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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Registration Begins August 31 for 23,757 Vacancies
The Department of Posts has announced India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 for 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak posts. One-Time Registration starts August 31, with applications from September 2 to 21. Details on vacancies, eligibility, and application process provided.
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The Department of Posts has announced the India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026, opening 23,757 vacancies across postal circles. The recruitment is conducted under the GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026, via Advertisement No. 17-12/2026-GDS, with the notification released on August 27, 2026. The process begins with One-Time Registration (OTR) on August 31, followed by online applications from September 2 to September 21, 2026.
Vacancies and Circle-wise Distribution
The recruitment targets positions such as Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak. Maharashtra has the highest single language-category allocation with 2,297 Marathi posts, followed by Tamil Nadu (2,118 Tamil posts) and Uttar Pradesh (1,691 Hindi posts). Other significant allocations include West Bengal (1,619 Bengali), Madhya Pradesh (1,450 Hindi), Jharkhand (1,379 Hindi), Kerala (1,373 Malayalam), North Eastern region (1,354 English/Hindi), Odisha (1,353 Oriya), Karnataka (1,116 Kannada), and Bihar (1,098 Hindi). These 11 circles account for 16,847 vacancies out of the total 23,757.
Key Dates and Application Process
Notification release: August 27, 2026
One-Time Registration (OTR): August 31 to September 19, 2026
Online application submission: September 2 (from 5 pm) to September 21, 2026 (till 5 pm)
Correction window: September 23 to September 24, 2026
Candidates can register on the official India Post website at in. The OTR is a preliminary step; the actual application form and fee payment open on September 2. To apply, candidates should visit the website, click on the GDS recruitment link, register, log in, fill the form, pay the fee, and submit.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have passed the Secondary School Examination (SSE) of 10th standard with Mathematics and English from a recognized board. They should have studied the local language at least up to 10th standard. The age limit is 18 to 40 years as of September 21, 2026, with relaxation for eligible reserved categories. Candidates with equivalent qualifications from other boards are not eligible. Additionally, basic computer knowledge and ability to ride a bicycle are required.
Application Fee
A fee of ₹100 is applicable for male candidates from UR, OBC, and EWS categories. SC, ST, PwBD, female, and transwomen candidates are exempt from the fee.
Selection Process and Pay
The selection is merit-based, with no written examination. Shortlisting is done via a system-generated merit list prepared from 10th standard marks, converted to percentage with accuracy up to 4 decimals. Shortlisted candidates undergo document verification, medical examination, and pre-engagement formalities. After selection, SSE documents may be verified through API Setu/Digi Locker/Official Educational Board websites.
The Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) for BPM ranges from ₹12,000 to ₹29,380, and for ABPM/Dak Sevak from ₹10,000 to ₹24,470. The prescribed working period is generally four to five hours a day. BPMs must arrange accommodation for the Branch Post Office at their own cost and reside within the post village. ABPMs and Dak Sevaks must live within the delivery area of the concerned post office.
Additional Information
Candidates are advised to check official communication via email IDs ending in in or in. They should ensure they have a DigiLocker account and relevant documents before applying.
Note: This article also mentions that the State Bank of India will close registration for Junior Associate posts on August 31, 2026, with prelims in September and mains in November, filling 7,680 posts. Eligibility includes a graduation degree, age between 20 and 28 years as of April 1, 2026, and an application fee of ₹750 for General/OBC/EWS candidates.
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Framing: Emphasizes the start of registration, the direct link, the vacancy count, and the list of things to remember before applying.
Facts Included:
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 registration has started for 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak posts.
The registration window opens today, August 31, while the actual application process starts on September 2.
The recruitment is under GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026.
The Department of Posts released the notification on August 27, 2026.
Vacancies are for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak positions.
One-Time Registration (OTR) can be done from August 31 to September 19, 2026.
Application submission is between September 2 and September 21, 2026.
Maharashtra has the largest language-category allocation with 2,297 Marathi posts, followed by Tamil Nadu (2,118 Tamil posts) and Uttar Pradesh (1,691 Hindi posts).
GDS positions are not regular Central Government jobs; service conditions are governed by GDS Rules.
TRCA for BPM ranges from Rs 12,000 to Rs 29,380; for ABPM/Dak Sevaks from Rs 10,000 to Rs 24,470.
Selection is based on a system-generated merit list from Class 10 marks, calculated up to four decimal places.
Applicants must be 18-40 years old, Class 10 pass with Maths and English, know the local language, have basic computer knowledge, and know cycling.
The article provides a link to apply and a list of things to remember before submitting the form.
Framing: The headline emphasizes the last date to apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 and the number of posts, providing a direct link.
Framing: Announces the start of registration for 23k+ posts and provides a how-to-register guide, directing candidates to the official website. — Informational and instructional.
