India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 23,757 Vacancies (Schedule-II, July Cycle)

The Department of Posts, operating under the Ministry of Communications, Government of India, has officially released the comprehensive notification for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II (July 2026).

This nationwide recruitment drive invites online applications from eligible 10th-standard-passed candidates to fill 23,757 tentative vacancies for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak roles across 23 postal circles pan-India. The One-Time Registration (OTR) window commences on 31st August 2026, and online application submissions run from 2nd September to 21st September 2026.

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Recruiting Organization	Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Govt. of India
Engagement Cycle	GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II (July 2026)
Post Designations	Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), & Dak Sevak
Total Openings	23,757 Vacancies
Job Location / Deployment	Rural Branch Post Offices and Sub-Offices across 23 Postal Circles
Selection Mode	Merit-Based (Calculated on Class 10th marks up to 4 decimal places — No Written Exam)
Application Mode	Online Only (via official portal)
Official Website Portal	indiapostgdsonline.gov.in

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Notification Release Date	27th August 2026
One-Time Registration (OTR) Start Date	31st August 2026
One-Time Registration (OTR) Closing Date	19th September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Online Application & Fee Submission Start Date	2nd September 2026
Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment	21st September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Application Correction Window	23rd September to 24th September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Age & Eligibility Cut-off Reference Date	21st September 2026

Circle-Wise Vacancy Distribution Matrix

The 23,757 vacancies are distributed across various postal circles and local language requirements:

Postal Circle	Primary Local Language	Vacancy Count
Maharashtra	Marathi / Konkani	2,431
Tamil Nadu	Tamil	2,118
Uttar Pradesh	Hindi	1,691
West Bengal	Bengali / Nepali	1,619
Madhya Pradesh	Hindi	1,450
Jharkhand	Hindi	1,379
Kerala	Malayalam	1,373
North Eastern	English / Hindi / Regional	1,354 (Excluding sub-regions)
Odisha	Oriya	1,353
Karnataka	Kannada	1,116
Bihar	Hindi	1,098
Rajasthan	Hindi	1,009
Andhra Pradesh	Telugu	917
Chhattisgarh	Hindi	762
Gujarat	Gujarati	499
Uttarakhand	Hindi	452
Telangana	Telugu	419
Assam	Assamese / Bengali / Bodo	414
Jammu & Kashmir	Hindi / Urdu	340
Himachal Pradesh	Hindi	335
Punjab	Punjabi / English / Hindi	122
Haryana	Hindi	87
Delhi	Hindi	16
Total Openings	—	23,757 Posts

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

1. Age Limit Parameters (As on 21st September 2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years (for unreserved and EWS candidates)
• Upper Age Relaxations:
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years (up to 43 years)
  • SC / ST: 5 Years (up to 45 years)
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years (with further stacking for reserved categories)

2. Educational Qualifications & Technical Standards

• Secondary School Examination (Class 10): Must have passed Class 10 with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognized Board of School Education.
• Mandatory Local Language Proficiency: Must have studied the designated local language of the respective postal circle at least up to the 10th standard.
• Other Core Requirements:
  • Basic computer knowledge and certification.
  • Cycling proficiency (ability to ride a bicycle is mandatory).
  • An active DigiLocker account linked for seamless educational certificate verification.

Salary Structure & Allowances (TRCA)

GDS employees receive a Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) along with applicable Dearness Allowance (DA) and a 3% annual increment structure:

Post Designation	TRCA Pay Scale Range	Working Hours
Branch Postmaster (BPM)	₹12,000 – ₹29,380/- per month	4 to 5 Hours Daily
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) / Dak Sevak	₹10,000 – ₹24,470/- per month	4 to 5 Hours Daily

Selection Process & Merit Formulation

1. No Written Examination: Selections are executed completely on an automated merit-based mechanism.
2. Merit Calculation: The system-generated merit list is derived directly from the percentage of aggregate marks secured in the Class 10th standard Board Examination, calculated down to four decimal places.
3. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are summoned for physical document verification at designated divisional headquarters, where original mark sheets, community certificates, and DigiLocker validation checks are finalized.

Application Fee Structure

• Male Applicants (UR, OBC, EWS): ₹100/- per chosen postal circle.
• Female Candidates, SC, ST, PwBD, and Transwomen: Nil (Fully exempted from application fees).

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Navigate to the official India Post GDS engagement website at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR): Register between 31st August and 19th September 2026 using a valid, active mobile number and email ID (verified via OTP) to generate your permanent registration credentials.
3. Fill Online Application Form: Log in with your registration number starting 2nd September 2026, fill in your personal data, educational records, and select your preferred postal divisions/offices.
4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph and signature. Ensure your DigiLocker documents are synchronized.
5. Pay Application Fee: Remit the ₹100 fee online via net banking, UPI, or debit/credit card (if applicable).
6. Final Submission & Printout: Submit the application form and print a copy of the confirmation receipt for future tracking.

🔗 India Post GDS Official Engagement Portal

🔗 Direct Link for One-Time Registration & Online Application Form

📄 Download India Post GDS Schedule-II Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for India Post GDS Schedule-II Recruitment 2026?

A: The online application portal closes on 21st September 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Q2: How many total vacancies are announced under this notification?

A: A total of 23,757 tentative vacancies have been notified across 23 postal circles nationwide.

Q3: Is there any written examination for GDS selection?

A: No, there is no written test; selections are based entirely on a system-generated merit list calculated from Class 10th board examination scores.

Q4: What is the age limit for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?

A: Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as of 21st September 2026, with admissible age relaxations for reserved categories.

Q5: Are female candidates required to pay the application fee?

A: No, female candidates, SC, ST, PwBD, and transwomen applicants are completely exempted from paying the application fee.