⚡ Quick Info: India Post GDS 2026 | Vacancies: 28,636 | No Written Exam | 2nd Merit List: 10 April 2026 | Check: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
The Department of Posts, India has officially released the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification (GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026) for 28,636 vacancies across 23 postal circles. The recruitment covers Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) posts. The 2nd Merit List was officially released on 10 April 2026 — candidates who were not shortlisted in the 1st list should check now.
India Post GDS 2026 – Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 31 January 2026 |
| Application Period | 31 Jan – 14 Feb 2026 |
| 1st Merit List Released | 6 March 2026 |
| 2nd Merit List Released | 10 April 2026 |
Post Details
| Post Name | Role | TRCA (Salary) |
|---|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | Manages branch post office | ₹12,000 – ₹29,380/month |
| Asst Branch Postmaster (ABPM) | Assists BPM operations | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470/month |
| Dak Sevak (GDS) | Mail delivery in rural areas | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470/month |
Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Class 10 (Matriculation) pass with Mathematics and Local Language as subjects
- Age: 18–40 years (as on 16 Feb 2026) | SC/ST: +5 yrs | OBC: +3 yrs
- Basic Computer Knowledge: Required (certificate mandatory)
- Bicycle: Mandatory for Dak Sevak posts
- Local Language: Must have studied the language of the concerned postal circle up to Class 10
Selection Process
✅ No Written Exam! Selection is based purely on Class 10 marks. A computer-generated merit list is prepared with marks calculated up to 4 decimal places for accuracy.
- Merit List based on Class 10 aggregate marks
- Document Verification by Divisional/Unit Head
- Final Joining
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- Female / SC / ST / PwBD / Transgender: Nil (Exempted)
- Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
How to Check GDS Merit List 2026?
- Go to indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
- Click on "Shortlisted Candidates – Schedule I: January 2026"
- Select your Postal Circle/State
- Download the state-wise Merit List PDF
- Press Ctrl+F → Enter your Registration Number to find your name
⚠️ Next Steps for Shortlisted Candidates: Contact your assigned Divisional Office for Document Verification. Carry originals of Class 10 marksheet, Aadhaar, caste certificate (if applicable), and computer certificate.
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