The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India has released the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026 notification for engagement to the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak.
The notification is issued as Notification No. 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20 August 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official India Post GDS portal. The selection will be based on a system-generated merit list prepared from Class 10 marks, and there is no written examination for this GDS engagement.
📢 India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights
Recruitment: Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement
Schedule: Schedule-II, July-2026
Posts: BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak
Notification No.: 17-12/2026-GDS
Notification Date: 20 August 2026
Application Mode: Online
Selection: 10th Standard Merit List
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications |
| Recruitment | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement |
| Schedule | Schedule-II, July-2026 |
| Notification No. | 17-12/2026-GDS |
| Posts | BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak |
| Qualification | 10th Standard Pass |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 Years |
| Selection Process | 10th Standard Merit List |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Portal | India Post GDS Online Engagement Portal |
⚠️ Vacancy Information
The official descriptive notification provides the vacancy position at Circle/Division level through the GDS Online Engagement Portal. Candidates should check the official portal's vacancy/annexure section for the latest Division-wise post details before submitting preferences.
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| One-Time Registration | 31 August 2026 to 19 September 2026 |
| Last Time for Registration | 5:00 PM on 19 September 2026 |
| Online Application & Fee Payment | 2 September 2026 to 21 September 2026 |
| Last Time for Application | 5:00 PM on 21 September 2026 |
| Correction Window | 23 September 2026 to 24 September 2026 |
| Correction Window Closing Time | 5:00 PM on 24 September 2026 |
⏰ Important
Candidates should not wait until the last date to submit the application. The Department has specifically advised applicants to complete the application well before the closing date and time.
Post Details
| Post | Full Form |
|---|---|
| BPM | Branch Postmaster |
| ABPM | Assistant Branch Postmaster |
| Dak Sevak | Gramin Dak Sevak / Dak Sevak |
Salary / TRCA
GDS employees are paid emoluments in the form of Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA). The notification also provides for an annual increase of 3%, subject to the applicable conditions.
₹10,000 – ₹24,470 ABPM / Dak Sevak – TRCA Slab
GDS employees are also entitled to applicable Dearness Allowance and certain other allowances and social-security benefits according to the GDS Rules.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the Secondary School Examination (10th Standard) with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognized Board of School Education.
The candidate should also have studied the prescribed local language at least up to 10th Standard from a recognized board.
🎓 Qualification at a Glance
Minimum Qualification: 10th Pass
Subjects: Mathematics & English
Local Language: Must be studied up to 10th Standard
Other Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of computers.
- Knowledge of cycling.
- Adequate means of livelihood.
Age Limit
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Age will be determined as on the last date of submission of online applications.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| EWS | No relaxation |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 Years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 Years |
Local Language – Assam
For candidates applying in the Assam Postal Circle, the prescribed local language depends on the area in which the post is situated.
| Area | Local Language |
|---|---|
| Assam excluding three districts of Barak Valley and Bodoland Territorial Council Areas | Assamese |
| Three districts of Barak Valley | Bengali |
| Bodoland Territorial Council Areas | Bodo |
📍 Assam Candidates
Candidates should carefully check the concerned post/division and ensure that they meet the applicable local-language requirement before applying.
Selection Process
There is no written examination or interview for selection under the GDS engagement process. Applicants are shortlisted through a system-generated merit list.
- Online Registration
- Online Application
- Merit List Preparation
- Shortlisting of Candidates
- Physical Verification of Documents
- Pre-Engagement Formalities
- Provisional Engagement
- Final Engagement after required verification
📊 How Merit Is Prepared
The merit list is prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the Secondary School Examination (10th Standard) of recognized boards, aggregated into percentage up to 4 decimal places.
10th Marks / Grade Conversion
Where the Class 10 marksheet contains only grades, the Department will convert grades/points into marks using the prescribed multiplication factor of 9.5.
| Grade | Grade Point | Multiplication Factor |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | 10 | 9.5 |
| A2 | 9 | 9.5 |
| B1 | 8 | 9.5 |
| B2 | 7 | 9.5 |
| C1 | 6 | 9.5 |
| C2 | 5 | 9.5 |
| D | 4 | 9.5 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other applicable candidates | ₹100/- |
| Female Applicants | Nil |
| SC / ST Applicants | Nil |
| PwBD Applicants | Nil |
| Transwomen Applicants | Nil |
The ₹100 fee is applicable for the posts notified in the candidate's chosen Division, subject to the exemptions specified in the notification.
Job Profile
Branch Postmaster – BPM
- Manage day-to-day postal operations of the Branch Post Office.
- Handle India Post Payments Bank related services.
- Marketing and promotion of postal products and services.
- Customer service centre related activities.
- Mail conveyance and delivery where applicable.
- Arrange accommodation for the Branch Post Office after selection.
- Reside in the post village where the Branch Post Office is functioning.
Assistant Branch Postmaster – ABPM
- Sale of stamps and stationery.
- Conveyance and doorstep delivery of mail.
