The Department of Posts has released the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 for the Schedule-II, July 2026 recruitment cycle. Candidates who applied for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM) and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)/Dak Sevak posts can check their selection status in the circle-wise merit list PDFs on the official GDS online engagement portal.
A total of 23,757 vacancies were notified under this recruitment. The 1st Merit List contains 23,469 shortlisted candidates. Selection is based purely on Class 10 marks — there is no written examination. Shortlisted candidates must complete document verification on or before 27 October 2026.
India Post GDS Result 2026 — Overview
| Organization | Department of Posts, Government of India |
| Recruitment | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) — Schedule-II, July 2026 |
| Post Names | GDS, Branch Postmaster (BPM), ABPM/Dak Sevak |
| Total Vacancies Notified | 23,757 |
| Shortlisted in List-I | 23,469 |
| Result | 1st Merit List (List-I) |
| Result Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Selection Basis | Class 10 marks merit (no written exam) |
| Result Format | Circle-wise PDF (23 circles) |
| Official Website | indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement |
Important Dates
| Online Application | 2 September – 21 September 2026 |
| 1st Merit List Released | 12 October 2026 |
| Document Verification Deadline | 27 October 2026 |
| Further Merit Lists | Dates not officially announced |
Circle-Wise List-I PDFs (Official)
All PDFs verified from the official India Post GDS portal. Each PDF header reads “GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026 – [Circle] Circle – List 1”.
| Postal Circle | Shortlisted Candidates | Official List-I PDF |
|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 915 | Download PDF |
| Assam | 414 | Download PDF |
| Bihar | 1,097 | Download PDF |
| Chhattisgarh | 761 | Download PDF |
| Delhi | 16 | Download PDF |
| Gujarat | 498 | Download PDF |
| Haryana | 87 | Download PDF |
| Himachal Pradesh | 332 | Download PDF |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 340 | Download PDF |
| Jharkhand | 1,379 | Download PDF |
| Karnataka | 1,102 | Download PDF |
| Kerala | 1,359 | Download PDF |
| Madhya Pradesh | 1,450 | Download PDF |
| Maharashtra | 2,425 | Download PDF |
| North East | 2,554 | Download PDF |
| Odisha | 1,351 | Download PDF |
| Punjab | 122 | Download PDF |
| Rajasthan | 1,009 | Download PDF |
| Tamil Nadu | 2,115 | Download PDF |
| Telangana | 246 | Download PDF |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,687 | Download PDF |
| Uttarakhand | 452 | Download PDF |
| West Bengal | 1,758 | Download PDF |
| Total | 23,469 |
Shortlisted counts verified by direct extraction from official PDFs. If a link does not open, visit the official GDS portal and select your circle manually.
How to Check India Post GDS Result 2026
On Desktop:
- Visit the official GDS portal at indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
- Find the “Shortlisted Candidates: Schedule-II, July-2026” section
- Select your postal circle from the list
- Download the List-I merit list PDF
- Press Ctrl+F, enter your Registration Number (format: G2607…)
- If your registration number appears, note your Division and Post details
- Download and save the PDF for future reference
On Mobile:
- Open the official GDS portal in your mobile browser
- Tap the “Shortlisted Candidates: Schedule-II, July-2026” section
- Select your postal circle
- Download the List-I PDF (it will open in your PDF reader)
- Use the search/find function in your PDF reader app
- Enter your Registration Number to check your selection status
Note: The merit list does not contain candidate names. Search using your Registration Number only.
Details Mentioned in the Merit List PDF
Each entry in the official List-I PDF contains:
- Serial Number
- Division name
- Office name
- Post ID
- Post Name (BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak)
- Post Community (UR / OBC / SC / ST / EWS / PwD)
- Registration Number
- Percentage of Marks
Document Verification — Official Instructions
As stated in the official List-I PDF:
“Shortlisted candidates should get their documents verified at the Divisional Office of the Division to which they are selected on or before 27/10/2026.”
“Candidates should report with originals & 2 sets of photocopies of all relevant documents.”
What to carry:
- Original documents supporting all details in your application
- Two sets of self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents
Where to report: The Divisional Office of the Division mentioned against your entry in the merit list.
Deadline: On or before 27 October 2026.
Note: For the specific list of documents (marksheet, identity proof, caste certificate, medical certificate, etc.), refer to the official GDS recruitment notification for Schedule-II, July 2026.
What If Your Registration Number Is Not in List-I?
The 1st Merit List contains 23,469 shortlisted candidates against 23,757 notified vacancies. If your registration number does not appear, further merit lists may be released for posts remaining vacant. The official dates for subsequent lists have not been announced. Keep checking the official GDS portal for updates.
Important Links
| GDS Official Portal | https://www.indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement |
| India Post Official Website | https://www.indiapost.gov.in |
FAQs
When was the India Post GDS Result 2026 released?
The 1st Merit List (List-I) for Schedule-II, July 2026 was released on 12 October 2026.
How is selection done for GDS? Is there an exam?
Selection is purely merit-based on Class 10 marks. There is no written examination or interview.
What is the last date for document verification?
Shortlisted candidates must complete document verification on or before 27 October 2026 at their concerned Divisional Office.
How do I check my name in the merit list?
The merit list does not contain candidate names. Download your circle’s List-I PDF and search for your Registration Number (Ctrl+F on desktop, find function on mobile).
What documents are needed for verification?
As per the official instructions: originals and two sets of photocopies of all relevant documents. Report to the Divisional Office mentioned in the merit list.
My registration number is not in List-I. What next?
Further merit lists may be released for vacant posts. Official dates have not been announced. Monitor the official GDS portal.
Sources: India Post GDS Online Engagement portal (indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement).
When was the result declared?
The result was declared on 12 October 2026, as stated in this post. Check the result link given in this post for the list of qualified candidates, and match your roll number or registration number exactly, because a single digit difference can change the result.
How to check the result?
Open the official result link given in this post, enter the details asked for in this post, such as your roll number or registration number, and search for your number in the list. Download the result from indiapost.gov.in and keep a printout for the next stage.
What about the cutoff / merit list?
The cutoff and merit list details are given in the result notice linked in this post, where this post states them. Check the official list and the notice from indiapost.gov.in for the category-wise cutoff and the next stage, because those figures differ by post and by category.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the result declared?
The result was declared on 12 October 2026, as stated in this post. Check the result link given in this post for the list of qualified candidates, and match your roll number or registration number exactly, because a single digit difference can change the result.
How to check the result?
Open the official result link given in this post, enter the details asked for in this post, such as your roll number or registration number, and search for your number in the list. Download the result from indiapost.gov.in and keep a printout for the next stage.
What about the cutoff / merit list?
The cutoff and merit list details are given in the result notice linked in this post, where this post states them. Check the official list and the notice from indiapost.gov.in for the category-wise cutoff and the next stage, because those figures differ by post and by category.
Answers on this page are taken from this post. Where this post does not state a date or fee, that question is omitted rather than guessed.