India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 (Schedule-II): BPM, ABPM, Dak Sevak Online Form

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Important Dates

Candidates must complete One-Time Registration before submitting the online application. Applicants should avoid waiting until the last date for registration or fee payment.

India Post GDS Vacancy 2026

The notification does not provide a single consolidated all-India vacancy figure. GDS vacancies are available Circle-wise and Division-wise.

Candidates should check the official GDS portal for the exact number of vacancies, Post ID, category, TRCA, Account Office and prescribed local language for the Division in which they want to apply.

Post Details

Branch Postmaster (BPM)

BPM is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Branch Post Office, IPPB services and marketing of Department products. Selected BPM candidates must arrange accommodation for the Branch Post Office and reside in the same village where the office is located.

Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)

ABPM assists the BPM and performs duties such as sale of stamps and stationery, mail delivery, IPPB transactions and other assigned postal activities.

Dak Sevak

Dak Sevaks may work in Post Offices, Sorting Offices, Mail Offices, Transit Mail Offices or Delivery Centres and perform mail, delivery, bag-handling and IPPB-related duties as assigned.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Candidate must have passed Class 10 (Secondary School Examination) from a recognised Board.
• Passing marks in Mathematics and English are required.
• The prescribed local language must have been studied up to at least Class 10.

Other Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of computers.
• Ability to ride a bicycle.
• Candidate must have another adequate source of livelihood besides the GDS allowance.

Age Limit

Age will be calculated as on the last date of submission of the online application.

Age Relaxation

SC/ST: 5 Years | OBC: 3 Years | PwBD: 10 Years | PwBD + OBC: 13 Years | PwBD + SC/ST: 15 Years. EWS: No Relaxation.

Application Fee

The application fee is non-refundable. Applicable candidates can pay the fee online through debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.

India Post GDS TRCA / Emoluments

Gramin Dak Sevaks are not regular employees of the Department or Central Government. They receive Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) along with applicable allowances and benefits.

Selection Process

• The merit list is calculated up to 4 decimal places.
• If actual marks are shown on the marksheet, those marks must be entered.
• If only grades/points are available, they are converted according to the prescribed system.
• Candidates should not enter converted grades when their marksheet contains actual marks.
• In case of a tie, the prescribed date-of-birth and category/gender preference rules will apply.

Documents / Details Required

During Online Application

No certificates are required to be uploaded during the online application. Candidates need to upload:

• Recent photograph – JPG/JPEG, 30–100 KB
• Scanned signature – JPG/JPEG, 20–100 KB

At Physical Verification

Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce original documents along with two self-attested photocopies, including:

• Class 10 marksheet
• Identity proof
• Caste certificate, if applicable
• PwBD certificate, if applicable
• EWS certificate, if applicable
• Transgender certificate, if applicable
• Date of birth proof
• Medical certificate from Government hospital/dispensary/PHC
• Local/tribal language certificate where applicable

How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official India Post GDS Online Engagement Portal.
2. Complete One-Time Registration using a valid mobile number and email ID.
3. Log in using your registration details.
4. Enter personal and Class 10 educational details carefully.
5. Select the Division and give your preferred post choices.
6. Upload the prescribed photograph and signature.
7. Preview all entered details before final submission.
8. Pay the application fee if applicable.
9. Submit the application and keep a copy for future reference.

Important Links

Important Instructions Before Applying

• Only one registration is permitted per candidate.
• Check Class 10 marks and subject details carefully before submission.
• Name, parents' names and date of birth should match the Class 10 certificate.
• Only photograph and signature are uploaded at the application stage.
• The application fee, once paid, is non-refundable.
• There is no written examination for GDS selection.
• Candidates should carefully arrange their post preferences because only one eligible post will ultimately be offered according to the applicable preference rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the qualification for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must have passed Class 10 with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognised Board and must have studied the prescribed local language up to Class 10.

What is the age limit for India Post GDS 2026?

The basic age limit is 18 to 40 years. Applicable reserved-category candidates receive upper-age relaxation according to the recruitment rules.

Is there a written exam for India Post GDS?

No. Selection is based on a system-generated merit list prepared from Class 10 marks/percentage.

What is the application fee?

The fee is ₹100 per Division for applicable candidates. Female, SC/ST, PwBD and Transwomen applicants are exempted.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date for online application submission and fee payment is 21 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.

What is the TRCA for India Post GDS?

The initial TRCA slab is ₹12,000–₹29,380 for BPM and ₹10,000–₹24,470 for ABPM/Dak Sevak.

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