Gramin Dak Sevak Recruitment 2020 (GDS Recruitment 2020)
India Post is inviting an application for the post of Gramin Dak Sevak (Branch Post Master/ Assistant Branch Post Master/ Dak Sevak) and others various post. If you are interested and eligible then you may apply for this government job. You can find all the details about educational qualifications and others are described below.
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| Gramin Dak Sevak Recruitment 2020 (GDS Recruitment 2020) - Branch Post Master/ Assistant Branch Post Master/ Dak Sevak Posts - Full Information |
Details - Gramin Dak Sevak Recruitment 2020 (GDS Recruitment 2020)
Gramin Dak Sevak Application Form 2020: GDS Apply Online
Before getting into the details of GDS application form, let’s have an overview of the GDS recruitment 2020 :
| Recruitment Body | India Post (Bharatiya Dak Vibhag) |
| Name of Posts | Gramin Dak Sevak, Branch Postmaster & Assistant Branch Postmaster |
| Total Vacancies | 2582 |
| Active Recruitment Postal Circles | Jharkhand, Punjab & North-Eastern |
| Experience | Fresher |
| Educational Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Fee Payment | Online or Offline |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100/- (Only for General/ EWS & OBC Male Candidates ) |
| Official Website | appost.in |
India Post Gramin Dak Sevak Recruitment 2020 Important Dates
Candidates can check the important dates for GDS Recruitment from the table below:
| Events | Important Dates |
| Start of Registration and Fee Payment | November 12, 2020 |
| End of Registration and Fee Payment | December 11, 2020 |
| Start of GDS Online Application | November 12, 2020 |
| End of GDS Online Application | December 11, 2020 |
GDS Vacancies
India Post has released GDS Recruitment 2020 vacancies for Jharkhand & Punjab postal circles. Check the circle-wise vacancies from the table below.
| Postal Circles | Vacancies |
| Jharkhand | 1118 |
| Punjab | 516 |
| North-Eastern | 948 |
| Total | 2582 |
Gramin Dak Sevak Posts
The above vacancies are for the following posts:
- Gramin Dak Sevak
- Branch Postmaster (BPM)
- Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
Gramin Dak Sevak Application Form: GDS Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must check the GDS eligibility criteria before applying for the posts:
GDS Age Limit
- The candidate should be between 18 to 40 years as on November 12, 2020
- There is relaxation in upper age limit for candidates belonging to reserved categories:
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PWD | 10 Years |
| PWD + OBC | 13 Years |
| PWD + SC/ ST | 15 Years |
| EWS | No Relaxation |
Others as per Govt rules.
GDS Educational Qualification
- Candidate must have passed 10th class with Mathematics and English as compulsory or elective subjects.
- The candidate must have studied the local language at least up to Class 10 as compulsory or as elective subjects.
GDS Computer Knowledge
Candidates must obtain a basic Computer Training Course Certificate for at least 60 days duration from any Computer Training Institute run by Central Govt/State Govt/Universities/Boards/Private Institutions/Organizations.
However, the requirement of a basic computer knowledge certificate is relaxable if the candidate has studied computer as a subject in Matriculation or Class XII or any other higher educational level.
Other Criteria:
- Candidates must also have knowledge of cycling which is a pre-requisite for all GDS posts.
- Candidates must know how to read, write, and communicate in the local language of respective State/UT. Click Here to check the list of local languages for different States/UTs.
Note that as per the official notification the local language for Jharkhand is Hindi and for Punjab it is Punjabi.
Gramin Dak Sevak Selection Process
Check out the following points related to the selection process:
- Candidates will be selected for the post based on the merit list which will be prepared as per the rules. No exam will be conducted for the selection of candidates.
- The candidates will be selected based on the marks obtained in Class 10 and no weightage will be given for higher educational qualification.
- The percentage of aggregate marks will be considered to the accuracy of 4 decimals for finalizing the selection.
- However, passing all the subjects as per the respective approved board norms is mandatory.
- Candidates will have to apply by entering their 10th marks. In the case of candidates having Grades/Points, the same has to be converted to marks and filled in the application form.
Gramin Dak Sevak Salary (Post-Wise Payscale)
The salary for GDS posts is referred to as Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA). Check the new GDS salary for Gramin Dak Sevak, ABPM, and BPM posts from below:
| Posts | Min. TRCA for 4 Hours | Min. TRCA for 5 Hours |
| BPM | Rs.12,000/- | Rs.14,500/- |
| ABPM | Rs.10,000/- | Rs.12,000/- |
| Gramin Dak Sevak | Rs.10,000/- | Rs.12,000/- |
Note that candidates recruited for GDS posts will be initially placed under the TRCA 4 hours category. Also, the above-mentioned salary is the minimum pay and other allowances and increments are applicable as per rules.
