The India Post has issued India Post GDS First Merit List 2026. Candidates can apply online until September 19, 2026. Total Vacancies: 23,867 Posts. Application Fee for General candidates is As per Schedule. Eligibility age criteria: Minimum Age : 18 Years.; Maximum Age : 40 Years.; Age Relaxation Extra as per India Post GDS Recruitment Rules Schedule II July 2026.. Direct server links to apply, view merit list, and download syllabus PDF are available in the Direct Useful Links table below.
Crucial Advisory for Qualified Candidates
1. Keep at least 5 attested copies of your scorecard and application printout.
2. Category certificates (OBC-NCL, EWS) must belong to the financial year specified in the notification.
3. In case of name discrepancy between 10th marksheet and Aadhaar card, prepare an official notary affidavit before Document Verification.
4. Verify upcoming age criteria or grade pay allowances using our free Salary Calculator and Age Calculator.
Important Dates
- Registration Begin August 31, 2026
- Last Date for Apply Registration September 19, 2026
- Application Form Begin September 2, 2026
- Last Date for Apply Form September 21, 2026
- Pay Exam Fee Last Date September 21, 2026
- Complete Form Last Date 21 September 2026
- Correction Date 23-24 September 2026
- First Merit List / Result 12-Oct-2026
- Second Merit List / Result As per Schedule
- Third Merit List / Result As per Schedule
- Fourth Merit List As per Schedule
Application Fee & Payment
- Registration Begin 31/08/2026 (Exempted)
- Last Date for Apply Registration 19/09/2026 upto 5 PM (Exempted)
- Application Form Begin 02/09/2026 (Exempted)
- Last Date for Apply Form 21/09/2026 upto 05 PM Only (Exempted)
- Complete Form Last Date 21/09/2026 (Exempted)
- Correction Date 23-24 September 2026 (Exempted)
- First Merit List / Result 12/10/2026 (Exempted)
- Second Merit List / Result As per Schedule
- Third Merit List / Result As per Schedule
- Fourth Merit List As per Schedule
Age Limit & Eligibility
- Prescribed Age Limit Minimum Age : 18 Years.; Maximum Age : 40 Years.; Age Relaxation Extra as per India Post GDS Recruitment Rules Schedule II July 2026.
- Age Calculated As On As on 01 August 2026
- Upper Age Relaxation As Per Government Norms
- Core Qualification How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc.
Total Vacancy Overview
Salary, Pay Scale & 7th CPC Allowances
Selected candidates for India Post GDS First Merit List 2026 receive remuneration as per the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix.
- Pay Matrix: As Per 7th Central / State Pay Commission Rules
- Basic Pay: Check official notification for exact basic scale
- Metro (X-City) In-Hand: Standard Government Pay with DA (50%), HRA & TA
- State/Town (Y/Z City): Standard Government Pay with DA (50%), HRA & TA
- Allowances Included: Dearness Allowance (DA 50%), HRA (9%-27%), Transport Allowance (TA), NPS Contribution & Medical
| Post Name / Cadre | Department | Total Posts | Educational Qualification Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gramin Dak Sewak GDS July 2026 | General / Respective Cadre | Class 10 High School with Mathematics and English as a Subject. Know the Local Language. More Details Read the Notification. | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| State Name | General / Respective Cadre | Division Wise Vacancy | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Uttar Pradesh | General / Respective Cadre | 1691 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Uttarakhand | General / Respective Cadre | 452 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Bihar | General / Respective Cadre | 1098 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Chhattisgarh | General / Respective Cadre | 762 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Delhi | General / Respective Cadre | 16 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Rajasthan | General / Respective Cadre | 1009 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Haryana | General / Respective Cadre | 87 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Himachal Pradesh | General / Respective Cadre | 335 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Jammu / Kashmir | General / Respective Cadre | 340 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Jharkhand | General / Respective Cadre | 1379 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Madhya Pradesh | General / Respective Cadre | 1450 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Kerala | General / Respective Cadre | 1373 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Punjab | General / Respective Cadre | 122 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Maharashtra | General / Respective Cadre | 2431 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| North Eastern Circle | General / Respective Cadre | 2614 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Odisha | General / Respective Cadre | 1453 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Karnataka | General / Respective Cadre | 1116 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Tamil Naidu | General / Respective Cadre | 2118 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Telangana | General / Respective Cadre | 419 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Assam | General / Respective Cadre | 414 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Gujarat | General / Respective Cadre | 499 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| West Bengal | General / Respective Cadre | 1762 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Andhra Pradesh | General / Respective Cadre | 917 | How to Fill India Post GDS Schedule II July 2026 Online Form 2026. India Post GDS Delhi Are Released Gramin Dak Sewak GDS All India Recruitment in Various Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 31/08/2026 to 02/09/2026.. Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in India Post GDS Jobs Recruitment 2026.. Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc. |
| Candidate Category | Permissible Age Relaxation | Mandatory Document / Verification Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer) | 3 Years | Must produce valid OBC-NCL certificate issued in prescribed format |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 Years | Applicable for all central and state reservations |
| PwBD / Divyangjan (General / Unreserved) | 10 Years | Minimum 40% permanent benchmark disability certificate needed |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 3 yrs OBC) |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 5 yrs SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 Years + Service Rendered | Deduction of military service from actual age |
| Stage / Paper | Subjects & Question Distribution | Total Marks / Questions | Duration & Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Written Examination / CBT | General Awareness, Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, General English/Hindi & Domain Subject | 100 Questions / 100 Marks | 90 to 120 Minutes 1/3rd or 1/4th Negative Marking as per board guidelines |
| Stage 2: Skill / Typing / Practical Test | Trade proficiency or clerical typing test on computer console | Qualifying Only | 15 to 30 Minutes Must meet minimum qualifying accuracy threshold |
| Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination | Original certificate verification & medical fitness assessment | Final Clearance | Prescribed schedule Disqualification upon document failure |
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Check Result & Scorecard
- Visit the Official Portal: Open the authorized result web portal of India Post.
