The Post office of India (India Post) has given a recruitment notification to fill the posts of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS). A total of 21413 vacancies has been advertised to fill the posts across the country for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Gramin Dak sevak (GDS). Candidates must read the notification thoroughly before applying to the post.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancy Details |
| Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) | 21413 |
| Total Posts | 21413 Posts |
State wise vacancy details:
| Name of the State | No. of Posts |
| Andhra Pradesh | 1215 |
| West Bengal | 923 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 3004 |
| Uttarakhand | 568 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 255 |
| Jharkhand | 822 |
| Bihar | 783 |
| Chhattisgarh | 638 |
| Delhi | 30 |
| Haryana | 82 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 331 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 1314 |
| Kerala | 1385 |
| Punjab | 400 |
| Maharashtra | 25 |
| North Eastern Region | 1260 |
| Odisha | 1101 |
| Karnataka | 1135 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2292 |
| Telangana | 519 |
| Assam | 1870 |
| Gujarat | 1203 |
| Total Posts | 21413 Posts |
Age limit for India Post GDS Recruitment 2025
Candidates age should be in between 18 to 40 years. Age is reckoned as on 03-03-2025. Age is relaxable for reserved category candidates.
Educational Qualification for India Post GDS Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Qualification |
| Gramin Dak Sevak | Candidates must have passed 10th Class with passing marks in English and Maths from a recognized board. The candidate should have studied the local language at least up to 10th Standard from a recognized board |
Pay Scale for India Post GDS Recruitment 2025
| Name of the Post | Pay Scale |
| BPM | Rs. 12,000/- to Rs. 29,380/- |
| ABPM/Dak Sevak | Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 24,470/- |
Selection Procedure
Selection procedure is as follows:
- The candidates will be shortlisted for engagement on the basis of a system generated merit list.
- The Merit list will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained/ conversion of Grades/Points to marks in 10th class.
Application Fee for India Post GDS Recruitment 2025
| Category | Fee |
| General category | Rs. 100/- |
| Reserved category | No fee |
How to Apply?
- Candidates should apply online through https://indiapostgdsonline.cept.gov.in/
- Click on Online application form
- Fill all the details correctly at appropriate places
- Upload a recent passport size photograph and necessary documents.
- Check all the details and submit the application form.
- Take a printout copy of application form.
Important Dates:
| Starting Date for Submission | 10th February 2025 |
| Last Date for Submission | 3rd March 2025 |
| Edit/ Correction window | 6th March 2025 to 8th March 2025 |
Important Links:
| Detailed Notification |  |
| Online Application Form | |
| Official Website | |
FAQ’s for India Post GDS Recruitment 2025
What is the Salary for India Post Recruitment 2025?
Gramin Dak Sevaks will be paid Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 24,470/-PM
What is the qualification required to apply for GDS in India Post Recruitment 2025?
10th class
Is there any application fee need to apply for GDS in India Post Recruitment 2025?
General category candidates must pay an application fee of Rs. 100/-
