India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Process and Salary Structure

GDS Recruitment 2026: Are you aspiring to secure a central government job but worried about competitive written exams? The India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) recruitment 2026 brings a golden opportunity for you. This recruitment drive is unique because it selects candidates purely based on a merit list prepared from Class 10 (Madhyamik) marks, bypassing any written test or interview. Here is everything you need to know about the salary, eligibility, and application process.

Job Roles and Financial Benefits

The recruitment drive focuses on three primary profiles: Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak. To be eligible, candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age. However, age relaxations are applicable for SC, ST, OBC, and PH candidates as per government norms.

Salary Structure:

• Branch Postmaster (BPM): ₹12,000 – ₹29,380.
• ABPM / Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 – ₹24,470.

Key Dates and Application Fees

The registration window has opened on January 31, 2026. Candidates must complete their registration by February 14, 2026. However, the final submission of the application form can be done until February 16, 2026.

• Application Fee: ₹100 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates.
• Fee Exemption: SC, ST, and other reserved category candidates are exempted from paying any fee.

Step-by-Step Application Guide

A minor error in the online form can lead to rejection. Follow this structured guide to apply correctly:

1. Registration and Login
Visit the official new portal and click on ‘New Candidate Registration’. Verify your mobile number and email via OTP. Enter your basic details carefully—especially your name, parent’s name, DOB, and Community/Caste category. Once submitted, you will receive a Registration Number. Use this number to log in via ‘Candidate Login’.

2. Fill in Personal Details
After logging in, verify your auto-filled personal data. You will need to manually enter additional details such as marital status, disability status, and current employment status. Fill in your present and permanent address correctly.

3. Academic Details and Pro-Tip
Select your board and passing year. Enter the marks obtained in each subject out of 100.

• Important: When asked for the Certificate Number, enter the number found at the bottom right corner of your Class 10 mark sheet/certificate, not the one at the top.

4. Post Preference and Uploads
Choose your desired Circle (e.g., West Bengal) and Division. Rank the available posts in order of your preference (1, 2, 3…). Finally, upload your photograph (30-100 KB) and signature (20-100 KB) in JPG format.

5. Final Submission
Click ‘Save and Next’ to preview your application. If everything is correct, proceed to ‘Submit Application’. General candidates will be redirected to the payment gateway. Once successful, download and print the application form from the dashboard for future reference.