Post Date: January 14, 2026
India Post (Department of Posts), Government of India is expected to release the official notification for India Post Recruitment 2026 to fill various vacancies including Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Multi Tasking Staff (MTS), Postal Assistant (PA) and Sorting Assistant (SA) posts across different postal circles in India.
Candidates who have passed 10th or 12th class from a recognized board are eligible to apply online. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for candidates looking for a central government job with job security and good salary.
India Post Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
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| Organization | India Post (Department of Posts) |
| Post Name | GDS, MTS, Postal Assistant, Sorting Assistant |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Category | Central Government Job |
Important Dates (Tentative)
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Notification Release Date: January 2026
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Online Application Start Date: January 2026
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Last Date to Apply Online: February 2026
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Merit List / Exam Date: To Be Announced
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Result Date: To Be Notified
Application Fee
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General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
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SC / ST / Female / PwD: No Fee
Payment Mode: Online
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Debit Card
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Credit Card
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Net Banking
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UPI
Age Limit (As per India Post Rules)
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Minimum Age: 18 Years
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Maximum Age: 40 Years
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
Post-Wise Educational Qualification
Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)
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10th Pass from a recognized board
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Knowledge of local language
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Basic computer knowledge required
Multi Tasking Staff (MTS)
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10th Pass
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Ability to perform basic office and outdoor duties
Postal Assistant (PA) / Sorting Assistant (SA)
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12th Pass from a recognized board
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Basic computer knowledge
Selection Process
For GDS
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Merit-based selection (10th marks)
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No written exam
For MTS / PA / SA
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Written Examination
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Document Verification
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Medical Examination
Salary Structure (Expected)
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GDS: ₹10,000 – ₹29,380 per month
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MTS: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 per month
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Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 per month
(Salary as per 7th Pay Commission)
How to Apply – India Post Online Form 2026
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Visit the official website indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
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Click on India Post Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
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Complete registration using mobile number and email ID
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Fill personal and educational details carefully
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Upload photograph and required documents
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Pay the application fee (if applicable)
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Submit the application form and take a printout
Important Links
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Apply Online: Available Soon
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Download Official Notification: Available Soon