GDS Recruitment 2026 – India Post
Department of Posts, Ministry of Communication, Government of India · Delhi, Odisha, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh
Applications closed. The last date for this notification was 16 Feb 2026. It is kept here for reference — browse current openings or government jobs in Delhi.
The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communication, Government of India is recruiting for the position of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), which includes Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster, and Dak Sevak. Various vacancies are available with qualifications including the 10th standard pass certificate. The application window opens on 31/01/2026 and closes on 16/02/2026.
Vacancies
Various
Closed on
16 Feb 2026
Age limit
18–40 years
Qualification
10TH
Age Limit
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST (Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe) | 5 years |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 3 years |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Sections) | No relaxation |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | 10 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
Eligibility Criteria
Salary/Stipend
| Post | Salary |
|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 29,380 per month |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) | Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470 per month |
| Dak Sevak | Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470 per month |
Application Fee
Important Dates
| Activity | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Date | 28/01/2026 | – |
| Online One-Time Registration | 31/01/2026 | 14/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs) |
| Submission of Online Applications and Fee Payment | 02/02/2026 | 16/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs) |
| Corrections in Registration/Application Forms (Edit/Correction Window) | 18/02/2026 | 19/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs) |
| Physical Verification of Documents | Within 15 days from date of shortlisting | – |
| Joining Formalities | Within 30 days from offer of provisional engagement | – |
| Process of Engagement Closes | 30/06/2026 | – |
Selection Process
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Details on this page are taken from the official notification published by Department of Posts, Ministry of Communication, Government of India. Last updated 2 Feb 2026. Get alerts for jobs like this.