
GDS Vacancy 2026 for All States Apply Online, Eligibility, Fee
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SHORT INFORMATION
India Post (GDS Vacancy 2026 for All States) has been announced by India Post for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts including BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak. Eligible 10th-pass candidates can apply online for the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026. The selection will be based on a system-generated merit list prepared from Class 10th marks. Candidates can check state-wise vacancies, eligibility, age limit, application fee, salary, selection process and important dates before applying. Online registration is available from 31-08-2026 to 19-09 2026, while applications can be submitted from 02-09-2026 to 21-09-2026.
Important Dates - GDS VACNANCY 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online One-Time Registration | 31-08-2026 to 19-09-2026 |
| Online Application & Fee Payment | 02-09-2026 to 21-09-2026 |
| Correction Window | 23-09-2026 to 24-09-2026 |
GDS VACANCY 2026 FOR ALL STATES : Post wise vacancy details
| Sl. No. | Circle Name | Language Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh Circle | Telugu | 400 | 213 | 125 | 45 | 109 | 917 |
| 2 | Assam Circle | Assamese/Asomiya | 159 | 80 | 31 | 26 | 21 | 322 |
| 3 | Assam Circle | Bengali | 40 | 13 | 6 | 11 | 6 | 77 |
| 4 | Assam Circle | Bodo | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| 5 | Bihar Circle | Hindi | 491 | 279 | 157 | 56 | 87 | 1,098 |
| 6 | Chhattisgarh Circle | Hindi | 290 | 35 | 83 | 257 | 75 | 762 |
| 7 | Delhi Circle | Hindi | 8 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 16 |
| 8 | Gujarat Circle | Gujarati | 234 | 118 | 24 | 74 | 38 | 499 |
| 9 | Haryana Circle | Hindi | 36 | 22 | 16 | 1 | 9 | 87 |
| 10 | Himachal Pradesh Circle | Hindi | 142 | 66 | 76 | 12 | 33 | 335 |
| 11 | Jammu and Kashmir Circle | Hindi/Urdu | 148 | 89 | 26 | 37 | 30 | 340 |
| 12 | Jharkhand Circle | Hindi | 527 | 162 | 160 | 343 | 134 | 1,379 |
| 13 | Karnataka Circle | Kannada | 446 | 286 | 176 | 64 | 115 | 1,116 |
| 14 | Kerala Circle | Malayalam | 753 | 343 | 111 | 5 | 114 | 1,373 |
| 15 | Madhya Pradesh Circle | Hindi | 563 | 215 | 225 | 272 | 133 | 1,450 |
| 16 | Maharashtra Circle | Konkani/Marathi | 70 | 23 | 5 | 18 | 14 | 134 |
| 17 | Maharashtra Circle | Marathi | 991 | 577 | 236 | 176 | 234 | 2,297 |
| 18 | North Eastern Circle | Bengali/Kak Barak | 74 | 2 | 28 | 52 | 17 | 179 |
| 19 | North Eastern Circle | English/Hindi | 926 | 0 | 21 | 297 | 87 | 1,354 |
| 20 | North Eastern Circle | English/Hindi and Garo | 112 | 5 | 3 | 136 | 29 | 296 |
| 21 | North Eastern Circle | English/Hindi and Khasi | 146 | 26 | 3 | 145 | 34 | 369 |
| 22 | North Eastern Circle | English/Manipuri | 120 | 49 | 5 | 91 | 29 | 306 |
| 23 | North Eastern Circle | Mizo | 44 | 5 | 0 | 47 | 10 | 110 |
| 24 | Odisha Circle | Oriya | 571 | 152 | 213 | 266 | 123 | 1,353 |
| 25 | Punjab Circle | English/Hindi | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 26 | Punjab Circle | Punjabi | 55 | 27 | 27 | 2 | 8 | 119 |
| 27 | Rajasthan Circle | Hindi | 470 | 114 | 138 | 133 | 120 | 1,009 |
| 28 | Tamilnadu Circle | Tamil | 921 | 524 | 385 | 18 | 203 | 2,118 |
| 29 | Telangana Circle | Telugu | 201 | 85 | 59 | 17 | 45 | 419 |
| 30 | Uttarakhand Circle | Hindi | 225 | 71 | 78 | 17 | 43 | 452 |
| 31 | Uttar Pradesh Circle | Hindi | 720 | 453 | 301 | 48 | 139 | 1,691 |
| 32 | West Bengal Circle | Bengali | 672 | 360 | 354 | 92 | 106 | 1,619 |
| 33 | West Bengal Circle | Bengali/Nepali | 6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| 34 | West Bengal Circle | English and Bhutia/Gurung/Lepcha/Nepali/Rai/Sherpa/Tamang | 42 | 21 | 2 | 9 | 9 | 86 |
| 35 | West Bengal Circle | English/Hindi | 19 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 38 |
| 36 | West Bengal Circle | Nepali | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| Total | 10,640 | 4,433 | 3,082 | 2,773 | 2,160 | 23,757 |
AGE LIMIT (AGE AS ON 01/09/2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
AGE RELAXATION
- SC/ST Candidates: 5 years age relaxation
- OBC Candidates: 3 years age relaxation
- EWS Candidates: No age relaxation
- PwBD Candidates: 10 years age relaxation
- PwBD + OBC Candidates: 13 years age relaxation
- PwBD + SC/ST Candidates: 15 years age relaxation.
