AIGDSU Proposes Screening Test for GDS Recruitment – 10+2 Qualification & Local Preference

All India Gramin Dak Sevaks Union (AIGDSU)

Central Head Quarters, Padam Nagar, Delhi-110007

President: B. Venkateshwarlu

General Secretary: S. S. Mahadevaiah

Recipient:

Ms. Vandita Kaul Ji, Secretary, Department of Posts, Dak Bhavan, New Delhi 110001

Subject: Proposal for Modifications in GDS Online Engagement Process – Introduction of Screening Test After Selection

Lack of Competency Assessment in Current Process:

• Existing GDS recruitment lacks evaluation of basic skills (aptitude, communication).
• Leads to poor service quality and public complaints, especially in rural areas.

Proposed Screening Test:

• 50-mark test (1–2 hours) for shortlisted candidates before final appointment.
• Ensures minimum proficiency in office work and public interaction.

Upgraded Educational Qualification:

• Recommends raising the minimum qualification to 10+2 (current: 10th standard).

Preference for Local Candidates:

• Weightage for long-term residents educated under the same state board.
• Benefits: Local language proficiency, community familiarity, better service delivery.

Three-Stage Recruitment Model:

Stage 1: Online application & shortlisting.

Stage 2: Screening test for top-ranked candidates.

Stage 3: Final selection via document verification + test results.

Expected Outcomes:

• Filters non-serious/fake applicants from lakhs of applications.
• Maintains transparency while addressing regional needs.
• Reduces misrepresentation and administrative hurdles.

Implementation Strategy:

• Pilot in 1–2 Circles (e.g., Kerala, Karnataka) to assess feasibility.
• Form a committee to refine the proposal before nationwide rollout.

• GDS recruitment process
• Gramin Dak Sevak screening test
• Postal department hiring reforms
• AIGDSU proposal
• Local candidates in GDS
• 10+2 qualification for GDS
• Rural postal service quality
• Fake applications in India Post
• Three-stage recruitment model
• "How to improve GDS employee skills"
• "Advantages of hiring local candidates for postal services"
• "Challenges in current GDS online engagement"