India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 | Notification Out 23759 Gramin Dak Sevak Posts!
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India, has released an notification for engagement of 23759 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts, including Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak posts across the country. Out of the total vacancies, 414 posts are under the Assam Postal Circle. The online application process for GDS starts on 2nd September 2026 and ends on 21st September 2026. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 | Key Highlights
| Organization | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications |
| Post Category | Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster, Dak Sevak |
| Total Vacancies | 23,759 |
| Total Vacancies in Assam | 414 |
| Online Application Starts | 2nd September 2026 |
| Last Date of Application | 21st September 2026, 5 PM |
| Mode of Application | Online Only |
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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 | Vacancy Details
*Total Vacancies: 23759
*Vacancies in Assam: 414
*Salary: Branch Postmaster (BPM)- Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 29,380
ABPM/Dak Sevak- Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 24,470
Division-wise Vacancies in Assam:
| Division | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Cachar | 87 |
| Nagaon | 80 |
| Sibsagar | 59 |
| Goalpara | 58 |
| Darrang | 57 |
| Guwahati | 47 |
| Nalbari | 9 |
| Dibrugarh | 7 |
| Tinsukia | 7 |
| RMS GH | 3 |
Eligibility Criteria | India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
*Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 to 40 years of age as on the last date of submission of the application. Age relaxation is applicable as per govt rules.
*Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the Class 10 Examination with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognized Board of School Education under the Government of India, State Governments or Union Territories. The candidate must also have studied the local language at least up to Class X standard from a recognized board. Basic knowledge of computer and cycling, is also required.
Selection Process | India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
Selection for Gramin Dak Sevak posts does not have any written examination. The process is consist of following stages.
*Merit List: A system generated merit list is prepared based on marks obtained in the Class X examination.
*Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted for engagement purely on the basis of this merit list.
*Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must report to the office of the Divisional/Unit Head within 15 days of shortlisting for physical verification of original documents.
*Provisional Engagement: If no problem is found during verification, a system generated Offer of Provisional Engagement is issued immediately.
Application Fee | India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR/OBC | Rs. 100 |
| SC/ST | Nil |
| Female/PwD/Transwomen | Nil |
How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
- Go to the Useful Links section below.
- Click on the Online Registration Form link.
- Complete the one time registration process.
- Once registered, log in using your registration details.
- Fill in your personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload the necessary documents as required.
- Pay the applicable application fee as per your category.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many total vacancies are there in India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
Ans: There are 23,759 vacancies across the country, out of which 414 posts are in Assam.
2. What is the last date to apply online?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 21st September 2026, till 5 PM.
3. Is there any written exam for GDS recruitment?
Ans: No, there is no written exam. Selection is done purely on the basis of a merit list prepared from Class X marks.
4. What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Ans: Candidates must have passed Class X with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognized board, along with the local language up to Class X standard.
