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
- Check the official site(s):
- India Post (Department of Posts) official website: indiapost.gov.in
- The specific GDS portal: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
- 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
- Prepare documents: Proof of educational qualification, proof of identity & age, residence proof, caste certificate (if applicable), etc.
- Apply online before the last date.
- Keep track of merit lists / exam results via official sites or established job portals.