The Department of Posts has officially announced the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026, opening a major employment opportunity for candidates who have passed Class 10. According to the newly released GDS Notification 2026, a total of 28,740 vacancies will be filled across multiple postal circles in India.

This recruitment drive aims to appoint eligible candidates to the posts of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM). The online registration process will begin on January 31, 2026, and interested applicants must submit their applications within the prescribed timeline.

Eligibility Criteria for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

Candidates applying under the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 must have passed Class 10th from a recognized board. Mathematics and English should be compulsory subjects. Applicants must also have knowledge of the local language of the postal circle they are applying for. Basic computer knowledge is considered an additional requirement.

There is no written examination for this recruitment. Selection will be done purely on the basis of merit, calculated from Class 10 marks.

Important Dates Mentioned in GDS Notification 2026

• Online Registration Start Date: January 31, 2026

• Last Date to Apply: February 14, 2026

• Last Date for Fee Payment: February 16, 2026

• Application Correction Window: February 18 to February 19, 2026

• Merit List Release: Expected by the end of February 2026

Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

Application Fee Details

For the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026, the application fee is ₹100 for General and OBC category candidates. Female candidates and those belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories are exempted from paying the application fee.

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How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official India Post GDS portal. The application process includes registration, filling out personal and educational details, uploading required documents, and paying the application fee (if applicable). After submission, candidates should download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

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Official Website – indiapostgdsonline.gov.in

Selection Process

As per the GDS Notification 2026, there will be no written exam or interview. The selection list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in Class 10. Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification before final appointment.