India Post GDS Online Engagement 2026 – Apply Online Link | Download GDS Online engagement Notification 2026 in PDF
The Department of Posts, Government of India has launched the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement 2026 process today on 31 January 2026 on the official online engagement portal. The recruitment drive aims to fill 28,000+ Gramin Dak Sevak vacancies (including Branch Postmaster BPM and Assistant Branch Postmaster ABPM posts) across postal circles throughout India.
📌 Apply Online Link (Official)
📅 Important Dates
· Registration Start: 31 January 2026 (Today)
· Application Submission Begins: 02 February 2026 (Candidates can start applying from this date)
· Last Date to Apply: Tentatively 14 February 2026 (subject to official notification)
· Fee Payment Deadline: Around 16 February 2026 (Check official portal)
· Expected First Merit List: 28 February 2026 (tentative)
🧑🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates interested in applying for GDS must meet the following basic requirements:
· Educational Qualification: Passed Class 10th (Secondary School Examination) with Mathematics and English from a recognized board.
· Must know the local language of the postal circle applied for.
· Age Limit: Between 18 to 40 years (as on 01 Jan 2026).
· Selection is merit-based (no written exam) — based on Class 10 marks.
📊 Vacancy & Posts
The 2026 GDS recruitment includes approximately 28,000+ vacancies for different Gramin Dak Sevak posts across multiple postal circles in India.
📝 Selection Process
· Registration & online application
· Verification of details
· Shortlisting on merit list (Class 10 marks)
· Document verification and final selection
🪪 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
1. Visit the official GDS Online Engagement portal: https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
2. Complete Stage-1 Registration with your name, mobile number, and email.
3. After login, fill the Online Application Form.
4. Upload necessary documents and photograph/signature.
5. Pay application fee (if applicable).
6. Submit and print application confirmation for future reference.
💼 Job Profile & Salary
GDS appointees work as Gramin Dak Sevaks in rural and semi-urban post offices, handling mail delivery, postal services, retail and financial services.
While official salary details vary by circle and post, typical compensation includes Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) with allowances and periodic DA increments as per government norms.
📢 Note to Candidates: Ensure all details are correctly entered during registration and application. Only one application per candidate is permitted. Regularly check the official portal for updated information, merit list releases, and notifications.
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