Overview
India Post has announced a massive recruitment drive for 28,635 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts across India. This is a golden opportunity for candidates who have completed their 10th standard to secure a government job with the Department of Posts under the Ministry of Communication. Applications are being accepted online for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak positions across all states.
Organization: Department of Posts, Ministry of Communication, Government of India
Total Vacancies: 28,635 Posts
Post Type: Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) – Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak
Job Type: Part-time Government Service (4-5 hours per day)
Application Mode: Online only
Official Website: https://indiapost.gov.in
📅 Important Dates
Notification Date: 28th January 2026
Start of Online Application: 31st January 2026
One-Time Registration Deadline: 14th February 2026 (5:00 PM)
Last Date to Apply Online: 16th February 2026 (5:00 PM)
Edit/Correction Window: 18th-19th February 2026 (5:00 PM)
Physical Verification of Documents: Within 15 days from shortlisting
Joining Formalities: Within 30 days from offer of engagement
Engagement Process Closes: 30th June 2026
📍 Vacancy Details
State-wise Distribution of 28,635 Posts:
| State | Total Posts | State | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 3,169 | Punjab | 261 |
| Uttarakhand | 436 | Maharashtra | 3,553 |
| Bihar | 1,344 | North Eastern | 1,014 |
| Chhattisgarh | 1,155 | Odisha | 1,191 |
| Delhi | 37 | Karnataka | 1,022 |
| Rajasthan | 634 | Tamil Nadu | 2,009 |
| Haryana | 270 | Telangana | 608 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 520 | Assam | 639 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 267 | Gujarat | 1,782 |
| Jharkhand | 908 | West Bengal | 2,963 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 2,102 | Andhra Pradesh | 1,060 |
| Kerala | 1,691 |
Category-wise Reservation:
- SC/ST: As per state reservation percentage
- OBC: As per state reservation percentage
- EWS: 10%
- PwBD (Various categories): 1% each
- UR (Unreserved): Balance posts
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Essential Qualification:
- Must have passed Secondary School Examination (10th standard) from a recognized Board of School Education
- Minimum passing marks required in Mathematics and English (studied separately as individual subjects)
- Must have studied the local language at least up to 10th standard from a recognized board
Additional Requirements:
- Knowledge of computers
- Knowledge of cycling
- Adequate means of livelihood (must have another source of income)
- BPM candidates must arrange accommodation for Branch Post Office at their own cost
Special Provisions: Specific provisions apply for Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, and Sikkim regarding local language requirements.
💰 Stipend / Salary Details (per month)
GDS personnel receive Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) with annual increments:
| Post | Monthly TRCA Range |
|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | ₹12,000 to ₹29,380 |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) | ₹10,000 to ₹24,470 |
| Dak Sevak | ₹10,000 to ₹24,470 |
Additional Benefits:
- 3% annual increment on TRCA (subject to conditions)
- Dearness Allowance as per Government of India norms
- GDS Gratuity
- Service Discharge Benefit Scheme (similar to National Pension System)
🎯 Selection Process
Merit-based Selection:
- Candidates will be shortlisted based on a system-generated merit list
- Merit determined by marks obtained in 10th standard (aggregated to 4 decimal points)
- For grade-based marksheets, multiplication factor of 9.5 will be applied
Tie-breaking Criteria:
- Date of Birth (older candidate gets preference)
- Category-wise priority order
Physical Verification:
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification
- Conducted by Divisional/Unit Head where the post is located
- System-generated ‘Offer of provisional engagement’ issued after successful verification
Joining Process:
- Complete pre-engagement formalities within 30 days
- Mandatory 3-day basic training
- BPM candidates must arrange accommodation
- Final engagement order after police verification
⏳ Age Limit
As on 16th February 2026:
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 40 years
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| EWS | No relaxation |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
Note: GDS cannot be retained beyond 65 years of age.
📑 How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Process:
Step 1: One-Time Registration (31 Jan – 14 Feb 2026)
- Visit https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
- Click on “Candidate Login/Register”
- Select “New Candidate Registration”
- Enter and verify Mobile Number and Email ID through OTP
- Provide Board and Year of 10th examination details
- Registration number will be sent to your mobile and email
Step 2: Fill Online Application (2 Feb – 16 Feb 2026)
- Login using Registration Number and Password
- Fill all mandatory fields:
- Personal details
- Educational qualifications
- Division selection
- Post preference (based on eligibility)
- Upload recent photograph (JPG/JPEG, 30-100 KB, 320×400 pixels)
- Upload signature (JPG/JPEG, 20-100 KB, 300×120 pixels)
- Preview application carefully
Step 3: Fee Payment (if applicable)
- Pay ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates
- Fee exempted for: Female, SC/ST, PwBD, and Transwomen
- Payment via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI
Step 4: Final Submission
- Submit application before 16th February 2026, 5:00 PM
- Save/print application for future reference
Important Instructions:
- Only one registration per candidate allowed
- Multiple applications will lead to rejection
- Can apply for multiple posts in ONE Division only
- No document upload required during application (except photo and signature)
- All details must match 10th marksheet exactly
⚙️ Key Documents Required
For Application:
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per specifications)
- Scanned signature (as per specifications)
- Active mobile number (for OTP verification)
- Valid email ID (for OTP verification)
For Document Verification (after shortlisting):
- 10th standard marksheet and certificate
- Date of birth proof
- Local language proficiency proof
- Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Identity proof (Aadhar Card, etc.)
- Address proof
📘 Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://app.indiapost.gov.in/gdscandidate |
| Official Notification | https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement/pdf/descriptive-notification.pdf |
| Official Website | https://indiapost.gov.in |
| Division-wise Vacancy | Available on application portal (Annexure-I) |
💡 Important Points to Remember
- Working Hours: GDS work for minimum 4 hours to maximum 5 hours per day
- Not Regular Employees: GDS are not regular employees; governed by GDS (Conduct and Engagement) Rules, 2020
- Additional Income Required: Must have adequate means of livelihood apart from GDS allowances
- BPM Accommodation: BPM candidates must arrange their own accommodation for Branch Post Office
- No Past Service Credit: Previous experience will not be considered for selection
- Police Verification: Final engagement subject to satisfactory police verification
- Single Application: Apply for posts in only ONE Division
- No Re-application: Fee once paid is non-refundable
Note: This is an excellent opportunity for 10th pass candidates to work with India Post. Make sure to apply before the deadline and keep all documents ready for verification. Good luck!
