India Post Gramin Dak Sevaks GDS Recruitment 2025 Apply for 21413 Post

India Post has announced the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2025 for multiple posts, including Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak.

This is a great opportunity for candidates looking for a government job in the postal department. Here’s everything you need to know about this recruitment.

India Post Gramin Dak Sevaks GDS Recruitment

Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) are responsible for various postal duties, including mail delivery, customer service, and maintaining branch post offices in rural areas.

The key responsibilities vary depending on the post:

• Branch Postmaster (BPM): Managing branch post office operations, handling transactions, and promoting postal services.
• Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM): Assisting the BPM, delivering mail, and handling customer transactions.
• Dak Sevak: Delivering mail, handling postal transactions, and assisting postmasters.

Qualification

To apply for the India Post GDS Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet the following educational qualifications:

• Minimum Qualification:
  • Candidates must have passed the 10th standard (Matriculation) from a recognized board.
  • The subjects must include Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects.
  • Candidates must have studied the local language of the respective state/region at least up to the 10th standard.
• Other Essential Requirements:
  • Basic computer knowledge is required.
  • Knowledge of cycling (Candidates with two-wheeler riding skills will also be considered).
  • Candidates must have an adequate means of livelihood, as GDS jobs are not full-time government posts.

Age Criteria

• Age Relaxation:
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC: 3 years
  • PwD (General): 10 years
  • PwD (OBC): 13 years
  • PwD (SC/ST): 15 years

The age will be calculated as of the last date of application submission.

Selection Process

The selection process for India Post GDS Recruitment 2025 is completely merit-based. Here’s how candidates will be shortlisted:

1. Merit List Generation
   • Selection is based on marks obtained in the 10th standard.
   • No written exam or interview will be conducted.
   • If grades are awarded instead of marks, the system will automatically convert them using a predefined formula.
2. Tie-Breaking Criteria (if multiple candidates have the same score)
   • Older candidate gets preference.
   • Preference order: Female (ST) → Female (SC) → Female (OBC) → Female (EWS) → Female (UR) → Male (ST) → Male (SC) → Male (OBC) → Male (EWS) → Male (UR).
3. Document Verification
   • Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification.
   • If any discrepancies are found, their candidature will be canceled.

Salary

Selected candidates will receive a salary as per Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA):

• Additional Benefits:
  • Annual 3% salary increment.
  • Dearness Allowance (DA) as per government rules.
  • Gratuity and pension benefits under the Service Discharge Benefit Scheme (SDBS).

Required Documents

Candidates must have the following documents ready for uploading during the application process:

• 10th mark sheet & certificate (Proof of qualification)
• Domicile certificate (For state-based reservations)
• Caste certificate (For SC/ST/OBC candidates)
• PwD certificate (For disabled candidates)
• EWS certificate (For Economically Weaker Section candidates)
• Identity proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Passport)
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Scanned signature

Important Dates

Application Fees

• Candidates can pay the fee through online modes like UPI, Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card.

How to Apply?

Follow these steps to apply for India Post GDS Recruitment 2025:

1. Visit the Official Website
   • Go to https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
2. Register Yourself
   • Enter your mobile number and email ID to create an account.
   • Verify details with an OTP.
3. Fill in the Application Form
   • Enter personal details, educational qualifications, and preferences.
   • Upload required documents, photo, and signature.
4. Pay the Application Fee (If applicable).
5. Submit the Application and take a printout for future reference.
6. Check Merit List
   • Keep checking the official website for updates on shortlisting.

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