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GDS VACANCY 2026 FOR ALL STATES: Educational Qualification
- Educational qualification for engagement of GDS is Secondary School
Examination (SSE) pass certificate of 10th standard with passing marks in
Mathematics and English conducted by any recognized Board of School
Education by the Government of India/State Governments/ Union Territories
in India. The candidates having equivalent qualification from any other board
are not eligible to apply for engagement as GDS. - (b) The applicant should have studied the local language at least up to 10th
Standard from a recognized board. The details of post-wise local language
prescribed by the Department is given in Annexure-III.
SALARY / STIPEND
- Branch Postmaster (BPM): Rs. 12,000 – Rs. 29,380 per month
- Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM): Rs. 10,000 – Rs. 24,470 per month
- Dak Sevak: Rs. 10,000 – Rs. 24,470 per month
INDIA POST GDS RECRUITMENT 2026 - SELECTION PROCESS
- Selection will be based on a system-generated merit list.
- Merit will be prepared on the basis of 10th Standard (Secondary School Examination) marks.
- Marks will be calculated/converted into a percentage up to 4 decimal places.
- If the marksheet contains Grades, these will be converted into marks as per the prescribed rules.
- No written examination or interview is mentioned in the notification; selection is based on the merit list prepared from 10th class performance.
- In case of a tie in marks, the Department will follow the prescribed priority criteria, starting with older age (DOB) and then category/gender-based criteria.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo Document Verification.
- After successful verification, a system-generated Offer of Provisional Engagement will be issued.
- Selected candidates must complete the required pre-engagement formalities within 30 days, including prescribed basic training of 3 days.
HOW TO APPLY
- Step 1: Visit the official India Post GDS Online Engagement portal.
- Step 2: Complete the One-Time Registration using the required details.
- Step 3: Login to the portal using your registered credentials.
- Step 4: Fill in the Online Application Form carefully.
- Step 5: Select the preferred Circle, Division and Post as applicable.
- Step 6: Enter your 10th Standard marks/grades and other required educational details.
- Step 7: Upload the required documents, photograph and signature as prescribed.
- Step 8: Pay the applicable application fee, if required.
- Step 9: Review all the details carefully and submit the application form.
- Step 10: Take a printout/save a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
INDIA POST GDS VACANCY 2026: Application fee details
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / UR / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| Female / SC / ST / PwBD / Transwomen | ₹0 (Exempted) |
Important Links - GDS VACANCY 2026
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Now |
| Official India Post Website | Visit Now |
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GDS VACANCY 2026: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is the recruitment drive for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts including BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak across different postal circles.
2. How many vacancies are available in GDS Vacancy 2026?
A total of 23,757 vacancies have been notified under GDS Vacancy 2026 for All States.
3. What is the qualification for India Post GDS Vacancy 2026?
Candidates must have passed 10th Standard from a recognized board, with passing marks in Mathematics and English. The required local language should also have been studied up to 10th standard.
4. What is the age limit for GDS Recruitment 2026?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 40 years. Age relaxation is available for eligible reserved categories as per the notification.
5. What is the selection process for GDS Vacancy 2026?
The Selection Process is based on a system-generated merit list prepared using marks obtained in the 10th standard. There is no written examination or interview mentioned in the notification.
6. What is the application fee for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹100 for applicable candidates. Female, SC, ST, PwBD and Transwomen candidates are exempted from payment of the fee.
7. Which posts are included in GDS Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment includes Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak posts.
8. What is the salary in India Post GDS Vacancy 2026?
The TRCA slab is ₹12,000–₹29,380 for BPM and ₹10,000–₹24,470 for ABPM/Dak Sevak, subject to the applicable rules.
9. How can I apply for GDS Vacancy 2026 for All States?
Eligible candidates can submit their application online through the official India Post GDS Online Engagement portal. Applications through other modes will not be accepted.
10. What are the important dates for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
Registration is scheduled from 31 August to 19 September 2026, while online application and fee payment are from 2 September to 21 September 2026. The correction window is 23–24 September 2026.










