The India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 was officially declared on 9 May 2026. Shortlisted candidates for the 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak positions (including 639 in the Assam Circle) must complete their document verification on or before 26 May 2026. Selection is based strictly on Class 10/Matriculation marks, with no written exam required. To check your result, download the merit list PDF from the official portal and locate your name or registration number to identify your assigned Divisional Head for verification.
Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment | 28,636 Posts | Merit List Published: 9 May 2026
| 28,636 TOTAL POSTS | 639 POSTS IN ASSAM |
| 9 May RESULT DATE | 26 May VERIFICATION |
| ✅ 2nd Merit List DECLARED – 9 May 2026 Document verification for shortlisted candidates: on or before 26 May 2026 |
⚠ Action Required: If your name appears in the India Post GDS Second Merit List 2026, you must complete document verification on or before 26 May 2026 through the Divisional Head mentioned against your name. Carry all original documents.
Table of Contents
- 1 India Post GDS Result 2026 – Quick Details
- 2 India Post GDS Result 2026 – Overview
- 3 Merit List & Result Timeline
- 4 How to Check India Post GDS Result 2026
- 5 Documents Required for Verification
- 6 All Important Dates – India Post GDS 2026
- 7 Important Links – Download Merit List PDF
- 8 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- 8.1 When was India Post GDS Second Merit List 2026 published?
- 8.2 What is the total number of posts in India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
- 8.3 What is the last date for document verification in the 2nd merit list?
- 8.4 How is the India Post GDS merit list prepared?
- 8.5 Where can I download the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List PDF?
- 8.6 What documents should I carry for GDS document verification?
- 8.7 What is the difference between 1st and 2nd merit list in India Post GDS?
- 8.8 Will there be a 3rd merit list for India Post GDS 2026?
India Post GDS Result 2026 – Quick Details
| Post Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) |
| Total Vacancies | 28,636 Posts |
| Posts in Assam Circle | 639 Posts |
| Organisation | Department of Posts, India Post |
| Engagement Schedule | January 2026 |
| Application Period | 2 February – 16 February 2026 |
| Merit Basis | Class 10 / Matriculation Marks |
| 1st Merit List Date | 6 March 2026 |
| 2nd Merit List Date | 9 May 2026 (Declared) |
| Document Verification | On or before 26 May 2026 |
| Merit List Status | ✅ PUBLISHED |
India Post GDS Result 2026 – Overview
On 9 May 2026, India Post (Department of Posts) officially published the Second Merit List for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026. This merit list covers 28,636 GDS vacancies across all postal circles in India, with 639 posts specifically for Assam Circle.
The merit list has been prepared purely on the basis of marks obtained by candidates in their Matriculation (Class 10 / HSLC) examination — there is no separate written test. Candidates whose names appear in the Second Merit List must get their documents verified through the Divisional Head mentioned against their names on or before 26 May 2026.
✅ Key fact: India Post GDS selection is entirely based on Class 10 marks. No additional written exam, interview, or physical test is conducted. The higher your Class 10 percentage, the better your chances.
GDS Vacancy at a Glance
| 🌐 ALL INDIA 28,636 Total GDS Posts | 🏭 ASSAM CIRCLE 639 GDS Posts |
ℹ GDS posts include Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak positions across rural post offices. The engagement schedule is January 2026.
Merit List & Result Timeline
| 28 JANUARY 2026 Official Notification Released |
| 31 JAN – 14 FEB 2026 OTR (One Time Registration) |
| 2 FEB – 16 FEB 2026 Online Application Period |
| 18–19 FEBRUARY 2026 Correction Window (up to 5 PM) |
| 6 MARCH 2026 1st Merit List Published Document verification for 1st list candidates |
| 9 MAY 2026 – ✅ CURRENT 2nd Merit List Published Download now from Important Links below |
| 26 MAY 2026 – ⏰ UPCOMING Document Verification Deadline (2nd Merit List) Visit Divisional Head office with all original documents |
How to Check India Post GDS Result 2026
The India Post GDS Second Merit List is available as a downloadable PDF file on the official India Post recruitment portal. Follow these steps to check your result:
- Go to the Important Links section below and click the“2nd Merit List (Assam)”or appropriate circle link.
- You will be redirected to the official India Post recruitment portal (indiapostgdsonline.gov.in).