Facts Included:
India Post will begin the registration process for GDS posts on August 31, 2026.
The registration window will close on September 19, 2026.
Online application submission and fee payment will begin on September 2 and close on September 21, 2026.
Candidates who have Secondary School Examination (SSE) pass certificate of 10th standard with passing marks in Mathematics and English conducted by any recognized Board of School Education by the Government of India/State Governments/ Union Territories in India are eligible to apply.
The applicant should have studied the local language at least up to 10th standard from a recognised Board.
The age limit should be 18 years to 40 years.
The candidates having equivalent qualification from any other board are not eligible to apply for engagement as GDS.
All the eligible candidates can apply online by following the steps given below.
The applicants will be shortlisted on the basis of a system-generated merit list.
The Merit list will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained/ conversion of Grades/Points to marks in Secondary School Examination of 10th standard of recognised Boards aggregated to percentage to the accuracy of 4 decimals.
After selection for the GDS post, the SSE documents of selected candidates may be verified through the API Setu/Digi Locker/Official Website of the Educational Board by the India Post.
Framing: Announcement of India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 for 23,757 posts, emphasizing the start of registration. — informative and procedural
Facts Included:
The Department of Posts has officially announced the India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026, opening up 23,757 vacancies across various postal circles.
The recruitment is being conducted under the GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026, through Advertisement No. 17-12/2026-GDS.
The notification was issued on August 27, 2026.
The registration process will begin with One-Time Registration (OTR) on August 31, followed by the online application window from September 2 to September 21, 2026.
The recruitment drive aims to fill positions such as Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak across different regions of the country.
Maharashtra recording the highest number of openings, followed by Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.
Top circles by vacancies: Maharashtra (Marathi): 2,297 posts, Tamil Nadu (Tamil): 2,118 posts, Uttar Pradesh (Hindi): 1,691 posts, West Bengal (Bengali): 1,619 posts, Madhya Pradesh (Hindi): 1,450 posts, Jharkhand (Hindi): 1,379 posts, Kerala (Malayalam): 1,373 posts, North Eastern region (English/Hindi): 1,354 posts, Odisha (Oriya): 1,353 posts, Karnataka (Kannada): 1,116 posts, Bihar (Hindi): 1,098 posts.
Total vacancies across these 11 circles: 16,847; Overall total vacancies: 23,757.
Notification release: August 27, 2026.
One-Time Registration (OTR): August 31 to September 19, 2026.
Online application submission: September 2 (from 5 pm) to September 21, 2026 (till 5 pm).
Correction window: September 23 to September 24, 2026.
₹100 application fee for male candidates belonging to UR, OBC and EWS categories; no fee for SC, ST, PwBD, female and transwomen candidates.
Eligibility: Age 18 to 40 years as on September 21, 2026, Class 10 pass with Mathematics and English, knowledge of local language, basic computer knowledge, and ability to ride a bicycle.
Pay scale (TRCA): BPM: ₹12,000 to ₹29,380; ABPM/Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 to ₹24,470.
Selection is merit-based without a written test, shortlisting via system-generated merit list from Class 10 marks.
Shortlisted candidates undergo document verification, medical examination, and completion of pre-engagement formalities.
BPMs are required to arrange accommodation for the Branch Post Office at their own expense and reside within the post village.
ABPMs and Dak Sevaks must live within the delivery area of the concerned post office.
Application fee: ₹100 for male candidates belonging to UR, OBC and EWS categories; no fee for SC, ST, PwBD, female and transwomen candidates.
Age eligibility: 18 to 40 years as on September 21, 2026 (relaxation applicable as per rules).
Qualification: Class 10 pass with Mathematics and English.
Pay scale (TRCA): BPM ₹12,000 to ₹29,380; ABPM/Dak Sevak ₹10,000 to ₹24,470.
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ClaimIndia Post will begin the registration process for GDS posts on August 31, 2026.
ClaimCandidates for India Post GDS posts must have a Secondary School Examination (SSE) pass certificate of 10th standard with passing marks in Mathematics and English.
ClaimThe merit list for India Post GDS posts will be prepared based on marks obtained in Secondary School Examination of 10th standard, converted to percentage to the accuracy of 4 decimals.
ClaimAfter selection for the GDS post, the SSE documents of selected candidates may be verified through the API Setu/Digi Locker/Official Website of the Educational Board by the Department.
ClaimApplicants for India Post GDS posts should be between 18 and 40 years of age as on September 21, 2026, with relaxation applicable to eligible reserved categories.
ClaimA selected BPM for India Post GDS has to arrange accommodation for operating the Branch Post Office at their own cost and is required to reside in the post village.
ClaimCandidates for SBI Junior Associate posts should have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised University or any equivalent qualification recognised as such by the Central Government.