- Navigate to Examination Results Section: Look for the 'Results', 'Score Card', or 'Latest Announcements' tab on the homepage.
- Locate Result Link: Click on the link titled India Post GDS First Merit List 2026.
- Enter Login Credentials: Input your Roll Number, Registration Number, and Date of Birth / Password as requested on the login screen.
- Submit and View Scorecard: Click the 'Submit' or 'Search' button. Your provisional marksheet, qualifying status, and sectional scores will appear on screen.
- Download & Save PDF: Download the official result scorecard PDF and take at least 2 clear printouts for Document Verification (DV) and subsequent selection rounds.
Mandatory Documents Checklist for Document Verification (DV)
| Download Merit List / Result | Visit Website |
| How To Check Result (Hindi Video) | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Apply Online | Visit Website |
| How To Fill Form (Hindi Video) Part II | Click Here |
| How To Fill Form (Hindi Video) Part II | Click Here |
| How to Registration (Video Hindi) Part I | Click Here |
| How to Registration (Video Hindi) Part I | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Download PDF |
| Download Circle Wise Vacancy Details | Download PDF |
| For District Wise Vacancy Details | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (Candidate FAQs)
India Post GDS First Merit List 2026 — Comprehensive Guide & Key Details
The declaration of India Post GDS First Merit List 2026 officially concludes the evaluation phase for all participating candidates. Issued by India Post, this result scorecard establishes the merit benchmark and qualifying status for the current recruitment cycle. Candidates are advised to review the score validation and subsequent screening protocols outlined below.
1. Qualifying Criteria & Cutoff Score Structure
The qualifying cutoff marks are computed based on total applicant volume, vacancy ratios, normalized test difficulty, and reservation categories (UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwBD). Aspirants scoring above the category-specific cutoff are shortlisted for subsequent phases, such as Document Verification (DV), Physical Standards Test (PST/PET), or personal interview rounds.
2. Discrepancy Redressal & Scorecard Verification
Upon downloading your scorecard, carefully inspect all printed particulars including candidate name, roll number, category classification, normalized marks, and qualifying remark. Any clerical error or score omission must be formally reported to India Post within the official representation window with supporting registration receipts.
3. Tie-Breaking Criteria & Normalisation Formula Explanation
In cases where two or more candidates secure equal aggregate or normalized marks, standard recruitment resolution protocols are invoked in the following order of precedence:
- Domain/Technical Core Section Marks: Higher marks scored in the specialized or primary domain paper determine the higher position.
- Date of Birth (Seniority): The older candidate in age is assigned preferential ranking.
- Alphabetical Order: If ties persist, the alphabetical order of candidates' first names as registered on matriculation certificates decides final ranking.
4. Document Verification (DV) Checklist
Shortlisted candidates should prepare two sets of self-attested photocopies alongside original certificates:
- Original Class 10th (Matriculation) Certificate & Marksheet as age proof.
- Graduation, 12th, or technical diploma passing certificates and semester marksheets.
- Valid category/caste certificate (OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST) issued in the prescribed Central/State format.
- Government-issued photo identification (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Passport).
5. Official Helpdesk Representation & Corrigendum Tracking
Should the recruitment board issue any revised answer keys, revised cutoff percentiles, or vacancy revisions, an official corrigendum is uploaded on the official board website. Keep your application roll number safely preserved until the final appointment orders and joining letters are formally dispatched.
Next Step: Monitor NaukariResult.Online daily for real-time announcements regarding DV call letters, merit list updates, and final joining schedules.