- Passed Class 10 (Secondary School) with Mathematics and English as subjects, with basic knowledge of the local language of the applied region.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 — 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak Posts
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 — 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak Posts — Recruitment Details
India Post has opened online applications for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) positions under the July 2026 recruitment cycle (Schedule II), with a total of 23,757 vacancies spread across postal circles throughout the country. This is one of the largest GDS recruitment drives of the year and does not involve a written examination — selection is based entirely on marks secured in the Class 10 board examination. Candidates who have passed Class 10 with Mathematics and English as subjects, and who have basic knowledge of the local language of the region they are applying to, are eligible to apply. The application window opens on 31 August 2026 and closes on 19 September 2026, with the application fee payable until 21 September 2026. A correction window for submitted applications will be available on 23-24 September 2026. Application fees are ₹100 for General, EWS and OBC candidates, while SC/ST, PwBD and all female candidates are exempt from paying any fee. The minimum age to apply is 18 years and the maximum is 40 years, with standard age relaxation applicable to reserved categories as per Department of Posts rules. For India Post GDS recruitment 2026 apply online steps, Gramin Dak Sevak eligibility, merit list, salary, and the full GDS vacancy list by state, keep checking this page as Schedule II updates are published by India Post. The GDS application form correction window, category-wise vacancy breakdown and document verification process will also be updated here once released.
| Recruitment | India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 — 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak Posts |
| Organization | Department of Posts, India Post |
| Total Vacancies | 23757 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
Important Dates
Application Fee
Application fee should be paid through the payment method permitted in the official recruitment notification.
Age Limit
Vacancy Details — Total 23757 Posts
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) | 23757 | Passed Class 10 (Secondary School) with Mathematics and English as subjects, with basic knowledge of the local language of the applied region. |
| Total | 23757 | — |
Post-Wise Eligibility
Department of Posts, India Post Selection Process
Selection is merit-based only, using the marks secured in the Class 10 (Secondary School) examination -- there is no written test or interview. Merit lists are published circle-wise and post-wise as per schedule.
How to Apply for Department of Posts, India Post Recruitment Online
Read the Official Notification
Carefully check post-wise eligibility, experience, documents and other conditions.
Prepare Required Documents
Keep photograph, signature, identity proof, educational and other required documents ready.
Complete Online Application
Enter the required details and upload documents according to the prescribed specifications.
Pay Applicable Fee
Complete fee payment if applicable.
Submit & Save Confirmation
Review the application carefully and keep a copy of the final submitted form.
Important Links
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