PANAJI: The Government of India’s Department of Posts has officially approved amendments to the recruitment policy for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts in Goa, making proficiency in Konkani a mandatory requirement.
According to the official notification issued by the Department today, candidates applying for GDS posts in post offices located in Goa must have studied Konkani or Marathi at the 10th standard level. However, candidates who have studied only Marathi must also possess proficiency in Konkani.
The notification further states that in cases where Konkani has not been studied up to the 10th standard, the candidate’s proficiency shall be verified based on a certificate issued by Goa Konkani Akademi or any other Government-authorized authority, as nominated by the State of Goa for the purpose.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, who met Ramesh Patil, Director of Postal Services for the Goa Region, confirmed the development, calling it a significant step towards ensuring greater employment opportunities for Goans.
“The Department of Posts has approved the amendments to the Gramin Dak Sevak recruitment conditions for Goa", Sawant announced on X, adding that the move will ensure priority for Goans in recruitment, open more employment opportunities for local youth, and strengthen postal service delivery in the state.
