India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Apply for 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak Posts
ABPM / Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 – ₹24,470/month
(TRCA + applicable Dearness Allowance)
Job Description & Details
The Department of Post, India Post has released a fresh notification for the recruitment of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026. A total of 23,757 vacancies are up for grabs across postal circles in India. Interested and eligible candidates can complete One-Time Registration and apply online before the deadlines listed below. (Advt. No.: 17-12/2026)
India Post GDS 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| One-Time Registration Start | 31 August 2026 |
| One-Time Registration Last Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 2 September 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Correction Window | 23–24 September 2026 |
| Merit List | To be announced |
Application Fee
- General / OBC: ₹100
- SC / ST / PwD: No fee
- All Category Female Candidates: No fee
Payment can be made online through debit card, credit card, net banking, IMPS, or mobile wallet.
Age Limit (as on 21 September 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Age relaxation applicable to reserved categories as per government rules.
Total Vacancy: 23,757 Posts
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 10,640 |
| EWS | 2,160 |
| OBC | 4,433 |
| SC | 3,082 |
| ST | 2,773 |
| PWD-A | 192 |
| PWD-B | 227 |
| PWD-C | 178 |
| PWD-DE | 72 |
Circle-wise Vacancy (Selected States)
| State/Circle | Local Language | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 1,691 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1,098 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 1,450 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 1,009 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani/Marathi | 2,431 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2,118 |
| West Bengal | Bengali/Hindi/English/Nepali | 1,762 |
| North Eastern Circle | Bengali/Hindi/English/Manipuri/Mizo | 2,504 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1,373 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1,116 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 1,353 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 1,379 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 917 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 762 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 499 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 419 |
| Assam | Assamese/Bengali/Bodo/Hindi/English | 414 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Hindi/Urdu | 340 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 335 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 452 |
| Punjab | Punjabi/English/Hindi | 122 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 87 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 16 |
(Refer to the official circle-wise notification for the complete state and division-level breakup.)
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) with Mathematics and English, and must know the local language of the area applied for. Refer to the official notification for detailed subject and language requirements.
Selection Process
Selection for GDS posts is made through:
- Merit List (based on Class 10 marks)
- Document Verification
- Final Selection
There is no written examination or interview for this recruitment.
How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official India Post GDS portal.
- Complete One-Time Registration if not already registered.
- Log in and fill out the online application form with correct details.
- Choose your preferred circle, division, and post office in order of preference.
- Upload required documents including Class 10 marksheet.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) online.
- Submit the form before 21 September 2026 and keep a printout for future reference.
Important Links
- Apply Online: Official India Post GDS application portal
- One-Time Registration: Available on the GDS portal
- Circle-wise Notification: Available on India Post's official website
- Official Detailed Notification: Available on India Post's official website
- Official Website: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
FAQs
Q1. When did the online application for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 start? It started on 2 September 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply? The last date for online application is 21 September 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for GDS Recruitment 2026? The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 40 years as on 21 September 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories.
Q4. What is the eligibility for GDS Vacancy 2026? Candidates must have passed Class 10 with Mathematics and English, and must know the local language.
Q5. How many total posts are available? A total of 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak posts are available across circles.
Q6. What is the official website for India Post GDS? The official website is indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
Disclaimer: This information is compiled for candidate convenience. Please verify all dates, fees, vacancy numbers, and eligibility details on the official India Post GDS website before applying.