India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak Posts

India Post (Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications) has released the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment Notification for the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website of India Post.


📌 Important Dates

  • Application Start Date : 30 January 2026

  • Last Date to Apply Online : 14 February 2026

  • Last Date for Fee Payment : 16 February 2026

  • Correction Window : 17 February 2026 - 18 February 2026

  • Result Date : No Exam , Only Merit


📌 Application Fee

  • General / OBC / EWS : ₹100/-

  • SC / ST / PH / Female Candidates : ₹0/- (Nil)

  • Payment Mode : Online / Post Office Payment


📌 Age Limit (as on Notification Date)

  • Minimum Age : 18 Years

  • Maximum Age : 40 Years

  • Age Relaxation : As per India Post GDS Recruitment Rules


📌 Educational Qualification

  • Candidate must have passed Class 10th (High School) from a recognized board.

  • Mathematics and English must be compulsory subjects in Class 10.

  • Knowledge of local language is mandatory.

  • Basic computer knowledge required.


📌 Post Details

Post Name              Total Posts
Branch Postmaster (BPM)   
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)              28635 Post
Dak Sevak

📌 Salary / Pay Scale

  • BPM : ₹12,000 – ₹29,380 per month

  • ABPM / Dak Sevak : ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 per month


📌 Selection Process

  • Merit Based on Class 10th Marks

  • No Written Exam

  • Document Verification

  • Medical Examination


📌 How to Apply Online

  1. Visit the official website of India Post.

  2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR).

  3. Login and fill the online application form.

  4. Upload required documents.

  5. Pay the application fee (if applicable).

  6. Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.


📌 Required Documents

  • 10th Marksheet

  • Aadhaar Card

  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)

  • Domicile Certificate

  • Passport Size Photograph

  • Signature


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📌 Important Note

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. All details such as vacancies, eligibility, and dates are subject to change as per India Post rules.