India Post GDS Result 2026 1st Merit List Released for Gramin Dak Sevak Posts
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India Post GDS Result 2026 1st Merit List Released for Gramin Dak Sevak Posts
Department of Posts
Quick facts
About the role
The Department of Posts has published the 1st Merit List for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) July 2026 engagement drive under Schedule-II. This recruitment covers 44,228 openings across various postal circles in India for positions including Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak. Shortlisted candidates were picked automatically on the basis of their 10th standard board marks, without any written test or personal interview. Those who submitted applications during August and September 2026 can now review circle-wise PDF lists to verify their roll numbers and allotted posts. If your registration details appear on the list, you must appear for physical document verification before the assigned division head within the stipulated cutoff period. Carry original academic mark sheets, caste certificates, proof of identity, and medical fitness documents to confirm engagement.
Highlights
- List-1 merit results out for 23 postal circles under Schedule-II July 2026
- Shortlisting based on Class 10 marks calculated up to four decimal places
- Selected candidates must report for document verification by 28 October 2026
- Positions cover Branch Postmaster and Assistant Branch Postmaster roles across rural post offices
Selection process
- 1System-generated merit listing based on 10th standard board marks
- 2Initial physical document verification by the designated Divisional Head
- 3Secondary document validation and pre-engagement medical clearance
How to apply
- 1Go to the official postal recruitment portal at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
- 2Click on the Shortlisted Candidates tab and select your postal circle.
- 3Open the 1st Merit List PDF for Schedule-II July 2026 and search for your registration number.
- 4Note down your allotted division, post office designation, and document verification deadline.
- 5Visit the designated Divisional Office with original certificates and two sets of self-attested photocopies before the cutoff date.
Important dates
- Registration Started31 Aug 2026
- Application Closed21 Sep 2026
- Correction Window23-24 Sep 2026
- 1st Merit List Released12 Oct 2026
- 1st Document Verification Last Date28 Oct 2026
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Application status tracker
- Registration opens31 Aug 2026
- Correction window24 Sept 2026
- Last date to apply28 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions
How do I check my name in the India Post GDS 1st Merit List?
Open the official portal indiapostgdsonline.gov.in, locate the shortlisted candidates section, and download your postal circle PDF. Use Ctrl+F on your computer or the search bar on your phone to match your registration number, circle rank, and allotted branch office.
Was there any entrance exam or interview for India Post GDS selection?
No written exam or viva voce is conducted for Gramin Dak Sevak engagement. Selections rely entirely on class 10 aggregate percentages from recognized boards. Tie-breaking rules consider older candidates, female applicants, and specific subject scores as defined in the official notification.
What papers do I need to bring for the GDS document verification?
Bring your original secondary school marks sheet, matriculation passing certificate, caste or community certificate, disability proof if applicable, photo ID card, date of birth proof, and medical fitness form issued by a government medical officer, accompanied by two self-attested photocopy sets.
What should I do if my name is missing from the 1st merit list?
Candidates not shortlisted in the initial list should track subsequent merit lists on the portal. India Post issues supplementary lists to fill vacancies left unconfirmed by candidates who skip document verification or fail to satisfy local language criteria.
What is the monthly pay structure for BPM and ABPM posts?
Branch Postmasters receive a Time Related Continuity Allowance ranging from Rs 12,000 to Rs 29,380 per month. Assistant Branch Postmasters and Dak Sevaks receive between Rs 10,000 and Rs 24,470 per month, supplemented by standard central post allowances based on duty hours.