India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights
| Particulars |
Details |
| Organization |
Department of Posts (India Post) |
| Engagement Scheme |
GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026 |
| Designations |
Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) & Dak Sevak |
| Total Vacancies |
23,759 Posts across India |
| Vacancies in Assam Circle |
414 Posts |
| North Eastern Circle |
2,614 Posts |
| Pay Scale / TRCA Slab |
BPM: Rs. 12,000/- to Rs. 29,380/- per month
ABPM / Dak Sevak: Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 24,470/- per month
|
| Educational Qualification |
Class 10th (Matriculation) pass with passing marks in Mathematics & English + Compulsory knowledge of local language |
| Age Limit |
18 to 40 years as on 21.09.2026 (Statutory age relaxations applicable) |
| Selection Process |
Direct 100% Merit List based on Class 10 marks (No exam/interview) |
| Application Fee |
Rs. 100/- for Male (UR/OBC/EWS); Exempted for Female, SC, ST & PwD |
| Application Mode |
Online Only |
| Official Portal |
indiapost.gov.in |
State / Circle-Wise Vacancy Breakup
| Postal Circle |
Total Vacancies |
Postal Circle |
Total Vacancies |
| Andhra Pradesh |
918 |
Assam |
414 |
| Bihar |
1,099 |
Chhattisgarh |
762 |
| Delhi |
16 |
Gujarat |
499 |
| Haryana |
87 |
Himachal Pradesh |
335 |
| Jammu & Kashmir |
340 |
Jharkhand |
1,379 |
| Karnataka |
1,116 |
Kerala |
1,373 |
| Madhya Pradesh |
1,450 |
Maharashtra |
2,431 |
| North Eastern |
2,614 |
Odisha |
1,353 |
| Punjab |
122 |
Rajasthan |
1,009 |
| Tamil Nadu |
2,118 |
Telangana |
419 |
| Uttar Pradesh |
2,504 |
Uttarakhand |
636 |
| West Bengal |
545 |
Total Vacancies |
23,759 |
Eligibility Criteria & Requirements
- Secondary School Examination (10th Standard): Candidates must have passed the 10th standard exam with passing marks in Mathematics and English conducted by any recognized Board of School Education.
- Compulsory Knowledge of Local Language: The candidate should have studied the local language (e.g., Assamese, Bengali, or Bodo for Assam Circle) at least up to 10th standard.
- Computer Knowledge: Basic computer training course certificate of at least 60 days duration from a recognized computer training institute (relaxed if computer was studied as a subject in school/college).
- Cycling Knowledge: Knowledge of cycling is a prerequisite condition for all GDS posts (use of motorcycle/scooter also treated as knowledge of cycling).
Age Limit & Relaxations
Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on 21st September 2026. Permissible relaxations in upper age limit are as follows:
| Category |
Age Relaxation |
| Schedule Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) |
5 Years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) |
3 Years |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) |
No Relaxation |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) |
10 Years |
| PwBD + OBC |
13 Years |
| PwBD + SC/ST |
15 Years |
Selection Methodology
Selection will be purely based on the system-generated merit list prepared on the basis of marks obtained in 10th standard approved boards to 4 decimal places. No weightage will be given for higher educational qualifications.
Application Fee
- UR / OBC / EWS Male Candidates: Rs. 100/-
- All Female Candidates, SC, ST, PwBD, and Transwomen: NIL (Exempted)
- Payment Mode: Online through debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Online Registration Start Date |
2nd September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Submission |
21st September 2026 |
| Application Correction Window |
22nd to 24th September 2026 |
| Declaration of Merit List / Results |
October 2026 |
Important Official Web Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – India Post GDS 2026
What is the minimum qualification for India Post GDS recruitment?
Candidates must have passed the Class 10 (Secondary School Examination) with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognized Board.
Is there any written test or interview for GDS recruitment?
No, there is neither an exam nor an interview. Selection is made 100% on the basis of merit of marks obtained in the Class 10 board examination.
What is the salary/remuneration for Branch Postmaster (BPM)?
Branch Postmasters receive a monthly TRCA slab ranging between Rs. 12,000/- and Rs. 29,380/- per month plus applicable DA and allowances.
What is the application fee for female candidates?
All female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are completely exempt from paying any application fee.
