The Department of Posts has announced GDS Schedule-II July 2026 recruitment for BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak posts under Notification No. 17-12/2026-GDS, dated 20 August 2026.
Online registration will start from 31 August 2026, followed by application submission from 2 September 2026. Eligible 10th-pass candidates will be selected through a merit list based on their Class 10 marks, with no written examination or interview.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications |
| Recruitment | GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026 |
| Notification No. | 17-12/2026-GDS |
| Notification Date | 20 August 2026 |
| Posts | BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak |
| Total Vacancy | 23757 |
| Registration Starts | 31 August 2026 |
| Application Starts | 2 September 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Selection | Class 10 Merit |
| Written Exam | No |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Various Postal Circles/Divisions across India |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | 20 August 2026 |
| Registration | 31 Aug – 19 Sep 2026 |
| Online Application | 2 Sep – 21 Sep 2026 |
| Correction Window | 23 – 24 Sep 2026 |
| Supplementary List, if any | Up to Last of 2026 |
Vacancy Details
circle wise vaccancy:-
| Postal Circle | Vacancies |
| Andhra Pradesh | 917 |
| Assam | 414 |
| Bihar | 1,098 |
| Chhattisgarh | 762 |
| Delhi | 16 |
| Gujarat | 499 |
| Haryana | 87 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 335 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 340 |
| Jharkhand | 1,379 |
| Karnataka | 1,116 |
| Kerala | 1,373 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 1,450 |
| Maharashtra | 2,431 |
| North Eastern | 2,614 |
| Odisha | 1,353 |
| Punjab | 122 |
| Rajasthan | 1,009 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2,118 |
| Telangana | 419 |
| Uttarakhand | 452 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,691 |
| West Bengal | 1,762 |
| Total | 23,757 |
Category Wise Vacancy:-
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 10,640 |
| OBC | 4433 |
| SC | 3,082 |
| ST | 2,773 |
| EWS | 2,160 |
| PwD | 669 |
| Total | 23,757 |
Bihar & Jharkhand Vacancy:-
| Circle | Total |
| Jharkhand | 1,379 |
| Bihar | 1,098 |
| Bihar + Jharkhand | 2,477 |
Important Vacancy Points:-
→ Total: 23,757 GDS vacancies are available across different postal circles.
→ Highest Vacancies: North Eastern Circle – 2,614 posts.
→ Maharashtra: 2,431 posts.→ Bihar: 1,098 posts.→ Jharkhand: 1,379 posts.
→ Vacancy is distributed among UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS and PwD categories.
→ Vacancies are provisional and may change as per India Post’s official instructions.
→ Candidates should check the circle, category and local-language requirement before applying.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet the following basic qualification:
→ 10th/Secondary School Examination pass from a recognized board.
→ Must have passed Mathematics and English in Class 10.
→ Must have studied the required local language up to Class 10 for the selected Circle/Division.
Age Limit
| Particular | Age |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Post Details & Work
| Post | Main Duties |
| BPM | → Manages Branch Post Office operations, customer services and IPPB work. |
| ABPM | → Supports BPM, handles mail delivery, stamps/stationery and IPPB services. |
| Dak Sevak | → Handles mail delivery and other postal duties assigned by the Department. |
Salary /Pay scale/TRCA
GDS employees receive TRCA (Time Related Continuity Allowance) instead of a regular Central Government salary.
| Post | TRCA Range |
| BPM | ₹12,000 – ₹29,380 |
| ABPM / Dak Sevak | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 |
→ The actual amount depends on the applicable workload and engagement conditions.
Application Fee
| Candidate | Fee |
| General/OBC | 100 |
| All Female Candidates | 0 |
| Trans-Woman Candidates | 0 |
| SC/ST Candidates | 0 |
Selection Process
There is no written examination or interview for GDS engagement.
10th Marks → System-Generated Merit List → Document Verification → Joining
The merit list is prepared using the marks/grades obtained in the Class 10 Secondary School Examination. Candidates must enter their marks exactly as shown on the original marksheet.
How to Apply
Step 1 – Registration
→ Visit the official GDS portal.
→ Register with your mobile number and email ID.
→ Enter your personal and Class 10 details and verify by OTP.
Step 2 – Online Application
→ Login and fill in the required details.
→ Select Circle/Division and post preferences.
→ Upload photo/signature and pay the fee, if applicable.
→ Review and submit the application.
→ Correction Window: 23–24 September 2026.
Documents Required
→ Class 10 Marksheet/Certificate
→ Aadhaar/Valid ID
→ Category/EWS/PwD Certificate, if applicable
→ Recent Photograph→ Signature
Note: Original documents will be verified if the candidate is shortlisted.
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
| Official GDS Online Engagement Portal | Click here |
| India Post GDS Official Portal | Click here |
| Official Notification | Click here |
Important Note
JobFikar.com advises candidates to rely on the official Department of Posts notification and GDS portal for the final vacancy position, eligibility and application details. The total vacancy figure has deliberately not been assumed in this article because it is not clearly specified in the official notification. Candidates should check the latest Circle/Division-wise vacancies before selecting their preferences.