India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026
Department of Post, India Post has released the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 with a total of 28,636 vacancies. Applicants can find posts like Gramin Dak Sevak and Branch Postmaster. The results for this recruitment are now available for viewing online as of 2026.
The merit list was made available as of February 14, 2026. Applicants must be at least 18 years and no older than 40 years as on January 1, 2026. The application fee for the General category is ₹ 100/-. Candidates are encouraged to check the list now using their registration credentials.
India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Department of Post, India Post |
| Post Name | Category Name |
| Total Posts | 28,636 Posts |
| Apply Start Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 14 February 2026 |
| Official Website | https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in/ |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Application Fee Details
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹ 0/- |
| All Category Female | ₹ 0/- |
Payment Mode (Online): Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
📊 Sarkari Result 2026
Age Limit
| Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
India Post provides age relaxation for the Gramin Dak Sevak GDS Recruitment 2026 position as per their regulations.
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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How To Check & Download India Post Gramin Dak Sevak GDS 1st Merit List 2026
- Go to the Department of Post website at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
- Tap on the section for merit lists under GDS Recruitment.
- Look for "India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026" and select it.
- Choose your state or circle from the provided list.
- Download the PDF document and open it.
- Use the search function to locate your name or registration number.
- If your name appears, note the next steps for document verification.
- Save or print the file to keep for future reference.
Check State Wise India Post Gramin Dak Sevak GDS 1st Merit List 2026
| State Name | PDF Link |
| Uttar Pradesh | Click Here |
| Bihar | Click Here |
| Madhya Pradesh | Click Here |
| Rajasthan | Click Here |
| Delhi | Click Here |
| Haryana | Click Here |
| Jharkhand | Click Here |
| Chhattisgarh | Click Here |
| Himachal Pradesh | Click Here |
| Uttarakhand | Click Here |
| Punjab | Click Here |
| Kerala | Click Here |
| Odisha | Click Here |
| Maharashtra | Click Here |
| Karnataka | Click Here |
| Tamil Nadu | Click Here |
| Telangana | Click Here |
| West Bengal | Click Here |
| Gujarat | Click Here |
| Assam | Click Here |
| Andhra Pradesh | Click Here |
| North Eastern | Click Here |
| Jammu / Kashmir | Click Here |
India Post Gramin Dak Sevak GDS Recruitment 2026 : Mode Of Selection
- Based On Merit List
- Document Verification
- Final Selection
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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of Post, India Post () has released the Recruitment for General. This recruitment is for a total of 28,636 Posts vacancies.
A total of 28,636 Posts vacancies have been announced for the General posts under this recruitment.
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 40 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
The application fee is General / OBC: ₹100/-, SC / ST / PH: ₹0/-, All Category Female: ₹0/-. Payment can be made through online mode.
The online application started on 31 January 2026 and the last date to apply was 14 February 2026. Candidates are advised to apply before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
The official website is https://indiapostgdsonline.gov.in/. Candidates can visit this website to check notifications, admit cards, results, and other updates related to this recruitment.
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