India Post GDS 2020-21- Important dates, Application Process, Eligibility, Vacancy, Salary

India Post Gram Dak Sevak 2020 recruitment notification is out for many states with a total of 16, 469 vacancies. The notification of India Post GDS recruitment 2020 released the Gramin Dak Sevak vacancies for the post of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak. The merit list of Gramin Dak Sevak recruitment will be made on the basis of the marks obtained in Class 10th.

The details related to the registration, application and recruitment process is given below.

Latest Updates:

• April 06, 2021: Indian Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Application is now open for Chattisgarh & Kerala region. Read the news here
• March 25, 2021: Online application is ongoing for Chattishgarh Postal circle. Read more

India Post GDS 2021 Highlights

India Post GDS 2020-21 Important Dates

India Post GDS 2021 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications

• The aspirants should pass Class 10th with Mathematics and English as compulsory or elective subjects.
• The aspiring students must have studied the local language up to Class 10th as one of the compulsory or elective subjects.

Age Criteria

• The age of the candidates should be in between 18 to 40 years as on September 1st, 2020.

Age Relaxation

Computer Knowledge

• Candidates must have obtained a basic Computer Training Course Certificate of at least 60 days duration from any Computer Training Institute which is run by Central Government/ State Government/ Universities/ Boards/ Private Institutions/ Organizations.

Other Criteria

• Candidates must have knowledge of cycling which is a prerequisite for all the GDS posts.
• Aspirants must have the complete knowledge of writing, reading and communicating in the local language of the respective States or UTs.

India Post GDS 2021 Application Process

There are various stages involved in the GDS online application process as follows:

1. Registration
2. Payment of Fees (Online or Offline)
3. Apply Online

Below are given the steps to apply for India GDS 2020:

Step 1: First of all, Visit the official website, i.e., www.appost.in.

Step 2: Go to the link of registration and click on the “Registration” tab. Enter the required details such as Name, Mobile Number, Gender, Date of Birth, Category, etc.

Step 3: An OTP will be sent for the verification on the registered mobile number. Also, a unique registration number will be generated.

Step 4: Pay the application fees through online or offline mode. To pay the fees in offline mode, candidates have to visit the head post office.

Step 5: Now, Fill up the GDS online application form using the registration number and other details. Also, upload your prescribed educational certificates, photo, signature, etc. in the prescribed format. Click on “Submit Details” button.

Step 6: Aspirants are advised to take a print out of the application form and keep it safely for future reference.

India Post GDS 2021 Application Fees

To register for the various posts of Gramin Dak Sevak, Candidates must register by paying the application fees. Candidates can pay the fees via both online and offline mode. To complete the payment through offline mode, candidates have to visit the Head Post Office or the fee payment offices for the same.

Documents required

The documents that are required for the India Post GDS Application form are as follows:

• Scanned Copy of Photograph
• Scanned Copy of Signature
• SSC Marks Memo (Class 10th Mark sheet)
• DOB Certificate or SSC Mark sheet as DOB Proof
• Community or Caste Certificate (If Applicable)
• Computer Certificate (As per requirement)
• PH Certificate (If applicable)

The dimensions of all the documents required are as given below:

India Post Office Gramin Dak Sevaks Exam Pattern 2020

• Duration of the exam: 120 minutes
• Mode of examination: Online test/ Written-test
• Language of the examination: English or any other regional languages based on the specific regions.

India Post GDS 2021 Syllabus

General Knowledge:

• Uttar Pradesh State Culture
• Economics
• Basic Human Behavior
• National Movements
• Indian Politics & Political Science
• Commerce, Journal
• Current Affairs
• Computer Knowledge
• Knowledge, Agriculture
• Business & other related social things
• Indian Ancient History
• Indian & World Geography
• Indian Economics
• Banking
• Indian Agriculture

Numerical Ability:

• Profit & Loss
• Time & Distance
• Time & Work
• Fractions
• Percentages
• Interest
• Discount
• Ratio and proportion
• Number Systems
• Decimals

Mathematics:

• Mathematical induction
• Exponential and logarithm series
• Matrices and determinants
• Logarithm
• Mathematical logic
• Trigonometric functions
• Complex numbers
• Solutions of triangle
• Probability
• Statistics
• Boolean algebra

General English:

• Prepositions
• Tenses
• Synonyms & Antonyms
• Sentence structure
• Phrases
• Articles
• Conjunctions
• Verbs
• Vocabulary
• Proverbs
• Unseen passage

India Post GDS 2020 Admit Card

How to download INDIA POST GDS 2020 Admit Card?

1. Visit the official website of Indian post, i.e., www.appost.in and log in.
2. The link to download the admit card will be there on the screen. Click on that link.
3. Candidates are required to enter their details like password, username, etc.
4. Enter the required details and click on Submit.
5. The aspirants will get the admit card displayed on the screen.
6. Download it and save it for future reference.

India Post GDS 2020 Selection Process

The selection process of India Post GDS 2020 is given below:

1. The selection of candidates will be made on the basis of the merit list which will be prepared as per the rules set by the authority. No exam will be conducted for the selection process.
2. Only marks obtained in Class 10th will be considered for the selection process.
3. Aspirants are required to apply by entering their marks obtained in Class 10th only in the form of marks obtained. For those who have grades/ points have to convert them into marks and fill in the application form.

India Post GDS 2020 Result and Merit List

The result and merit list will be updated on the official website. Students can visit the website and download the result card and merit list in the pdf format and save it for future reference. The steps to download India Post GDS are given below:

Step 1: Go to the official website of Gramin Dak Sevak Engagement Portal of India and login using the login credentials.

Step 2: A list of postal circles will be displayed on the homepage.

Step 3: Search for the postal circle you have applied for and open it.

Step 4: Click on the link “Results”.

Step 5: Once the page will be opened, the aspirants can check the GDS Merit List displayed on the screen in the format of PDF.

Step 6: Candidates are required to enter their registration number and have to find their name from the list.

Step 7: Now, Download the result in the pdf format and save it for future reference.

India Post GDS 2020 Vacancy

India Post Gram Dak Sevak 2020 recruitment notification is out for many states with a total of 16, 469 vacancies for the post of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak. The vacancies for different states are given below:

India Post GDS 2021 Salary Structure

The Gramin Dak Sevaks are offered salaries in the form of Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA). Minimum TRCA or salary payable to these three categories of GDS after 7th Pay Commission are:

Incentives, Allowances & Perks for Gramin Dak Sevak after 7th Pay Commission:

• Children education allowance of a maximum of Rs. 6000 per year
• Stationery charges of Rs 25 per month
• CMA of Rs 180
• Office rent for Branch Postmaster of Rs 500 for standard office & Rs 200 for non-standard office
• Voluntary Retirement option available after a minimum of 10 years’ service
• Transfer Policy: One-time transfer for Males & 2-times for Females

India Post Office GDS Result and Cut Off

India Post Officer Gramin Dak Sevaks result of 2020 has been published to the official website. The GDS Result will be available in the PDF format. To be recruited in the exam, the aspirants need to get the minimum qualifying cut off score. Go through the following tables to know more about the cut off trends:

India Post Cut Off marks 2020

India Post Cut Off marks 2019

India Post Cut Off marks 2018

India Post GDS 2021 FAQs