The India Post GDS Result 2026 has been officially released for the recruitment of 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak posts across India. Candidates who applied for the recruitment can now check their selection status by downloading the state-wise merit list PDFs from the official portal.
The result has been published by the India Post in the form of circle-wise merit lists. Applicants can search their registration number in the PDF file to confirm whether they have been shortlisted for the next stage.
Candidates whose registration numbers appear in the merit list will be called for Document Verification (DV), which is the final step before appointment.
India Post GDS Result 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | India Post |
| Recruitment Name | Gramin Dak Sevak Online Engagement Schedule-I January 2026 |
| Posts | GDS, Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) |
| Total Postal Circles | 23 |
| Total Vacancies | 28,636 |
| Merit List Status | Released |
| Shortlisted Candidates | 28,558 |
| Document Verification | Before 23 March 2026 |
| Selection Basis | 10th Marks |
| Official Website | indiapost.gov.in |
India Post GDS Merit List 2026 (State Wise)
The GDS 1st Merit List 2026 has been released separately for all 23 postal circles. Candidates need to download the PDF for their respective state or circle and search their registration number.
Some major circle-wise selections include:
| State / Circle | Selected Candidates | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 1048 | 1060 |
| Assam | 639 | 639 |
| Bihar | 1338 | 1344 |
| Gujarat | 1777 | 1782 |
| Karnataka | 1020 | 1022 |
| Kerala | 1691 | 1691 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 2102 | 2102 |
| Maharashtra | 3547 | 3553 |
| Rajasthan | 634 | 634 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2009 | 2009 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 436 | 3169 |
| West Bengal | 2963 | 2963 |
In total, 28,558 candidates have been shortlisted against 28,636 vacancies.
Posts Covered Under GDS Recruitment 2026
The recruitment process covers the following posts under the Gramin Dak Sevak cadre:
- Branch Postmaster (BPM)
- Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
- Dak Sevak
These positions are offered in various postal circles across the country.
How to Download India Post GDS Result 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to download the merit list:
- Visit the official portal of India Post.
- Go to the Candidate’s Corner section on the homepage.
- Click on the Online Engagement link.
- Select List of Shortlisted Candidates.
- Choose your postal circle/state.
- Download the merit list PDF.
- Press Ctrl + F and enter your registration number to check selection.
Details Mentioned in GDS Merit List 2026
The released India Post GDS merit list PDF includes the following information:
- Division and office name
- Post ID and post name
- Registration number
- Candidate name
- Percentage of marks
- Gender and category
- Document verification date and venue
Candidates must carefully check all details after downloading the PDF.
India Post GDS Cut Off 2026
The cut-off marks represent the percentage of marks obtained by the last selected candidate in each state.
Some expected cut-offs include:
| State | UR | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 100 | 100 | 100 | 99.83 |
| Bihar | 99.00 | 99.42 | 98.71 | 93.41 |
| Gujarat | 92.20 | 93.40 | 93.60 | 86.00 |
| Rajasthan | 95.40 | 95.00 | 94.60 | 91.20 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 97.60 | 97.20 | 96.40 | 94.80 |
Cut-offs vary depending on the number of applicants and available vacancies in each postal circle.
What Happens After GDS Merit List 2026?
Candidates whose names appear in the merit list must participate in the Document Verification (DV) round to secure their final appointment.
Document verification must be completed before 23 March 2026 at the divisional office mentioned in the merit list.
Required Documents for DV
Candidates must carry the following documents:
- Original 10th mark sheet and certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Computer knowledge certificate
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Identity proof
Failure to complete the verification process may result in cancellation of candidature.
What If Your Name Is Not in the First Merit List?
Candidates whose names do not appear in the GDS 1st Merit List should not lose hope.
The India Post usually releases multiple merit lists if vacancies remain unfilled due to:
- Candidates failing document verification
- Non-reporting for verification
- Withdrawal of applications
In previous recruitment cycles, up to 4–5 merit lists were released.
Tie-Breaking Rules for GDS Merit List 2026
If two candidates obtain the same marks in Class 10, the selection is decided based on the following order:
- Older candidate gets preference.
- If still tied, priority is given as follows:
- ST Female
- SC Female
- OBC Female
- EWS Female
- UR Female
- ST Male
- SC Male
- OBC Male
- EWS Male
- UR Male
Conclusion
The India Post GDS Result 2026 has been released for 28,636 vacancies, and candidates can now check the state-wise merit list PDFs online. Selection is based entirely on Class 10 marks, without any written examination.
Shortlisted candidates must complete their document verification before 23 March 2026 to secure their appointment as Gramin Dak Sevak, Branch Postmaster, or Assistant Branch Postmaster under India Post.
