India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

Last Date : 16 February 2026

Short Information: India Post Department has released the official notification for the recruitment of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), BPM and ABPM posts for the year 2026. Candidates who have passed Class 10th (Matric) from a recognized board are eligible to apply. A total of more than 28,636 vacancies have been announced across various postal circles in India. The online application process will start from 05 January 2026 and continue till 14 February 2026. Candidates are advised to read the complete notification carefully regarding eligibility, age limit, selection process, merit list and pay scale before applying online.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Important Dates Notification Released: 03 January 2026 Application Begin: 31 January 2026 Last Date for Apply: 14 February 2026 Exam Fee Last Date: 16 February 2026 Correction Last Date: 18 - 19 February 2026 Merit List: Notify Soon Result Available: Notify Soon	Application Fee Gen / OBC: ₹ 100/- SC / ST / PH: ₹ 0/- All Female Candidates: ₹ 0/- Payment Mode: Online Mode (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) * No fee for reserved and female candidates.

Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)	Total Post
18 - 40 Years Age relaxation as per India Post GDS recruitment rules.	28,636 Post

India Post GDS 2026
Post Name	Total Post
Gramin Dak Sevak (BPM/ABPM)	28,636 Post

Eligibility Criteria: Candidates must have passed Class 10th (Matric) with Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects. Knowledge of local language and basic computer knowledge is required.

How To Fill India Post GDS Online Form 2026

Step 1: Visit the official India Post GDS website.
Step 2: Complete registration using mobile number and email ID.
Step 3: Fill personal, educational and postal circle details carefully.
Step 4: Upload required documents including photo and signature.
Step 5: Pay application fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
Step 6: Take a printout of final submitted application form.

SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS
Online Registration Form	Click Here
Check Official Notification	Click Here
India Post GDS Official Website	Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Question: When will India Post GDS 2026 application start? Answer: The online application will begin from 05 January 2026.

Question: What is the total vacancy? Answer: There are more than 30,000 vacancies across India.

Question: What is the qualification for GDS? Answer: Candidates must pass Class 10th with Maths and English.

Question: Is there any written exam? Answer: No, selection is based on 10th class merit list.

Question: What is the age limit? Answer: Minimum 18 years and maximum 40 years.

Question: Is computer knowledge required? Answer: Yes, basic computer knowledge is mandatory.

Question: What is the application fee? Answer: ₹100 for General/OBC and free for SC/ST/Female candidates.

Question: How will selection be done? Answer: Selection will be done on the basis of automatic merit generation system.