The Department of Posts (India Post) has released the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 notification for 28,740 vacancies nationwide, offering a great government job opportunity for 10th pass candidates in rural and urban postal services.
डाक विभाग (India Post) ने इंडिया पोस्ट ग्रामीण डाक सेवक (GDS) भर्ती 2026 की आधिकारिक अधिसूचना जारी कर दी है। इसके तहत देशभर में 28,740 पदों पर भर्ती की जाएगी। यह भर्ती 10वीं पास उम्मीदवारों के लिए ग्रामीण व शहरी डाक सेवाओं में सरकारी नौकरी पाने का शानदार मौका है।
📌 Key Highlights
- Organization: Department of Posts, Government of India
- Recruitment Name: India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
- Total Vacancies: 28,740 (GDS, BPM, ABPM)
- Official Website: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
🗓 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 31 January 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 February 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 16 February 2026 |
| Correction Window | 18–19 February 2026 |
| Merit List Release | Late February / March 2026 (Expected) |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
📌 Educational Qualification
- Must have passed Class 10 (Secondary School) from a recognized board.
- Must have studied and passed local language up to 10th standard.
📌 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government norms (SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories).
📄 Posts & Job Roles
| Post Name | Primary Role |
|---|---|
| Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) | Mail delivery and postal duties in rural/urban areas |
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | Manage branch post office operations |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) | Assist BPM in postal tasks |
📍 State / Postal Circle Wise Vacancies – GDS 2026
| State / Circle | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 1,060 |
| Assam | 639 |
| Bihar | 1,347 |
| Chhattisgarh | 1,155 |
| Delhi | 42 |
| Gujarat | 1,830 |
| Haryana | 270 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 520 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 267 |
| Jharkhand | 908 |
| Karnataka | 1,023 |
| Kerala | 1,691 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 2,120 |
| Maharashtra | 3,553 |
| North Eastern Circle | 1,014 |
| Odisha | 1,191 |
| Punjab | 282 |
| Rajasthan | 634 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2,009 |
| Telangana | 609 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 3,169 |
| Uttarakhand | 445 |
| West Bengal | 2,982 |
| Total Posts | 28,740 |
📌 This distribution covers all major postal circles in India where the recruitment will be conducted.
💰 Salary & Benefits
- GDS & ABPM: Approx ₹10,000 – ₹24,470/month
- BPM: Approx ₹12,000 – ₹29,380/month
- Allowances: As per postal norms and government rules.
🧾 Selection Process
- Selection is based on a merit list prepared using Class 10 marks.
- No written examination or interview is conducted.
📝 How to Apply
- Visit indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
- Click on GDS Recruitment 2026 – Online Registration.
- Register with a valid mobile number and email.
- Fill in personal and academic details.
- Upload photograph, signature & documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit and download the confirmation.
📌 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female | Nil |
🌐 Official Application Link
👉 indiapostgdsonline.gov.in – Apply Online (Active from 31 Jan 2026)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: When does India Post GDS 2026 online application start?
➡️ Applications start on 31 January 2026.
Q2: What is the last date to apply?
➡️ Last date to apply is 14 February 2026.
Q3: What is the minimum qualification?
➡️ Candidates must be 10th pass with local language knowledge.
Q4: Is there any exam for GDS recruitment?
➡️ No written exam or interview; selection is merit-based only.
Q5: How to apply for India Post GDS 2026?
➡️ Apply online through indiapostgdsonline.gov.in