INDIA POST GDS RESULT 2026 – 1ST MERIT LIST
The Department of Posts has released the 1st Merit List of GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026 on 12.10.2026 as circle-wise PDFs. Shortlisted candidates must complete document verification on or before 27.10.2026.
DEPARTMENT OF POSTS — Ministry of Communications, Government of India — Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement
At a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026 | |
| 1st Merit List | 12.10.2026 |
| MERIT LIST | 1st List |
| RELEASE DATE | 12.10.2026 |
| TOTAL POSTS | 23,757 |
| DV LAST DATE | 27.10.2026 |
| Official Website | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
RESULT DETAILS
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications |
| Engagement | GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026 |
| Posts | BPM, ABPM & Dak Sevak |
| Total Posts | 23,757 |
| Merit List | 1st Merit List (Circle-wise PDF) |
| Release Date | 12.10.2026 |
| Selection Basis | Class 10 marks (no written exam) |
| Document Verification | On or before 27.10.2026 |
| Official Website | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
CIRCLE-WISE 1ST MERIT LIST
| S.No. | Postal Circle | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh | 1st Merit List Released |
| 2 | Assam | 1st Merit List Released |
| 3 | Bihar | 1st Merit List Released |
| 4 | Chhattisgarh | 1st Merit List Released |
| 5 | Delhi | 1st Merit List Released |
| 6 | Gujarat | 1st Merit List Released |
| 7 | Haryana | 1st Merit List Released |
| 8 | Himachal Pradesh | 1st Merit List Released |
| 9 | Jammu & Kashmir | 1st Merit List Released |
| 10 | Jharkhand | 1st Merit List Released |
| 11 | Karnataka | 1st Merit List Released |
| 12 | Kerala | 1st Merit List Released |
| 13 | Madhya Pradesh | 1st Merit List Released |
| 14 | Maharashtra | 1st Merit List Released |
| 15 | North East | 1st Merit List Released |
| 16 | Odisha | 1st Merit List Released |
| 17 | Punjab | 1st Merit List Released |
| 18 | Rajasthan | 1st Merit List Released |
| 19 | Tamil Nadu | 1st Merit List Released |
| 20 | Telangana | 1st Merit List Released |
| 21 | Uttar Pradesh | 1st Merit List Released |
| 22 | Uttarakhand | 1st Merit List Released |
| 23 | West Bengal | 1st Merit List Released |
| TOTAL POSTS | 23,757 |
HOW TO CHECK RESULT
- Visit the official GDS portal indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
- Open the latest link for shortlisted candidates / merit list / result.
- Select your state / postal circle and open the GDS Merit List PDF.
- Search your registration number or name and download the PDF.
- Check the cut-off marks given in the merit list PDF.
NEXT STEPS
- 1st Merit List
- Report to Divisional Office
- Document Verification
- Engagement
Get documents verified at the Divisional Office of the Division to which you are selected on or before 27.10.2026.
Report with originals and 2 sets of photocopies of all relevant documents.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VERIFICATION
- Class 10 marksheet and certificate
- Date of birth proof
- Valid identity proof
- Category certificate (where applicable)
- EWS certificate (where applicable)
- Disability certificate (where applicable)
- Local language / eligibility documents (where required)
- Any other documents specified by India Post
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When was the India Post GDS Result 2026 1st Merit List released?
Ans. The 1st Merit List of GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026 was released on 12.10.2026 as circle-wise PDFs.
Q. How to download the India Post GDS Merit List 2026 PDF?
Ans. Visit indiapostgdsonline.gov.in, open the shortlisted candidates / merit list link, select your postal circle and download the PDF.
Q. Is there a written exam for India Post GDS 2026?
Ans. No. Candidates are selected on the basis of marks obtained in Class 10.
Q. What is the closing date for GDS document verification 2026?
Ans. Shortlisted applicants must get their documents verified at the Divisional Office of their selected division on or before 27.10.2026.
Q. What documents are needed for India Post GDS verification?
Ans. Originals and 2 sets of photocopies of the Class 10 marksheet and certificate, date of birth proof, ID proof and category / EWS / disability certificates where applicable.
Q. What is the total number of posts are being filled through India Post GDS 2026?
Ans. A total of 23,757 BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak posts are being filled across the postal circles.
QUICK LINKS
Important Note
Shortlisted applicants must complete document verification on or before 27.10.2026; for details visit indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.