Assam Postal Circle Recruitment 2026 The Department of Posts, Government of India has released the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026 notification. A total of 23,757 GDS vacancies are available across India, including 414 vacancies in Assam Postal Circle. The posts include Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak.
Assam Postal GDS Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Department of Posts, Government of India |
| Recruitment | GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026 |
| Post Name | BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak |
| Total Vacancies | 23,757 Posts |
| Assam Vacancies | 414 Posts |
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Start | 31 August 2026 |
| Application Start | 2 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 21 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age Limit | 18–40 Years |
| Selection | Merit List based on Class 10 marks |
| Official Website | India Post GDS |
The official India Post portal confirms that registration begins on 31 August 2026, while online application submission starts on 2 September 2026 and closes on 21 September 2026 at 5 PM.
Assam GDS Vacancy 2026
There are 414 GDS vacancies in Assam Circle. The Assam Circle includes vacancies associated with Assamese, Bengali and Bodo language areas.
| Postal Circle | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Assam | 414 Posts |
Posts Available
Candidates may be engaged for the following GDS positions:
- Branch Postmaster (BPM)
- Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
- Dak Sevak
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Class 10th/Matriculation from a recognised board, with Mathematics and English as subjects. Candidates must also have studied the prescribed local language up to the required level. For Assam, the applicable local languages include Assamese, Bengali and Bodo, depending on the area.
Age Limit
The prescribed age range is 18 to 40 years as of the relevant cut-off date. Relaxation is available to eligible reserved categories as per Government rules.
Salary / TRCA
GDS engagements are paid through Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA):
| Post | TRCA Range |
|---|---|
| BPM | ₹12,000 – ₹29,380 |
| ABPM / Dak Sevak | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 |
GDS personnel may also receive applicable DA and other benefits according to Department of Posts rules.
Selection Process
One of the main attractions of GDS recruitment is that there is no written examination.
Selection is based on a system-generated merit list prepared using candidates’ Class 10 marks, followed by the prescribed document verification process.
Selection Steps
- Online registration
- Online application
- Merit list based on Class 10 marks
- Shortlisting
- Document verification
- Final engagement
Application Fee
The application fee is ₹100 for applicable candidates. Exemptions apply to eligible categories such as women, SC/ST, PwBD and transgender applicants, subject to the notification’s conditions.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| One-Time Registration Starts | 31 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 19 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 2 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Correction Window | 23–24 September 2026 |
How to Apply Online?
- Visit the official India Post GDS recruitment portal.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Log in using your registration details.
- Select the Assam Circle and eligible post preferences.
- Enter your educational and personal details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Download/print the submitted application for future reference.
Official Application Portal: India Post GDS Online Engagement
Important Links
| Online Registration Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Our page | Click Here |
| Free Tools | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Facebook page | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Documents Required
Applicants should generally keep these documents ready:
- Class 10 marksheet/certificate
- Aadhaar or other valid ID
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- Other documents specified in the official notification
FAQs of Assam Postal Circle Recruitment 2026
Q. How many GDS posts are available in Assam?
Ans: There are 414 GDS vacancies in Assam Circle.
Q. What is the qualification?
Ans: Candidates must have passed Class 10th with Mathematics and English and meet the prescribed local-language requirement.
Q. Is there a written exam?
Ans: No. Selection is based on a Class 10 merit list, followed by document verification.
Q. What is the last date to apply?
Ans: 21 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Q. When does online application start?
Ans: 2 September 2026.
Q. What is the age limit?
Ans: 18 to 40 years, with applicable relaxation for reserved categories.
Q. Can 10th-pass candidates apply?
Ans: Yes, eligible 10th-pass candidates can apply, subject to all prescribed conditions.
