India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – 23757 Posts, Apply Online
Last Updated: 4 September 2026
India Post has released the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 notification for 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official India Post GDS portal.
The online application process starts from 31 August 2026, and the last date to apply is 19 September 2026. Candidates should check the official notification for complete eligibility, state-wise vacancies, and application instructions.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Department of Posts, India Post |
| Post Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) |
| Total Vacancies | 23,757 |
| Application Start Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 September 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Correction Window | 23–24 September 2026 |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Qualification | Class 10th Pass |
| Selection Process | Merit List & Document Verification |
| Official Website | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
Important Dates
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Notification Date: August 2026
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Application Start Date: 31 August 2026
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Form Submission Start Date: 2 September 2026
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Online Application Last Date: 19 September 2026
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Fee Payment Last Date: 21 September 2026
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Form Submission Last Date: 21 September 2026
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Correction Date: 23–24 September 2026
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Merit List/Result: As per schedule
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ?100 |
| SC/ST/PH | ?0 |
| All Category Female | ?0 |
The application fee can be paid through the available online payment methods or e-Challan as specified in the official notification.
India Post GDS Eligibility 2026
Candidates must have:
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Passed Class 10th/High School from a recognized board.
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Mathematics and English must have been studied as subjects.
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Knowledge of the local language of the respective State/Circle is required.
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Candidates should check the official notification for additional eligibility requirements.
India Post GDS Vacancy 2026 – State Wise
| State/Circle | Local Language | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 1,691 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 452 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1,098 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 762 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 16 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 1,009 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 87 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 335 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Hindi/Urdu | 340 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 1,379 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 1,450 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1,373 |
| Punjab | Punjabi/English/Hindi | 122 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani/Marathi | 2,431 |
| North Eastern | Multiple Languages | 2,614 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 1,453 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1,116 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2,118 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 419 |
| Assam | Multiple Languages | 414 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 499 |
| West Bengal | Multiple Languages | 1,762 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 917 |
| Total | 23,757 |
India Post GDS Salary 2026
Selected GDS candidates can receive approximately ?25,000 to ?35,000 per month, depending on the applicable TRCA level and allowances.
Additional allowances are provided according to applicable government rules.
India Post GDS Selection Process
The selection process is primarily based on:
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Shortlisting of eligible candidates
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Merit List
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Document Verification
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Final Selection
Candidates should note that the GDS selection process is based on merit as specified by India Post.
How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
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Visit the official India Post GDS website.
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Read the official GDS Recruitment 2026 notification carefully.
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Complete the required registration/OTR process.
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Fill out the online application form.
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Enter your personal and educational details.
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Upload the required documents.
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Pay the applicable application fee.
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Submit the application form.
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Download and save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
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Apply Online: https://app.indiapost.gov.in/gdscandidate
