India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Schedule-II | 10th Pass GDS Online Application
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India has released Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026 through Notification No. 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20 August 2026. Applications are invited for vacant Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak posts in different postal circles/divisions.
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| One-Time Registration | 31 August 2026 to 19 September 2026 |
| Online Application & Fee Payment | 2 September 2026 to 21 September 2026 |
| Application Correction | 23 September 2026 to 24 September 2026 |
| Closing Time | 5:00 PM |
The dates and closing time are as specified in the notification.
India Post GDS Vacancy Posts
Candidates can apply for the following GDS categories:
Branch Postmaster (BPM)
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
Dak Sevak
GDS employees generally work in postal offices and related delivery, customer-service and postal-operation activities.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the 10th Standard / Secondary School Examination from a recognized board, with passing marks in Mathematics and English. Candidates should also have studied the prescribed local language up to at least the 10th standard.
Other Qualifications
Candidates should have:
Knowledge of computers
Knowledge of cycling
Adequate means of livelihood
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 40 years
Age is calculated as on the last date of submission of applications. Applicable relaxations are provided for eligible reserved categories.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| EWS | No relaxation |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 Years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 Years |
GDS Salary / TRCA
GDS engagements are paid through Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA). The notification specifies the following initial TRCA slabs:
BPM: ₹12,000 – ₹29,380
ABPM/Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 – ₹24,470
Eligible allowances and social-security benefits are also applicable according to the GDS Rules.
Selection Process
Selection is based on a system-generated merit list. The merit list is prepared using marks/converted grades or points obtained in the 10th Standard Secondary School Examination, with percentage calculated to four decimal places.
For candidates whose marksheets contain only grades, the notification specifies the prescribed grade-point conversion using a 9.5 multiplication factor.
Application Fee
Application Fee: ₹100
Fee exemption is available for all female applicants, SC/ST applicants, PwBD applicants and Transwomen applicants.
The fee, where applicable, must be paid within the prescribed application period. The notification states that the fee is non-refundable.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates have to submit their applications online only through the India Post GDS Online Engagement portal.
Official Application Portal:
https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
Applications submitted through other modes will not be accepted.
Application Steps
Complete One-Time Registration.
Verify mobile number and email ID through OTP.
Enter personal details carefully.
Login using the registration number and password.
Enter 10th-class educational details and marks.
Select the eligible division and post preferences.
Upload recent photograph and signature.
Preview the application.
Pay the applicable fee.
Submit the application before the deadline.
Photograph & Signature Requirements
Photograph:
JPG/JPEG
30 KB to 100 KB
Recommended 320 × 400 pixels
4:5 aspect ratio
Plain white/light background
Signature:
JPG/JPEG
20 KB to 100 KB
Recommended 300 × 120 pixels
5:2 aspect ratio
Clear signature on white background
Blurred or unclear photographs/signatures may result in rejection.
Application Correction Window
A two-day correction window is provided after the application closing date:
23 September 2026 to 24 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
Candidates should carefully verify all details before final submission because further correction is not allowed after the correction window expires.
Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates must attend physical document verification within the prescribed period. Documents may include the 10th marksheet, identity proof, applicable caste/category certificates, date-of-birth proof and the required medical certificate, among other applicable documents.
Important Note
Candidates should carefully read the official notification and verify their eligibility, local-language requirements, post preferences and application details before submitting the form.
Official Notification: India Post GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026
Notification No.: 17-12/2026-GDS
Notification Date: 20 August 2026
📲 Apply Here / Contact
For India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 online application assistance, contact:
📞 Contact No: +91 83329 08650
Candidates can also apply through the official India Post GDS portal:
Apply Online: https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
⚠️ Important: Before applying, candidates should verify their eligibility, documents, application details and the official notification carefully.
GDS Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online | Contact for Application Assistance: +91 83329 08650
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