Preparation for 19th Rozgar Mela 2026: GDS Candidate Identification Guidelines
Preparation for 19th Rozgar Mela May 2026: Identification of GDS Candidates
The Department of Posts has issued instructions regarding the preparation for the 19th Rozgar Mela scheduled to be held in May 2026. The communication focuses on identifying suitable Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) candidates who will participate in the event and receive their engagement orders.
As per the official communication dated 21 April 2026, the 19th tranche of Rozgar Mela is proposed to be conducted at 47 locations across 20 States and Union Territories.
For this purpose, it has been decided that 15 GDS candidates will be required at each location. These candidates are expected to be physically present during the Rozgar Mela to receive their engagement orders from the concerned dignitaries.
Circles have been instructed to identify these candidates carefully. The candidates should preferably be selected from the same division or nearby divisions. Priority is to be given to candidates listed in the Supplementary List-1 of GDS Engagement Schedule January 2026. However, candidates from the main merit list (List-1) may also be considered in cases where provisional engagement orders have not yet been issued.
The department has clarified that pre-engagement formalities such as document verification and training will continue as usual. However, the provisional engagement orders will be formally issued only on the day of the Rozgar Mela. The event is likely to be held on 09 May 2026, although the exact date will be communicated separately by the Personnel Division.
In addition to candidate identification, circles are required to submit updated details of the selected candidates through a prescribed spreadsheet. The deadline for submission of this information has been fixed as 28 April 2026.
The document also provides a detailed list of 47 locations where the Rozgar Mela will be conducted. These include major cities such as Guntur, Visakhapatnam, Patna, Raipur, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad (Secunderabad), Lucknow, Kolkata, and several others across different states.
This initiative is part of the Government of India’s ongoing efforts to provide employment opportunities and ensure transparent recruitment processes. The participation of GDS candidates in Rozgar Mela will not only formalize their engagement but also highlight the importance of postal services in rural connectivity and development.
In conclusion, the preparation for the 19th Rozgar Mela involves coordinated efforts by all circles to identify eligible candidates, complete formalities, and ensure their presence at designated locations. This step is expected to streamline the engagement process and provide a significant boost to employment generation in the postal department.