🔷 INTRODUCTION
Good news for job seekers looking for an odisha govt job this season! The India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 notification has officially been released by the Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, offering more than 25,000 expected vacancies for Gramin Dak Sevak posts across India. This is one of the biggest jobs in odisha and across the country for Class 10 pass candidates, and the online application process begins on 2 September 2026.
🔷 📋 JOB OVERVIEW
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India |
| Post Name | Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak |
| Total Vacancy | 25,000+ (Expected, tentative) |
| Job Location | Rural Post Offices across various Circles/Divisions in India |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Category | Government / Postal Department Job |
🔷 📅 IMPORTANT DATES
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20 August 2026 |
| Online Registration (OTR) Starts | 31 August 2026 |
| Application Starting Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Correction Window | 23 to 24 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | No written exam – merit based selection |
🔷 📊 VACANCY DETAILS
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | Included in 25,000+ (tentative) |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) | Included in 25,000+ (tentative) |
| Dak Sevak | Included in 25,000+ (tentative) |
Note: Exact circle-wise and division-wise vacancy numbers are not mentioned in the main notification. Candidates should check the official portal for the tentative division-wise vacancy list before applying.
🔷 🎓 EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
To apply for thisIndia Post GDS Recruitment, candidates must have passed Class 10th (Secondary School Examination) from a recognised board, with passing marks in Mathematics and English. Candidates must also have studied the local language of the applied circle up to 10th standard. Basic computer knowledge and cycling ability are also required.
🔷 🔞 AGE LIMIT
| Age Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Age Relaxation (SC/ST) | 5 Years |
| Age Relaxation (OBC) | 3 Years |
| Age Relaxation (PwBD) | 10 Years |
| Age Relaxation (PwBD+OBC) | 13 Years |
| Age Relaxation (PwBD+SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Age Relaxation (EWS) | No Relaxation |
Age will be calculated as on the last date of application submission (21 September 2026).
🔷 💰 SALARY DETAILS
| Post Name | TRCA (Pay) Slab |
|---|---|
| Branch Postmaster (BPM) | ₹12,000 – ₹29,380 |
| ABPM / Dak Sevak | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 |
GDS employees also get an annual increment of 3%, Dearness Allowance, GDS Gratuity, and Service Discharge Benefit (similar to NPS).
🔷 💳 APPLICATION FEES
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS (Male) | ₹100/- |
| SC/ST | Nil (Exempted) |
| Female (All Categories) | Nil (Exempted) |
| PwBD / Transwomen | Nil (Exempted) |
Payment can be made via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. The fee is non-refundable.
🔷 ✅ SELECTION PROCESS FOR India Post GDS Recruitment
- There is no written exam for this recruitment.
- Selection is based purely on a merit list generated from Class 10 marks/grades.
- Marks are converted from grades or CGPA using a fixed formula where required.
- Shortlisted candidates go through document verification.
- This is followed by provisional engagement and 3 days of basic training.
- Final regularisation happens after antecedent verification.
🔷📄 REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR India Post GDS Recruitment
- Class 10th Mark sheet and Certificate
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per specification)
- Signature (as per specification)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD, if applicable)
- Valid mobile number and email ID
- Identity proof
🔷 📝 HOW TO APPLY (STEP-BY-STEP)
- Visit the official GDS Online Engagement Portal.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) using mobile number and email ID.
- Log in with your Registration Number and password.
- Fill in personal details, education details, and select your preferred Division/Post.
- Upload photograph and signature as per the given format.
- Pay the application fee (if not exempted).
- Preview and submit the application form.
- Take a printout for future reference.
🔷🔗 IMPORTANT LINKS FOR India Post GDS Recruitment
- Notification PDF: Click Here
- Apply Online Link: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
🔷 ⚠️ IMPORTANT POINTS
- Only one registration is allowed per candidate; duplicate entries will be cancelled.
- No documents need to be uploaded at the application stage, only photo and signature.
- Name, DOB, and parents’ names must match exactly with the 10th certificate.
- Mobile number and email ID cannot be changed once registered.
- Reservation applies as per government norms: SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD (1% each sub-category).
- No prior experience is required for this post.
- India Post never calls applicants for personal details — beware of fraud calls.
🔷 FAQ❓
Q1. What is the last date to apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 21 September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
Q2. What is the qualification required for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have passed Class 10th with Maths and English, along with knowledge of the local language.
Q3. What is the salary for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
Salary (TRCA) ranges from ₹10,000 to ₹29,380 depending on the post.
Q4. How can I apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online through the official GDS portal after completing registration and submitting the form with the required fee.
