GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I January 2026: Application Started, Dates, Vacancies & Apply Online
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India Post has officially started the GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I January 2026 application process. Candidates can now apply online for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts including BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak across India.
📅 Important Dates (Updated)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| User Registration | 30 January 2026 to 14 February 2026 |
| Application Submission | 01 February 2026 to 16 February 2026 |
| Correction / Edit Window | 17 February 2026 to 18 February 2026 |
| Merit List (Tentative) | 20 February 2026 |
📊 Total Vacancies
A total of 28,740 GDS vacancies have been notified under Schedule-I January 2026 across all postal circles in India.
📝 GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I 2026 – How to Apply
Candidates must submit applications only through the official India Post GDS portal.
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Visit the official application portal:
https://app.indiapost.gov.in/gdscandidate - Complete user registration using a valid mobile number and email ID
- Verify OTP and generate registration number
- Login and select your preferred Postal Circle & Division
- Upload photograph, signature and required documents
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
📍 Circle-Wise GDS Vacancy Details
India Post has released 28,740 circle-wise vacancies under GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I January 2026.
👉 Check official circle-wise vacancy list here:
India Post GDS Portal – Circle Wise Vacancies
Select your Postal Circle → Vacant Posts section
💰 Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹100
- SC / ST / PwD / Female / Transgender: No Fee
Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI
📎 Documents Required
- 10th Class Marksheet
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Caste / EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Undertaking & Certificates as per Annexures
📑 Important Annexures & Official Formats (Must Read)
📘 Annexure-II – Final Vacancy & Division Details
- Division-wise approved vacancies
- Post-wise breakup: BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak
- Verified by respective Postal Circles
Candidates must ensure they apply only for divisions mentioned in Annexure-II.
📄 Prescribed Format for Certificates
- EWS Certificate
- PwD Certificate
- Other eligibility-related declarations
Certificates not submitted in the prescribed India Post format will be rejected during document verification.
🗣️ Local Language Requirement (Language Annexure)
Applicants must have studied the local language of the postal circle up to Class 10 level.
Each Postal Circle has a defined list of acceptable local languages (Hindi, English, Telugu, Tamil, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Malayalam, Kannada, Punjabi, Odia, Urdu, etc.).
📝 Mandatory Undertaking Declaration
Candidates must submit an undertaking declaring that they are:
- Not removed or dismissed from any government service
- Not compulsorily retired on disciplinary grounds
⚠️ Any false declaration will result in immediate cancellation of candidature.
🎯 Selection Process
- No written examination
- Selection based on Class 10 merit
- Higher marks = higher merit ranking
🔗 Important Links
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – India Post GDS 2026
✔ Has GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I January 2026 application started?
Yes, the application process for GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I January 2026 has officially started. Eligible candidates can now apply online through the India Post GDS portal.
✔ What is the official application link for India Post GDS 2026?
The official application link for GDS recruitment 2026 is:
https://app.indiapost.gov.in/gdscandidate
✔ Is there any written exam for GDS recruitment?
No, there is no written examination for GDS recruitment. Selection is purely based on Class 10 merit as per marks obtained.
✔ How many vacancies are released under GDS Schedule-I January 2026?
A total of 28,740 vacancies have been released across all postal circles under GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I January 2026.
✔ Can I edit my GDS application after submission?
Yes, India Post provides a correction/edit window. Candidates can make corrections between 17 February 2026 to 18 February 2026.
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