Post Office GDS Bharti 2026: Mega Recruitment for 23,757 GDS Posts in India Post

Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026

Post Office GDS Bharti 2026. Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India. Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026/India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 for 23,757 GDS-Branch Post Master (BPM), GDS-Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM) & Dak Sevak Posts*. sarkarinaukri2026.com

Post Date: 28Aug 2026 Last Update: 31 Aug 2026

Post Office GDS Bharti 2026: India Post Recruitment 2026

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Advertisement No.: 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20th, August, 2026
Total: 23,757 Posts
Name of the Post & Details:

 

Post No. Name of the Post No. of Posts
1 GDS-Branch Post Master (BPM) 23,757
2 GDS-Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM)
3 Dak Sevak
Total 23,757

 

Educational Qualification: (i) 10th Pass (ii) Knowledge of Computer (iii) Knowledge of Cycling
Age Limit: 18 to 40 years as on 21 September 2026 [SC/ST: 05 Years Relaxation, OBC: 03 Years Relaxation]
Job Location: All India
Fee: General/OBC/EWS: ₹100/- [SC/ST/PWD/Transwomen/Female: No Fee]
Application Mode: Online
Important Dates:


Online One-Time Registration Date: 31 August to 19 September 2026

  • Last Date of Online Application: 02 to 21 September 2026 (05:00 PM)
  • Application Edit Date: 23 to 24 September 2026
Important Links:

 

Important Links Link
Notification (PDF) Click Here
Online Application Apply Online
Official Website Click Here
Age Calculator Click Here

 

Post Office GDS Bharti 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is Post Office GDS Bharti 2026?

Post Office GDS Bharti 2026 is a large-scale recruitment drive conducted by India Post to fill Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts across different postal circles in India.

Q2. How many vacancies are announced in India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?

A total of 23,757 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment.

Q3. Which posts are included in Post Office GDS Bharti 2026?

The recruitment includes the following posts:

  • GDS – Branch Post Master (BPM)
  • GDS – Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM)
  • Dak Sevak

Q4. What educational qualifications are required for GDS posts?

Candidates must have:

  • 10th Pass from a recognized board
  • Basic knowledge of computer
  • Knowledge of cycling (mandatory for most circles)

Q5. Is higher education, like 12th pass or graduation, required for GDS Bharti?

No. Only a 10th pass qualification is required. Higher education is not mandatory.

Q6. What is the age limit for Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026?

The age limit is 18 to 40 years as of 21 September 2026.

Age relaxation is applicable as follows:

  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC: 3 years

Q7. Is there any application fee for GDS Bharti 2026?

  • General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
  • SC / ST / PWD / Transwomen / Female candidates: No fee

Q8. What is the job location for GDS posts?

The job location is All India, based on postal circles and preferences selected by the candidate.

Q9. What is the selection process for Post Office GDS Bharti 2026?

Selection is merit-based, based on 10th standard marks.

There is no written exam or interview.

Q10. What is the mode of application for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?

The application mode is Online only through the official India Post GDS portal.

Q11. What is One-Time Registration (OTR) and when can it be done?

One-Time Registration is mandatory before applying.

OTR dates: 31 August to 19 September 2026

Q12. What is the last date to apply online for GDS Bharti 2026?

The last date for online application is 21 September 2026 (05:00 PM).

Q13. Can candidates edit their application after submission?

Yes. The application correction window will be open from 23 to 24 September 2026.

Q14. Is Post Office GDS a permanent job?

GDS posts are not regular government posts, but they offer job security, fixed income, and future promotional benefits as per India Post rules.

Q15. Where can candidates get the latest updates about GDS Bharti 2026?

Candidates should regularly check the official India Post website and trusted job portals like for updates and merit list notifications.

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