Applications are invited from the eligible candidates to fill vacant posts of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDSs) [i.e. Branch Postmaster (BPM)/Assistant Branch
Postmaster (ABPM)/Dak Sevaks] in different offices of the Department of Posts.
Education Qualification of India Post GDS, BPM, ABPM 28000 Post Recruitment 2026
Educational qualification for engagement of GDS is Secondary School Examination (SSE) pass certificate of 10th standard with passing marks in Mathematics and English conducted by any recognized Board of School Education by the Government of India/State Governments/ Union Territories in India.
The applicant should have studied the local language at least up to 10th Standard from a recognized board.
Other Qualifications:
i. Knowledge of computers.
ii. Knowledge of cycling.
iii. Adequate means of livelihood.
Emoluments And Allowances
The GDSs are paid emoluments in the form of Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA), which carry an annual increase of 3%, subject to fulfilment of conditions, as given in the GDS Rules. They are also entitled to Dearness Allowance on TRCA, as declared by the Govt. of India from time to time. The GDSs are also entitled to some other allowances and social security benefits, which include, GDS Gratuity and Service Discharge Benefit Scheme (akin to National Pension System applicable to regular employees), whose details are given under the GDS Rules and official website of the Department. The initial engagement of GDS is made in the following basic TRCA Slabs:
- BPM Rs.12,000/- to Rs.29,380/-
- ABPM/Dak Sevak Rs.10,000/- to Rs.24,470/-
Age Lmits: Minimum age: 18 years and Maximum age: 40 years
Age will be determined as on the last date of submission of applications
Relaxations in upper age limit:
- SC/ ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD (Unreserved): 10 years
- PwBD (OBC): 13 yearsPwBD (SC/ ST): 15 years
How To Apply?
Applications are to be submitted in the online mode only at https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement. Applications received from any other mode shall not be entertained and no communication in this respect will be entertained/replied. Detailed instructions for registration, payment of fee, documents to be uploaded with the application, selection of posts etc.
Important Dates
The schedule for registration and the edit/correction window is as under:
- Online One-Time Registration: 31.01.2026 to 14.02.2026 (upto 1700 Hrs)
- Submission of online applications and fee payment: 02.02.2026 to 16.02.2026 (upto 1700 Hrs)
- Corrections in Registration/Application Forms, including payment of the online fee, if applicable: 18.02.2026 to 19.02.2026 (upto 1700 Hrs)
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No of posts available in the state of Assam: 639 posts