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TN Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026 – 2095 Gramin Dak Sevaks (BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak) Posts
Last Updated: 27 August 2026
Tamil Nadu Postal Circle has released Notification No. 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20th August 2026 to engage 2095 Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDSs) including Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevaks across various divisions in Tamil Nadu. Online One-Time Registration starts from 31 August 2026 and the last date for submission of application form is 21 September 2026 (05:00 PM).
About India Post – Tamil Nadu Circle
India Post is the largest postal network in the world and provides essential communication and financial services across India. Gramin Dak Sevaks play a vital role in delivering postal and financial services in rural and semi-urban areas of Tamil Nadu.
🔥 Key Highlights
- Organization: Tamil Nadu Postal Circle (India Post)
- Notification No: 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20th August 2026
- Total Vacancies: 2095 Gramin Dak Sevaks (BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak)
- Job Type: Engagement on GDS basis
- Location: Tamil Nadu (Division-wise)
- Last Date: 21 September 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Apply Mode: Online
TN Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026 Quick Summary
| Organization | Tamil Nadu Postal Circle (India Post) |
| Job Category | Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type | GDS Engagement |
| Total Posts | 2095 Gramin Dak Sevaks |
| Location | Tamil Nadu |
| OTR Starting Date | 31 August 2026 |
| OTR Closing Date | 19 September 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Application Form Starting Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Application Form Last Date | 21 September 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
Recruitment Overview
Tamil Nadu Postal Circle has invited online applications for engagement of 2095 Gramin Dak Sevaks (Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster and Dak Sevaks) across various postal divisions in Tamil Nadu. Candidates who have passed 10th standard, studied the local language up to SSLC/10th, possess knowledge of computers and cycling, and have adequate means of livelihood can apply. Selection will be based on Merit List followed by Certificate Verification.
Why Join as Gramin Dak Sevak?
Gramin Dak Sevak engagement provides an opportunity to serve in rural and semi-urban post offices of Tamil Nadu. It offers fixed monthly Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA), opportunity to work close to home, and contributes to delivering essential postal and financial services to the community.
TN Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026 – Job Openings
- Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDSs) – 2095 Posts (Branch Postmaster / Assistant Branch Postmaster / Dak Sevak)
Division-wise Vacancy Details (Tamil Nadu)
- Arakkonam – 34 | Chengalpattu – 68 | Chennai City Central – 01 | Chennai City North – 02 | Chennai City South – 11 | Chennai City Sorting – 02
- Coimbatore – 41 | Cuddalore – 57 | Dharmapuri – 48 | Dindigul – 77 | Erode – 83 | Kanchipuram – 51
- Kanniyakumari – 30 | Karur – 45 | Kovilpatti – 58 | Krishnagiri – 63 | Kumbakonam – 42 | Madurai – 54
- Mayiladuthurai – 34 | Nagapattinam – 35 | Namakkal – 71 | Nilgiri – 35 | Pattukottai – 52 | Pollachi – 34
- Pondicherry – 76 | Pudukkottai – 47 | Ramanathapuram – 60 | RMS CB – 07 | RMS MA – 06 | RMS T – 02
- Salem East – 42 | Salem West – 46 | Sivaganga – 32 | Srirangam – 40 | Tambaram – 60 | Thanjavur – 54
- Theni – 60 | Trichy – 74 | Tirunelveli – 50 | Tirupattur – 49 | Tirupur – 85 | Tiruvannamalai – 108
- Tuticorin – 37 | Vellore – 29 | Virudhunagar – 44 | Vriddhachalam – 59
TN Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
- Must have passed 10th standard
- Must have studied the local language at least up to SSLC / 10th Standard from a recognized Board
- Knowledge of computers
- Knowledge of cycling
- Adequate means of livelihood
TN Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit (As on 21.09.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age (UR / EWS): 40 Years
Age Relaxation:
- +5 Years for SC/ST
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- PwBD: +10 Years (UR), +13 Years (OBC), +15 Years (SC/ST)
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government rules
TN Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026 – Pay Scale (TRCA)
- Branch Postmaster (BPM) – Rs.12,000/- to Rs.29,380/-
- Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) / Dak Sevak – Rs.10,000/- to Rs.24,470/-
Benefits of Working as GDS
- Fixed monthly Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA)
- Opportunity to work in local post offices near home
- Contribution to rural postal and financial services
- Scope for further engagement / absorption as per rules
TN Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
- Merit List (based on 10th standard marks)
- Certificate Verification
TN Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply
- Visit the official GDS engagement portal: https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
- Complete Online One-Time Registration (OTR) between 31 August 2026 and 19 September 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Fill and submit the online application form between 02 September 2026 and 21 September 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Corrections (if any) can be made between 23 September 2026 and 24 September 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference
✅ Fact-Check Note: All details have been compiled from the official notification (Advt. No. 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20th August 2026). Candidates are strongly advised to verify the complete division-wise vacancies, eligibility and application process on the official website (https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement) before applying.
TN Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
TN Post Office GDS Recruitment 2026 – Related Searches
TN Post Office GDS Recruitment FAQ
Q: Total number of vacancies?
A: 2095 Gramin Dak Sevaks (BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak) Posts
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: Application Form last date is 21 September 2026 (05:00 PM)
Q: Is it a permanent job?
A: No, it is engagement as Gramin Dak Sevak
Q: What is the educational qualification?
A: 10th standard pass with local language studied up to SSLC/10th, knowledge of computers and cycling
Q: What is the selection process?
A: Merit List based on 10th marks followed by Certificate Verification
Q: What is the application fee?
A: Rs.100/- for others; Nil for Women / SC / ST / Transwomen / PwBD
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