India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Apply Dates, Fees and Process
Check India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 vacancies, key dates, eligibility points, application steps, fees and DigiLocker marksheet verification.
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India Post has opened registration for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Schedule II recruitment 2026. The drive offers 23,757 vacancies for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak posts.
Candidates who want to apply must first register on the official India Post website, indiapost.gov.in. The registration window will close on September 19, 2026. The online application form will be available from September 2 to September 21.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration starts | September 1, 2026 |
| Last date for registration | September 19, 2026 |
| Application form submission | September 2 to September 21, 2026 |
| Application correction window | September 23 to September 24, 2026 |
The dates apply to the Schedule II recruitment cycle. Candidates should save a copy of the official notification and check it before filling in the form. Recruitment rules can vary by post and postal circle.
Posts and number of vacancies
The recruitment covers GDS posts in post offices under the Department of Posts. The posts include:
- Branch Postmaster, or BPM
- Assistant Branch Postmaster, or ABPM
- Dak Sevak
There are 23,757 vacancies in total. The post-wise and circle-wise vacancy details should be checked in the official notification. This is important because the available posts, local language rules and other conditions may differ across postal circles.
Who should apply?
Applicants must check the notification for the full eligibility rules before they begin. These rules may include Class 10 qualification, age limits, local language knowledge and computer skills. The Class 10 marks may also play a key role in the selection process.
Do not rely on old GDS notifications or social media posts. Use the 2026 Schedule II notification as your main source. A small detail in the notification can save a large headache later. Forms and headaches rarely make good friends.
How to register for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official India Post website at indiapost.gov.in.
- Open the GDS recruitment section on the home page.
- Select the link for Schedule II recruitment 2026.
- Choose the registration option and enter the required personal details.
- Use an active mobile number and email address, if requested.
- Complete the registration and note the registration number.
- Log in during the application window and fill in the online form.
- Upload the photograph and signature in the required format.
- Pay the fee, if applicable, and submit the form.
- Download and save the final application form and payment receipt.
India Post has stated that candidates do not need to upload supporting documents with the application form. However, applicants must upload a recent photograph and signature as per the size and format given on the recruitment portal.
Application fee and exemptions
The application fee for general category candidates is ₹100. The fee is not required for female candidates, Scheduled Caste candidates, Scheduled Tribe candidates, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities and transgender women candidates.
Applicants should check the payment page before submitting the form. If a fee applies, keep the transaction details safe. A screenshot may help if the payment status takes time to update.
Class 10 marksheet verification through DigiLocker
India Post may verify Class 10 marks digitally when the records are available through DigiLocker. The process may use the API SETU Portal of the Department of e-Governance under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
Applicants may need to provide the consent or undertaking listed in Annexure-X of the GDS notification. This consent allows the Department of Posts to access the Class 10 marksheet for checking the academic details entered in the form.
Details to check before final submission
- Spelling of your name as shown in the Class 10 record
- Date of birth and category details
- Postal circle and post preferences
- Mobile number and email address
- Photograph and signature size
- Registration number and payment status
If you spot an error after submission, use the correction facility from September 23 to September 24, 2026. Keep your login details ready, since the correction window is open for only two days.
