India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

 

Name of Application: India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

One-Time Registration Begins : 31 August 2026

Last Date for Registration : 19 September 2026

Apply Start: 2 September 2026

Last Date : 21 September 2026

Total Posts: 23,757 Vacancies 

 

India Post has released a recruitment notification for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026. Through this recruitment drive, eligible candidates can apply for 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak vacancies across various postal circles in India.

The One-Time Registration (OTR) facility opened on 31 August 2026, while the online application process began on 2 September 2026. Interested applicants should complete their registration and application before the respective deadlines.

The minimum age requirement is 18 years, while the upper age limit is 40 years as of 21 September 2026. Candidates are advised to read the eligibility requirements and Official notification carefully before submitting their applications.

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Important Dates Event Date One-Time Registration Begins 31 August 2026 Last Date for Registration 19 September 2026 Apply Start 2 September 2026 Last Date 21 September 2026 Application Correction Window 23–24 September 2026 Merit List To Be Announced Applicants should verify the latest information and any subsequent updates through the Official India Post GDS website.	Application Fees  Category Fee General / OBC ₹100 SC / ST / PwD No Fee Female Candidates – All Categories No Fee Eligible applicants who are required to pay the fee can use available online payment methods such as: Debit Card Credit Card Internet Banking IMPS Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Eligibility  Applicants must have passed Class 10 (Secondary School Examination) with Mathematics and English as subjects. Candidates must also have knowledge of the relevant local language prescribed for the postal circle in which they are applying. Applicants should consult the official notification for the complete qualification requirements and applicable conditions.	Age Limits  The age will be calculated as of 21 September 2026. Minimum Age: 18 years Maximum Age: 40 years Age relaxation for reserved categories will be provided according to the applicable India Post recruitment rules.

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India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 

Total Vacancies

Total Posts: 23,757

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Circle-Wise GDS Vacancies

The vacancies are distributed among different postal circles as follows:

How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026

Candidates who meet the eligibility conditions can submit their applications online through the India Post GDS recruitment portal.

Follow these general steps:

1. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) using the required details.

2. Log in to the Recruitment portal after successful registration.

3. Enter the requested personal, educational and other information.

4. Select the appropriate postal circle and available preferences.

5. Upload the required documents, photograph and other details in the prescribed format.

6. Pay the application fee, if applicable.

7. Review all information carefully before submitting the form.

8. Submit the application before 21 September 2026.

9. Keep a copy of the completed application and payment/registration details for future reference.

Candidates should use the official India Post recruitment portal to complete the application rather than relying on unofficial websites.

Selection Process

Selection for the GDS posts is expected to be based primarily on the merit list prepared from the candidates’ qualifying examination marks, followed by the required verification process.

The broad selection stages are:

• Preparation of Merit List

• Document Verification

• Final Selection

No separate written examination is indicated in the recruitment details provided above.

Important Instructions for Applicants

Before submitting the application, candidates should carefully check their:

• Eligibility and age criteria

• Class 10 marks and subjects

• Local-language eligibility

• Category details

• Postal-circle preferences

• Uploaded documents

• Application information

Candidates should also regularly check the official India Post GDS website for the publication of the merit list, correction-related updates and other recruitment notices.