Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications
India Post GDS Online Form 2026
GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026 – 23,757 Posts
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Important Dates
- Notification Date: 20/08/2026
- User Registration Begin: 31/08/2026
- Last Date for Registration: 19/09/2026 up to 05:00 PM
- Online Application Begin: 02/09/2026
- Last Date for Apply Online & Fee Payment: 21/09/2026 up to 05:00 PM
- Application Correction Window: 23/09/2026 to 24/09/2026 up to 05:00 PM
- First Merit List / Result: As per Schedule
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Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹100/-
- SC / ST Candidates: ₹0/-
- PwBD Candidates: ₹0/-
- All Female Candidates: ₹0/-
- Transwomen Candidates: ₹0/-
- Payment Mode: Online
- Pay the application fee through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI, as applicable.
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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age is calculated as on: 21/09/2026
- SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years upper age relaxation.
- OBC Candidates: 3 Years upper age relaxation.
- PwBD Candidates: 10 Years upper age relaxation.
- PwBD + OBC Candidates: 13 Years upper age relaxation.
- PwBD + SC / ST Candidates: 15 Years upper age relaxation.
- EWS Candidates: No separate age relaxation.
- Other age relaxation will be applicable as per Department of Posts rules.
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India Post GDS Vacancy 2026
Post-wise Vacancy and Eligibility Details
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| Post Name |
Vacancy / Eligibility Details |
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) |
- Total vacancies are included within the overall 23,757 posts.
- Pay / TRCA: ₹12,000 – ₹29,380
- Qualification: 10th Pass with Mathematics and English.
- Local language of the concerned Postal Circle must have been studied up to Class 10.
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| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) |
- Total vacancies are included within the overall 23,757 posts.
- Pay / TRCA: ₹10,000 – ₹24,470
- Qualification: 10th Pass with Mathematics and English.
- Local language of the concerned Postal Circle must have been studied up to Class 10.
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| Dak Sevak |
- Total vacancies are included within the overall 23,757 posts.
- Pay / TRCA: ₹10,000 – ₹24,470
- Qualification: 10th Pass with Mathematics and English.
- Local language of the concerned Postal Circle must have been studied up to Class 10.
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| Educational Qualification |
Candidates must have passed the Secondary School Examination (Class 10) from a recognised Board.
- Mathematics should be one of the subjects studied in Class 10.
- English should be one of the subjects studied in Class 10.
- The candidate must have studied the prescribed local language / regional language of the concerned Postal Circle up to Class 10.
- Basic computer knowledge is required as prescribed by the GDS engagement rules.
- The candidate should be able to ride a bicycle / two-wheeler for performing the required duties.
Note: Candidates should check the Circle-wise local language and detailed eligibility conditions in the official notification before applying.
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| Other Eligibility Conditions |
- Candidate must be a citizen of India.
- Only one registration is permitted per candidate for this engagement schedule.
- Previous GDS registration numbers are not valid for Schedule-II, July-2026; candidates must register afresh.
- Candidates should have knowledge of computer operation as required for GDS duties.
- Candidates should have adequate means of livelihood as prescribed under the GDS engagement conditions.
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Total Vacancy: 23,757 Posts
India Post GDS Schedule-II, July-2026 includes a total of 23,757 vacancies for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak posts across different Postal Circles and Divisions in India.
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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
- Preparation of Merit List based on marks / grades obtained in the Class 10 Secondary School Examination.
- System-generated merit is prepared using the marks entered and verified against the candidate's Class 10 records.
- No Written Examination is conducted for GDS selection.
- No Interview is conducted for GDS selection.
- Physical Verification of Original Documents.
- System-generated offer of provisional engagement for selected candidates.
- Completion of pre-engagement formalities and training as prescribed.
- Final engagement after verification of documents and other required conditions.
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How to Apply Online for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official India Post GDS Online Engagement portal.
- Open the GDS Online Engagement – Schedule-II, July-2026 section.
- Complete the fresh User Registration between 31/08/2026 and 19/09/2026.
- Enter your name, mobile number, email ID and other required registration details correctly.
- Log in using the registration details.
- Fill in your address, Class 10 marks / grades and other required information.
- Select the eligible Postal Circle / Division and available post preferences.
- Upload the recent photograph, signature and other documents as required.
- Pay the application fee of ₹100/-, if applicable.
- Review all details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application between 02/09/2026 and 21/09/2026.
- Save or print the final submitted application for future reference.
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Important Instructions for Candidates
- The last date for User Registration is 19/09/2026 up to 05:00 PM.
- The last date for online application and fee payment is 21/09/2026 up to 05:00 PM.
- Candidates must register afresh for Schedule-II, July-2026.
- Registration numbers generated in previous GDS schedules will not be valid for this recruitment cycle.
- Only one registration is permitted per candidate.
- Enter Class 10 marks / grades exactly as mentioned in the original marks memo.
- Incorrect marks, false information or duplicate registration can result in cancellation of candidature.
- Keep your registered mobile number and email ID active throughout the engagement process.
- Choose post preferences carefully because available posts are displayed according to candidate eligibility.
- Check the official India Post portal regularly for merit lists, document verification and engagement updates.
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Interested Candidates Can Read the Full Notification Before Apply Online.
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Some Useful Important Links
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Apply Online
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Download Notification
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Circle-wise Posts Notified
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Official Website
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