The Department of Posts (India Post) has released the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026 notification. Candidates who applied for this recruitment can now check the India Post GDS Result / Merit List 2026. This recruitment drive is being conducted for approximately 28,635 vacancies across different states in India.
Applicants are advised to check the eligibility, important dates, and other details before downloading the result.
Post Overview
| Organization | Department of Post (India Post) |
| Post Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) |
| Total Vacancies | 28,635 (Approx) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All India |
| Result Status | Released |
| Official Website | India Post |
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 February 2026 (5 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16 February 2026 |
| Application Correction | 18 – 19 February 2026 |
| Result / Merit List Release | 06 March 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0 |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0 |
Payment Mode : Candidates could pay the fee through India Post E-Challan at the nearest Head Post Office or GPO.
Age Limit (As on 14 February 2026)
| Category | Age |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Age relaxation is available according to India Post GDS Recruitment Rules 2026.
Eligibility Details
Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility criteria :
- Passed Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board
- Mathematics and English must be subjects in Class 10
- Must have knowledge of the local language of the state applied for
- Candidates should read the official notification for detailed eligibility
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) | 28,635 |
State Wise Vacancy Details
| State | Language | Vacancies |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3169 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 436 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1344 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 1155 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 37 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 634 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 270 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 520 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Hindi / Urdu | 267 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 908 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 2102 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1691 |
| Punjab | Punjabi / English / Hindi | 261 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani / Marathi | 3553 |
| North Eastern Region | Multiple Languages | 1014 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 1191 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1022 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2009 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 608 |
| Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo / Hindi / English | 639 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 1782 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Hindi / English / Nepali | 2963 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1060 |
Selection Process
The selection for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is generally based on:
- Merit list prepared from Class 10 marks
- Document verification
- Final appointment after verification
No written examination is conducted for this recruitment.
Exam Pattern
There is no written examination for the India Post GDS recruitment. Selection is done through merit list based on Class 10 marks be done according to the recruitment rules.
How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to complete the application process :
- Visit the official India Post recruitment portal.
- Read the GDS Recruitment 2026 notification carefully.
- Register with your basic details.
- Fill in personal, educational, and contact information.
- Upload required documents such as photo and signature.
- Pay the application fee if applicable.
- Preview the application form before submission.
Submit the form and download or print the final application for future reference..
Documents Required
Candidates needed the following documents during the application process :
- Recent passport size photograph
- Candidate signature
- Class 10 mark sheet and certificate
- Valid ID proof
- Address details
- Category certificate (if applicable)
Important Links
| Description | Link |
| Download Result / Merit List | Available Soon |
| Download Notification | Available Soon |
| Apply Online | Closed |
| Official Website | India Post GDS Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
Q1. When was the India Post GDS Result 2026 released?
The result and merit list for India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 was released on 06 March 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in India Post GDS 2026?
There are approximately 28,635 vacancies for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) post.
Q3. What is the qualification required for India Post GDS?
Candidates must have passed Class 10 with Mathematics and English and should know the local language of the state.
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