Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026 – Department of Posts
Quick Info
- Qualification
- Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Secondary School Examination (10th standard) with passing marks in Mathematics and English from any recognized Board of School Education. Additionally, applicants should have studied the local language at least up to the 10th standard from a recognized board.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 40 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Vacancies under this Notification
This list may not include all posts.
The Department of Posts, Government of India, has announced the much-awaited Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for various posts. This significant notification offers excellent government job opportunities for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak roles nationwide. Aspiring candidates meeting the eligibility criteria, including 10th pass and local language proficiency, should prepare to apply online for these esteemed Sarkari Naukri positions. This recruitment drive is a golden chance to secure a stable career within the public sector.
- The Department of Posts has officially released the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026 notification for numerous vacancies.
- This major government job opportunity includes roles like Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster, and Dak Sevak across India.
- Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, including 10th pass and local language proficiency, as per official notification.
- The application process for these esteemed Sarkari Naukri positions will be conducted entirely online for convenience.
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Additional Salary Information
GDSs are paid emoluments in the form of Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) with an annual increase of 3%, plus Dearness Allowance. Initial engagement TRCA slabs are Rs.12,000/- to Rs.29,380/- for BPM and Rs.10,000/- to Rs.24,470/- for ABPM/Dak Sevak. Other social security benefits include GDS Gratuity and Service Discharge Benefit Scheme.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on a system-generated merit list.
Merit list prepared based on marks obtained in the 10th standard Secondary School Examination, aggregated to a percentage (up to 4 decimals).
Grades/Points will be converted to marks using a multiplication factor of 9.5 by the system.
In case of a tie, priority will be given based on DOB (older in age) and then category (ST trans-woman, ST female, SC trans-woman, etc.).
Physical verification of original documents by the Engaging Authority (Divisional/Unit Head).
Issuance of 'Offer of provisional engagement' upon successful document verification.
Completion of pre-engagement formalities, including basic training and arrangement of accommodation, within 30 days.
Final order of engagement issued after verification of documents from issuing authorities and antecedent verification by Police Authorities.
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male: ₹100
Female/SC/ST/PwBD/Transwomen: Nil
Reservation
Reservation benefits are available for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/EWS candidates as per Government of India rules.
Candidates must possess a valid certificate in the prescribed format to claim reservation or age relaxation.
EWS candidates are eligible for 10% reservation but receive no upper age limit relaxation.
PwBD categories include Low Vision (LV), Deaf (D), Hard of Hearing (HH), One Arm (OA), One Leg (OL), Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victim, Both Leg (BL), Spinal Infirmity/Deformity, Specific Learning Disability/Intellectual Disability, and Multiple Disabilities, each with 1% reservation.
How to Apply
- Visit the official GDS online engagement portal at https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) using a valid mobile number and email ID to obtain a unique Registration Number.
- Log in with your Registration Number and password to fill out the online application form.
- Provide personal details, educational qualifications (10th standard marks), and select your preferred Division and posts.
- Upload a recent photograph (JPG/JPEG, 30-100 KB, 320x400 pixels) and signature (JPG/JPEG, 20-100 KB, 300x120 pixels) as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee of ₹100 if applicable (exempted for female, SC/ST, PwBD, and Transwomen candidates) through online modes.
- Review all details carefully using the preview option before final submission. An edit/correction window will be available after the closing date for minor rectifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on the last date of application, with relaxations applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years), PwBD+OBC (13 years), and PwBD+SC/ST (15 years).
Selection is based on a system-generated merit list derived from marks obtained in the 10th standard Secondary School Examination. No written examination is conducted; marks are aggregated to a percentage for merit calculation, followed by document verification.
No, Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDSs) are not regular employees of the Department/Central Government. Their service conditions are governed by the Department of Posts, Gramin Dak Sevaks (Conduct and Engagement) Rules, 2020, and they hold Civil Posts outside the civil services of the state.
