India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 28,636 Posts

Age Details

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 40 years
• Age relaxations as per government rules may apply for certain categories.

Educational Qualifications

• Secondary School Examination (SSE) pass certificate of 10th standard with passing marks in Mathematics and English from a recognized Board.
• The applicant must have studied the local language at least up to 10th standard from a recognized board. Local language details are provided in Annexure-III.
• Special provisions apply for engagement in Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, and Sikkim regarding local language requirements.

Essential Qualifications

• Knowledge of computers
• Knowledge of cycling
• Adequate means of livelihood

Desirable

• For BPM posts, the candidate must arrange accommodation for running the Branch Post Office at their own cost.
• Ability to work in rural areas
• Ability to use smartphones, laptops, or computer devices

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 28/01/2026
• Online Registration Start: 31/01/2026
• Online Registration End / Fee Payment End: 14/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs)
• Submission of Online Applications and Fee Payment: 02/02/2026 to 16/02/2026 (upto 1700 Hrs)
• Corrections Window: 18/02/2026
• Document Verification: Within 15 days from shortlisting
• Joining Formalities: Within 30 days from offer of provisional engagement
• Process of Engagement Closes: 30/06/2026

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹100
• Fee exemption: Female candidates, SC/ST, PwD, and Transgender applicants

Payment Mode

Online payment via Credit/Debit cards, Net Banking, or UPI

Note: The fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.

General Information

• Only one registration per candidate is allowed.
• Uploads: Only recent photograph and signature are required; other documents are not to be attached with the application.
• Ensure all details are accurate as per SSC (Class X) marksheet.
• GDS are not regular government employees; their terms are governed by GDS (Conduct and Engagement) Rules, 2020.
• GDS posts require a minimum of four hours and a maximum of five hours of work per day.
• GDS cannot be retained beyond 65 years of age.
• BPM selected candidates must arrange accommodation for running the Branch Post Office at their own cost.
• The Department reserves the right to modify or cancel the notification or revise the number of posts at any time without notice.
• Past government dismissal or compulsory retirement bars may apply to applicants.
• No elective office holders will be considered for engagement.
• Verification of Secondary Level Marksheets may be conducted via API SETU Portal/Digi Locker if available online.

How to Apply

• Applications must be submitted online at https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
• The process consists of (A) One-Time Registration and (B) Filling of Online Application
• Maintain an active email and mobile number for registration; the same contact details cannot be used for multiple applicants
• Prepare: mobile number (OTP verified), email ID (OTP verified), and Matriculation year/board information
• After registration, a registration number will be sent to the registered contact details
• Upload required documents and preview before final submission
• Pay the fee, if applicable, before final submission
• Applicants may apply for one or more vacancies in a single Division; if shortlisted for multiple posts, only the highest-preference post will be offered