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Department of Posts, Government of India
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
Schedule-II, July 2026 – GDS / BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak
Application Closed – First Merit List Released
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Important Dates
- Notification: August 2026
- Registration Begin: 31/08/2026
- Registration Last Date: 19/09/2026, 5:00 PM
- Online Apply Begin: 02/09/2026
- Last Date to Apply: 21/09/2026, 5:00 PM
- Correction Window: 23/09/2026 to 24/09/2026
- First Merit List: Published – October 2026
- Document Verification: As per official instructions
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Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS Male: ₹100/-
- Female Candidates: No Fee
- SC / ST Candidates: No Fee
- Trans-woman Candidates: No Fee
- PwD Candidates: Check official fee instructions
- Payment Mode: Online
Important: Fee once paid, not refundable. Check official notification for category exemption.
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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Overview
- Organization: Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications
- Recruitment: Gramin Dak Sevak Online Engagement
- Schedule: Schedule-II, July 2026
- Notification Number: 17-12/2026-GDS
- Total Vacancies: Reported as 23,757; check official circle-wise vacancy list
- Posts: Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak
- Qualification: 10th Class Pass
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Location: Across India, including Andhra Pradesh
- Recruitment Status: Application closed
- Official Website: India Post GDS Portal
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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age Calculation Date: As per official notification
- SC / ST Relaxation: As per rules
- OBC Relaxation: As per rules
- PwD Relaxation: As per rules
Note: Confirm age cut-off date and category-wise relaxation in the official notification.
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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
Post-wise Vacancy Information
| S.No. |
Post Name |
Job Profile |
| 1 |
Branch Postmaster (BPM) |
Branch Post Office operations, postal services, India Post Payments Bank related work |
| 2 |
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) |
Mail delivery, postal transactions, assisting BPM, other assigned duties |
| 3 |
Dak Sevak |
Mail handling, delivery, sorting and other departmental duties |
| Total Vacancies |
Reported 23,757 – confirm official circle-wise list |
Note: Separate vacancy count for each post and Andhra Pradesh Circle, check official Circlewise Posts Notified PDF.
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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Educational Qualification
- 10th Class / Secondary School Examination Pass, recognized board.
- Mathematics and English studied in Class 10.
- Local language studied up to Class 10, as required for selected postal circle.
- Basic computer knowledge required.
- Knowledge of cycling required, as specified in the notification.
- Other eligibility conditions: As per official notification.
Important: No ITI or Degree generally required for GDS posts. 10th marks are important for merit preparation.
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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Salary Details
| Post Name |
Monthly TRCA Slab |
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) |
₹12,000 – ₹29,380 |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) |
₹10,000 – ₹24,470 |
| Dak Sevak |
₹10,000 – ₹24,470 |
Note: TRCA depends on working hours and applicable rules. Check the official notification for current remuneration details.
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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
- Merit List prepared from Class 10 marks / grades.
- No written examination generally conducted.
- Shortlisting based on system-generated merit list.
- Document Verification for shortlisted candidates.
- Final engagement subject to eligibility and document verification.
Current Update: First shortlisted candidates list published. Check official portal for Andhra Pradesh Circle result and further lists.
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How to Check India Post GDS Merit List 2026
- Visit official India Post GDS Online Engagement portal.
- Open the Schedule-II, July-2026 shortlisted candidates section.
- Select Andhra Pradesh Circle, for Andhra Pradesh candidates.
- Open the published merit list PDF.
- Search Registration Number or candidate details in the PDF.
- Check document verification instructions and reporting deadline.
- Keep 10th marks memo, identity proof and required certificates ready.
- Follow only official instructions for verification.
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Important Instructions for Candidates
- Online application window already closed on 21/09/2026.
- Fresh applications not available under this closed schedule.
- First merit list now published on official portal.
- Check Andhra Pradesh Circle-wise shortlisted candidate PDF.
- Keep registration details safe.
- Do not share OTP or pay money to unofficial agents.
- Department communication uses official India Post domains.
- GDS engagement terms are different from regular Central Government employee service conditions.
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Candidates Can Check Official Merit List and Notification Below
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Some Useful Important Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 last date?
21 September 2026, 5:00 PM. Application closed.
2. India Post GDS qualification?
10th Class pass with required subjects, local language and other eligibility conditions.
3. Is GDS application open now?
No. Schedule-II July-2026 application window closed.
4. India Post GDS merit list released?
Yes. First shortlisted candidates list published on official portal.
5. Where to check Andhra Pradesh GDS result?
Visit the official India Post GDS portal and open the Schedule-II shortlisted candidates section.
6. Is there a written exam?
Selection generally based on Class 10 marks merit list; document verification after shortlisting.
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Disclaimer: Job information for quick reference only. Official notification and India Post portal final for eligibility, vacancies, fees, dates, salary and selection. Verify before taking any action.
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