Indian Post Office 28000+ Recruitment

The “Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January-2026” is now live. Candidates are advised to read the notification carefully to understand the circle-wise vacancies.

Post Names : Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak

Total Vacancies : 28,000+ (Tentative)

Qualification: 10th Pass (Secondary School Examination)

Selection Basis: Merit List (Based on 10th Marks)

Registration Dates: 31 Jan 2026 – 14 Feb 2026

Application Dates: 02 Feb 2026 – 16 Feb 2026

Job Profile & Responsibilities

Understanding the role is crucial before applying. The GDS recruitment covers three distinct profiles, each with specific duties.

1. Branch Postmaster (BPM) The BPM is the head of the Branch Post Office (B.O.).

Core Duties: Managing day-to-day postal operations and India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) services.

Management: Promoting government schemes, marketing postal products, and maintaining records.

Team Lead: In offices with other staff, the BPM supervises the ABPM. In single-handed BOs, the BPM handles everything including mail delivery.

Location: Must reside in the Post Village where the BO is located.

2. Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) The ABPM supports the BPM in running the office.

Core Duties: Sale of stamps/stationery, conveyance, and delivery of mail at the doorstep.

Banking: Assisting in IPPB deposits/payments.

Flexibility: May need to perform BPM duties in their absence.

Location: Must reside within the delivery jurisdiction of the BO.

3. Dak Sevak Dak Sevaks work in Departmental Offices like Head Post Offices (HO), Sub Post Offices (SO), or Railway Mail Services (RMS).

Core Duties: Sale of stamps, mail delivery, and handling mailbags (receipt/dispatch).

RMS Work: Sorting mail and assisting the Postmaster/Sub-Postmaster.

Location: Must reside within the delivery jurisdiction of the Post Office.

Indian Post GDS Vacancy Breakdown 2026

The recruitment is conducted across 23 postal circles to fill approximately 28,000+ (Tentative) vacancies. While the exact number of vacancies varies by division, the posts are classified as follows:

Post Name	Role Type	Location
BPM	Admin & Operations	Branch Post Office (Village level)
ABPM	Delivery & Assistance	Branch Post Office
Dak Sevak	Delivery & Sorting	Head/Sub Post Offices & RMS

Eligibility Criteria :

The Department of Posts is strict about eligibility. Ensure you meet these criteria as of 16 February 2026.

Educational Qualification (10th Pass)

Mandatory: A Secondary School Examination (10th Class) pass certificate with passing marks in Mathematics and English.

Local Language : You must have studied the local language of the applied Circle at least up to the 10th standard (as a compulsory or elective subject).

Example: To apply for the Maharashtra Circle, you must have studied Marathi/Konkani.

Other Requirements:

Computer Knowledge: Basic ability to use smartphones/laptops.

Cycling: Knowledge of cycling is a pre-requisite for all GDS posts (riding a scooter/motorcycle is also accepted).

Livelihood: Candidates must have an adequate means of livelihood to support themselves, as the GDS income is supplemental.

Age Limit (As on 16.02.2026)

Minimum Age: 18 Years

Maximum Age: 40 Years

Upper Age Relaxation:

SC / ST: +5 Years

OBC: +3 Years

PwD (Unreserved): +10 Years

PwD + OBC: +13 Years

PwD + SC/ST: +15 Years

EWS: No age relaxation.

Salary Structure: TRCA Explained

GDS employees receive a Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) plus Dearness Allowance (DA).

Post Category TRCA Slab (Working Hours: 4-5 hrs)

BPM : ₹ 12,000/- to ₹ 29,380/-

ABPM / Dak Sevak : ₹ 10,000/- to ₹ 24,470/-

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Note: This is the basic slab. With DA added, the in-hand salary is significantly higher. GDS employees are also covered under a Gratuity and Service Discharge Benefit Scheme.

Selection Process : No Exam, Direct Merit

The Indian Post GDS Selection Process 2026 is completely automated to ensure transparency.

System-Generated Merit List: Selection is based on the marks obtained in the 10th standard. No weightage is given for higher education.

Grades to Marks Conversion:

If your board gives grades (e.g., A1, B1), they are converted using a multiplication factor of 9.5.

Example: A1 Grade (10 points) = 10 x 9.5 = 95 Marks.

Tie-Breaking Rule: If two candidates have the same marks, the merit is decided in this order:

Older candidate (Date of Birth).

ST Trans-woman > ST Female > SC Trans-woman > SC Female > OBC Trans-woman > OBC Female > EWS Trans-woman > EWS Female > UR Trans-woman > UR Female > Male candidates.

Physical Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification.

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

The application process has two main stages: Registration and Application Submission.

Step 1: One-Time Registration (OTR)

Dates: 31 Jan to 14 Feb 2026.

Action: Visit the official portal. Click “Registration”. Enter your basic details (Name, Father’s Name, DOB, Community, Mobile, Email).

Output: You will receive a unique Registration Number.

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Step 2: Submit Application

Dates: 02 Feb to 16 Feb 2026.

Action: Log in using your Registration Number.

Fill Details: Select the Circle you applied for. Enter your address and 10th-class marks subject-wise. Be extremely careful entering marks.

Preferences: Select the Division and exercise your post preferences. You can select multiple posts.

Uploads:

Photo: Recent JPG (30-100 KB).

Signature: Clear JPG (20-100 KB).

Payment: Pay the ₹100 fee (if applicable).

Print: Take a printout of the final application.

Important :

A correction window will be open from 18-19 Feb 2026 to edit fields (excluding Mobile/Email), but it’s best to get it right the first time.

Documents Required for Verification :

If shortlisted, you must produce the following in original and two self-attested copies:

10th/SSC Mark Sheet & Certificate.

Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable.

PwD Certificate (if applicable).

Transgender Certificate (if applicable).

Date of Birth Proof.

Medical Certificate (from Govt Hospital).

Important Dates to Remember :

Event	Date
Notification Release	28 January 2026
Registration Start Date	31 January 2026
Registration End Date	14 February 2026 (05:00 PM)
Application Submission Starts	02 February 2026
Application Submission Ends	16 February 2026 (05:00 PM)
Fee Payment Last Date	16 February 2026
Correction Window	18 – 19 February 2026

Application Fees :

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS (Male)	₹ 100/-
Female / SC / ST / PwD / Transwomen	Free (Exempted)

Essential Links :

Official Notification : Clck here

Apply Online : Click here

Official Website : Click here

Indian Post Office 28000+ Recruitment