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Sourav Kumar
Web Designer & SEO expert at - Nexthype AgencyHi, I'm Sourav, living near Kolkata. I graduated from Burdwan University and for the past five years, I've pursued my passion online as a content creator and web designer. I particularly love diving into research to write blog content that genuinely helps people.
The Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2025 by India Post has specific age limit and attempt criteria for candidates applying for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak positions.
In this article, we cover the maximum age limit for Post Office jobs, GDS age criteria for female candidates, and common FAQs.
GDS Post Office Age Limit 2025
Candidates applying for GDS recruitment must meet the following age criteria:
✔️ Minimum Age: 18 years (as of the last date of application)
✔️ Maximum Age: 40 years (before relaxation)
📌 Important:
- The age will be calculated as of 3rd March 2025 (last date of application).
- Candidates must ensure they meet the age requirements before applying.
Age Relaxation for Reserved Categories
Candidates from reserved categories get upper age limit relaxations:
| Category | Maximum Age with Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 40 years |
| SC/ST | 45 years (5 years relaxation) |
| OBC | 43 years (3 years relaxation) |
| EWS | 40 years (No relaxation) |
| PwD (General) | 50 years (10 years relaxation) |
| PwD (OBC) | 53 years (13 years relaxation) |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 55 years (15 years relaxation) |
✅ Example: If a candidate belongs to the OBC category, their maximum eligible age is 43 years instead of 40.
GDS Post Office Age Limit for Female Candidates
🔹 Female candidates have the same age criteria as male candidates.
🔹 However, SC/ST/OBC/PwD female candidates get category-based age relaxations as mentioned in the table above.
📌 Key Point: There is no separate age relaxation for females apart from category-based relaxations.
FAQs on GDS Age Limit & Attempt Limit
1. What is the maximum age limit for a Post Office job?
✅ The maximum age limit for GDS recruitment is 40 years for the General category and up to 55 years for PwD candidates.
2. Will there be any attempt limit for GDS recruitment 2025?
✅ No. There is no limit on the number of attempts. Candidates can apply multiple times until they reach the maximum age limit.
3. Can I attempt GDS recruitment for the 4th time?
✅ Yes. There is no restriction on the number of attempts as long as you meet the age criteria.
4. Is there any limit on GDS recruitment attempts?
✅ No. Candidates can apply multiple times until they reach the age limit of 40 years (UR), 43 years (OBC), or 45 years (SC/ST).
5. Will there be any age limit in GDS recruitment 2025?
✅ Yes. The age limit is 18 to 40 years, with relaxations for reserved categories.
6. Can I apply for GDS if I was born in 2008?
❌ No. You must be at least 18 years old as of 3rd March 2025. If you were born in 2008, you won’t be eligible.
7. Can I apply for a GDS post at the age of 40?
✅ Yes! General category candidates can apply till 40 years. If you belong to SC/ST/OBC/PwD, you can apply even beyond 40 with relaxations.
8. What is the age limit for GDS recruitment in 2026?
The expected age limit for GDS 2026 is:
✔️ Minimum Age: 18 years
✔️ Maximum Age: 40 years (UR), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC/ST).
9. Does GDS have no age limit?
❌ No. GDS has an upper age limit of 40 years, which extends for reserved categories.
10. Will GDS recruitment 2025 be postponed?
🚫 No official announcement has been made about postponement. The application process is scheduled from 10th February 2025 to 3rd March 2025.
Conclusion
- GDS Age Limit: 18 to 40 years (with relaxations for reserved categories).
- No attempt limit – candidates can apply multiple times.
- Female candidates follow the same age criteria as male candidates.
- Stay updated via the official India Post website: https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
🚀 Start your GDS 2025 application today!
Hi, I'm Sourav, living near Kolkata. I graduated from Burdwan University and for the past five years, I've pursued my passion online as a content creator and web designer. I particularly love diving into research to write blog content that genuinely helps people.
