| Organization Name | India Post |
| Name of Posts | GDS (BPM & ABPM) |
| No of Posts | 12828 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100/- |
| Job Category | Central Govt. Job |
| Start Date | 22nd May 2023 |
| Last Date | 11th June 2023 |
| Official Website | www.indiapost.gov.in |
India Post Office GDS Recruitment 2023
If you have been aspiring to work in the esteemed India Post Office as a Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), here’s your chance! The India Post Office has announced its GDS Recruitment 2023 Engagement-Special Cycle, May 2023 offering a great opportunity for candidates to join this reputed organization and serve the nation. This recruitment drive aims to fill various GDS as BPM and ABPM posts across the country, providing a platform for individuals to contribute to the postal system and be part of an essential service that connects people and facilitates communication.
We have shared all details of the latest India Post GDS Recruitment 2023 such as vacancy details, eligibility criteria, how to apply, and more. Before applying for the jobs Aspirants are requested to go through the India Post Recruitment Notification 2023 fully.
India Post Recruitment 2023 Vacancy Details
Name of post: Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)
No of posts: 12828 Posts
Category-wise vacancy:
| Post Name | Category | No. of Post |
|---|---|---|
| Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) | UR | 5554 |
| OBC | 1295 | |
| SC | 1218 | |
| ST | 3366 | |
| EWS | 1004 | |
| PWD-A | 116 | |
| PWD-B | 99 | |
| PWD-C | 102 | |
| PWD-DE | 74 | |
| Total Post | 12828 |
Postal circle-wise vacancy:
| Circle Name | Language Name | No. of Post |
|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 118 |
| Assam | Assamese / Asomiya | 138 |
| Assam | Bengali / Bangla | 6 |
| Assam | Bodo | 7 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 76 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 342 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 110 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 8 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 37 |
| Jammu Kashmir | Hindi / Urdu | 89 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 1125 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 48 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 2992 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani / Marathi | 10 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 610 |
| North Eastern | Bengali | 43 |
| North Eastern | Hindi/English | 3911 |
| North Eastern | Manipuri/English | 288 |
| North Eastern | Mizo | 142 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 948 |
| Punjab | Punjabi | 13 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 1408 |
| Tamilnadu | Tamil | 18 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 160 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 40 |
| West Bengal | Bengali | 31 |
| West Bengal | Nepali | 14 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 96 |
| Total Post | 12828 |
Name of Organization: India Post
Emoluments: Emoluments in the form of Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) plus Dearness Allowance thereon are paid to the GDS. The applicable TRCA to different categories are as under:
| BPM | Rs.12,000 – 29,380/- |
| ABPM | Rs.10,000 – 24,470/- |
Eligibility Criteria of India Post GDS Recruitment
Age Limit:
Minimum Age Limit: 18 years on the last date of submission of the application.
Maximum Age Limit: 40 years on the last date of submission of the application.
Age Relaxation: Category-wise age relaxation is as mentioned below.
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PWD: 10 years
- PWD-OBC: 13 years
- PWD-SC/ST: 15 years
Educational Qualification: The candidate should have passed Secondary School Examination of 10th standard having passed in Mathematics and English (having been studied as compulsory or elective subjects) conducted by any recognized Board of School Education by the Government of India/State Governments/ Union Territories in India shall be a mandatory educational qualification for all approved categories of GDS.
Local Language Proficiency: The applicant should have studied the local language i.e. (Name of Local language) at least up to Secondary standard [as compulsory or elective subjects.
Other Qualification: Knowledge of Computers, Knowledge of Cycling, and Adequate means of Livelihood.
Application Fee:
- General / OBC: 100/-
- SC / ST / PH: Nil
- Female: Nil
- Payment Mode: Credit/Debit Cards, Net Banking facility/ UPI, and through Head Post offices.
How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment?
Before applying to jobs interested and eligible candidates should read the full official notification.
Interested and eligible candidates may apply online for these vacancy through the official India Post Recruitment Portal. Candidates may follow the simple steps given below to apply online.
| ☞ Scroll down, Check the Important Web-Links section. |
| ☞ Click on the Online Application Form link. |
| ☞ A new Official portal will be loaded in a new tab. |
| ☞ Complete the registration process first. |
| ☞ After that, click on the Online Application Link and Login. |
| ☞ Fill in your all personal and educational details and upload the necessary documents. |
| ☞ At last, pay the application fee as per your category and submit the application form. |
| ☞ For future reference take a printout of the submitted application form. |
Important Dates of India Post Office GDS Recruitment 2023
| Starting date to Apply Online | 22nd May 2023 |
| Last date to Apply Online | 11th June 2023 |
| Form Correction Date | 23rd June to 26 June 2023 |
Important Web-Links of India Post Vacancy
| Online Application Form | Registration | Login |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Fee Payment Status | Click Here |
| Vacancy Details | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Post Office GDS Recruitment 2023 Job Profile
(i) Branch Postmaster (BPM)
✓ Day-to-day postal operations of Branch Post Office and India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) in the manner as prescribed by the Department from time to time.
✓Marketing and promotions of products and services being provided by Department and operating various services in the Customer Services Centres (CSC) of the Department etc.
✓ In single-handed BOs, BPMs have the overall responsibility of smooth and timely functioning of the Branch Post Office including mail conveyance and mail delivery.
✓ In the BOs other than single-handed, the BPMs may be assisted by ABPM. However, BPM will be required to do combined duties of ABPMs as and when ordered. Any other work can also be assigned by superiors like IPO/ ASPO/ SPOs/ SSPOs etc.
(ii) Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
✓ Sale of stamps/ stationery, conveyance and delivery of mail at doorstep, deposits/ payments/ other transactions of IPPB.
✓ To assist BPM postal operations in a manner as prescribed by the Department from time to time.
✓ Marketing and promotions of products and services being provided by Department and operating various services in the Customer Services Centres (CSC) of the Department etc.
✓ ABPM may also be required to do Combined Duty of BPMs as and when ordered in addition to his/her regular duties.
✓ Any other work assigned by superiors like IPO/ ASPO/ SPOs/ SSPOs etc.
✓ Residence: ABPMS are required to reside within the delivery jurisdictions of the Post Oftice (HO/SO/BO) concerned.
Selection Process of GDS Recruitment 2023
The selection of the shortlisted applicants will be purely on the basis of the marks/ data fed by an applicant at the time of submitting the final online application. However, selection will be subject to verification of the original certificates/ mark sheet etc. with the data /marks fed in the online application. Therefore, the candidates have to select a Verifying Authority for verification of document at the time of submission of application form itself. The candidates are advised to select the Divisional head of the Division in which he/she is applying to expedite the verification of documents at later stage. However, at his/her option any other Divisional head may be selected near to his/her place for the purpose.
Conclusion: Join the India Post Office as a GDS Today
The India Post Office GDS Recruitment 2023 offers a golden opportunity for individuals aspiring to work in the postal department. The GDS positions provide stable employment, attractive benefits, and a chance to serve the community. By meeting the eligibility criteria, understanding the selection process, and preparing effectively, candidates can enhance their chances of securing a position as a GDS. So, gear up, start your preparation, and embark on this exciting career journey with India Post Office.
FAQS of India Post Office GDS Recruitment
A. To be eligible for India Post Office GDS Recruitment, candidates must have completed 10th standard (SSC) from a recognized board or institute.
A. Yes, there is age relaxation provided for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per the government norms. The details can be found in the official notification.
A. Interested and eligible candidates may apply online for these vacancy through the official India Post Recruitment Portal.
A. The full form of GDS is Gramin Dak Sevak.
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