India Post GDS Result 2026 Released – Download 1st Merit List PDF Circle Wise
The India Post GDS Result 2026 has been officially released by the Department of Posts on 6 March 2026. Candidates who applied for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) posts can now download the circle-wise 1st merit list PDF from the official website.
The recruitment drive aims to fill 28,636 vacancies across India, and the selection list contains the names of candidates shortlisted for document verification.
Candidates can check their registration number and name in the merit list PDF for their respective postal circle.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | January 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 10 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 3 March 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 6 – 8 March 2026 |
| GDS 1st Merit List Result | 6 March 2026 |
| Document Verification | March – April 2026 |
| Additional Merit Lists | To be released if vacancies remain |
India Post GDS Result 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | India Post |
| Post Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), BPM, ABPM |
| Total Vacancies | 28,636 |
| Recruitment Cycle | Schedule-I January 2026 |
| Result Status | 1st Merit List Released |
| Result Date | 6 March 2026 |
| Result Mode | Online (PDF) |
| Selection Process | Merit List → Document Verification |
| Official Website | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
India Post GDS Vacancy 2026 – Circle Wise
| Postal Circle | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 1215 |
| Assam | 655 |
| Bihar | 1344 |
| Chhattisgarh | 638 |
| Delhi | 30 |
| Gujarat | 1203 |
| Haryana | 270 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 520 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 255 |
| Jharkhand | 822 |
| Karnataka | 1940 |
| Kerala | 1385 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 2102 |
| Maharashtra | 3553 |
| North Eastern | 1260 |
| Odisha | 1101 |
| Punjab | 400 |
| Rajasthan | 634 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2292 |
| Telangana | 981 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 3169 |
| Uttarakhand | 436 |
| West Bengal | 923 |
Total Vacancies: 28,636
The recruitment is conducted across 23 postal circles, and the result is released separately for each state.
India Post GDS Selection Process
The India Post GDS recruitment does not include a written exam or interview. Selection is completely merit-based.
The merit list is prepared using:
- Class 10th marks
- Automated merit generation system
- Reservation rules
- Circle-wise vacancy distribution
Marks are calculated up to four decimal places for ranking candidates.
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Details Mentioned in GDS Merit List
The result PDF contains the following details:
- Candidate Name
- Registration Number
- Post Name
- Division / Office
- Category
- Percentage of Marks
- Document Verification Instructions
These details help candidates verify their selection status.
How To Check & Download India Post GDS Result 2026
Follow these steps to check the merit list:
- Visit the official website indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
- Go to Candidate Corner
- Click on “Shortlisted Candidates / GDS Result”
- Select your Postal Circle / State
- Download the Merit List PDF
- Press Ctrl + F and search your Registration Number
If your number appears in the list, you are shortlisted for document verification.
Documents Required For Verification
Shortlisted candidates must carry the following documents:
- Class 10 Marksheet and Certificate
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport Size Photos
- Application Form Printout
Candidates must present both original documents and self-attested copies during verification.
What Happens After the GDS Merit List?
After the result:
- Shortlisted candidates attend document verification
- Verification at Divisional Head Office
- Candidates receive provisional engagement letter
- Final appointment after verification
Additional merit lists may also be released if vacancies remain unfilled.
India Post GDS Expected Cut Off 2026
| Category | Expected Cut Off |
|---|---|
| General | 85% – 95% |
| OBC | 80% – 90% |
| EWS | 80% – 88% |
| SC | 79% – 88% |
| ST | 75% – 85% |
Actual cut-off varies depending on state and number of applicants.
Important Links
Check India Post GDS Result 2026 (Circle Wise)
Visit Official Website → indiapostgdsonline.gov.in