GDS BPM Salary 2020
The Gramin Dak Sevak Salary details for BPM or Branch Post Master is as below:
New Salary:
- – The minimum TRCA for 4 Hours/Level 1 in the TRCA slab is Rs. 12000/- per month and the maximum is Rs.29, 380/-.
- – The minimum TRCA for 5 Hours/Level 2 in TRCA slab is Rs. 14500/- per month and the maximum is Rs. 35,480/-.
Old Salary
| Working Hours | Basic (Rs.) | Increment/DA (Rs.) | Gross Salary (Rs.) |
| 3 Hours | 2045 | 50/3261 | 6012 |
| 3 Hours 30 Mins | 3200 | 60/3808 | 7008 |
| 4 Hours | 3660 | 70/4355 | 8015 |
| 5 Hours | 4575 | 85/5444 | 10019 |
The P TAX or Professional Tax is Rs.110 for all working hours.
GDS ABPM & Dak Sevak Salary
- – The minimum TRCA for 4 Hours/Level 1 in TRCA slab has been increased to Rs. 10000/- per month and the maximum to Rs.24, 470/-.
- – The minimum TRCA for 5 Hours/Level 2 in TRCA slab is Rs. 12000/- per month and the maximum to Rs. 29,480/-.
Gramin Dak Sevak Application Form: Stages
Check the major stages involved in GDS online application process 2020:
- Registration
- Fee Payment (Online or Offline)
- Apply Online (Fill Application, Upload Documents, Select Post Preferences, Preview, Submit and Take Printout)
How To Apply For Gramin Dak Sevak Posts 2020?
Candidates need to complete registration and fill the Gramin Dak Sevak application form in online mode. Follow the steps below for GDS online apply 2020:
- – 1st Step: Visit the official website – appost.in.
- – 2nd Step: Click on the link “Registration“. Enter the details such as name, mobile number, gender, date of birth, category, etc.
- – 3rd Step: Verify your mobile number with the OTP received. A unique registration number will be generated.
- – 4th Step: Pay the application fee through online mode or offline mode by visiting the head post office.
- – 5th Step: Fill up the GDS online application form using the registration number and other details. Upload your prescribed educational certificates, photo, and signature in the prescribed formats and click on the “Submit Details” button.
- – 6th Step: Take a print out of the filled application form for future reference.
Candidates can also check their Gramin Dak Sevak Application Status by clicking on the link and by entering the required credentials.
If a candidate has lost his registration number/Fee ID then he/she can check it from Forgot Registration/Fee Details option available. Also, candidates can change their Mobile Number using the Change of Mobile Number option.
Gramin Dak Sevak Application Fee
Check the application fee to be paid for GDS registration 2020:
| Category | Application Fee (Rs.) |
| Unreserved / OBC / EWS (Male) | 100 |
| SC/ ST/ PWD | 0 |
| Female Candidates | 0 |
Gramin Dak Sevak Application Form: Signature & Photograph
Candidates will have to take care of the formats and the file size of the scanned copies which they have to upload while filling the Gramin Dak Sevak Application Form 2020. Check the specifications below:
Photo
Scanned copy of the photo in JPG format with a file size up to 50 kb and dimensions of 200 X 230 pixels
Signature
Scanned copy of the photo in JPG format with a file size up to 20 kb and dimensions of 140 X 60 pixels
Besides the above two scanned copies, candidates should also be ready with other scanned copies. Check the details from the table below:
| Name of the Document | File Format | File Size | Mandatory or Not |
| Class 10/ SSC Marks Memo & Certificate | jpg/ jpeg | 200 kb | Mandatory |
| DOB Proof | jpg/ jpeg | 200 kb | Only if DOB is not present in SSC Marks Memo |
| Computer Certificate | jpg/ jpeg | 200 kb | Can be submitted at the time of appointment if got selected |
| Community Certificate | jpg/ jpeg | 200 kb | Mandatory for all categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) except for Un-Reserved category |
| Certificate of Disability | jpg/ jpeg | 200 kb | Mandatory for PH Candidates |
| Transgender Certificate | jpg/ jpeg | 200 kb | Mandatory for Transgender Candidates |
GDS Application Fee Payment Process
In order to apply for the Gramin Dak Sevak Posts, candidates need to register themselves by paying the GDS application fees. The application fee can either be paid through online mode or through offline mode.
