India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 (Schedule-II): Apply Online for BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak Posts

The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, has released the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 notification for the second engagement cycle of the year — GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026 — under Notification No. 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20 August 2026. This recruitment covers Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts across three categories: Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak, at post offices across postal Circles and Divisions in India.

Candidates who have passed Class 10 (Secondary School Examination) with Mathematics and English, and who meet the local-language condition for their chosen division, can apply online. There is no written examination or interview — selection is based entirely on a merit list prepared from Class 10 marks. Online registration begins on 31 August 2026.

Note: As of this notification, the Department of Posts has not released a total or circle-wise vacancy count for Schedule-II. Division-wise vacancy positions will be published separately on the official portal once registration opens. Candidates should not rely on unconfirmed vacancy figures circulating elsewhere until the official count is published.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

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Application Fee

A fee of Rs. 100 is applicable per Division chosen by the candidate, and this single fee covers all posts applied for within that Division.

Fee Exemption:

• Female applicants — exempted
• SC/ST candidates — exempted
• PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) candidates — exempted
• Transgender women — exempted

The fee, once paid, is not refunded under any circumstances. Payment must be made online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI within the application window.

Vacancy Details

The Schedule-II descriptive notification does not carry a total or circle-wise vacancy count. As per the official notification, the Department of Posts will publish the division-wise vacancy position separately on the GDS Online Engagement Portal once registration is live. Candidates are advised to check the portal directly after 31 August 2026 for the exact number of posts available in their preferred Division before finalising their application.

Eligibility Criteria

Class 10 (Secondary School Examination) pass with passing marks in Mathematics and English, from a Board recognised by the Central or a State Government. The candidate must also have studied the local language prescribed for the chosen post office at least up to Class 10 level. The local language requirement varies by Circle and Division; candidates should verify the applicable language for their chosen Division before applying.

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Age Limit

18 to 40 years, calculated as on 21 September 2026 (the closing date for online applications).

Age Relaxation

Experience Requirement

Not Mentioned in the Official Notification.

Other Conditions

• Basic knowledge of computers
• Ability to cycle
• An independent source of income besides the TRCA, since GDS engagement involves only 4–5 hours of work per day

Post-wise Eligibility

The educational qualification, age limit, and local-language condition are the same for BPM, ABPM, and Dak Sevak posts. The one post-specific condition is for Branch Postmaster (BPM): a selected BPM candidate is responsible for arranging accommodation for the Branch Post Office in the allotted village, in addition to meeting the standard eligibility conditions applicable to all three posts.

Salary / Pay Scale

GDS staff also receive Dearness Allowance on TRCA, GDS Gratuity, and coverage under the Service Discharge Benefit Scheme. GDS posts are civil posts but are not regular Central Government posts; their service conditions are governed separately by the GDS (Conduct and Engagement) Rules, 2020.

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Selection Process

There is no written examination and no interview for this recruitment. Selection follows these stages, in order:

• A system-generated merit list is prepared from Class 10 marks (or, where a board issues only grades, marks derived using the Department’s conversion formula), calculated up to four decimal places.
• Where marks are tied, priority goes first to the candidate with the older date of birth, followed by a fixed category-and-gender order set by the Department.
• Shortlisted candidates are informed by SMS and email and must report to the Divisional/Unit Head within 15 days for physical document verification.
• On successful verification, a system-generated Offer of Provisional Engagement is issued on the spot.
• The candidate then has 30 days to complete joining formalities, including three days of basic training; BPM-post candidates must also arrange accommodation for the Branch Post Office.

How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

• Visit the GDS Online Engagement Portal at indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement and complete One-Time Registration using an active mobile number and email ID, both verified by OTP.
• Note the Registration Number and password sent by SMS.
• Log in and fill in personal details, followed by Class 10 board name, year of passing, and marks obtained.
• Select one Division and rank post preferences from the list the system shows as eligible, based on category, age, PwBD status, and local language studied.
• Upload a recent photograph (320×400 px, 30–100 KB, JPG) and signature (300×120 px, 20–100 KB, JPG) in the prescribed format.
• Preview the application form carefully, pay the applicable fee (if not exempted), and submit.
• Use the correction window (23–24 September 2026) only if a genuine error needs fixing; a resubmitted application replaces the earlier one entirely.

Documents Required

The following documents are needed only at the time of physical document verification, not at the time of applying:

• Class 10 mark sheet
• Identity proof and date-of-birth proof
• Caste/category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), where claimed
• PwBD certificate, where applicable
• Transgender certificate, where applicable
• Medical certificate from a Government hospital or dispensary (compulsory for all candidates)
• Local language proficiency certificate — only for candidates in Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, or Sikkim who have not formally studied the local language up to Class 10

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Important Links

• Apply Online: Click here
• Official Notification PDF: Click here
• Official Website: Click here

Important Instructions

• No written examination, skill test, or interview is conducted at any stage of this recruitment; selection is entirely merit-based on Class 10 marks.
• The local language requirement differs by Circle and Division; candidates must confirm the applicable language for their chosen Division from the official notification before applying.
• Special language provisions apply in Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, and Sikkim for candidates who have not formally studied the local language up to Class 10 — proficiency can instead be certified by the notified state authority.
• Reserved-category candidates (SC/ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD) must hold the prescribed certificate at the time of physical verification; EWS candidates get no age relaxation.
• The application fee is non-refundable once paid.
• Candidates should rely only on the official notification and portal for vacancy numbers, as the total count has not been released with this Schedule-II notification.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Schedule-II?

Online applications close on 21 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM at indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement. A separate correction window is available on 23–24 September 2026.

2. How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?

The total number of vacancies has not been released with this Schedule-II notification. The Department of Posts will publish the division-wise vacancy position separately on the portal once registration opens.

3. Is there a written exam for GDS Recruitment 2026?

No. Selection is entirely through a merit list prepared from Class 10 marks. There is no written test, skill test, or interview at any stage.

4. What is the age limit for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on 21 September 2026, with age relaxation available for SC/ST, OBC, and PwBD categories as per Government of India rules.

5. What is the application fee for GDS Recruitment 2026?

Rs. 100 per Division chosen. Female applicants, SC/ST candidates, PwBD candidates, and transgender women are exempted from the fee.

6. What is the salary of GDS BPM and ABPM in India Post?

BPM is paid a Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) of Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 29,380 per month. ABPM and Dak Sevak are paid Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470 per month, with a 3% annual increase and Dearness Allowance on top.

7. Can a GDS employee move to a regular postal job later?

This detail is not part of the Schedule-II recruitment notification and is not covered in this article to avoid unverified claims. Candidates should refer to official Department of Posts service rules for career progression information.

8. Where can I apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?

Applications must be submitted online only, through the GDS Online Engagement Portal at indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement. No offline or paper applications are accepted.

Disclaimer

This article is based on the official India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Schedule-II notification (No. 17-12/2026-GDS, dated 20 August 2026) available on the Department of Posts’ GDS Online Engagement Portal. Details such as total vacancies, exact division-wise posts, and result dates were not available in the notification at the time of writing and have been marked accordingly. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details from the official notification and portal before applying, as this article is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee employment or selection.