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News India Live, Digital Desk: Indian Postal Department (India Post) has completed preparations to release the official notification of recruitment to the posts of ‘Gramin Dak Sevak’ (GDS) for the year 2026. This year in various postal circles across the country approximately 45,500 Recruitment will be done on more than 100 posts. The biggest feature of this recruitment is that there will be no written examination or interview; Selection will be done directly on the basis of 10th marks.
1. Complete details of recruitment (Vacancy Details)
The Indian Postal Department will make appointments on three main posts through this recruitment:
BPM (Branch Post Master): Their job is to manage the branch and look after the operations of India Post Payments Bank (IPPB).
ABPM (Assistant Branch Post Master): They help in the sale of postage stamps and distribution of mail.
Postal Service: Their main job is to sort mail and ensure door-to-door delivery.
2. Who can apply? (Eligibility Criteria)
The eligibility conditions for joining this recruitment have been kept quite simple:
| Criteria | Description |
|---|---|
| Educational qualification | from recognized board 10th (Secondary) It is mandatory to pass. Must have studied Mathematics and English subjects. |
| age limit | minimum 18 years and maximum 40 years. (OBC/SC/ST exempted as per government rules). |
| knowledge of language | Of the circle from which you are applying local language It is necessary to have knowledge of. |
| Other | Must know how to ride a bicycle and basic knowledge of computer is necessary. |
3. Important Dates and Application Process
India Post official website indiapostgdsonline.gov.in The application process is going to start soon:
Date of release of notification: In the first week of February 2026.
Online Application Start: 10 February 2026 (potential).
Last date of application: By the first week of March 2026.
Application Fee: For General/OBC ₹100While applicable for SC/ST and all women free of charge Is.
4. Selection Process: How will the merit list be prepared? (Selection Process)
There is no secret formula for selection in GDS Recruitment, everything is transparent:
Merit List: An auto-generated merit list is prepared based on your 10th class marks.
Document Verification: After the name appears in the list, the selected candidates have to reach the concerned division office with the original documents.
Training: After successful verification, 15 days basic training is given. Will those with 70-80% marks be selected?
Since there is no examination, the cut-off remains quite high. Last year, the cut-off had gone above 95% in many circles. However, in some circles of North-Eastern states and rural areas, candidates with 80% to 85% also get a chance. While applying, choose the ‘Division’ very carefully where the cut-off was lower last time.
