The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India, has officially released the India Post GDS Notification 2026. This massive recruitment drive for the GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026, aims to fill 23,757 vacancies for the roles of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak across 23 postal circles.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Key Overview
| Organisation- Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India Posts- Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak Mode of Application- Online Official website- https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement |
Important Dates Notification Release Date โ August 20, 2026 Registration Starts โ August 31, 2026 Registration Ends โ September 19, 2026 (5 pm) GDS Apply Online Starts โ September 2, 2026 Last Date to Apply Online โ September 21, 2026 (5 pm) Online Fee Payment โ September 21, 2026 Correction in Application Forms โ September 23, 24, 2026 |
Steps to Submit India Post GDS Recruitment Online Form 2026
- Visit the official India Post GDS portal at https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
- New applicants must complete the initial registration using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Securely save the registration number and password generated after successful registration.
- General and OBC candidates must pay the Rs. 100 application fee online (SC/ST/PwD/Female/Transgender are exempt).
- Login to the portal to fill out the detailed application form.
- Verify your mobile number and registration ID before selecting your desired postal division and preferences.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph (20-50kb) and signature (10-20kb) in JPG/JPEG format.
- Choose the appropriate Divisional Head for your selected area to ensure smooth document verification.
- Review all details carefully before final submission, as the fee is non-refundable.
Document Checklist
- 10th Class Mark Sheet/Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Computer Training Certificate
- Physically Handicapped (PwD) Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent Passport-Size Photograph and Scanned Signature
Circle-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Name of Circle | Final Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | 2431 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2118 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1691 |
| West Bengal | 1762 |
| Total | 23757 |
Important Resources
For more details on the pay scale and benefits, refer to the India Post GDS Salary Structure & Perks- Click to Check. You may also access the official application link here: India Post GDS Apply Online 2026 Link (Active).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Important Links & Resources
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