- The merit list PDF will open or download automatically. Search for your name or registration number using Ctrl+F (Find).
- ″>If your name appears, note the Divisional Head office name mentioned against your name.
- Visit the mentioned Divisional Head office with all original documents on or before 26 May 2026.
💡 Tip: The merit list PDF may be large. Use Ctrl+F (or Find on your phone browser) and type your name or registration number to quickly locate your entry.
Documents Required for Verification
Shortlisted candidates must bring all relevant original documents along with self-attested photocopies to the Divisional Head office on or before 26 May 2026:
| ✓ Class 10 / HSLC Marksheet (Original + Photocopy) |
| ✓ Class 10 / HSLC Pass Certificate / Admit Card (Age Proof) |
| ✓ Caste / Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable |
| ✓ Disability Certificate (for PwD candidates) |
| ✓ Computer / Basic Computer Knowledge Certificate (if any) |
| ✓ Recent passport-sized photographs |
| ✓ Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN Card etc.) |
| ✓ India Post GDS Registration / Application printout |
⚠ Warning: Candidates who fail to report for document verification on or before 26 May 2026 will lose their candidature. No extension will be granted. Carry ALL original documents.
All Important Dates – India Post GDS 2026
| Notification Date | 28 January 2026 |
| OTR Start Date | 31 January 2026 |
| OTR End Date | 14 February 2026 (up to 5 PM) |
| Apply Start Date | 2 February 2026 |
| Apply End Date | 16 February 2026 (up to 5 PM) |
| Correction Window | 18–19 February 2026 (up to 5 PM) |
| 1st Merit List | 6 March 2026 |
| ✅ 2nd Merit List | 9 May 2026 (Declared) |
| ⏰ Document Verification (2nd List) | On or before 26 May 2026 |
Important Links – Download Merit List PDF
| 📤 2nd Merit List – Assam Circle Published: 9 May 2026 | Download PDF |
| 1st Merit List – Assam Circle Published: 6 March 2026 | Download PDF |
| Official Notification India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 | View |
| Official Website – India Post GDS indiapostgdsonline.gov.in | Visit |
Join Whatsapp Channel📤 Direct Download: Click the “Download PDF” button above for the Assam Circle merit list. If the PDF is large, allow a few seconds for it to load. Use Ctrl+F to search your name.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When was India Post GDS Second Merit List 2026 published?
➲ The India Post GDS Second Merit List 2026 was published on 9 May 2026 on the official India Post GDS recruitment portal (indiapostgdsonline.gov.in).
What is the total number of posts in India Post GDS Recruitment 2026?
➲ The total number of vacancies in India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 is 28,636 posts across all postal circles in India. The Assam Circle has 639 posts.
What is the last date for document verification in the 2nd merit list?
➲ Shortlisted candidates in the Second Merit List must complete document verification through the Divisional Head mentioned against their name on or before 26 May 2026. No extension will be given.
How is the India Post GDS merit list prepared?
➲ The India Post GDS merit list is prepared based on the marks obtained by candidates in their Class 10 / Matriculation (HSLC) examination. No separate written test, interview, or physical test is conducted. Higher Class 10 marks mean a better chance of selection.
Where can I download the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List PDF?
➲ The Second Merit List PDF can be downloaded from the official India Post GDS recruitment portal at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in. You can also use the direct download link provided in the Important Links section above on this page.
What documents should I carry for GDS document verification?
➲ Candidates must carry original documents including: Class 10 Marksheet and Certificate, Caste Certificate (if applicable), Disability Certificate (for PwD), computer knowledge certificate, recent passport photos, valid photo ID proof, and a printout of the application form.
What is the difference between 1st and 2nd merit list in India Post GDS?
➲ The 1st Merit List (published 6 March 2026) contains the primary shortlisted candidates. The 2nd Merit List (published 9 May 2026) contains candidates selected from the remaining applicant pool, either because 1st list candidates did not complete verification or additional vacancies were available.
Will there be a 3rd merit list for India Post GDS 2026?
➲ India Post may publish a 3rd merit list if vacancies remain unfilled after the 2nd merit list document verification. Keep checking the official website indiapostgdsonline.gov.in and this page for updates.
India Post | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) | 28,636 Posts | 2nd Merit List: 9 May 2026 | Verification: 26 May 2026