India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Registrations for 23757 posts begin today

India Post has initiated the registration process for 23757 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Schedule-II posts as of August 31, 2026. Interested candidates can initiate the registration on the official India Post website, indiapost.gov.in. The registration window will remain open till September 19, 2026, 5 pm. It is crucial to note that candidates need to register anew at this portal, as earlier generated registration numbers will not be valid for this round.

The online application process will commence on September 2, 2026, with the application submission deadline set for September 21, 2026, 5 pm.

Candidates applying for the General category are required to pay an application fee of Rs 100, while female, Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) and Transwomen candidates are exempt from this fee. To apply, candidates must first register by providing their basic information such as name, mobile number, email ID, and Class 10 details.

They must then complete the OTP verification process for their mobile number and email ID. Once the registration is successful, a unique registration number will be generated.

Subsequently, candidates must pay the application fee, if applicable, and fill out the application form by entering their personal and educational details accurately. It is essential to upload clear and legible scanned copies of their passport-size photograph and signature. The candidates must also select their preferred Division and post preferences carefully.

After submitting the application form, candidates must review all the details carefully and download, print, or save a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Following the selection process, India Post may verify candidates' educational and other documents through DigiLocker, API Setu, or the concerned education board's official website. Therefore, it is advised that candidates prepare a DigiLocker account and ensure that all crucial documents, such as their Class 10 marksheet, caste certificate, and PwBD certificate (if applicable), are available on it.