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India Post GDS Online Form 2026: Apply for 28,740+ Vacancies
| Apply online for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026. Over 28,740 vacancies for BPM, ABPM, and Dak Sevak. Eligibility: 10th pass, Age 18-40. Selection is purely merit-based (No Exam). Check important dates, salary, and step-by-step apply process here. |
India Post GDS Online Form 2026 : Important Dates
| Event | Tentative Date |
| Notification Release Date | 28th January 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 31st January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14th February 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16th February 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 18th – 19th February 2026 |
| Merit List Release Date | 28th February 2026 |
India Post GDS Online Form 2026 : Age Limit (As of Notification Date)
| Category | Age Limit |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| SC / ST Relaxation | 5 Years |
| OBC Relaxation | 3 Years |
| PwD Relaxation | 10 to 15 Years |
India Post GDS Online Form 2026 : Vacancy Details (Tentative)
| Post Name | Estimated Vacancies |
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | ~8,000 |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) | ~12,000 |
| Dak Sevak | ~8,740 |
| Total Vacancies | 28,740+ |
Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution (Expected)
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies | Role Responsibility |
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | ~8,500 | In-charge of the Gram Panchayat Post Office; manages IPPB transactions. |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) | ~11,500 | Assists the BPM and handles the sale of stamps/stationery. |
| Dak Sevak | ~8,740 | Responsible for the actual door-to-door delivery of mail and parcels. |
| Total | 28,740+ | Nationwide Recruitment |
Circle-Wise Tentative Vacancy Table
| Circle (State) | Expected Vacancies | Local Language Requirement |
| Uttar Pradesh | 3,169 | Hindi |
| Maharashtra | 3,553 | Marathi |
| West Bengal | 2,982 | Bengali/Hindi/English/Nepali |
| Madhya Pradesh | 2,120 | Hindi |
| Tamil Nadu | 2,009 | Tamil |
| Gujarat | 1,830 | Gujarati |
| Kerala | 1,691 | Malayalam |
| Bihar | 1,347 | Hindi |
| Andhra Pradesh | 1,060 | Telugu |
| Karnataka | 1,023 | Kannada |
| Odisha | 1,191 | Odia |
| North East | 1,014 | Local Dialects/English |
| Jharkhand | 908 | Hindi |
| Assam | 639 | Assamese/Bodo/Bengali |
| Rajasthan | 634 | Hindi |
| Telangana | 609 | Telugu |
| Himachal Pradesh | 520 | Hindi |
| Uttarakhand | 445 | Hindi |
| Chhattisgarh | 1,155 | Hindi |
| Haryana | 270 | Hindi |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 267 | Urdu/Hindi |
| Punjab | 262 | Punjabi |
| Delhi | 42 | Hindi |
India Post GDS Online Form 2026 : Selection Process
| Stage | Process |
| Phase 1: Merit List | Automatically generated based on 10th Class Marks (up to 4 decimals). |
| Phase 2: DV | Shortlisted candidates undergo Document Verification by the authority. |
| Final Step | Medical Examination and Appointment Letter issuance. |
India Post GDS Online Form 2026 : Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female | Exempted (No Fee) |
India Post GDS Online Form 2026 : Salary Structure (Monthly TRCA)
| Post Name | Level 1 (4 Hours) | Level 2 (5 Hours) |
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | ₹12,000 | ₹14,500 |
| ABPM / Dak Sevak | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Registration: Visit the [suspicious link removed] and enter your name, mobile number, and email to get a Registration ID.
Fee Payment: Pay the fee of ₹100 online (if applicable).
Fill Application Form: Login using your Registration ID and select your Circle/Division.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and 10th marksheet.
Submit & Print: Verify all details, submit the form, and download the PDF for future reference.
Important Links Table
Event | Date /Important Link |
Official Notification | |
Online Application Link | |
Official Website | |
Online Application Start Date | 31.01.2026 |
Last Date for Online Application | 14.02.2026 |
FAQs
Q: Is there any exam for India Post GDS?
No, the selection is purely based on 10th-grade merit.
Q: Can I apply for multiple circles?
No, you can only apply for one Division within a single selected Circle.
Q: Is a computer certificate mandatory?
Yes, a basic computer training certificate of at least 60 days is generally required.
Syllabus
Since there is no written exam, there is no traditional competitive syllabus. However, the candidate is expected to have a strong foundation in:
Mathematics: 10th-level arithmetic and basic calculations.
English: Basic grammar and reading comprehension.
Local Language: High proficiency in reading and writing the regional language.
How to Prepare
Check Past Cut-offs: Look at the previous year’s cut-off marks for your specific circle to estimate your chances.
Document Readiness: Ensure your 10th marksheet, Caste Certificate, and Computer Certificate are updated.
Preference Selection: Research divisions with higher vacancy counts to increase your selection probability.