Big Opportunity Alert! 10th Pass Apply Online for BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak Posts — Apply Online Before Feb 16

India Post has issued an official notification inviting applications for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts. Eligible and interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official India Post portal. The deadline to complete and submit the application form is 16 February 2026. This article covers complete details of the India Post GDS recruitment, including eligibility conditions, age criteria, pay scale, selection procedure, step-by-step application process, and direct links to the official notification and online application form.

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online (Full Details)

Section	Details
Recruitment Name	India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
Recruiting Authority	India Post
Department	Department of Posts, Ministry of Communication, Government of India
Post Name	Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) – Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak
Notification No.	17-37/2025-GDS (Pt.I)
Application Mode	Online
Official Portal	https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
Application Start Date	31 January 2026
Last Date to Apply	16 February 2026 (up to 17:00 hrs)
Who Can Apply	Candidates who have passed Class 10 (Secondary School Examination)
Selection Method	Merit-based (No Exam)

What Is India Post GDS Recruitment All About?

Overview	Explanation
Purpose of Recruitment	India Post has announced fresh engagement for Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) to strengthen postal services in rural and semi-urban areas across India.
Nature of Job	GDS posts are engagement-based (not regular central government jobs) but offer stable income, social security benefits, and work close to home.
Key Highlight	No written exam – selection is purely based on Class 10 marks.
Vacancies	Division-wise vacancies are listed in Annexure-I on the official portal.

India Post GDS 2026 Vacancy Details

Post Name	Vacancy Status
Branch Postmaster (BPM)	As per Division-wise vacancy (Available on Portal)
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)	As per Division-wise vacancy (Available on Portal)
Dak Sevak	As per Division-wise vacancy (Available on Portal)
Total Vacancies	Announced Division-wise in Annexure-I

Community-wise Reservation Policy

Category	Reservation
Scheduled Caste (SC)	As per State Reservation Rules
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	As per State Reservation Rules
Other Backward Classes (OBC)	As per State Reservation Rules
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	10%
PwBD – Low Vision (LV)	1%
PwBD – Deaf / Hard of Hearing	1%
PwBD – Locomotor / Other Disabilities	1%
Multiple Disabilities	1%
Unreserved (UR)	Remaining Vacancies

Eligibility Criteria for India Post GDS 2026

Educational Qualification

Requirement	Details
Minimum Qualification	Class 10 (Secondary School Examination)
Mandatory Subjects	Mathematics and English
Recognized Board	Any board recognized by Central/State Government
Local Language	Candidate must have studied the local language up to Class 10
Special States	Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, and Sikkim have special local language provisions

Essential Skills

Skill	Requirement
Computer Knowledge	Basic operational knowledge required
Cycling	Must know how to ride a bicycle
Livelihood	Must have an alternative source of income

Desirable Qualities

For BPM Posts	Expectation
Accommodation	Candidate must arrange premises for Branch Post Office at own cost
Rural Readiness	Ability to work in remote/rural areas
Digital Comfort	Ability to use smartphone, laptop, or computer

India Post GDS Salary Structure (TRCA)

Post	Monthly Pay (TRCA)
Branch Postmaster (BPM)	₹12,000 – ₹29,380
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)	₹10,000 – ₹24,470
Dak Sevak	₹10,000 – ₹24,470

Additional Benefits

Benefit	Details
Annual Increment	3% on TRCA
Dearness Allowance	As notified by Government of India
Gratuity	GDS Gratuity applicable
Social Security	Service Discharge Benefit Scheme (similar to NPS)

Age Limit (As on 16 February 2026)

Category	Age Limit
Minimum Age	18 Years
Maximum Age	40 Years

Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation
SC / ST	5 Years
OBC	3 Years
PwBD	10 Years
PwBD + OBC	13 Years
PwBD + SC/ST	15 Years
EWS	No Relaxation

Application Fee Details

Category	Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹100
Female Candidates	Exempted
SC / ST	Exempted
PwBD	Exempted
Transwomen	Exempted
Payment Mode	Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)

Fee once paid is non-refundable.

Important Dates to Remember

Activity	Start Date	End Date
Notification Release	28 January 2026	—
One-Time Registration	31 January 2026	14 February 2026 (17:00 hrs)
Application Submission	02 February 2026	16 February 2026 (17:00 hrs)
Correction Window	18 February 2026	19 February 2026 (17:00 hrs)
Physical Verification	Within 15 days of shortlisting	—
Final Engagement Process Ends	—	30 June 2026

Selection Process – No Exam, Only Merit

Stage	Details
Merit List	Based on Class 10 marks (percentage up to 4 decimals)
CGPA Conversion	CGPA × 9.5
Tie-Breaker	Older age first, then category priority
Intimation	Via SMS & Email
Verification	Physical document verification by Divisional Head
Offer Letter	System-generated provisional engagement
Final Engagement	After police & document verification

General Instructions You Must Know

Rule	Details
Registrations	Only ONE registration allowed
Document Upload	Only photo & signature at application stage
Employment Type	GDS are not regular govt employees
Working Hours	4–5 hours per day
Maximum Age of Service	65 years
Political Office Holders	Not eligible
Past Dismissals	Barred from applying
Department Rights	Can modify/cancel notification anytime

How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step

1. Visit https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
2. Click “Candidate Login / Register”
3. Complete One-Time Registration (OTP-based)
4. Login with Registration Number
5. Fill personal & educational detailsSelect Division and Post Preferences
6. Upload Photograph & Signature
7. Upload Photograph & Signature
8. Pay Fee (if applicable)
9. Submit before 17:00 hrs on 16 Feb 2026

Important Links

Link	Action
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Official Website	https://indiapost.gov.in

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