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India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026
India Post Gramin Dak Sevak recruitment is the largest government job opening in India by volume, covering Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak posts across all states and union territories.
Recruitment Summary
Organization
India Post
Post Name
Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)
Total Vacancies
44,228
Qualification
10th Pass with Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects
Last Date
15-04-2026
Location
All India
Age Limit
18 to 40 years. Relaxation: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD 10 years, Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
Salary / Pay
TRCA (Time Related Continuity Allowance): BPM Rs. 12,000–29,380/month. ABPM Rs. 10,000–24,470/month. Not a regular government pay scale post.
Application Fee
Rs. 100 for General/OBC. Nil for SC/ST/PWD/Women/Trans.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | 18,476 |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) / Dak Sevak | 25,752 |
Selection Process
- 1Merit list based on 10th class aggregate marks only (No written exam)
- 2Computer proficiency certificate required for BPM posts
- 3Document verification
- 4Medical fitness
How to Apply
- 1.Visit the GDS online portal at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
- 2.Register with a valid email ID and mobile.
- 3.Fill post preference, state, and 10th marks accurately.
- 4.Pay the fee and submit before 15-04-2026.
Important Notes
- GDS selection is 100% merit-based on 10th marks. No written exam. BPM requires basic computer knowledge. Local knowledge of postal area is an advantage.