India Post Gramin Dak Sevak – 23757 Posts Recruitment 2026 – 23,757 Vacancies | Apply Online
📋 Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India (GDS Section)
Brief Role
Recruitment Notification 2026 | All India
⛔ Applications Closed — The last date to apply has passed. This page is kept for reference. Check latest notifications for new vacancies.
⚡ At a Glance
- Vacancies23,757
- QualificationSecondary School Examination (SSE)/10th standard pass certificate, with passing marks in Mathematics and English, from a Board recognized by the Government of India/State Governments/Union Territories. Candidates with equivalent qualification from any other board are not eligible.
- Application Fee02.09.2026 to 21.09.2026 (up to 1700 hrs)
- Last Date19-09-2026
Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India (GDS Section) has released an official recruitment notification for the post of Brief Role. A total of 23,757 vacancies have been announced for this government recruitment 2026. Candidates who have completed Secondary School Examination (SSE)/10th standard pass certificate, with passing marks in Mathematics and English, from a Board recognized by the Government of India/State Governments/Union Territories. Candidates with equivalent qualification from any other board are not eligible. from a recognized university or institution are eligible to apply. The last date to submit the online application is 19-09-2026. Read below for complete details on eligibility criteria, application fee, selection process, salary, and how to apply for this Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India (GDS Section) recruitment.
📋 Recruitment Overview
🎓 Eligibility & Requirements
Educational Qualification
Secondary School Examination (SSE)/10th standard pass certificate, with passing marks in Mathematics and English, from a Board recognized by the Government of India/State Governments/Union Territories. Candidates with equivalent qualification from any other board are not eligible.
💰 Fees & Salary
Application Fee
02.09.2026 to 21.09.2026 (up to 1700 hrs)
📅 Important Dates & Deadlines
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 19-09-2026 |
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the recruiting organization.
- Navigate to the Recruitment / Career section on the homepage.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link for Brief Role. Direct Apply Link.
- If you are a new user, click on New Registration to create your account with a valid email and mobile number.
- Log in with your credentials and fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and other required details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other required documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee of 02.09.2026 to 21.09.2026 (up to 1700 hrs) through online mode (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI).
- Review all the details carefully, submit the application, and take a printout for future reference.
🔗 Important Links
📑 Additional Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Particulars | Details |
| Notification Number | 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20 August 2026 |
| Engagement Cycle | GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026 |
| Posts | Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak |
| Mode Of Application | Online only |
| Registration Start Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Application Submission Window | 2 September 2026 to 21 September 2026 (up to 1700 hrs) |
| Official Website | indiapost.gov.in |
| Activity | Schedule |
| Notification Release Date | 20 August 2026 |
| Online One-Time Registration (Otr) | 31.08.2026 to 19.09.2026 (up to 1700 hrs) |
| Last Date For Issue Of Any Supplementary Shortlist | 31 December 2026 (engagement process closes after this date) |
| Circle Name | Total Vacancies |
| Andhra Pradesh Circle | 917 |
| Assam Circle | 414 |
| Bihar Circle | 1,098 |
| Chhattisgarh Circle | 762 |
| Gujarat Circle | 499 |
| Himachal Pradesh Circle | 335 |
| Jammu And Kashmir Circle | 340 |
| Jharkhand Circle | 1,379 |
| Karnataka Circle | 1,116 |
| Kerala Circle | 1,373 |
| Madhya Pradesh Circle | 1,450 |
| Maharashtra Circle | 2,431 |
| North Eastern Circle | 2,614 |
| Odisha Circle | 1,353 |
| Punjab Circle | 122 |
| Rajasthan Circle | 1,009 |
| Tamilnadu Circle | 2,118 |
| Telangana Circle | 419 |
| Uttarakhand Circle | 452 |
| Uttar Pradesh Circle | 1,691 |
| West Bengal Circle | 1,762 |
| Total | 23,757 |
| Branch Postmaster (Bpm) | Overall in-charge of a single-handed Branch Post Office (B.O.) – day-to-day postal operations, IPPB transactions, marketing/promotion of Department services, mail conveyance and delivery. Must arrange own accommodation for the Branch Post Office and reside in the post village. |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (Abpm) | Assists the BPM – sale of stamps/stationery, mail conveyance and doorstep delivery, IPPB transactions; may perform combined BPM duties when required. Must reside within the delivery jurisdiction of the concerned Post Office. |
| Dak Sevak | Engaged in Post Offices, Sorting Offices, Mail Offices, Transit Mail Offices, or Delivery Centres – handling of mail/parcels, sale of stamps and stationery, IPPB transactions, and assisting the Postmaster/Sub-Postmaster in office functioning. Must reside within the delivery jurisdiction of the concerned Post Office. |
| Criterion | Requirement |
| Local Language | Must have studied the local language (as prescribed post-wise for each Circle in Annexure-III of the notification) at least up to 10th standard from a recognized board. Special provisions apply for Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Sikkim, and Nagaland. |
| Category | Initial TRCA Slab |
| Assistant Branch Postmaster (Abpm)/Dak Sevak | ₹10,000/- to ₹24,470/- |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (Sc/St) | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (Obc) | 3 years |
| Economically Weaker Sections (Ews) | No relaxation |
| Persons With Benchmark Disabilities (Pwbd) | 10 years |
| Pwbd + Obc | 13 years |
| Pwbd + Sc/St | 15 years |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
⚠️ Important Notes:
- Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.
- Do not pay any money to middlemen or agents for government job applications.
- Keep printed copies of all submitted documents and application receipts.
- Check the official website regularly for updates, corrigendum, and corrections.
- Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification PDF carefully before filling out the application form.
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