India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2025
Apply Online for 21,413 Posts – Schedule I January 2025
📅 Post Date / Update: 15 February 2025 | 17:20 PM
Short Information:
The Department of Post (India Post) has released the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2025 – Schedule I (January) notification for 21,413 vacancies across various states. Interested candidates can apply online from 10 February 2025 to 03 March 2025. Before applying, candidates should check the eligibility criteria, age limit, important dates, and application process.
Recruitment Overview
- Organization: Department of Post (India Post)
- Post Name: Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)
- Total Vacancies: 21,413
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Type: State Government Job
- Selection Process: Merit-Based
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 10 February 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03 March 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 03 March 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 06 – 08 March 2025 |
| Merit List / Result | Notified Soon |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0/- (Exempted) |
| All Category Female | ₹0/- (Exempted) |
Payment Mode:
- Fees can be paid through India Post E-Challan at the nearest Head Post Office / GPO.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as of 03 March 2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age Relaxation: As per India Post GDS Recruitment Rules 2025
Educational Qualification
- Class 10th (Matric) Pass from a recognized board with Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects.
- Must have knowledge of the local language of the respective state.
- For more details, refer to the official notification.
Vacancy Details – 21,413 Posts
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) | 21,413 | Class 10th pass with Mathematics & English |
State-Wise Vacancy & Local Language Requirement
| State | Local Language | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3,004 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 568 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 783 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 638 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 30 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | NA |
| Haryana | Hindi | 82 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 331 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Hindi/Urdu | 255 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 822 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 1,314 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1,385 |
| Punjab | Punjabi/English/Hindi | 400 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani/Marathi | 25 |
| North Eastern | Bengali Hindi/English/Manipuri/Mizo | 1,260 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 1,101 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1,135 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2,292 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 519 |
| Assam | Assamese/Bengali/ Bodo/Hindi/English | 655 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 1,203 |
| West Bengal | Bengali/Hindi/English/Nepali | 923 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1,215 |
How to Apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website and navigate to the GDS Online Application Link.
- Read the official notification carefully before proceeding with the application.
- Prepare all required documents, including:
- Educational Certificates (Class 10th Marksheet)
- ID Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.)
- Address Proof
- Scanned Photograph and Signature
- Fill out the online application form with accurate details.
- Review the application form carefully before submitting.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) through India Post E-Challan at the nearest Head Post Office / GPO.
- Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Part II Form | Click Here |
| Pay Exam Fee / Status / Forgot Application Number | Click Here |
| State-Wise Vacancy Details | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | GDS Official Website |
📢 Interested candidates should read the full notification before applying online.