India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 28,630 Gramin Dak Sevak Posts

India Post has officially opened the doors for thousands of aspirants seeking a career as Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS). The Department of Post released the notification on its portal, announcing a total of 28,630 vacancies across the nation. The online registration window is narrow – it began on 31 January 2026 and will close on 14 February 2026. Candidates who meet the age, educational, and computer‑skill requirements can now submit their applications, pay the nominal fee (if applicable), and await the merit list.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Note: The merit list will be announced later on the official portal.

Application Fee Details

Vacancy & Eligibility Criteria

• Age Limit: Candidates must be 18 years or older but not exceed 40 years as of 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per the India Post GDS recruitment rules.
• Educational Qualification:
  • Minimum – Pass in Class 10 (or equivalent) from any recognized board with Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects.
  • Must hold a Basic Computer Training Certificate (minimum 60‑day course).
  • Proficiency in the local language of the assigned postal circle (both speaking and writing) is mandatory.

Category‑wise Vacancy Breakdown

State‑wise Vacancy Highlights

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For a complete circle‑wise and category‑wise vacancy list, click the “Download Circle Wise Vacancy Details” link in the “Important Links” section.

How to Apply Online?

Follow these six straightforward steps to submit your application for the India Post GDS 2026 recruitment:

1. Open the official portal – go to https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in (or click the “Apply Online” button below).
2. Create a new user account – provide a valid email address and mobile number; you will receive an OTP for verification.
3. Fill in personal and academic details – ensure the information matches the official notification (especially name spelling, date of birth, and qualification).
4. Upload required documents – scanned copies of your Class 10 mark sheet, computer training certificate, passport‑size photograph, and signature.
5. Pay the application fee – choose any of the accepted online payment methods; fee exemption is automatically applied for eligible categories.
6. Submit and print the confirmation page – keep a PDF copy for future reference; it contains your registration number, which you’ll need for later stages (corrections, merit list, etc.).

Tip: Double‑check every entry before final submission. Errors can only be corrected during the limited correction window (18‑19 Feb 2026).

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Conclusion

The India Post GDS 2026 drive offers a massive entry point into the government postal service. With 28,630 openings and a short application window, eligible candidates should act quickly, verify every detail against the official notification, and submit their forms before 14 February 2026.

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