India Post GDS Notification 2026 on 31st January, 28740 Circle-wise Vacancy for 10th Pass
The Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communication, is all set to release the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) posts. Interested candidates who have passed the 10th class with merit can register for GDS/ABPM/BPM posts at www.indiapostgdsonline.gov.in from 31st January 2026 onwards. Check the eligibility criteria, selection process, and important dates below.
India Post GDS Notification 2026
The official notification for GDS Recruitment 2026 will be released by 31st January 2026 and a total of 28,740 vacancies are expected to be announced across 23 Postal circles. There is no written exam in Gramin Dak Sevak and candidates are solely selected based on their 10th class marks and other eligibility conditions. If any candidates think they suitable for the job, then they can apply for this job opportunity starting from 31st January only.
10th Pass GDS Recruitment 2026- Overview
The Postal GDS Recruitment is an annual process and it is conducted to select 10th pass candidates for GDS, ABPM, BPM posts in various state-wise postal offices. This is to strengthen postal services in rural and semi-urban areas.
| Exam Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Authority | India Post Office |
| Recruitment Name |
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name |
Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) |
| Total Vacancies | 28,740 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years |
| Educational Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Selection Method |
Merit-Based (Based on 10th Class Marks) |
| Salary Details |
ABPM/GDS: ₹10,000 – ₹24,470/- |
| Official Website |
www.indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
GDS Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
Recently, via a press release, the Department of Posts announced the India Post GDS Schedule 2026. According to the schedule, the GDS Notification 2026 will be released on 31st January 2026, and the online application process will run from 31st January to 14th February 2026.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| GDS Notification 2026 Release Date | 31st January 2026 (Expected) |
| Online Registration Starts | |
| Last Date to Apply | |
| Submission of online applications and fee payment |
2nd to 16th February 2026 (5 PM) |
| Application Correction |
18th to 19th February 2026 (5 PM) |
| 1st Merit List Released | 28 February 2026 |
India Post GDS Vacancy 2026
India Post is expected to release 28,740 vacancies in the upcoming recruitment cycle. These positions will be distributed across various states and union territories under different postal circles. The official notification will include a detailed circle-wise and category-wise vacancy breakdown.
| Name of Circle | |
| Andhra Pradesh | 1060 |
| Assam | 639 |
| Bihar | 1347 |
| Chhattisgarh | 1155 |
| Delhi | 42 |
| Gujarat | 1830 |
| Haryana | 270 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 520 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 267 |
| Jharkhand | 908 |
| Karnataka | 1023 |
| Kerala | 1691 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 2120 |
| Maharashtra | 3553 |
| North East | 1014 |
| Orissa | 1191 |
| Punjab | 262 |
| Rajasthan | 634 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2009 |
| Telangana | 609 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 3169 |
| Uttarakhand | 445 |
| West Bengal | 2982 |
| Total | 28740 |
GDS Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for India Post GDS Recruitment must meet the eligibility conditions related to education, age limit, and local language proficiency as per the official notification. Check the GDS Eligibility criteria here.
India Post GDS Educational Qualification
- Must have passed Class 10 from a recognised board.
- Mathematics and English should be studied as compulsory/elective subjects.
- Must have studied the local language up to Class 10 and be able to read, write, and speak it.
- Basic computer knowledge is required.
- The ability to ride a bicycle is mandatory (unless exempted by a competent authority).
- Candidates should have adequate means of livelihood
India Post GDS Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- EWS: No relaxation
- PwD: 10 years (up to 15 years for PwD + SC/ST)
GDS State Preference & Local Language Requirement
Preference is given to candidates from the same postal circle/state where Class 10 was completed. Studying the local language up to Class 10 is mandatory, and a lack of proficiency may lead to rejection during document verification.
