India Post has released the GDS Recruitment 2026 Notification to fill thousands of vacancies across India. This recruitment drive is a great opportunity for 10th pass candidates who want to secure a central government job without appearing for a written examination.
The Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) recruitment is conducted by the Department of Posts, Government of India, and candidates are selected based on merit prepared from 10th class marks.
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Department of Posts (India Post) |
| Recruitment Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026 |
| Posts | BPM, ABPM, Dak Sevak |
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Selection Process | Merit Based |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
Posts Available in GDS Recruitment
The recruitment includes three main positions.
1. Branch Postmaster (BPM)
The Branch Postmaster is responsible for managing the branch post office operations in rural areas.
2. Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
ABPM assists the Branch Postmaster and handles postal services and customer support.
3. Dak Sevak
Dak Sevaks handle mail delivery, postal operations, and support services in rural areas.
Selection Process
One of the biggest advantages of the India Post GDS recruitment is that there is no written exam.
Selection is done based on:
- Merit list prepared from 10th class marks
- Automatic generation of merit through the online system
- Document verification for shortlisted candidates
Required Documents
Applicants should keep the following documents ready:
- 10th Class Marks Memo
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Local Language Certificate
- Passport Size Photo
- Signature
How to Apply for India Post GDS 2026
Follow these steps to apply online.
- Visit the official website
👉 https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in - Click on GDS Recruitment 2026 Apply Online
- Register with your mobile number and email
- Fill the online application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and download the confirmation
Application Fee
- General / OBC: ₹100
- SC / ST / PWD / Female: No fee
Grameena Dak Sevak (GDS) Merit List & Results
India Post GDS 2026 Result / Merit List
The India Post GDS 2026 Result will be released in the form of a merit list on the official website. Since the recruitment process does not include a written examination, the merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the 10th class (SSC).
Candidates who have applied for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts can check their selection status by downloading the merit list PDF from the official portal.
The merit list will contain the following details:
- Candidate Name
- Registration Number
- Postal Circle
- Category
- Percentage of Marks
- Selected Post (BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak)
Candidates whose names appear in the merit list will be called for document verification before the final appointment.
Check here – GDS Merit List New