India Post GDS Online Form 2026 (23,757 Posts) – Apply Online, Last Date 21 Septembe

India Post India Post GDS Online Form 2026 23,757 Posts – BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak Apply Online
Important Dates Notification Date: 20 August 2026 One-Time Registration Start Date: 31 August 2026 One-Time Registration Last Date: 19 September 2026 at 5:00 PM Online Application Start Date: 02 September 2026 Online Application Last Date: 21 September 2026 at 5:00 PM Fee Payment Last Date: 21 September 2026 at 5:00 PM Edit / Correction Window: 23 September to 24 September 2026 at 5:00 PM Merit List: To Be Announced	Application Fee General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/- Female Candidates: Exempted SC / ST Candidates: Exempted PwBD Candidates: Exempted Trans-Women Candidates: Exempted Fee Payment Mode: Online Fee once paid will not be refunded.
Age Limit Minimum Age: 18 Years Maximum Age: 40 Years Age Calculation: As on the last date of online application submission. Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 Years, OBC – 3 Years, PwBD – 10 Years. Additional relaxation for PwBD candidates belonging to OBC/SC/ST categories as per India Post rules.
Vacancy Post-wise Vacancy and Eligibility Details
Post Name	Vacancy / Eligibility Details
Branch Postmaster (BPM)	Part of total 23,757 Posts. Educational Qualification: 10th pass with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognised board. Local language of the Postal Circle must have been studied up to 10th standard.
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)	Part of total 23,757 Posts. Educational Qualification: 10th pass with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognised board. Local language of the Postal Circle must have been studied up to 10th standard.
Dak Sevak	Part of total 23,757 Posts. Educational Qualification: 10th pass with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognised board. Local language of the Postal Circle must have been studied up to 10th standard.
Computer Knowledge	Basic computer knowledge is required. Candidates should satisfy the computer knowledge condition prescribed in the GDS notification.
Knowledge of Cycling	Knowledge of cycling is required. Knowledge of riding a two-wheeler may also satisfy the cycling condition as prescribed.
Other Source of Income	Selected GDS candidates are required to have an adequate means of livelihood apart from the TRCA/remuneration received from GDS engagement, as per the service conditions.
Total Vacancy: 23,757 Posts Posts include Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak. The exact division-wise vacancy and category-wise vacancy can be checked in the official notification and GDS portal.
Educational Qualification Passed 10th Class / Secondary School Examination from a recognised board. Must have passed Mathematics and English as subjects in Class 10. Must have studied the prescribed local language of the Postal Circle up to 10th standard. Basic computer knowledge is required. Knowledge of cycling is required. Applicants must satisfy all other conditions mentioned in the official GDS notification.
Salary / TRCA BPM: ₹12,000/- to ₹29,380/- per month ABPM / Dak Sevak: ₹10,000/- to ₹24,470/- per month GDS remuneration is paid as Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA). Dearness Allowance and other applicable allowances are provided as per GDS rules. GDS engagement is governed by the Gramin Dak Sevaks (Conduct and Engagement) Rules and is different from regular Central Government employment.
Selection Process No written examination. No interview. Selection is made through a system-generated merit list based mainly on Class 10 marks / grades. Marks are calculated to four decimal places as prescribed by India Post. Eligible candidates are shortlisted for physical verification of original documents. Selected candidates receive a system-generated provisional engagement offer. Pre-engagement formalities and prescribed training are completed. Final engagement is subject to successful verification and fulfillment of all conditions.
Merit List The GDS merit list is prepared using marks obtained in the Secondary School Examination (Class 10). Where grades or points are used, they are converted to marks according to the formula given in the official notification.
Documents Required Class 10 marksheet / certificate. Date of Birth proof. Aadhaar Card / valid ID proof. Recent passport-size photograph. Candidate signature. Caste certificate, where applicable. PwBD certificate, where applicable. Educational and other certificates required during document verification. Other documents as prescribed in the GDS notification.
How to Apply Online Visit the official India Post GDS Online Engagement portal. Click on New Registration. Complete the one-time registration using your mobile number and email ID. Verify the mobile number and email through OTP. Login using the registration number and other required details. Enter Class 10 examination details, board, year of passing and marks. Select the Postal Circle based on the local language and eligibility conditions. Select the preferred division and available GDS posts. Upload your recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format. Pay the ₹100 application fee if applicable. Review all information carefully. Submit the application before 21 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. Download or print the final application for future reference.
How to Check Application Status Visit the official India Post GDS portal. Open the Candidate Login / Application Status section. Enter the registration number and required details. Submit the details. Check the current status of your application.
How to Check GDS Merit List Visit the official India Post GDS Online Engagement portal. Open the Shortlisted Candidates / Merit List section after publication. Select the concerned Postal Circle. Download the PDF merit list. Search your registration number or candidate details in the list. Follow the document verification instructions if shortlisted.
Important Instructions One-time registration for this Schedule-II cycle must be done afresh. Registration numbers generated in previous GDS schedules are not valid for this recruitment cycle. Only one registration is permitted per candidate. Duplicate or multiple registrations can lead to cancellation of candidature. Registration closes on 19 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. Online application and fee payment close on 21 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. Correction window is available on 23 and 24 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM. Mobile number and email ID used during registration cannot be changed after registration. Only photograph and signature need to be uploaded during application; other original documents are checked during physical verification. Keep the registered mobile number and email active throughout the engagement process. BPM candidates have to arrange accommodation for operating the Branch Post Office at their own cost as prescribed. GDS posts are not regular Central Government employee posts and their service conditions are different from regular government employees.
Interested Candidates Can Apply Online for India Post GDS Schedule-II July 2026 Before 21 September 2026 and Read the Full Notification Before Applying.
Important Links
India Post GDS Online Form 2026	Click Here to Apply Online
New GDS Registration	Click Here to Register
Candidate Login	Click Here to Login
GDS Application Status	Click Here to Check Status
GDS Merit List 2026	Click Here to Check Merit List
GDS Notification 2026	Click Here to Download Notification
Circle-wise Vacancy	Click Here to Check Vacancy
India Post Official Website	Click Here