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Apply for Department of Posts (DoP) Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II Recruitment 2026. Check eligibility, key dates, and vacancy details below.
The Department of Posts, Ministry of Communication, Government of India, is recruiting Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) for the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak. The engagement offers a Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) ranging from Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 29,380/- per month, with vacancies available across various circles/divisions.
| Online One-Time Registration Start Date | 31.08.2026 |
| Online One-Time Registration Last Date | 19.09.2026 |
| Online Application Submission Start Date | 02.09.2026 |
| Online Application Submission Last Date | 21.09.2026 |
| Age Limit | •SC/ST: 5 years •OBC: 3 years •PwBD: 10 years •PwBD + OBC: 13 years •PwBD + SC/ST: 15 years |
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the GDS online Engagement Portal (https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement) to obtain a unique Registration Number.
Ensure you have an active email ID and mobile number, as all important communications will be sent to them.
Keep necessary information/documents ready before proceeding with registration.
Proceed to fill the online application form after successful registration.
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Online One-Time Registration is from 31.08.2026 to 19.09.2026 (upto 1700 Hrs). Submission of online applications and fee payment is from 02.09.2026 to 21.09.2026 (upto 1700 Hrs). A correction window for registration/application forms will be available from 23.09.2026 to 24.09.2026 (upto 1700 Hrs).
The engagement is for Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) in the roles of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak in various offices of the Department of Posts.
GDS are paid a Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA). The TRCA Slab for Branch Postmaster (BPM) is Rs.12,000/- to Rs.29,380/- per month, and for Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)/Dak Sevak, it is Rs.10,000/- to Rs.24,470/- per month. They are also entitled to Dearness Allowance and other social security benefits.
Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age. The educational qualification required is a Secondary School Examination (SSE) pass certificate of 10th standard with passing marks in Mathematics and English from any recognized Board. Candidates must also have studied the local language up to 10th standard, possess knowledge of computers and cycling, and have adequate means of livelihood.
Yes, age relaxations are provided: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), 13 years for PwBD + OBC, and 15 years for PwBD + SC/ST.
The selection process is merit-based, primarily on the marks obtained in the 10th standard Secondary School Examination. There is no written examination. Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification.
BPMs manage day-to-day postal operations, IPPB, and marketing. ABPMs assist BPMs with tasks like stamp sales, mail delivery, and IPPB transactions. Dak Sevaks handle stamps, stationery, mail delivery, IPPB, and assist Postmasters in various office functions, including sorting and mail handling.
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official portal https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement. The process involves a One-Time Registration (OTR) followed by filling out the online application form, uploading a photograph and signature, and paying the application fee.
The notification schedule mentions 'fee payment' as part of the application process. However, the specific amount of the application fee is not detailed in the provided text.
Yes, for Arunachal Pradesh, candidates need knowledge of English or Hindi (up to 10th standard) and a notified tribal local language. For Goa, Konkani or Marathi (up to 10th standard) is required, with proficiency in Konkani if only Marathi was studied. For Sikkim, English and one of 12 specified languages (e.g., Nepali, Bhutia) up to 10th standard. For Nagaland, English or Hindi (up to 10th standard) and knowledge of one of 19 tribal local languages/dialects.
| Fee Payment Last Date | 21.09.2026 |
| Correction Window Start Date | 23.09.2026 |
| Correction Window Last Date | 24.09.2026 |
| General, OBC, EWS (Male) | ₹ 100 |
| Female, SC, ST, PwBD, Transwomen | ₹ 0 (Exempted) |
No written examination is conducted for GDS engagement. Selection is based on merit of 10th standard marks.
No specific syllabus is prescribed as selection is based on academic merit of 10th standard marks.
Upload your recent photograph and signature as prescribed in the portal.
Pay the application fee, if applicable, during the application submission period.
Utilize the edit/correction window (23.09.2026 to 24.09.2026) to rectify any mistakes in your registration/application details before the final submission deadline.