The Department of Posts (India Post) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) posts. A total of 28,636 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment.
The online application process for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 started on 31 January 2026, and candidates can apply online until 14 February 2026. Applicants are advised to read all the important details carefully before applying.
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| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date | 14 February 2026 |
| Last Date Fee Payment | 16 February 2026 |
| Correction Date | 18 - 19 February 2026 |
| Merit List | Available Soon |
| Candidates are advised to confirm from the India Post GDS official website. |
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0 |
| All Category Female | ₹0 |
Note: Candidates have to pay their Examination Fee through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI and IMPS Cash Card / Mobile Wallet online fee payment modes only.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Note: India Post provides age relaxation for the Gramin Dak Sevak GDS Recruitment 2026 position as per their regulations.
| State Name | Language | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3169 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1344 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 38 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 2102 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 634 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 270 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 436 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 1155 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 520 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 908 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 1191 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 1782 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1022 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1691 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1060 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 608 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2009 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani / Marathi | 3553 |
| Punjab | Punjabi / English / Hindi | 261 |
| Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo / Hindi / English | 639 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Hindi / English / Nepali | 2963 |
| North Eastern | Bengali / Hindi / English / Manipuri / Mizo | 1014 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Hindi / Urdu | 267 |
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Gramin Dak Sewak (GDS) 2026 |
Candidates must have passed Class 10 with
Mathematics and English as subjects and must have
knowledge of the local language of the respective circle.
Note: Candidates are advised to check the official notification for complete details. |
| Category Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 12696 |
| EWS | 2719 |
| OBC | 5694 |
| SC | 3942 |
| ST | 2716 |
| PWD – A | 260 |
| PWD – B | 271 |
| PWD – C | 257 |
| PWD – DE | 81 |
| Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Registration / Apply Online | Click Here |
| Check Circle Wise Notification | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| India Post GDS Official Website | Click Here |
Q. What is the starting date to apply online for GDS Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The online application process started on 31 January 2026.
Q. What is the last date to apply for the form?
Ans. The last date to submit the online application is 14 February 2026.
Q. How many vacancies are available in this recruitment?
Ans. A total of 28,636 posts have been announced.
Q. Which department released this recruitment?
Ans. The recruitment has been released by the India Post under the Government of India.
Q. What is the minimum age limit for GDS posts?
Ans. The minimum age required is 18 years.
Q. What is the maximum age limit?
Ans. The maximum age limit is generally 40 years (age relaxation as per rules).
Q. What is the required qualification for GDS Recruitment?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10th class (Matriculation) with basic computer knowledge.
Q. Is there any application fee?
Ans. Yes, application fee may apply for General/OBC candidates, while SC/ST/Female candidates usually get fee exemption (as per official rules).
Q. What is the selection process for GDS posts?
Ans. Selection is done on the basis of merit list prepared from 10th marks, without any written exam.
Q. Where can candidates apply for this recruitment?
Ans. Candidates can apply online through the official website of India Post.
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