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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: The Department of Posts (India Post), Ministry of Communication, has released the official notification for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026. A Big recruitment drive for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 has been Released to fill 28,740 vacancies for the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevaks across various postal circles in India.

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Salary (TRCA) | India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

GDS employees are paid Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA).

BPM (Branch Postmaster): ₹ 12,000/- to ₹ 29,380/-
ABPM / Dak Sevak: ₹ 10,000/- to ₹ 24,470/-

Eligibility Criteria | India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

1. Educational Qualification

Secondary School Examination (10th Std) Pass: Candidates must have passed the 10th standard with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognized Board.
Local Language: The candidate must have studied the local language (of the applied Circle) at least up to the 10th Standard.

2. Age Limit (As on 16/02/2026)

Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 40 Years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwD: 10 Years
- EWS: No Relaxation
Other Requirements
- Knowledge of Computers.
- Knowledge of Cycling.
- Adequate means of livelihood.
💸 Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 100/-
- Female / SC / ST / PwD / Transwomen: Exempted (No Fee)
📝 Selection Process | India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
- Merit Based: Selection will be made based on a system-generated merit list calculated from the marks obtained in the 10th Standard (SSC).
- No Exam: There will be no written examination or interview.
- Grading System: For boards giving grades/points, a multiplication factor of 9.5 will be used to calculate marks (e.g., A1 Grade = 10 Points = 95 Marks).

How to Apply

Visit the official portal: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
Registration: Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) using your Mobile Number and Email ID.
Fee Payment: Pay the application fee of ₹100 (if applicable).
Apply Online: Fill out the application form, select the Division, and exercise preferences for the posts.
Upload Documents: Upload a recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
Submit: Preview the application and click “Submit”. Take a printout for reference.