India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Gramin Dak Sevak

Organization: Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India

Post Names: Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) / Branch Postmaster (BPM) / Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)

Total Vacancies: ≈ 28,740 (circle-wise details released)

Important Dates

• Notification & Registration Start: 31 January 2026
• Online Application Start: 31 Jan / 02 Feb 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 14 February 2026 (5:00 PM)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 16 February 2026
• Application Correction: 18–19 February 2026

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online (UPI, Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking)

Age Limit (as on 01 Jan 2026)

Minimum: 18 years
Maximum: 40 years
Age relaxation as per Govt rules

Educational Qualification

1. 10th Pass (Matriculation) with Mathematics & English
2. Knowledge of local language of the applied Postal Circle
3. Basic computer knowledge desirable

Salary (TRCA)

How to Apply

1. Go to official website: https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in/
2. Register with mobile & email
3. Fill application form
4. Upload photo, signature & documents
5. Pay