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India Post GDS 2026 Notification — 23,757 Vacancies, Apply Online
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India Post Gramin Dak Sevak Schedule-II 2026 (notification 17-12/2026-GDS) offers 23,757 BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak posts. There is no written exam or interview — a computer-generated merit list from Class 10 marks (CGPA × 9.5). Apply 2–21 September 2026 after OTR.
Total Vacancies
23,757
Conducting Body
Department of Posts, Government of India
Age Limit
18–40 years
Qualification
10th pass (Maths + English + local language)
Important Dates
- Application Start
- Wednesday, 2 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- Monday, 21 September 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- Monday, 21 September 2026
Salary & Pay Scale
BPM ₹12,000–₹29,380 · ABPM/Dak Sevak ₹10,000–₹24,470 (TRCA)
Eligibility
10th pass (Maths + English + local language)
How to Apply
- Confirm age, qualification and category eligibility against the official PDF.
- Register on indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
- Upload photograph and signature using our photo resizer for exact KB specs.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and save the confirmation page.
Latest Updates
- Apply window open 2–21 September 2026 (5 pm).
- OTR must be finished by 19 September 2026.
India Post GDS 2026 — Key Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Department of Posts (India Post) |
| Vacancies | 23,757 GDS posts |
| Qualification | 10th pass — Maths, English, local language |
| Age Limit | 18–40 years (as on 21 Sep 2026) |
| Selection | Class 10 merit — no CBT |
| Apply | 2 – 21 September 2026, 5 pm |
Selection Process
- One-Time Registration (31 August – 19 September 2026)
- Online application, photo/signature and fee (2–21 September 2026)
- System-generated Class 10 merit list
- Document verification at the engaged post office
Syllabus Overview
Eligibility (no syllabus paper)
- Class 10 Maths
- English
- Local language of the engagement circle
Preparation Tips
- Complete OTR before 19 September — you cannot apply without it.
- Resize JPEG photo to 30–100 KB (4:5) and signature to 20–100 KB (5:2) before 21 September 5 pm.
- Keep original Class 10 marksheet ready for verification.
Related Exams
Pattern & syllabus compiled from Testbook . Always verify dates and vacancies on the official conducting body website.
Exam Resources
📷 Photo ResizerResize photo & signature to exact form specs🎂 Age CalculatorCheck age eligibility for 2026📚 SyllabusSubject-wise syllabus & exam pattern📝 Apply OnlineOTR, fee ₹100 & last date 21 Sep🗺️ Circle vacancy23,757 posts — circle-wise table💰 GDS TRCABPM & ABPM pay scale🔔 Latest NotificationApply online, admit card & resultSyllabusOfficial pattern & PDFsAdmit CardHall ticket downloadResultMerit list & scorecard🌐 Official Websiteindiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is there a written exam for GDS 2026?
- No. Schedule-II selection is only Class 10 merit. There is no CBT or interview.
- What is the last date for GDS recruitment 2026?
- Apply online by 21 September 2026, 5:00 pm. OTR closes 19 September 2026.
- What is GDS salary?
- BPM TRCA ₹12,000–₹29,380. ABPM / Dak Sevak ₹10,000–₹24,470, plus DA.
- What is the age limit for Gramin Dak Sevak (Schedule-II) 2026?
- For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 40 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Monday, 21 September 2026.
- How do I apply for Gramin Dak Sevak (Schedule-II) 2026?
- Visit the authorised website for Department of Posts, Government of India (https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date is Monday, 21 September 2026 — 12 calendar days remain. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
- What is the last date to apply for Gramin Dak Sevak (Schedule-II) 2026?
- The closing date is Monday, 21 September 2026 — 12 calendar days remain.
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