This is a complete simple guide for GDS BPM / ABPM.

In 2025, GDS leave process is changing slowly towards online system.
Now many divisions are asking employees to apply leave using ESS (Employee Self Service) through India Post IT 2.0.

Website: https://app.indiapost.gov.in/employeeportal

Types of Leave for GDS

Do You Still Need Manual Letter?

This depends on your division.

• Some divisions: ESS Only (online leave)
• Some divisions: ESS + Manual Letter both
• Some divisions: Manual Letter only (if ESS not enabled fully)

So always check once with your Division before final decision.

What documents are needed?

Tip: Use clear JPG or PDF. Do not upload blurred photos.

How to Apply Leave Online (ESS Portal)

1. Open this link: https://app.indiapost.gov.in/employeeportal
2. Login with Employee ID + OTP (or password)
3. On dashboard click Self Service
4. Then open Leave Management System
5. Click Apply Leave
6. Select leave type (Paid / Medical / Others)
7. Enter From Date → To Date
8. Write reason clearly
9. Upload document if required
10. Click Submit

After submitting → You will get Leave Request Number.

Keep it saved.

How to Check Leave Status

1. Login to ESS Portal
2. Open Leave History
3. Check status (Pending / Approved / Rejected)

If approved → you can download sanction order from same page.

Tips to get approval faster

• Apply 1 day before leave if possible
• Reason should be short and clear
• Upload proper document (if needed)
• Keep mobile number updated in ESS

Final Conclusion

GDS leave system is slowly moving to digital.

ESS portal is the official and safe method.

Use https://app.indiapost.gov.in/employeeportal
to apply leave and to check leave status.

This reduces paperwork and makes the leave process faster.