 September 2026.

Only one registration per candidate is permitted. Multiple or duplicate registrations/applications are strictly prohibited and can lead to cancellation.

Documents Required for GDS Document Verification

Candidates generally do not have to upload all supporting documents with the initial application. However, shortlisted candidates have to produce original documents and two sets of self-attested photocopies during physical verification.

Important documents include:

• Class 10 marksheet
• Identity proof
• Caste certificate, wherever applicable
• PwBD certificate, wherever applicable
• EWS certificate, wherever applicable
• Transgender certificate, wherever applicable
• Date of Birth proof
• Medical certificate from a Government Hospital/Government Dispensary/Government Primary Health Centre
• Applicable local/tribal language proficiency certificate

The notification specifically states that shortlisted candidates have to attend physical verification with the required original documents and photocopies.

Important Links

The India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Schedule-II is an important opportunity for candidates who have passed Class 10 and are looking for an engagement opportunity with the Department of Posts. The recruitment covers BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak positions, with selection based on a system-generated merit list prepared primarily from Class 10 marks.

Candidates should not wait until the final day to register or submit the application. First complete the One-Time Registration, carefully enter Class 10 details, select the appropriate division and post preferences, upload the required photograph and signature, and complete fee payment wherever applicable.

The last date to submit the online application and fee is 21 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM, while the correction window is scheduled for 23 and 24 September 2026.

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