India Post conducts Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) engagements for roles such as Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak. The earlier ApnaGyan article reported 23,757 vacancies for the July 2026 schedule. The official vacancy annexures should be used to check circle-wise and category-wise figures.
The official India Post portal shows that GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026 application submission closed on September 21, 2026, and List-I of shortlisted candidates has been published. This page does not represent an open application. Check the official portal for subsequent lists or a new schedule.
Key dates for Schedule-II, July 2026
| Event | Date shown on the official portal |
|---|---|
| Registration begins | August 31, 2026 |
| Registration closes | September 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Application submission begins | September 2, 2026 |
| Application submission closes | September 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Edit/correction window | September 23 to September 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Latest portal update checked | List-I of shortlisted candidates published |
Eligibility overview
The original article described Class 10 completion from a recognized board, with Mathematics and English as required subjects, and knowledge of the local language studied through Class 10. The exact local-language and other eligibility requirements can vary with the notification and postal circle. Applicants should read the English or regional-language notification and the current annexures before relying on a summary.
Selection process
GDS engagement is generally based on the prescribed merit process using Class 10 marks, subject to verification and the terms of the relevant notification. Do not assume that a shortlist guarantees final engagement. Shortlisted candidates may need to submit or verify documents within a specified timeline and satisfy all other conditions.
How to check the shortlist or next update
- Open the official India Post GDS Online Engagement portal.
- Choose the relevant schedule and open the current shortlist or notice.
- Check the circle, division, registration details and instructions for document verification.
- Follow the portal’s instructions for subsequent lists, deadlines or further notices.
Salary and work profile
GDS remuneration is structured under the Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) framework, and duties depend on the role and place of posting. The applicable TRCA range, working hours, allowances and service conditions should be read in the official notification rather than inferred from a generic salary statement.
Fraud prevention
India Post warns applicants not to trust suspicious messages from unauthorized email IDs. Do not share passwords, one-time passcodes or banking credentials with anyone promising selection. Registration numbers from previous schedules may not be valid for a new schedule if the current notice requires fresh registration.
The July 2026 application window is closed according to the official portal. Use the portal linked above to check shortlisted-candidate lists, document-verification instructions and future schedules.