Fee Payment Through Offline Mode
In order to pay the fee through offline mode, candidates will have to visit the Head Post Office or fee payment offices. Candidates can download the GDS Head Post Offices List for fee Payment, where candidates can visit and pay the GDS application fee for GDS recruitment 2020.
Documents Required To Fill GDS Application Form
For hassle-free filling of GDS application form, candidates are advised to be ready with the following documents as per their eligibility and requirement:
- Scanned Copy of Photo
- Signature Scanned Copy
- SSC Marks Memo (Class 10 Marks Card)
- DOB Certificate or SSC Marks Memo as a DOB proof
- Community or Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) Certificate (if applicable)
- Computer Certificate as required
- PH certificate (if applicable)
- Additional SSC Marks Memos (if any)
Gramin Dak Sevak Application Form: Contact Details
Candidates can contact the officials for any queries related to notification and online application.
| Districts | Contact Details |
| Chandigarh, Ludhiana City, Ludhiana Muffossil, patiala and Sangrur | Helpline: 0172-2547717, Email: staff.pb@indiapost.gov.in (or) |
| Amritsar, Bathinda, Faridkot, Ferozepur, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, Jalandhar and Kapurthala | Helpline: 0172-2722144 Email: staff.chandigarh@indiapost.gov.in |
For Jharkhand
| Circle | Contact Details |
| Jharkhand | Helpline: 0651-2480421 Email: gdsenquiry@gmail.com |
For Nort-Eastern Circles
| Circle | Contact Details |
| North- Eastern | Helpline: 0364 – 2227326 Email: gdsonline.ne@gmail.com |
In case of any technical issues in filling the application form, candidates can email their issues to the email ID provided below:
Email ID: gdsoltechissues@gmail.com
However, candidates are advised to first go through the GDS FAQs to clear their doubts before contacting the officials.
Gramin Dak Sevak Application Form 2020: Important Links
We are providing you with some important links which will help you to proceed with all the application form related procedures. Check the table below :
| GDS Online Registration Link | Click Here |
| GDS Fee Payment Link | Click Here |
| GDS Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| GDS Application Status Link | Click Here |
| GDS Forgot Registration / Fee ID | Click Here |
| GDS Change of Mobile Number link | Click Here |
| List of Post Offices for Offline Fee Payment | Click Here |
| GDS Official Notification PDF | GDS Jharkhand Notification GDS Punjab Notification GDS North-Eastern Notification |
GDS BPM Job Profile/Work
Job Profile or Work Profile of Branch Post Master – BPM
The job profile of Branch Post Master (BPM) is listed below:
- The Branch Post Maser is responsible to take care of the entire Gram Panchayat postal works.
- Basically, the BPM will be heading the branch. That is, he/she should administrate the tasks to be performed in his/her branch.
- The Branch Post Master is responsible to promote the Government Schemes such as Sukanya Samrudhi Yojana, Money Depositing, etc. and try to open the maximum number of accounts in his/her branch.
- The BPM is also responsible to take care of money orders, book posts, speed posts, etc.
- BPM is responsible to assign the task of distribution to the concerned person.
Dak Sevak Job Profile/Work
Check the job profile for Dak Sevak post from below:
- Dak Sevak is involved in all functions such as the sale of stamps and stationery, conveyance and delivery of mail, and any other duties assigned by Postmaster/Sub Postmaster including IPPB work in the Departmental Post Offices/RMS.
- Dak Sevak needs to assist the Post Masters/Sub Postmasters in managing the smooth functioning of Departmental Post Offices and do marketing, business procurement, or any other work assigned by Supervising authorities.
- In Railway Mail Services (RMS), Gramin Dak Sevak has to involve in work such as closing/opening of bags, transport of bags from one place to another, and any other works allotted by the RMS authorities.
GDS ABPM Job Profile/Work
Check the job profile of the Assistant Branch Post Master post from below:
- Assistant Branch Post Master must assist the BPM for the smooth functioning of the branch.
- The ABPM is involved in all basic functions such as the sale of stamps and stationery, conveyance and delivery of mail, deposits/payments/other transactions under IPPB, assisting Branch Post Masters in counter duties using the handheld devices/Smartphones supplied by the Department.
- ABPM is also involved in marketing, business procurement, and any other work assigned by the Branch Postmaster or IPO/ASPO/SPOs/SSPOs/SRM/SSRM and other Supervising authorities.
- Assistant Branch Postmaster is also required to do Combined Duty of BPMs as and when ordered.
