Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India Recruitment 2026

Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS). This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

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Location

New Delhi, Delhi

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Deadline

16th February

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Published

31st January 2026

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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Detailed Official Notification

Applications are invited for engagement of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) under Schedule-I, January 2026 by the Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India.

Organization Details

Organization Name: Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India
Administrative Authority: Government of India
Recruiting Section: GDS Section

Posts / Designations

Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)
Branch Postmaster (BPM)
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
Dak Sevak

Job Location & Employment Type

City	As per allotted Branch / Sub / Head Post Office
State	All States and Union Territories of India
Country	India
Postal Code	As per concerned post office
Street Address	Concerned Branch Post Office / Sub Post Office / Head Post Office
Employment Type	Contractual Engagement (Not a Regular Central Government Employee)

Pay Scale / Emoluments

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

GDS are paid Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) with an annual increment of 3% subject to conditions. Dearness Allowance and other benefits such as GDS Gratuity and Service Discharge Benefit Scheme are applicable as per GDS Rules.

Important Dates

Notification Date	28 January 2026
One-Time Registration	31 January 2026 to 14 February 2026 (up to 17:00 hrs)
Online Application Submission & Fee Payment	02 February 2026 to 16 February 2026 (up to 17:00 hrs)
Edit / Correction Window	18 February 2026 to 19 February 2026 (up to 17:00 hrs)
Engagement Process Closure	30 June 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Passed Class 10 (Secondary School Examination) from a recognized board
Must have studied Mathematics and English at Class 10 level
Must have studied the prescribed local language up to Class 10

Other Mandatory Requirements

Knowledge of Computer
Knowledge of Cycling
Adequate means of livelihood
Willingness to work 4–5 hours daily

Age Limit

Minimum Age	18 Years
Maximum Age	40 Years
Age Calculation Date	Last date of online application submission

Age Relaxation

SC / ST – 5 Years
OBC – 3 Years
PwBD – 10 Years
PwBD + OBC – 13 Years
PwBD + SC/ST – 15 Years
EWS – No age relaxation

Application Fees

General / OBC / EWS (Male)	₹100
SC / ST	No Fee
Female Candidates	No Fee
PwBD / Transwomen	No Fee

Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances.

Selection Process

Selection will be purely merit-based
Merit list prepared based on Class 10 marks
No written examination or interview
Tie-breaking based on age, category, and gender priority
Final selection subject to document verification and medical fitness

Application Process

Online One-Time Registration
Online application submission
Division and post preference selection
Upload photograph and signature
Online fee payment (if applicable)

Helpline & Official Links

Official Website: https://indiapost.gov.in
GDS Portal: https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
Helpline Numbers: Division-wise helpdesk numbers available on the official portal only