- IPPB deposits, payments and other transactions.
- Assist the BPM in postal operations.
- Marketing and promotion of postal products and services.
- Perform BPM duties when ordered or when BPM is unavailable.
Dak Sevak
- Sale of stamps and stationery.
- Mail and parcel delivery.
- Handling mail bags and parcels.
- IPPB related transactions.
- Assistance in Post Office operations.
- Other duties assigned by the Postmaster or senior officers.
Working Hours & Service Conditions
GDS are not regular employees of the Central Government. They are holders of Civil Posts outside the regular civil services and are governed by the Gramin Dak Sevaks (Conduct and Engagement) Rules, 2020.
A GDS is required to work for a minimum of 4 hours and a maximum of 5 hours per day, subject to the applicable rules and requirements of the Department.
⚠️ Important Service Condition
Candidates should carefully understand the service conditions before applying. GDS engagement is not the same as regular Central Government employment.
Documents Required at Physical Verification
Shortlisted candidates are required to appear before the designated authority for physical verification of original documents.
- 10th Standard Marksheet
- Identity Proof
- Caste Certificate, where applicable
- PwBD Certificate, where applicable
- EWS Certificate, where applicable
- Transgender Certificate, where applicable
- Date of Birth Proof
- Medical Certificate issued by the prescribed Government medical authority
- Applicable local/tribal language certificate, where required
- Other documents prescribed by India Post
Photograph & Signature Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Photograph Format | JPG/JPEG |
| Photograph Size | 30 KB – 100 KB |
| Recommended Photo Dimensions | 320 × 400 pixels |
| Photo Aspect Ratio | 4:5 |
| Signature Format | JPG/JPEG |
| Signature Size | 20 KB – 100 KB |
| Recommended Signature Dimensions | 300 × 120 pixels |
| Signature Aspect Ratio | 5:2 |
⚠️ Photo & Signature Warning
Blurred, illegible or miniature photographs/signatures may result in rejection. Candidates should carefully check the preview before final submission.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official India Post GDS Online Engagement Portal.
- Click on Candidate Login/Register.
- Select New Candidate Registration.
- Complete One-Time Registration using your active mobile number and email ID.
- Verify the mobile number and email address through OTP.
- Enter personal details exactly as mentioned in the Class 10 certificate.
- Complete the registration and note the Registration Number.
- Login to the GDS Online Engagement Portal.
- Click Apply Online under the active notification.
- Enter educational and board details.
- Select the eligible Division.
- Give preference to the available GDS posts.
- Upload the recent photograph and signature.
- Preview the complete application.
- Pay the applicable ₹100 fee, if required.
- Submit the application before the closing date and time.
- Save/print the submitted application for future reference.
Important Application Rules
- Only one registration is permitted per candidate.
- Duplicate or multiple registrations/applications are strictly prohibited.
- A candidate can apply for GDS posts in only one selected Division.
- The candidate must give preferences for the posts they wish to be considered for.
- Only one post will ultimately be offered for engagement.
- Mobile number and email ID cannot be changed after registration.
- Name, father's name, mother's name and Date of Birth should match the Class 10 certificate.
- Incomplete or incorrect applications may be rejected.
- After the correction window closes, further corrections will not be permitted.
Correction Window
A two-day correction/edit window will be available after the closing date of online applications.
📝 Correction Dates
23 September 2026 to 24 September 2026
Correction window closes at 5:00 PM on 24 September 2026.
Physical Verification & Joining
Shortlisted candidates will be informed through the registered mobile number and email address, and the shortlist will also be made available on the GDS Online Engagement Portal.
Shortlisted candidates must report to the designated authority for document verification within 15 days from the date of shortlisting. Failure to report within the stipulated period may result in cancellation of the candidature.
After successful verification, candidates are required to complete the pre-engagement formalities, including prescribed basic training and other requirements, within the stipulated period.
Quick Summary
| Recruitment | India Post GDS Schedule-II July 2026 |
|---|---|
| Posts | BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak |
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Age | 18–40 Years |
| Selection | 10th Merit Based |
| Registration | 31 August – 19 September 2026 |
| Application | 2 September – 21 September 2026 |
| Correction | 23 – 24 September 2026 |
| Fee | ₹100 / Nil as applicable |
| BPM TRCA | ₹12,000 – ₹29,380 |
| ABPM/Dak Sevak TRCA | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| GDS Online Engagement Portal | Apply Online / Official Portal |
| India Post Official Website | Visit India Post |
Conclusion
The India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Schedule-II, July-2026 is an important opportunity for candidates who have passed Class 10. The engagement covers Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster and Dak Sevak posts, with selection based primarily on the system-generated 10th Standard merit list.
Candidates from Assam should pay particular attention to the applicable local language requirement and the Division-wise vacancies before submitting their preferences.
Candidates are advised to complete One-Time Registration from 31 August 2026 and submit the online application with fee payment, where applicable, between 2 September and 21 September 2026.