India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – 23,757 Vacancies
India Post, Department of Posts, Government of India, has released the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026. A total of 23,757 GDS vacancies are available across India. Eligible 10th-pass candidates can apply online.
📌 Job Details
| Organization | India Post – Department of Posts |
| Posts | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak |
| Total Vacancies | 23,757 |
| Qualification | 10th / Secondary School Examination |
| Experience | Not Required |
| Age Limit | 18–40 Years |
| Job Location | Various Postal Circles Across India |
| Selection Process | Merit Based on 10th Marks |
| Application Mode | Online |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10th standard from a recognized board.
- Mathematics and English should have been studied in the 10th standard.
- Candidates must have studied the relevant local language up to at least 10th standard.
- Age should be between 18 and 40 years, subject to applicable relaxations.
- No prior work experience is required.
💼 Available Posts
- Branch Postmaster (BPM)
- Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
- Dak Sevak
📅 Important Dates
| One-Time Registration Starts | 31 August 2026 |
| Registration Last Date | 19 September 2026 – 5:00 PM |
| Application Submission Starts | 2 September 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 21 September 2026 – 5:00 PM |
| Correction Window | 23–24 September 2026 |
💰 Salary / Allowance
The engagement is governed by the Gramin Dak Sevaks (Conduct and Engagement) Rules. The Department of Posts states that GDS positions are not regular Central Government employee posts and their emoluments and service conditions differ from regular Central Government employees.
📝 Selection Process
Selection is based on a merit list prepared from candidates’ Class 10 marks. There is no regular written examination or interview for the GDS selection process.
📍 Job Location
Selected candidates will be engaged at Branch Post Offices and other designated locations across the respective postal circles in India.
📝 How to Apply
Eligible candidates must first complete the One-Time Registration and then submit the online application through the official India Post GDS portal.
Application Mode: Online
Registration Last Date: 19 September 2026, 5:00 PM
Application Last Date: 21 September 2026, 5:00 PM
Official Application Portal:
Click Here to Apply Online
⚠️ Important Note
Candidates must register afresh for the July 2026 Schedule-II recruitment. Previous GDS registration numbers are not valid for this cycle. Candidates should apply only through the official India Post portal and should be alert to fraudulent calls, messages or requests for money.
Official Organization: India Post, Department of Posts, Government of India
Total Vacancies: 23,757
Application Last Date: 21 September 2026