Department of Posts, Notification No: 17-37/2025-GDS (Pt.I) 28740 total posts of GDS, BPM, ABPM

Important Dates

  • Notification Release: 30-01-2026
  • Application Start Date: 31-01-2026
  • Last Date to Registration: 14-02-2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 16-02-2026
EventsDates
GDS Notification 2026 Release Date30th Jan 2026
Online Registration Dates31st Jan 2026 – 14th Feb 2026 (17:00 Hrs)
Submission of online applications and fee payment2nd to 16th Feb 2026 (17:00 Hrs)
Application Correction18th to 19th Feb 2026 (17:00 Hrs)
1st Merit List Released28th Feb 2026 (Expected)

Vacancy Details

  • Post Name: Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) – Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak
  • Total Vacancies: 28635 
  • Job Location: Across India

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: 10th Standard (SSE) with passing marks in Mathematics and English

Age Limit (as of 16/02/2026):

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 40 Years
  • Age Relaxation: As per govt rules
CategoryAge Relaxation
SC/ST (Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe)5 Years
OBC (Other Backward Classes)3 Years
EWS (Economically Weaker Sections)No relaxation
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities)10 years
PwBD + OBC13 years
PwBD + SC/ST15 years

Application Fee

  • General / OBC: ₹ 100/-
  • SC / ST / PwBD: ₹ No fee
  • Payment Mode: Online

Selection Process

  • Written Exam
  • Skill Test / Interview (if applicable)
  • Document Verification

How to Apply

  • Visit official website
  • Open recruitment section
  • Register & fill out the application form
  • Upload documents
  • Pay fee & submit form

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