India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Department of Posts has opened Gramin Dak Sevak Online Engagement Schedule II, July 2026. The drive covers 23,757 GDS vacancies across postal circles. Registration began on 31 August 2026 and the application submission window runs through 21 September 2026.
Overview
| Organisation | India Post, Department of Posts |
|---|---|
| Engagement | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) |
| Vacancies | 23,757 |
| Qualification | Class 10 with Mathematics and English |
| Application | Online |
| Registration Ends | 19 September 2026, 5 PM |
| Application Ends | 21 September 2026, 5 PM |
Important Dates
| Registration | 31 August–19 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application Submission | 2–21 September 2026 |
| Edit/Correction | 23–24 September 2026 |
Eligibility
Applicants must have passed Class 10 with Mathematics and English as subjects and must meet the prescribed local-language requirement for the postal circle selected. The official notification also specifies age and other engagement conditions.
Age Limit
The published Schedule II information gives an age range of 18 to 40 years as on 1 January 2026, subject to the relaxations prescribed for reserved categories.
Selection
GDS engagement is based on the rules specified by the Department of Posts and the notified merit process. Candidates should not assume that a conventional written examination is part of the selection unless the official notification says so.
Important Note About GDS Status
Gramin Dak Sevaks are not regular civil service employees and their service conditions and allowances differ from those of regular Central Government employees. The Department of Posts specifically directs applicants to read the GDS Rules before applying.
How to Apply
- Register afresh on the official GDS portal.
- Enter personal, educational and circle details exactly as records show.
- Upload the prescribed photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable fee if required.
- Submit preferences and complete the application before the deadline.
FAQs
Total vacancies?
23,757.
Minimum qualification?
Class 10 with Mathematics and English, plus the prescribed local-language condition.
Where to apply?
Through the official India Post GDS online engagement portal.
Official Links
India Post GDS Official Portal | India Post GDS Rules/Details
Source: Department of Posts, GDS Online Engagement Schedule II, July 2026.
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