The Department of Posts, Government of India has officially released the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 for Schedule-I January 2026 recruitment. The merit list is now live for all 23 Postal Circles on the official portal. A total of 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) vacancies — including Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak — are being filled through this recruitment. Selection is purely merit-based on Class 10 marks with no written exam. Candidates whose names appear in the merit list must proceed for Document Verification (DV) at their allotted Divisional Office.
India Post GDS Merit List 2026 – Overview
| Organisation | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Govt. of India |
| Recruitment | GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026 |
| Posts | Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak |
| Total Vacancies | 28,636 Posts across 23 Postal Circles |
| Selection Basis | Merit based on Class 10 Marks only — No Written Exam, No Interview |
| 1st Merit List Status | ✅ Released — All 23 Circles |
| Merit List Released On | March 2026 |
| Merit List Format | State / Circle-wise PDF (direct download links below) |
| Next Step | Document Verification (DV) at Divisional Office |
| Salary (BPM) | ₹12,000 – ₹29,380 per month (TRCA) |
| Salary (ABPM / Dak Sevak) | ₹10,000 – ₹24,470 per month (TRCA) |
| Official Website | indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement |
Click the Download PDF link for your state to directly open the official merit list PDF from indiapost.gov.in:
| # | Postal Circle / State | Status | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 2 | Assam | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 3 | Bihar | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 4 | Chhattisgarh | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 5 | Delhi | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 6 | Gujarat | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 7 | Haryana | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 8 | Himachal Pradesh | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 9 | Jammu & Kashmir | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 10 | Jharkhand | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 11 | Karnataka | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 12 | Kerala | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 13 | Madhya Pradesh | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 14 | Maharashtra | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 15 | North East (Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh) | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 16 | Odisha | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 17 | Punjab | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 18 | Rajasthan | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 19 | Tamil Nadu | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 20 | Telangana | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 21 | Uttar Pradesh | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 22 | Uttarakhand | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
| 23 | West Bengal & Sikkim | ✅ Released | Download PDF |
- Click the Download PDF link for your state from the table above
- The official PDF from indiapost.gov.in will open directly
- Press Ctrl+F (or use Find on mobile) and search your Registration Number
- If found — note your allotted Division Name and Post Office for DV
- Download and print the merit list page showing your name for records
- Arrange all original documents for Document Verification (see list below)
| Division | Name of the Postal Division to which you are allotted |
| Office Name | Specific Branch Post Office / Post Office for the GDS post |
| Post Name | BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak |
| Post Community | Category of the post — UR / OBC / SC / ST / EWS |
| Registration Number | Your unique application registration number |
| Candidate Name | Name as per application |
| Class 10 Percentage | Marks calculated up to 4 decimal places for precision |
| Gender | Male / Female / Transgender |
| Community | Candidate’s category — UR / OBC / SC / ST / EWS / PwD |
| DV Details | Document Verification date and reporting office (if notified) |
| Step | Action | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ✅ Download & Print Merit List | Save and print the page showing your name, division and post office |
| 2 | ✅ Note Division & Post Office | This is your DV reporting location — note it carefully |
| 3 | ✅ Prepare Documents | Arrange all originals + 2 sets of self-attested photocopies (see list below) |
| 4 | ✅ Wait for DV Date | DV dates will be notified by respective Postal Circles — check circle website and our WhatsApp channel |
| 5 | ✅ Report for Document Verification | Report to the Divisional Superintendent’s Office on the notified date — do NOT miss it |
| 6 | ✅ Complete Pre-Engagement Formalities | After successful DV, collect provisional engagement letter and complete formalities within 30 days |
- GDS Merit List Printout (showing your name and post office)
- Class 10th Marksheet & Certificate — Original + 2 Photocopies
- Class 10th Admit Card (Date of Birth proof)
- Caste / Category Certificate — SC / ST / OBC / EWS (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card / Valid Photo Identity Proof
- Residence / Domicile Certificate
- Computer Knowledge Certificate (mandatory for BPM / ABPM posts)
- Passport-size Photographs — 4 to 6 recent copies
- Online Application / Registration Printout
- Bank Passbook / Cancelled Cheque (for salary credit)
- Bicycle ownership proof (for applicable delivery posts)
There is no fixed national cut-off for GDS recruitment. The cut-off is the Class 10 percentage of the last shortlisted candidate in a given postal circle and category. It varies state-by-state. Based on trends from 2024–25 merit lists, the expected ranges for 2026 are:
| Category | Expected Cut Off Range (Class 10 %) | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| UR (General) | 85% – 95% | High competition, especially in UP, Bihar, Maharashtra |
| OBC | 80% – 88% | Slightly lower than UR in most circles |
| SC | 75% – 84% | Lower than OBC; varies significantly by circle |
| ST | 70% – 82% | Lowest among main categories; tribal area circles lower |
| EWS | 83% – 92% | Close to UR cut-off in most circles |
| PwD | 65% – 78% | Lowest cut-off; varies by disability type and circle |
| 1st Priority | Class 10 Aggregate Marks — higher percentage = higher rank. All subjects counted. |
| 2nd (Tie-breaker) | Date of Birth — older candidate gets preference if marks are equal |
| 3rd (Tie-breaker) | Alphabetical order of name — applied only when both marks and DOB are identical |
| Reservation | SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD / Ex-Servicemen as per Central Govt. rules |
| Local Preference | Preference to candidates with knowledge of local language required for the post |
| Precision | Marks calculated up to 4 decimal places to ensure fairness |
Q1. Is India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 released for all states?
Yes. The India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 has been officially released for all 23 Postal Circles under Schedule-I January 2026. Direct PDF download links for all states are provided in the table above on this page.
Q2. How do I check if my name is in India Post GDS Merit List 2026?
Click the “Download PDF” link for your state from the table above. The official PDF will open. Press Ctrl+F and type your Registration Number to search. If your registration number appears, you are shortlisted for Document Verification.
Q3. What is the cut off for India Post GDS 2026?
There is no fixed national cut-off. The cut-off is the Class 10 percentage of the last shortlisted candidate in your postal circle and category. Based on 2024–25 trends, General category cut-offs ranged between 85%–95%. Check the last entry in your state’s merit list PDF for the actual 2026 cut-off.
Q4. What if my name is not in the GDS 1st Merit List 2026?
If your name is not in the 1st Merit List, don’t lose hope. If shortlisted candidates in the 1st list fail DV or are found ineligible, a 2nd Merit List will be released. A 3rd and further lists may follow. Keep checking the official portal and join our WhatsApp channel for instant alerts.
Q5. When will India Post GDS Document Verification 2026 dates be announced?
DV dates are announced by respective Postal Circles individually after the merit list release. The DV schedule varies by circle. Check your state postal circle’s official website or the DV details in your merit list PDF. Dates will also be updated here and on our WhatsApp channel.
Q6. What is the salary for India Post GDS 2026?
Selected candidates receive salary under the Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) system. BPM salary: ₹12,000–₹29,380/month. ABPM/Dak Sevak salary: ₹10,000–₹24,470/month. Note that GDS is a part-time engagement and not a regular Central Government employment, though it comes with SDBS pension and other allowances.
Q7. Do I need to login to download the GDS merit list PDF?
No login is required. The direct PDF links in the table above open the official merit list PDF without any login. Simply click the “Download PDF” link for your state and the PDF opens directly.
Q8. How many merit lists will India Post release for GDS 2026?
India Post typically releases 3–5 merit lists depending on the number of vacancies remaining after each Document Verification round. The 2nd Merit List is released after 1st DV is completed, and so on until all vacancies are filled.
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