India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 28740 Posts

India Post has released the notification for GDS Recruitment 2026 to fill 28,740 vacancies of Gramin Dak Sevak (BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak) across 23 postal circles. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website within the prescribed dates.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	India Post
Name of Recruitment	Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026
Name of Posts	BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak
Total Vacancies	28,740 Posts
Job Location	Across India
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	indiapostgdsonline.gov.in

About India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

India Post is one of the largest government organizations in India, operating under the Ministry of Communications. Every year, it recruits eligible candidates for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts to strengthen postal services in rural and semi-urban areas.

For the year 2026, India Post has announced 28,740 tentative vacancies for the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak. Selection will be done purely on a merit basis, making this recruitment highly attractive for 10th-pass candidates looking for a stable government job.

Vacancy Details

Name of Post	Number of Vacancies
Branch Postmaster (BPM)	Included
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)	Included
Dak Sevak	Included
Total	28,740 Posts

📌 Post-wise and circle-wise vacancy details will be available in the official notification PDF.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must fulfill the following educational requirements:

• Passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized board
• Must have passed Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects
• Knowledge of local language of the postal circle is mandatory
• Basic knowledge of computer is desirable

Age Limit (as on the last date of application)

Category	Age Limit
Minimum Age	18 Years
Maximum Age	40 Years

Age Relaxation

• SC / ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• PwD: As per Government of India rules

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹100
SC / ST / PwD / Female Candidates	Nil

💡 Fee can be paid online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.

How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

Follow the steps below to apply online:

1. Visit the official website – indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
2. Complete Registration using a valid mobile number and email ID
3. Login using registration credentials
4. Fill in the online application form carefully
5. Upload required documents and photograph
6. Pay the application fee (if applicable)
7. Submit the form and take a printout for future reference

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	31 January 2026
Online Application Start Date	31 January 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	14 February 2026
Merit List Release	28 February 2026

Important Links

Description	Link
Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?

👉 A total of 28,740 vacancies are announced for BPM, ABPM, and Dak Sevak posts.

Q2. What is the minimum qualification for GDS posts?

👉 Candidates must have passed Class 10 with Mathematics and English from a recognized board.

Q3. Is there any written exam for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?

👉 No. Selection is done purely on the basis of Class 10 merit.

Q4. What is the age limit for applying to GDS posts?

👉 The age limit is 18 to 40 years, with relaxation for reserved categories.