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India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (India Post GDS)

Quick facts

Conducted byIndia Post
Exam levelNational
How oftenUsually once or twice a year
ModeOnline application; merit based, no exam
Qualification10th pass with Maths and English
Age limit18 – 4 years
Age relaxationOBC:3, SC:5, ST:5, PwBD:10
Official websiteindiapostgdsonline.gov.in

Selection is based on 10th marks. Knowledge of the local language and basic cycling are required.

Overview

India Post recruits Gramin Dak Sevaks (Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster and Dak Sevak) for rural post offices. There is no written exam – selection is by merit in Class 10.

Eligibility

  • Education: 10th pass with Mathematics and English, and the local language studied up to 10th.
  • Age: 18 to 40 years, with usual relaxations.
  • Knowledge of computers and cycling.

Exam pattern & syllabus

  • No exam. A merit list is made from 10th marks, followed by document verification.

How to prepare

  • Apply to divisions where you know the local language and where competition may be lower.
  • Keep your 10th documents and certificates ready.

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Please note: eligibility, age limits and exam pattern change from year to year. This page gives general guidance only; the official notification for each year is final.