Overview
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026:- Good news for all 10th pass candidates looking for a stable government job in the postal department. India Post has officially released the notification for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026. This is one of the biggest and most awaited recruitment drives of the year with approximately 28,740 vacancies across India. Online applications have already started from 31 January 2026 and the last date to apply is 14 February 2026. If you have passed 10th standard with Maths and English and know the local language of your state/circle, this is a golden chance for you.
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| Important Dates | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start Date → 31 January 2026 Last Date to Apply Online → 14 February 2026 Last Date for Fee Payment → 16 February 2026 Last Date for Form Submission → 16 February 2026 Application Correction Window → 18 – 19 February 2026 Merit List / Result → Available Soon | General / OBC → ₹100 SC / ST / PH / All Female Candidates → ₹0 |
| Age Limit | Total Post |
| Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026) Minimum Age → 18 years Maximum Age → 40 years Age Relaxation As per Government of India rules (usually 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwD, etc.) Exact relaxation details will be mentioned in the official notification. | 28,740 |
Eligibility Crireria & Vacancy Details
Passed Class 10th (Matriculation) from a recognized board
Must have studied Mathematics and English in 10th
Must have knowledge of the local language of the applied postal circle (reading, writing & speaking)
| State / Circle | Language(s) | Approx. No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3169 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1347 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 42 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 2120 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 634 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 270 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 445 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 1155 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 520 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 908 |
| Odisha | Odia | 1191 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 1830 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1023 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1691 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1060 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 609 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2009 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani / Marathi | 3553 |
| Punjab | Punjabi / Hindi / English | 262 |
| Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo / Hindi / English | 639 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Hindi / English / Nepali | 2982 |
| North Eastern Circle | Bengali / Hindi / English / Manipuri / Mizo | 1014 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Hindi / Urdu | 267 |
🧾 How to Fill Online Form 2025
- Go to the official website → https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
- Click on “New Registration” or “Apply Online” link
- Complete registration using mobile number & email
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload scanned photo & signature
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and take printout of the application & fee receipt
📎 Some Useful Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| 🔗 Apply Online | Click Here |
| 🔗 Check Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| 🔗 Join Whatsapp Channel | Click Here |
| 🔗 Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| 🔗 Official Website | Click Here |
⚙️ Selection Process
- Merit List (based on 10th marks)
- Document Verification
- Final Selection
No written exam – selection is purely merit-based.
Salary
Basic Pay → ₹10,000 – ₹29,380 per month (depending on working hours & BPM/ABPM status)
- Allowances (DA, HRA, etc.)
- Very good job security & future promotion opportunities
Required Documents (at the time of Document Verification)
- 10th Marksheet & Passing Certificate
- Local language proof (if required by circle)
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Domicile / Residence proof (if required)
Conclusion
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is one of the biggest and most awaited recruitment drives for 10th pass youth. With ~28,740 posts and no written exam, this is a very good chance for government job seekers, especially in rural areas. Don’t wait till the last date — apply early and avoid last-minute server issues.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When will India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 application start? Ans: 31 January 2026
Q2. What is the last date to apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026? Ans: 14 February 2026
Q3. How many total vacancies are there? Ans: Approximately 28,740 posts
Q4. What is the minimum qualification required? Ans: 10th pass with Mathematics & English + local language knowledge
Q5. Is there any written exam? Ans: No – selection is purely on merit (10th marks)
Q6. Official website for India Post GDS? Ans: https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
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