New Delhi, 02 Feb 2026: The Department of Posts under the Ministry of Communications has released the official notification for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026. Eligible candidates are invited to apply for the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak across various postal circles in the country.
The online application process will be conducted through the official India Post GDS portal at indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
Important Dates: India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
Candidates applying for the January 2026 engagement should take note of the following schedule:
• Online Registration: January 31, 2026 to February 14, 2026 (till 5:00 PM)
• Application Submission & Fee Payment: February 2, 2026 to February 16, 2026
• Edit/Correction Window: February 18, 2026 to February 19, 2026
Vacancy Details and Salary Structure
The recruitment covers three major categories. Selected candidates will receive Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) as per the following slabs:
• Branch Postmaster (BPM): ₹12,000 to ₹29,380 per month
• ABPM / Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 to ₹24,470 per month
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Applicants must have passed the Secondary School Examination (Class 10) with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognized board.
• Candidates must have studied the local language of the concerned postal circle up to Class 10.
• Special provisions regarding local language requirements apply for candidates from Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, and Sikkim.
Age Limit:
• Minimum age: 18 years
• Maximum age: 40 years
• Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms:
• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• PwBD: 10 to 15 years
Other Requirements:
Applicants should possess basic computer knowledge, knowledge of cycling, and adequate means of livelihood.
Selection Process
There will be no written examination for GDS recruitment. Selection will be based on a system-generated merit list prepared from the marks obtained in the Class 10 examination, calculated up to four decimal places.
• For candidates with grades or points, marks will be calculated using a multiplication factor of 9.5.
Application Fee
• Application Fee: ₹100
• Fee Exemption: Female candidates, SC/ST candidates, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and Transwomen are exempted from paying the fee.
How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
• Visit the official website: indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
• Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) using a valid mobile number and email ID
• Log in using the registration number and fill in the application form
• Select division preferences and upload a recent photograph and signature
• Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form before February 16, 2026
Important Note: Candidates can apply for multiple posts within a single selected division only. Preferences once submitted should be filled carefully.
