The Department of Posts (India Post) has officially released the notification for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026. This massive recruitment drive aims to fill 28,636 vacancies (some sources report up to 28,740) for the roles of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak across 23 postal circles in India.

India Post Gramin Dak Sevak


​This is a golden opportunity for 10th-pass candidates seeking a government career, as selection is based entirely on merit with no written examination.

​📅 Important Dates

Event

Date

Notification Released

January 30/31, 2026

Registration Start Date

January 31, 2026

Apply Online Start Date

February 2, 2026

Last Date for Registration

February 14, 2026 (5:00 PM)

Last Date to Submit Application & Fee

February 16, 2026 (5:00 PM)

Application Correction Window

February 18 – 19, 2026

1st Merit List Release (Expected)

February 28, 2026

📍 Vacancy Details (28,636 Total)

​Vacancies are distributed across various postal circles. Some of the major circles include:

  • ​Uttar Pradesh: 3,169
  • ​West Bengal: 2,982
  • ​Maharashtra: 3,553
  • ​Tamil Nadu: 2,009
  • ​Bihar: 1,347
  • ​Gujarat: 1,830
  • ​(Check the official website for a full circle-wise breakdown)

Eligibility Criteria

  1. ​Educational Qualification:
    • ​Must have passed 10th Standard (Matriculation) from a recognized board.
    • ​Mandatory Subjects: Mathematics and English must have been studied as elective or compulsory subjects.
    • ​Local Language: The candidate must have studied the local language of the applied circle at least up to 10th standard.
  2. ​Age Limit (as of the last date of application):
    • ​Minimum: 18 Years
    • ​Maximum: 40 Years
    • ​Relaxation: SC/ST (+5 years), OBC (+3 years), PwBD (up to +15 years).
  1. Other Requirements:
    • ​Knowledge of computer operations.
    • ​Ability to ride a bicycle.
    • ​Adequate means of livelihood.

Salary Structure (TRCA)

  • ​Branch Postmaster (BPM): ₹12,000 – ₹29,380
  • ​ABPM / Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 – ₹24,470

​📝 Selection Process

​There is no entrance exam. Selection is done through an automated merit list generated based on the marks obtained in the 10th Standard. Marks are calculated up to four decimal places. In case of a tie, older candidates and reserved categories (in a specific order) are given preference.

How to Apply

  1. ​Registration: Visit the official portal indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
  2. ​Fee Payment: A fee of ₹100 is applicable for General/OBC/EWS/Male candidates. SC/ST, PwD, and all Female candidates are exempted from the fee.
  3. ​Fill Application: Log in using your Registration Number, select your circle, and fill in your details and post preferences.
  4. ​Upload Documents: Upload a recent photograph (up to 50kb) and signature (up to 20kb) in JPG/JPEG format.
  5. ​Submit: Review all details carefully and submit the form.

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