India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 {28,000+ Posts} Apply Online, Merit List, Salary

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Online Form

Published: 31st Jan 2026 | Total Vacancy: 28,000+ Posts (Approx)

NOTIFICATION DETAILS :

Department of Post, India Post has released a major recruitment notification on the official website for the position of **Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)**. This recruitment drive aims to fill approximately **28,000+ positions** across India.

Eligible candidates who meet the age and educational criteria can submit their application online starting from **31 January 2026**. The selection is unique as it is based entirely on the **10th standard merit list**, meaning there is **no written exam**.

Department of Post (India Post)

India Post GDS Bharti 2026

resultbharat24.com

Important Dates & Application Fees

IMPORTANT DATES	APPLICATION FEE
Apply Start Date: 31 January 2026 Apply Last Date: 14 February 2026 Fee Payment Last Date: 16 February 2026 Correction Window: 18 - 19 February 2026 Merit List Release: Notify Soon	General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/- SC / ST / PH: ₹0/- All Category Female: ₹0/- Mode: Online (Card/Net Banking/UPI)

Age Limit & Total Vacancy

AGE LIMIT (As on 01.01.2026)	VACANCY DETAILS
Minimum Age: 18 Years. Maximum Age: 40 Years. Age relaxation Extra as per Department of Post rules.	28,000+ Posts (Gramin Dak Sevak GDS)

Eligibility Criteria & Document List

Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Secondary School) with passing marks in **Mathematics and English**. Candidates must have knowledge of the **Local Language** of the circle they are applying for.

Required for Online Application:

Mobile Number & Email ID (for Registration).
10th Class Marksheet & Certificate.
Scanned Passport Photograph & Signature.
Caste Certificate (if applying under reserved category).
PWD Certificate (if applicable).

Selection Process (Mode of Selection)

Stage	Description
Selection Basis	Merit List (Based on 10th Standard Marks)
Stage 1	Preparation of automated Merit List by system
Stage 2	Document Verification (DV) at designated centers
Stage 3	Medical Examination & Final Joining

GDS Selection & Document Prep

Local Language

Ensure you have studied the Local Language of your circle at least up to 10th standard.

Marks Calculation

Selection is purely on Marks %. Grades/Points will be converted as per official formula.

DV Ready

Keep Original Documents ready. Any mismatch in 10th marks will lead to rejection.

Circle Choice

Check Category-wise seats in your circle before applying to maximize selection chances.

Important Official Links

CLICK BELOW FOR OFFICIAL ACCESS
Online Registration Form	Click Here
Login (Already Registered)	Click Here
Download Official Notification	Download PDF
Official GDS Website	Visit Portal
Result Bharat 24 Home	Click Here

"बिना किसी लिखित परीक्षा के सरकारी नौकरी पाने का सुनहरा अवसर। अपनी 10वीं की मेहनत को सफलता में बदलें!"

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No, there is no written examination. Selection is strictly based on the Merit List prepared using marks obtained in Class 10th.

All female candidates (General/OBC/SC/ST) are exempted from paying the application fee (₹0/-).

No. It is mandatory to know the local language of the circle you are applying for, as specified in the official notification.

Note – छात्रो से ये अनुरोध किया जाता है की वो अपना फॉर्म भरने से पहले Official Notification को ध्यान से जरूर पढे उसके बाद ही अपना फॉर्म भरे ।