Gramin Dak Sevak
Assists the postmaster with stamps, stationery, mail transfers and Railway Mail Services.
Overview
The Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) assists the postmaster or sub-postmaster in the sale of stamps and stationery, and mail transfers. He or she is also involved in Railway Mail Services (RMS) such as opening and closing of bags, and bag transport.
Where they work
- Departmental offices such as sub post offices and head post offices
Work environment
You will be working in an office set-up. Local travel is not a part of the job profile. You are likely to work 5 to 6 days a week and 3 to 5 hours every day.
Opportunities for differently abled exist in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You like to file or type.
- You are quick to take on new responsibilities.
- You like to organize things (files, desks/offices).
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
- 1Class 10th pass with passing marks in Mathematics, English, and local language (as per the state).
- 2Proficiency in the local language of the state/region is mandatory, which requires studying the local language up to Class 10th.
- 3Candidates must hold a Basic Computer Training Certificate (minimum of 60 days duration) from a recognized training institute.
Forms, exams and applications
Exam names above are as printed in the source card. Application windows, eligibility and syllabi change — always check the official notification for current dates.
Where to apply
Any school in India approved by a recognized board. The card names no specific institutes for this career.
These institute lists are indicative examples from the source card, not a ranked or complete directory. Always verify accreditation on the institute's official website.
Career outcomes
Growth path
- 1Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)
- 2Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant
- 3Postmaster (Branch/Sub-Post Office)
- 4Senior Postmaster/Assistant Superintendent
- 5Superintendent of Post Offices
- 6Director (Postal Services)
- 7Chief Postmaster General
Expected income
₹10,000 – ₹29,380 per month
This is the approximate salary of a Gramin Dak Sevak. The figures are indicative and subject to change.
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Student action plan
What you can do this month
- Read this whole roadmap and note any subjects, exams or institutes you don't recognise yet.
- Talk to a teacher or school counsellor about how your current subjects connect to Any Stream.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to public service.
- Shortlist 2–3 institutes from the list above and check their official website for current admission details.
- Save this career and compare it with 1–2 others you're considering.
Example from the field
Suman Bappa — The Branch Postmaster at India Post in Kolkata. He has done his B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from Techno India Salt Lake (TISL).
SourceThis profile is shared for training/educational purposes only, as printed in the source card.
Sources and update notice
- Career card source: Exploring Career Paths with Career Cards, Volume 2, printed page 561 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://indiapostgdsonline.cept.gov.in/Notifications/Model_Notification.pdf
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
Selection as a Gramin Dak Sevak is on merit from Class 10 marks; the fees shown on the card are for optional preparatory or computer-training courses, not for entry.
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.