The Indian Postal Department released a recruitment notification in January 2025 for a total of 21,413 posts under Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS). The posts include:
Branch Postmaster (BPM)
Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
The recruitment was open to candidates who have passed Class 10 from any recognized board in India. After the application process was completed, India Post released the 1st and 2nd merit lists for selection.
📌 What Is India Post GDS Recruitment?
India Post GDS recruitment is merit-based, which means no written exam is conducted. Candidates are selected on the basis of their Class 10 marks. The higher the marks, the better the chances of selection.
Those who applied for this recruitment can now check their result by visiting the official website or by using the direct result link shared below.
✅ Recruitment Overview
| Organization | India Post (Government of India) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | GDS, BPM, ABPM |
| Total Vacancies | 21,413 |
| Job Type | Central Government |
| Selection Mode | Merit-based (Class 10 marks only) |
| Official Website | https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
📆 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 10 February 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 March 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 03 March 2025 |
| 1st Merit List Release Date | 21 March 2025 |
| 2nd Merit List Release Date | 21 April 2025 |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | ₹0 (Free) |
| Payment Methods | Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, Bank Challan |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Education: Candidates must have passed Class 10 with Mathematics and English as subjects.
Language Requirement: Knowledge of the local language is mandatory.
🎂 Age Limit
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Years | 40 Years | As per Government Rules |
📥 How to Check India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2025
Visit the official website: https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
On the homepage, click on “Shortlisted Candidates”.
Select your state/region.
Download the PDF file of the merit list.
Use Ctrl + F to search your name or registration number in the list.
✉️ How Are Selected Candidates Informed?
The candidates who are selected will be informed through:
SMS
Email
Messages are sent to the registered mobile number and email ID provided at the time of application.
📊 Vacancy Details – Total 21,413 Posts
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| GDS (BPM/ABPM) | 21,413 | Class 10 pass with Maths, English, and local language |
🗺️ State-wise Vacancy Distribution
| State | Language | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3004 |
| 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 | 1314 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1385 |
| Punjab | Punjabi | 400 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani / Marathi | 25 |
| North East | Multiple Languages | 1260 |
| Odisha | Odia | 1101 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1135 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2292 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 519 |
| Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo / Hindi etc. | 655 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 1203 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Hindi / Nepali / English | 923 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1215 |
📝 conclusion
महत्वपूर्ण लिंक्स
Download 2nd Merit List / Result | View Info |
| Download notification | View More |
See recruitment details as per state | View More |
| Download Notification | View More |
| official website | View More |
India Post GDS Recruitment 2025 is a great opportunity for candidates who passed Class 10 and want a government job without any exam. The second merit list is already out, and more lists may be released if required.
Candidates should regularly check the official website for further updates and document verification schedules.
If your name is on the list, follow the instructions in the email/SMS for the next steps.