Department of Posts (India Post) has released the 1st Merit List for Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) on 12 October 2026. The list covers selection for 23,757 posts. Candidates who applied between 31 August 2026 and 21 September 2026 can now check their status.
The merit list is available on the official India Post website. Shortlisted candidates must complete Document Verification next.
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Download the 1st Merit List immediately from the official portal before the link expires.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | 31 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 September 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 22 September – 24 September 2026 |
| 1st Merit List Release Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Document Verification (DV) | October 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PwD Candidates | ₹0/- (Exempted) |
| All Female / Transwomen Candidates | ₹0/- (Exempted) |
| Payment Mode | Online (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI) |
Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| OBC Relaxation | +3 Years |
| SC / ST Relaxation | +5 Years |
| PwD Relaxation | +10 Years (as per government rules) |
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
| Requirement | Details |
| Academic Qualification | Passed Class 10 (High School / Matriculation) with Mathematics and English as compulsory or elective subjects from a recognized Board. |
| Language Knowledge | Must have studied the local language of the applied postal circle at least up to Class 10. |
| Other Skills | Basic knowledge of computers, knowledge of cycling, and adequate means of livelihood. |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
| Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) (Branch Postmaster – BPM / Assistant Branch Postmaster – ABPM / Dak Sevak) | 23,757 | Class 10th (Matric) Pass with English & Maths + Local Language Knowledge |
Circle-Wise Vacancy Details (Total: 23,757 Posts)
| Postal Circle / State | Local Language | Total Vacancies |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 917 |
| Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo | 414 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1,098 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 762 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 16 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 499 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 87 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 335 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Hindi / Urdu | 340 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 1,379 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1,116 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1,373 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 1,450 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi / Konkani | 2,431 |
| North Eastern | Bengali / English / Hindi / Manipuri / Mizo / Garo / Khasi | 2,614 |
| Odisha | Odia | 1,353 |
| Punjab | Punjabi / Hindi / English | 122 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 1,009 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2,118 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 419 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 1,691 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 452 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Nepali / English / Regional | 1,762 |
| Total Vacancies | All Circles | 23,757 |
How to Check India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026
- Visit the official website: https://www.indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
- Click on the link for the 1st Merit List.
- Download the PDF and search for your registration number or name.
- Save or print the list for future reference.
Next Stage After Merit List
Shortlisted candidates will undergo Document Verification (DV). Keep all original documents ready, including 10th marksheet, computer training certificate, and local language proof.
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The result PDF includes category-wise cut-off marks.
Important Links
| Link Description | URL |
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| Download 1st Merit List | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Stay updated on the official India Post portal for Document Verification schedule and further instructions.
