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India Post GDS Application Correction 2026: Official Window Now Open

Manish
Jun 11, 2026 04:25 PM IST
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The application correction window for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is officially live. Review your details, access the official notification, and learn more about the selection criteria and merit list process.

India Post has initiated recruitment for 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) vacancies. This drive invites 10th-pass candidates to apply across 23 postal circles for the roles of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak.  The official application correction window is open for a limited period (18th & 19th February 2026) at https://app.indiapost.gov.in/gdscandidate. 

Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026

Following the conclusion of the online application phase, authorities will soon publish the 1st merit list PDF at https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement. Selection is strictly merit-based, derived from Class 10 examination marks, with no additional written test required.

Particulars Details
Organisation Name India Post
Posts Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
Exam Name Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026
Advt No 17-37/2025-GDS
Mode of Application Online
Vacancies 28636
Eligibility
  • Education Qualification- 10th pass
  • Age Limit- 18 to 40 years
Salary
  • ABPM/ GDS- Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 24,470/-
  • BPM- Rs. 12,000/- to Rs. 29,380/-
Application Fee
  • UR- Rs. 100
  • SC/ST/PWD/Female Candidates/Transwomen applicants- Nil
Official website https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
Selection Process Merit-Based, Document Verification

GDS Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Candidates were required to complete registration by 14th February 2026 (5 pm) and submit applications for the GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I (January 2026) by 16th February 2026. The initial merit list is scheduled for release by 28th February 2026.

Events Registration Dates Apply Online Dates
Start Date 31st January 2026 2nd February 2026
End Date 14th February 2026 (5 pm) 16th February 2026 (5 pm)
Online Fee Payment Last Date 16th February 2026
Correction Dates 18th and 19th February 2026
India Post GDS Result 2026 28th February 2026
GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 10th April 2026

India Post GDS Application Correction 2026 Link

Applicants who identify errors in their India Post GDS application forms can utilize the correction window until 19th February 2026. This portal is exclusively available to candidates who have already successfully submitted their forms.

Click Here for GDS Application Form Correction

Post Office GDS Vacancy 2026

Detailed information regarding circle-wise and category-wise vacancies is outlined below.

States/Circles
Total Vacancies
UR
OBC
SC
ST
EWS
Andhra Pradesh
1060
487
241
142
45
110
Assam
639
304
147
57
53
62
Bihar
1344
599
328
199
67
119
Chhattisgarh
1155
472
46 137
340
115
Delhi
38
27
4
2
3
2
Gujarat 1782 752 441 61 281 179
Haryana
270
114
73
48
0
25
Himachal Pradesh
520
217
101
131
12
49
Jammu / Kashmir
267
116
69
24
24
25
Jharkhand
908
382
105
100
218
71
Karnataka 1022 435 242 149 59 112
Kerala
1691 930
378
151
20
161
Madhya Pradesh 2102 844 252 336 398 222
Maharashtra
3553
1544
780
383
286
401
North Eastern
1014
545
36
21
298
74
Odisha
1191
518
121
175
249
106
Punjab 261 119 58 55 3 20
Rajasthan 634 295 87 84 73 73
Tamil Nadu
2009
870
503
372
17
186
Telangana
608 305
127
73
17
70
Uttar Pradesh
3169
1328
830
588
62
291
Uttarakhand 436 228 63 72 16 38
West Bengal
2963 1255 662
582
171
208
Total
28636
12696
5694
3942
2716
2719

GDS Recruitment 2026- Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should verify the minimum eligibility criteria before proceeding with the GDS 2026 application process.

Criteria Details
Educational Qualification Secondary School Examination pass certificate of 10th standard
Board Recognised Board of School Education by the Government of India/State Governments,/ Union Territories in India
Additional
  • Knowledge of computer
  • Knowledge of cycling
  • Adequate means of livelihood
Age Limit 18 to 40 years
Age Relaxation
  • SC/ST Candidates: 5 years (up to 45 years)
  • OBC Candidates: 3 years (up to 43 years)
  • EWS Candidates: No age relaxation
  • Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 10 years
  • PwD + OBC: 13 years
  • PwD + SC/ST: 15 years

What is the Role of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)?

Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) are essential personnel in India's rural postal network, responsible for mail distribution, stamp sales, and delivering core postal services to residents in villages and remote towns.

GDS positions are categorized into three primary functional roles.

  1. Dak Sevak – Works in departmental offices for mail delivery and other services
  2. Branch Post Master (BPM) – Manages a branch post office
  3. Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM) – Assists the BPM in post office work

GDS Circle-wise Language Requirement (Mandatory)

Proficiency in the local language is a mandatory requirement for GDS recruitment. Please review the state-specific and circle-wise language criteria.

States/Circles
Language Spoken
Andhra Pradesh
Telugu
Assam
Assamese/Asomiya
Bihar
Hindi
Chhattisgarh
Hindi
Delhi
Hindi
Gujarat Gujarati
Haryana
Hindi
Himachal Pradesh
Hindi
Jammu / Kashmir
Hindi/Urdu
Jharkhand
Hindi
Karnataka Kannada
Kerala
Malayalam
Madhya Pradesh Hindi
Maharashtra
Konkani/Marathi
North Eastern
Bengali/Kak Barak
Odisha
Oriya
Punjab Punjabi
Rajasthan Hindi
Tamil Nadu
Tamil
Telangana
Telugu
Uttar Pradesh
Hindi
Uttarakhand Hindi
West Bengal
Bengali

Post Office GDS Salary Structure

Posts Salary Structure
GDS/Assistant Branch Postmaster Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 24,470/-
Branch Postmaster Rs.12,000/- to Rs.29,380/-

How to Apply for Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026?

  1. Visit the official website https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in/.
  2. A text appears, “Registration and application submission for GDS Online Engagement Schedule I, January 2026, is live on the new website.
    Click here to visit the new website”
  3. Then you are redirected to a new page- https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
  4. Now scroll down and “Click Here to Register/Apply”.
  5. In case you haven’t registered, you first have to register, and if you are already registered, begin with the application process.
  6. Fill in the application forms and submit the details carefully.
  7. Attach the required documents and pay the required application fee.
  8. Submit the application forms by 16th February 2026.

Merit List Details

The India Post GDS merit list is calculated based on Class 10 academic marks or grades. To ensure absolute fairness, marks are converted into percentages with precision up to four decimal places.

Particulars Details
Merit List Basis Class 10 Marks
1st Merit List Release Date 28th February 2026
Details Included Division, Office Name, Post Name, Category, Registration Number, Marks %, DV Venue

FAQs

When did Postal GDS Notification 2026 PDF released?

The initial recruitment notification was released on 31st January 2026 via the official portal: www.indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.

How many Vacancies are to be filled through GDS Recruitment 2026?

The 2026 recruitment drive covers 28,636 vacancies across Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) roles.

What is the educational qualification required for Post Office GDS Recruitment?

A minimum qualification of 10th Class pass is mandatory for all applicants seeking GDS Recruitment 2026.

What is the selection process for Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026?

The GDS selection process is strictly merit-based, determined by academic performance in the 10th standard.

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