The India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2025 is now open for applications, offering over 21,400 vacancies for Branch Postmaster (BPM) and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) roles across India. This recruitment drive provides a valuable opportunity for candidates to join the postal department in rural areas. To help applicants navigate the process, we’ve compiled a list of key FAQs addressing eligibility criteria, application deadlines, selection procedures, salary details, and essential guidelines. Whether you’re applying for the first time or reappearing, review the information below to ensure a smooth and error-free application process.
The last date to submit the online application is 3 March 2025 (11:59 PM
- Educational Qualification: 10th pass with Mathematics and English as subjects from a recognized board. Knowledge of the local language is mandatory 279.
- Age Limit: 18–40 years (as of 3 March 2025). Age relaxation applies:
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC: +3 years
- PwD: +10–15 years
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹100.
- SC/ST/PwD/Female/Transwomen: Exempted
Selection is merit-based on 10th-class marks. Shortlisted candidates undergo document verification and a medical examination. No written exam is conducted
Yes, corrections can be made during the 6–8 March 2025 window
- 10th marksheet
- Valid Aadhaar number
- Caste/PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Scanned photo (≤50 KB) and signature (≤20 KB
- Branch Postmaster (BPM): ₹12,000–₹29,380/month.
- ABPM/Gramin Dak Sevak: ₹10,000–₹24,470/month
Yes, candidates must have studied the local language up to 10th class
- Visit indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
- Register with a valid mobile number and email.
- Fill in details, upload documents, pay fees (if applicable), and submit
There are 21,413 vacancies for GDS, BPM, and ABPM posts across India