Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2025

Here is the latest information about India Post (Post Office) job vacancies as of 2025, in English. Note: always verify via the official India Post / Indian Postal Service websites because sources sometimes differ. I’ll include what is known, deadlines, eligibility, etc.

Number of vacancies: ~ 21,413 posts.

Post names included:

  • Branch Postmaster (BPM)
  • Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
  • Dak Sevak

Educational qualification: 10th standard (Matric), from a recognized Board.

Age Limit: Minimum ~18 years; maximum ~40 years. Relaxations as per government norms (for SC/ST/OBC/PWD etc.) apply.

Pay / Salary: Approx ₹10,000 – ₹24,400 / ₹10,000 – ₹29,380 per month depending on post & location.

Application Mode: Online.

Application Dates:

Last Date: 3 March 2025

Start: 10 February 2025

Other India Post Posts (PA/SA, Postal Assistants / Sorting Assistants, Postal Inspector, etc.)

  • There was a notification for ~14,582 vacancies for roles like Inspector & Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant.
  • The start date for applications: 9 June 2025, last date: 4 July 2025.
  • Exact eligibility (educational qualification, experience, etc.) depends on the specific post; often graduation or equivalent + specific typing/computer skills. (But for GDS, it’s simpler with 10th pass.)

🔍 How to Apply / What to Do

  1. Check the official site(s):
  2. Read the notification fully to know:
    • Educational requirements
    • Age criteria + age relaxation
    • Whether local language proficiency is needed
    • Application fees (if any)
    • Post-wise state-wise vacancy numbers
    • Required documents for verification
  3. Prepare documents: Proof of educational qualification, proof of identity & age, residence proof, caste certificate (if applicable), etc.
  4. Apply online before the last date.
  5. Keep track of merit lists / exam results via official sites or established job portals.