India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Last Date Over | Next Vacancy Update

⚠️ Important Update:
The last date to apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 has ended.
Candidates can check the expected next notification details below.

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Important Dates

Activity	Date
Online Registration Start	31 January 2026
Last Date for Registration	14 February 2026 (5:00 PM)
Online Application Start	02 February 2026
Last Date to Apply	16 February 2026 (5:00 PM)
Edit / Correction Window	18 – 19 February 2026

Vacancy Details

India Post will engage candidates for the following posts:

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

State-wise and division-wise vacancy details are available on the official portal.

🔗 Check official vacancy list: click here

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Passed Class 10 (Secondary School Examination) from a recognized board
Mathematics and English must be studied and passed
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Read full eligibility guide: Government Job Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on last date)

Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 40 Years

Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation
SC / ST	5 Years
OBC	3 Years
PwBD	Up to 15 Years

Age limit and relaxation rules for government jobs are explained here.

Selection Process

India Post GDS selection is merit-based:

Merit list prepared based on Class 10 marks
No written examination
Document Verification
Medical Certificate verification

Salary (TRCA – Time Related Continuity Allowance)

Post	TRCA Pay Scale
BPM	₹12,000 – ₹29,380
ABPM / Dak Sevak	₹10,000 – ₹24,470

Annual increment: 3%
DA and social security benefits applicable

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Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / OBC	₹100
SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Transgender	Exempted

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How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)

Visit official GDS portal
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
Login and fill online application form
Upload photograph and signature
Pay application fee (if applicable)
Submit application and download confirmation

Detailed apply guide: How to Apply for Government Jobs Online

Documents Required (At Verification Stage)

Class 10 Marksheet
Identity Proof
Caste / EWS / PwBD certificate (if applicable)
Medical Certificate from Government hospital
Local language proficiency certificate (for specific states)

Official Important Links (Outbound – MUST)

📄 Official Notification PDF click here
🖥️ Apply Online Portal click here
📢 India Post Official Website click here

Important Instructions

Only one application per candidate allowed
Incorrect details may lead to rejection
Keep mobile number & email active
Do not wait till last date to apply

FAQs (SEO + Featured Snippet Ready)

Q1. Is there any exam for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
No, selection is purely based on Class 10 merit.

Q2. Can 12th pass or graduate candidates apply?
Yes, but merit is calculated only on Class 10 marks.

Q3. Is GDS a permanent government job?
GDS is a civil post but not a regular central government service.

Related Guides (Internal Linking – Strong Signal)

Government Job Eligibility Criteria
Government Job Selection Process
Documents Verification Process
Medical Test for Government Jobs
Government Job Joining Process

Conclusion

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is a good opportunity for candidates seeking a government job with minimal qualification. Interested applicants should ensure eligibility and apply within the given dates through the official portal only.

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