Indian Postal Department GDS Recruitment 2024 for 44228 Vacancy Check Eligibility, Salary and Application Process

The Indian Postal Department has released the notification for GDS Recruitment 2024 through Notification No. 17-03/2024-GDS on 12th July 2024. Through this notification, the Indian Postal Department has invited interested and eligible candidates to fill the 44,228 vacant posts of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS). The vacancies will be filled for the post of Branch Post Master (BPM), Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM), and Dak Sevaks.

Interested candidates who passed the 10th standard (Matriculation) aged between 18 years to 40 years and have adequate means of livelihood can apply online through the official website i.e. www.indiapostgdsonline.gov.in from 15th July 2024 till 5th August 2024. To learn more details regarding GDS Recruitment 2024 interested candidates should go through this article where we discussed the eligibility, selection process, application process and more.

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GDS Recruitment 2024 Vacancy

The state, language and category-wise vacancies for India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2024 are as follows:

Salary:

The Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) are paid emoluments in the form of Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA). The initial basic TRCA slabs for the post of:

• Branch Post Master (BMP) → Rs. 12,000 – Rs. 29,380/-
• Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM)/ Dak Sevak → Rs. 10,000 – Rs. 24,470/-

There will be other benefits like Dearness Allowances on TRCA, GDS Gratuity and Service Discharge Benefit Scheme. There will be also an annual increment of 3% as per GDS rules,

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Job Profile and Responsibilities

Job Profile of Branch Post Master (BPM):

• The BPM is responsible for managing the day-to-day postal operations of the Branch Post Office (B.O) and India Post Payment Bank (IPPB) as prescribed by the Department.
• Handling marketing and promotion of products and services provided by the department and handling various services in the Customer Services Centers (CSCs).
• In single-handed Branch Offices, the BPM has to take the overall responsibility of handling and delivering mail and smooth functioning of the Office.
• BPM also has to assist the Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM) whenever required and in case of non-availability of ABPM, the BRM has to handle tasks as assigned by the superior.

Job Profile for Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM):

• Assisting Branch Post Master (BPM) in various postal operations as prescribed by the department.
• Selling postal stamps/stationeries, delivering mail at doorsteps, exchanging mail with account office (like deposit/payment/other transactions of IPPB).
• Marketing and promotion of products and services provided by the department and handling various services in the Customer Services Centers (CSCs).
• In case of non-availability of the BPM, the ABPM has to take on the responsibilities of the BPM and any other work assigned by the superiors.

Job Profile of Dak Sevak:

• Selling postal stamps/stationeries, delivering mail at doorsteps, deposit/payment/other transactions of IPPB and any other responsibilities assigned by the Postmaster/Sub Postmaster.
• May have to work in sorting offices of the Railway Mail Service (RMS).
• Have to handle receipt/dispatch of mailbags, transhipment of bags etc.
• Assisting Post Master / Sub Postmaster in managing the smooth functioning of the Departmental Post Office and doing marketing whenever required.

Resident / Accommodation:

• Branch Post Master (BPM): The candidate selected as Branch Post Master (BPM) will have to provide accommodation for the Branch Post Office after selection but before engagement. A declaration is to be submitted before engagement.
• Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM): The candidates selected as Assistant Branch Post Master have to reside within the delivery jurisdiction of the concerned Branch Post Office (BO).
• Dak Sevak: The candidate selected as Dak Sevak has to reside within the delivery jurisdiction of the concerned Post Office (HO/SO).

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GDS Recruitment 2024 Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit:

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years

Upper Age Limit Relaxation:

Education Qualification:

1. The candidates applying for the posts of BPM/ ABPM / Dak Sevak must have a Matriculation/Secondary School (10th) Examination pass certificate with passing marks in Mathematics and English from any recognised board.
2. The candidate should have studied the local language as per the applied Circle at least up to class 10 from any recognised board.
3. Other Qualification:
   • Knowledge of computers.
   • Knowledge of cycling.
   • Adequate means of livelihood.

Application Fee:

• Female / SC / ST / PwD / Transwomen Candidates → Nil
• All Other Candidates → Rs. 100/-

Mode of Payment: Online through Internet Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI. Transaction charges will be applicable as per the rules.

GDS Recruitment 2024 Selection Process

1. The selection process for GDS Recruitment 2024 is purely based on the merit list. The merit list of the shortlisted candidates will be prepared based on the marks obtained/conversion of Grades/Points to marks in the Secondary School Examination (10th standard) which will be aggregated to percentage to the accuracy of 4 decimals.
2. Physical Document Verification: The shortlisted candidates will be called for physical verification of documents.

GDS Recruitment 2024 Application Process

It is recommended to read the official notification thoroughly before applying online for GDS 2024.

Documents Required Before Applying Online:

1. Valid Mobile Number and Email ID (for OTP verification).
2. Secondary School Certificate (Class 10).
3. Aadhaar Card
4. Caste Certificate, Disability Certificate, No Objection Certificate (if applicable).
5. Recent Passport Size Photograph:
   • Dimensions: 200 x 230 pixels (200 dpi)
   • File Size: less than 50kb
   • File Format: jpg/jpeg
6. Signature:
   • Dimensions: 140 x 60 pixels (200 dpi)
   • File Size: less than 20kb
   • File Format: jpg/jpeg

Step-by-Step Online Application Process:

To apply online for GDS Recruitment 2024 the candidates must follow the following steps given below:

1. Visit the official GDS website (www.indiapostgdsonline.gov.in) and click on “Registration“.
2. Enter all the required details, validate the Email and Mobile Number through OTP, and click “Submit“.
3. Now provide your unique 12-digit Aadhaar Number, upload your photograph and signature, fill in other required details, and click “Submit“.
4. Review all the details and finish the registration process. Note the registration number for future reference and click “Continue to apply“.
5. Select Applying Circle validate with OTP and click on “Next“.
6. Now fill in all the required details of the Application Form and Choose Preferences as required.
7. Save and Submit the application form and proceed for Payment of Application Fee.
8. Take the Printout of the payment receipt and application form for future reference.

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