The Department of Posts is highly anticipated to announce the India Post GDS Result 2026 for the Schedule-II July cycle very soon. According to the latest updates, the first merit list for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) recruitment is expected to be published between October 10 and October 17, 2026. Candidates who applied for the 23,757 vacancies—which include Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak posts—will be able to check their selection status online.
The merit list will be published in a zone-wise PDF format on the official GDS engagement portal. Candidates will not need login credentials to access the result file.
October 10, 2026, at 8 PM: India Post GDS 1st Merit List is expected soon. Keep visiting this page for Live updates
India Post GDS Result 2026 Overview
Here is a quick overview of the India Post Gramin Dak Sevak recruitment cycle for 2026:
| Recruitment Authority | Department of Posts, India Post |
| Cycle Name | Schedule-II July 2026 |
| Post Names | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), BPM, ABPM |
| Total Vacancies | 23,757 |
| First Merit List Date | Expected between October 10 – October 17, 2026 |
| Selection Process | Merit-based (Class 10th Board Marks) |
| Result Format | Zone-wise Online PDF |
| Official Website | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
Selection Process for Gramin Dak Sevak
One of the unique features of the India Post GDS recruitment is that it does not involve any written examinations.
Merit-Based Selection: Candidates are strictly shortlisted based on their academic performance in Class 10 (Matriculation).
An automated system generates the merit list based on the marks/grades/points obtained in the 10th standard, provided the candidate fulfills all other eligibility criteria.
How to Check India Post GDS First Merit List 2026?
Once officially released, candidates can follow these simple steps to check if they made the cut:
Visit the Official Portal: Go to the official India Post GDS engagement website at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
Locate the Candidate’s Corner: On the homepage, look for the “Shortlisted Candidates” or “Latest News” section.
Select Your Region: Click on the “Schedule-II July 2026 First Merit List” link and choose your respective postal circle/state.
Open the PDF: The zone-wise merit list will open in a PDF format.
Search Your Details: Press
Ctrl + Fand enter your Registration Number or Name to quickly locate your result.Save the Document: Download the PDF file and save a copy for future reference during the document verification stage.
Zone-Wise GDS First Merit List PDF (Expected Links)
Below is a state-wise breakdown where the selection list PDFs will be updated once they are live on the official website:
| Postal Circle / Zone | 1st Merit List PDF Link |
| Andhra Pradesh | Available Soon |
| Bihar | Available Soon |
| Delhi | Available Soon |
| Gujarat | Available Soon |
| Haryana | Available Soon |
| Himachal Pradesh | Available Soon |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Available Soon |
| Jharkhand | Available Soon |
| Maharashtra | Available Soon |
| Uttar Pradesh | Available Soon |
| Other Circles | Available Soon |
Document Verification Process
If your registration number appears on the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026, you will be shortlisted for the next critical stage: Document Verification (DV).
Reporting: You must report to the designated Divisional Head (as mentioned alongside your name in the merit list PDF) before the stipulated deadline.
Required Documents: Shortlisted applicants need to carry all original educational certificates (Class 10 mark sheet), identity proof, caste/category certificate (if applicable), and two sets of self-attested photocopies.
Medical Examination: Following successful document verification, candidates will undergo a basic medical examination before final joining.
Note: If a candidate fails to report for document verification within the given timeline, their candidature will be immediately cancelled, and the seat will be passed to candidates in subsequent merit lists.
