Department of Post, India Post has released a notification for the recruitment of India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026 Posts. A total of 23,757 positions are available. The One-Time Registration process started on 31 August 2026 and ended on 19 September 2026, while online applications opened on 02 September 2026 and close on 21 September 2026. The minimum age required is 18 years and the maximum age is 40 years as on 21 September 2026. Candidates must have passed Class 10 with Mathematics and English along with knowledge of the local language. Selection will be based on merit list followed by document verification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Form Registration Start Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Form Registration Last Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Form Submission Start Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Form Submission Last Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Correction Date | 23 – 24 September 2026 |
| Merit List | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹ 0/- |
| All Category Female | ₹ 0/- |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Age Limit
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Age relaxation as per rules.
Vacancy Details
Category Wise Vacancy Details
| Category Name | No. Of Post |
|---|---|
| General | 10640 |
| EWS | 2160 |
| OBC | 4433 |
| SC | 3082 |
| ST | 2773 |
| PWD – A | 192 |
| PWD – B | 227 |
| PWD – C | 178 |
| PWD – DE | 72 |
Circle Wise Vacancy Details
| State Name | Language | No. of Post |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 1691 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1098 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 16 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 1450 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 1009 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 87 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 452 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 762 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 335 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 1379 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 1353 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 499 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1116 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1373 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 917 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 419 |
| Tamil Naidu | Tamil | 2118 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani/Marathi | 2431 |
| Punjab | Punjabi / English / Hindi | 122 |
| Assam | Assamese/Asomiya / Bengali/Bangla / Bodo / Hindi / English | 414 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Hindi / English / Nepali | 1762 |
| North Eastern | Bengali / Hindi / English / Manipuri / English / Mizo | 2504 |
| Jammu / Kashmir | Hindi / Urdu | 340 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Gramin Dak Sewak GDS 2026 | Candidates Must Have Passed Class 10 with Mathematics and English and must know the local language. |
Selection Process
| Stage |
|---|
| Based On Merit List |
| Document Verification |
| Final Selection |
How to Apply Online
- Interested candidates can submit their application online before 21 September 2026.
- Use the apply online link provided in the important links section.
- Visit the official website of India Post to complete the application process.
- Complete the application before the deadline of 21 September 2026.
- Read the official notification carefully before filling the form.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Online Registration Form | Click Here |
| Check Circle Wise Notification | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| Check Sarkari Result | Click Here |
| India Post GDS Official Website | Click Here |
FAQ Section
Q: When will the online application for India Post Gramin Dak Sevak GDS Recruitment 2026 Start?
A: The online application for this recruitment has started on 02 September 2026.
Q: What is the last date for online application for India Post Gramin Dak Sevak GDS Online Form 2026?
A: The last date for online application Form is 21 September 2026.
Q: What is the age limit for India Post Gramin Dak Sevak GDS Bharti 2026?
A: The age limit for India Post Gramin Dak Sevak GDS Bharti 2026 is as follows: The minimum age is 18 and the maximum age is 40 years as on 21 September 2026.
Q: What is the eligibility for India Post Gramin Dak Sevak GDS Vacancy 2026?
A: Candidates Must Have Passed Class 10 with Mathematics and English and must know the local language. Check the official notification for details.
Q: What is the official website for India Post GDS?
A: The official website for India Post GDS is https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in/