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India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026
Post Date: March 07, 2026 11:25 pm
India Post (Department of Posts)
Department of Posts (India Post) has officially released the 1st Merit List for the recruitment of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS). This recruitment was announced for a massive 28,636 positions across various circles in India. Students who applied between January and February 2026 can now check their selection status. You can download the circle-wise merit list PDF directly from our Sarkari Result portal using the links provided below.
Important Dates
- Online Apply Start Date : 31 January 2026
- Online Apply Last Date : 14 February 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date : 16 February 2026
- Application Submission Last Date : 16 February 2026
- Correction Date : 18 - 19 February 2026
- Merit List : Available Soon
- Candidates are advised to confirm from the India Post GDS official website.
Application Fee
- For General / OBC : ₹ 100/-
- For SC / ST / PH : ₹ 0/-
- For All Category Female : ₹ 0/-
- Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Vacancy Details
| India Post Gramin Dak Sevak GDS Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details |
| Category Wise Vacancy Details | |
| Category Name | No. Of Post |
| General | 12696 |
| EWS | 2719 |
| OBC | 5694 |
| SC | 3942 |
| ST | 2716 |
| PWD – A | 260 |
| PWD – B | 271 |
| PWD – C | 257 |
| PWD – DE | 81 |
| India Post Gramin Dak Sevak GDS Recruitment 2026 : Circle Wise Vacancy Details | ||
| State Name | Language | No. of Post |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3169 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1344 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 38 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 2102 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 634 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 270 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 436 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 1155 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 520 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 908 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 1191 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 1782 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1022 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1691 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1060 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 608 |
| Tamil Naidu | Tamil | 2009 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani/Marathi | 3553 |
| Punjab | Punjabi / English / Hindi | 261 |
| Assam | Assamese/Asomiya / Bengali/Bangla / Bodo / Hindi / English | 639 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Hindi / English / Nepali | 2963 |
| North Eastern | Bengali / Hindi / English / Manipuri / English / Mizo | 1014 |
| Jammu / Kashmir | Hindi / Urdu | 267 |
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
| Gramin Dak Sewak GDS 2026 |
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Selection Process
How To Check
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Visit the Official Site: Go to the official GDS portal at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
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Find the List: On the left side or home page, look for the section titled "Shortlisted Candidates".
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Select Your State: Click on your specific State or Circle (e.g., UP, Bihar, Rajasthan, etc.).
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Download PDF: The merit list PDF will open. Download it to your phone or computer.
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Search Your Name: Use the "Find" option (Ctrl+F on a laptop) and type your Registration Number or Name to see if you are selected.
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Next Step: If your name is on the list, congratulations! Now, keep your documents ready for the Document Verification (DV) process.
SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS
| Check 1st Merit List | Click Here |
| Online Correction Link | Click Here |
| Online Registration Form | Click Here |
| Check Circle Wise Notification | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| India Post GDS Official Website | Click Here |
Important Questions
| Question: When was the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 released? | Answer: The first merit list has been uploaded on the official website in March 2026. You can check it circle-wise now. |
| Question: What was the application period for this GDS recruitment? | Answer: The online application started on 31 January 2026 and the last date to apply was 14 February 2026. |
| Question: Is there an interview after the GDS Merit List? | Answer: No, there is no interview or written exam. Selection is done purely based on your Class 10th marks. Selected candidates directly go for document verification. |
| Question: What is the age limit for this GDS Bharti? | Answer: The age limit was 18 to 40 years as of January 1, 2026, with extra relaxation for reserved categories. |
| Question: What should I do if my name is in the 1st Merit List? | Answer: You must check the notification for the assigned Document Verification date and venue. Carry your original 10th marksheet, caste certificate, and ID proof. |
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