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JOIN NOWIndia Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Schedule-II Notification Out, Eligibility, Dates & Selection Process
The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India, has officially released the detailed notification for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II (July 2026). Eligible candidates across India can submit online applications for the vacant posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevaks across various postal circles and divisions.
This engagement drive offers thousands of 10th-pass candidates a secure career pathway in the postal network. The recruitment involves zero written examination, and final selections are made purely through an automated, merit-based system derived from Class 10 board results.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Key Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications |
| Notification Number | No. 17-12/2026-GDS |
| Designations | Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak |
| Minimum Qualification | 10th Standard (Matriculation) Pass with English & Mathematics |
| Selection Mode | 10th Marks Merit-Based (No Written Exam / No Interview) |
| Application Portal | indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement |
Important Dates & Official Schedule
| Event / Activity | Important Timeline |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | 20th August 2026 |
| Online One-Time Registration (OTR) Starts | 31st August 2026 |
| Last Date for One-Time Registration | 19th September 2026 (Up to 17:00 Hrs) |
| Online Application Submission & Fee Payment | 02nd September 2026 to 21st September 2026 (Up to 17:00 Hrs) |
| Application Correction / Edit Window | 23rd September 2026 to 24th September 2026 (Up to 17:00 Hrs) |
| Engagement Process Closure Date | 31st December 2026 |
Salary Structure: Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA)
Gramin Dak Sevaks receive monthly emoluments calculated in the form of Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA), along with applicable Dearness Allowance (DA) and standard annual increments of 3%:
| Designation | Basic TRCA Slab | Daily Working Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | Rs. 12,000/- to Rs. 29,380/- | 4 to 5 Hours per day |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) / Dak Sevak | Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 24,470/- | 4 to 5 Hours per day |
Note: Selected GDS personnel are holders of Civil Posts outside the regular Civil Services framework of the Union. GDS employees are entitled to social security benefits, including GDS Gratuity and the Service Discharge Benefit Scheme (SDBS).
Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit & Category Relaxation
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years (calculated as on the closing date of applications)
- Age Relaxations:
- SC / ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- EWS: No Age Relaxation (10% reservation applicable)
- PwBD: 10 Years (PwBD + OBC: 13 Years, PwBD + SC/ST: 15 Years)
2. Educational & Compulsory Qualifications
- Secondary School Examination (SSE / 10th Class) Pass Certificate from any recognized Board with passing marks in Mathematics and English.
- Compulsory Local Language: The candidate must have studied the official local language of the applied Postal Circle/Division up to at least the 10th standard.
- Basic Computer Knowledge: Candidates must be computer literate to handle online portal and IPPB operations.
- Knowledge of Cycling: Ability to ride a bicycle or operate a two-wheeler for mail conveyance and delivery duties.
- Adequate Means of Livelihood: A mandatory undertaking stating that the candidate possesses an alternative source of income to support their family.
Post Profiles & Branch Office Requirements
• Branch Postmaster (BPM): Involves overall operational management of the Branch Post Office (BO), India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) operations, customer service, marketing of postal schemes, and conveyance management. Selected BPMs must arrange branch post office accommodation in the village at their own cost before joining.
• Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM): Handles door-to-door mail conveyance and delivery, sale of postage stamps/stationery, IPPB counter transactions, and assists the BPM in running daily operations.
• Dak Sevak: Assigned to Post Offices, Sorting Offices, Mail Transit Centers, and Delivery Units for mail bag sorting, parcel handling, stamp sales, and counter assistance.
Merit Calculation & Selection Criteria
The selection is strictly automated and prepared through a centralized system-generated merit list:
- Marks Basis: Marks obtained in the 10th standard across all compulsory subjects are converted to percentage calculated to 4 decimal places.
- Grade/Point System Conversion: For mark sheets having grades or Grade Points (GP/CGPA), a standard multiplication factor of 9.5 is applied by the system (e.g., Grade Point 10 = 95%, Grade Point 9 = 85.5%).
- Tie-Breaking Rule: In cases where two or more candidates obtain identical aggregate scores, priority is determined based on date of birth (older candidate ranked higher) followed by an established demographic priority sequence (ST Female/Trans-woman > SC Female/Trans-woman > OBC Female/Trans-woman > EWS > UR > ST Male > SC Male > OBC Male > EWS Male > UR Male).
Application Fee & Document Upload Guidelines
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS Male Candidates | Rs. 100/- |
| All Female Candidates, SC, ST, PwBD, Transwomen | Exempted (NIL) |
Image Upload Specifications
- Recent Passport Photograph: JPG/JPEG format, file size between 30 KB and 100 KB, recommended resolution 320×400 pixels, plain white/light background.
- Signature: JPG/JPEG format, file size between 20 KB and 100 KB, recommended resolution 300×120 pixels, signed with black or blue pen on plain white paper.
Step-by-Step Online Application Process
- Visit the official portal at indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
- Click on New Candidate Registration and verify your active mobile number and email ID using OTP.
- Fill in your basic personal credentials, Class 10 board roll number, passing year, and generate your login password.
- Log in using your unique Registration Number and proceed to the Apply Online section.
- Select your preferred Postal Circle and target Division, fill in subject-wise marks, and set post preferences based on your local language qualification.
- Upload clear scanned copies of your recent photograph and signature as per prescribed specifications.
- Review the detailed application preview, pay the online fee (if applicable), and submit your application before the closing deadline of 21st September 2026 (17:00 Hrs).
Important Links & Official Portals
| Direct Link Title | Link / Action |
|---|---|
| GDS Online Engagement Portal | Click Here to Register & Apply |
| Department of Posts Official Website | www.indiapost.gov.in |
Pro Candidate Tip: Make sure your Class 10 marksheet is linked with your DigiLocker account, as India Post verifies academic credentials online via API Setu during the document verification stage.
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