Odisha Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026: BPM, ABPM, Dak Sevak Vacancies in Odisha Circle
The Ministry of Communications’ Department of Posts has launched the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Engagement Notification for Odisha GDS Recruitment 2026 Schedule I, January 2026. This major hiring initiative targets Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak roles across various India Post circles. Check out full details on qualifications, duties, salary structure, perks, and how to apply online.
Odisha GDS Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | India Post (Gramin Dak Sevak Recruitment 2026) |
| Post Names | BPM, ABPM, Dak Sevak |
| Salary Range | ₹10,000 – ₹29,380 per month + applicable allowances |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years (Age relaxation applicable for reserved categories) |
| Educational Qualification | 10th pass with Mathematics, English and local language |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Important Dates | Registration: 31 January 2026 to 14 February 2026 |
India Post GDS 2026 Vacancy Details
Odisha Circle targets 1,200+ GDS posts (exact numbers on official portal post notification).
- BPM: 200+ in key villages/blocks (e.g., Puri, Balasore).
- ABPM/Dak Sevak: 1,000+ across 30 districts.
Prioritizes Odisha residents; check circle-wise list for your tehsil/gram panchayat BOs.
Odisha Post Eligibility Criteria
Age Requirements
- Min: 18 years
- Max: 40 years (cutoff: last application date)
- Relaxations: SC/ST (+5 yrs), OBC (+3 yrs), PwBD (+10-15 yrs by category), EWS (no extension, 10% seats reserved)
Odisha GDS Qualification
- 10th pass (with passing marks in Math and English) from a recognized board.
- Local language skills up to 10th level required.
- Regional Notes:
- Arunachal Pradesh: English/Hindi + one tribal language (certified).
- Goa: Konkani (essential) or Marathi.
- Sikkim: English + Nepali/Bhutia/Lepcha/etc. (via 10th or certificate).
- Plus: Bike riding skills, basic PC use, and other income sources.
Reservation Details
Valid certificates needed for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD. EWS requires DoPT income proof. PwBD covers visual/hearing impairments, limb issues, acid victims, dwarfism, and select spinal cases.
Odisha Post GDS Selection Process
- Ranked by 10th marks (grades × 9.5 for score).
- Ties broken by age (older first), gender (women priority), then category.
- SMS/email alerts for document check (within 15 days).
- Final offer post-verification, training, and formalities.
Odisha Post GDS 2026 Apply Date
- Registration: Jan 31 – Feb 14, 2026 (5 PM cutoff)
- Submit & Pay: Feb 2 – Feb 16, 2026 (5 PM)
- Corrections: Feb 18–19, 2026 (5 PM)
Apply early for Odisha rural posts!
Odisha Post GDS 2026 Notification Pdf
- India Post GDS 2026 Notification Pdf Download
- India Post GDS Official Website Visit
- Odisha Post GDS 2026 Apply Online
How to Apply Online Odisha Post GDS 2026
- Use only the official India Post GDS site (indiapostgdsonline.gov.in).
- Upload photo/signature per guidelines.
- Skip uploading docs now verification later.
- Use the edit window if needed.
