Department of Post, India Post
Total Vacancies
28000+ (Approx.)
Salary
As per India Post GDS Pay Scale (typically ₹10,000 - ₹12,000 per month + allowances. Check official notification for exact figures.)
Application Deadline
Check notification
Job Type
Government Service
Job Level
Gramin Dak Sevak (Group C Non-Gazetted)
Work Location
Rural Areas across India (Various Postal Circles)
Department
Department of Posts
Recruitment Type
Direct Recruitment
Notification Release
January 2026
A massive recruitment drive for Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) to serve in rural post offices. This is a prestigious opportunity to join the world's largest postal network and serve your local community directly.
India Post has announced a massive recruitment drive for approximately 28,000+ Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) positions. This is a golden opportunity for 10th pass candidates to secure a government job in their local rural area. The application process is entirely online and open from 31 January to 14 February 2026. Selection is merit-based, relying on Class 10th marks, making it crucial to apply accurately and on time.
Competition Level
High
Application Trend
Expected to be very high due to large number of vacancies and 10th pass eligibility
Success Rate
Varies by circle and category
Difficulty Level
Moderate (Based on 10th class marks and knowing local language)
With over 28,000 vacancies, this is one of the largest recruitment drives for 10th pass candidates. Since selection is purely merit-based (no written exam), your 10th class marks and local language proficiency are crucial. Early and accurate application is key.
| Notification Release | 31 January 2026 |
| Online Registration Start | 31 January 2026 |
| Online Registration End | 14 February 2026 |
| Fee Payment End | 16 February 2026 |
| Application Correction | 18 - 19 February 2026 |
| Merit List | To be announced |
| 2024 Expected Cutoff | N/A |
| 2023 Final Cutoff | Refer to previous year's circle-wise merit lists |
| 2022 Final Cutoff | N/A |
| 2021 Final Cutoff | N/A |
| General,OBC,EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0 |
| All Category Female | ₹0 |
| PwBD | ₹0 |
| Gramin Dak Sewak (GDS) - Various Circles | 28000+ |
Class 10th pass from a recognized board with Mathematics and English. Must know the local language of the applied postal circle.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) - Branch Post Master (BPM) | Part of the 28000+ total | Class 10th pass. Additional duties include managing the Branch Post Office. |
| Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) - Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM) | Part of the 28000+ total | Class 10th pass. Assists the BPM in daily operations. |
| Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) - Dak Sevak | Part of the 28000+ total | Class 10th pass. Primarily responsible for mail delivery. |
| Section Name | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Selection Process | Merit-Based | Class 10th Marks & Other Criteria |
| Year | General Category | OBC Category | SC/ST Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (Expected) | Circle and category dependent | Circle and category dependent | Circle and category dependent |
Cutoffs are not national but are prepared circle-wise and category-wise based on 10th class marks. Candidates must check the specific cutoff for their applied postal circle.
Class 10th Marks (Minimum pass required), Local Language Proficiency, Knowledge of Cycling, Residence within concerned Postal Division
Weightage: 100% (Merit-based)There is NO written examination for GDS recruitment. Selection is done automatically based on a system-generated merit list using your Class 10th marks. Additional weightage may be given for higher qualifications, but the primary criteria is 10th marks.
Candidates must have passed Class 10 from a recognized board with Mathematics and English as subjects. Knowledge of the local language of the applied postal circle is mandatory.
No. Selection is done purely on merit basis (Class 10th marks). A merit list is prepared circle-wise and category-wise.
Minimum age is 18 years and maximum is 40 years as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
The application fee for General/OBC category candidates is ₹100. There is no fee for SC/ST/PH candidates and female candidates of any category.
There are approximately 28,000+ vacancies for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts across various postal circles in India.
The last date to submit the online application form is 14 February 2026.
A GDS is responsible for managing branch post offices in rural areas, which includes mail delivery, sale of stamps, postal banking services, and providing other departmental services to the local community.
