GDS Online Engagement 2026
GDS Schedule-I (January 2026)
Official Notification Date: Jan 31
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 (Schedule-I): 28,740 Vacancies Confirmed for January Cycle
- Recruitment Cycle: Schedule-I (January 2026)
- Total Vacancies: 28,740 (Tentative)
- Notification Date: January 31, 2026
- Application Window: Jan 31 – Feb 14, 2026
Operational Details: Schedule-I 2026
The Department of Posts (DoP) has finalized the calendar for the first recruitment drive of the year, officially termed “GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I (January 2026)”. This drive aims to fill 28,740 vacancies for the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM) and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)/Dak Sevak.
📅 Confirmed Timeline
Notification Release: Jan 31, 2026
Online Registration Start: Jan 31, 2026
Registration End: Feb 14, 2026
Correction Window: Feb 18 – Feb 19, 2026
Circle-Wise Vacancy Distribution
The following vacancy data is based on the preliminary indent released by the Postal Directorate for Schedule-I.
| Postal Circle | Tentative Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 3,169 |
| West Bengal | 2,982 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2,009 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 1,060 |
| Rajasthan | 634 |
| Total (All India) | 28,740 |
Eligibility Criteria (As of Jan 31, 2026)
✔ Educational Qualification
- Secondary School Examination (10th Pass) certificate from a recognized Board.
- Mandatory Subjects: Mathematics and English.
- Language: Candidate must have studied the local language of the applied Circle up to 10th standard.
✔ Age Limit
- Minimum: 18 Years
- Maximum: 40 Years
- Relaxation: SC/ST (5 Years), OBC (3 Years), PwD (10 Years).
Selection Process: Merit System
The selection will be done through a system-generated merit list.
- No Written Exam: Selection is based purely on 10th Class marks.
- Grading System: For boards issuing grades/points, they will be converted to marks using a multiplication factor (e.g., 9.5).
- Precision: Percentage will be calculated to 4 decimal places.
How to Apply (Official Protocol)
“1. Portal: Applications are accepted ONLY at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
2. Registration: Validate your Mobile Number and Email ID.
3. Fee Payment: ₹100 (General/OBC/EWS Male). Exempt: Female, SC/ST, PwD, Transwomen.
4. Preferences: You can select one Division, but provide multiple preferences within that Division.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Will there be a second list?
Yes. If shortlisted candidates are rejected during document verification, supplementary lists (List II, III, etc.) will be released subsequently.
Can I edit my application after submission?
Yes, but only during the specific Correction Window (Feb 18-19, 2026). You cannot edit basic registration details (Name, Mobile, Email) during this time.
