India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 has been released on 12/10/2026 by the Department of Posts for the GDS Online Engagement Schedule II of July 2026 covering 23757 posts of Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster and Dak Sevak. Candidates can download the circle wise merit list PDF from the official engagement portal without any login, and shortlisted candidates must complete document verification by 27/10/2026.
The India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 brings relief to lakhs of applicants of the Gramin Dak Sevak Online Engagement Schedule II July 2026 cycle that was notified under Notification No 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20/08/2026 for 23757 vacancies across all postal circles. Because there is no written examination in GDS engagement, the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 has been generated purely from the marks of the Secondary School Examination of the 10th standard, with grades converted through the 9.5 multiplication factor and percentages calculated up to four decimals. Shortlisted candidates now move to the document verification stage which must be completed by 27/10/2026 as per the portal instructions.
This article explains how to download the circle wise PDF of the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026, the merit and tie break rules and the documents required for verification.
India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India |
| Recruitment | GDS Online Engagement Schedule II, July 2026 |
| Notification No | 17-12/2026-GDS dated 20/08/2026 |
| Posts | BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak |
| Total Vacancies | 23757 |
| First Merit List Release | 12/10/2026 |
| Merit Basis | 10th standard marks with 9.5 grade conversion up to four decimals |
| Document Verification Last Date | 27/10/2026 |
| Result Format | Circle wise PDF without login |
| Official Portal | indiapost.gov.in GDS online engagement |
How to Download the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026
- Open the official GDS online engagement portal of India Post at indiapost.gov.in.
- Look for the latest news or result section carrying the first merit list of the Schedule II July 2026 cycle.
- Select your state or postal circle from the circle wise list of the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026.
- Open the PDF and search your registration number with Ctrl+F or Command+F.
- If your registration number appears, note the post and division allotted and download the PDF of the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 for your records.
- Keep a DigiLocker account ready with all relevant documents fetched, because verification will rely on those records.
Merit Rules and Tie Break Criteria
- The merit of the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 is system generated from 10th standard marks only, and no written test or interview is involved.
- Applicants with grades or CGPA had their marks derived by the 9.5 multiplication factor, and percentages were calculated to four decimal places.
- In case of identical marks, the tie is broken first by older date of birth and then by the category order of ST and SC transwomen and females before OBC, EWS and UR categories.
- Only one registration per candidate was permitted, and multiple applications stood rejected.
Document Verification and Engagement Rules
- Shortlisted candidates must complete physical verification of original documents with the engaging authority before 27/10/2026 under the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 process.
- Failure to produce original certificates or any discrepancy in details will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- GDS engagers are not regular employees of the Department and their emoluments are not at par with central government employees.
- Selected Branch Postmasters must arrange accommodation for the Branch Post Office at their own cost, while ABPMs and Dak Sevaks must reside within the delivery jurisdiction.
- Pre engagement formalities including basic training must be completed within 30 days of the provisional engagement offer.
Important Dates of the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 Cycle
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification No 17-12/2026-GDS | 20/08/2026 |
| One Time Registration | 31/08/2026 to 19/09/2026 |
| Online Application and Fee | 02/09/2026 to 21/09/2026 |
| Correction Window | 23/09/2026 to 24/09/2026 |
| First Merit List Release | 12/10/2026 |
| Document Verification Last Date | 27/10/2026 |
Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| GDS Online Engagement Portal and Merit Lists | Click Here |
| Gujarat Circle First Merit List PDF | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When was the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 released?
The first merit list of the Schedule II July 2026 cycle was released on 12/10/2026 in circle wise PDF format.
Q2. Is any login required to download the merit list?
No, the circle wise PDFs of the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 are open documents and candidates only need their registration number to search their name.
Q3. On what basis is the merit list prepared?
The merit is prepared purely from 10th standard marks with grade conversion through the 9.5 factor and percentage accuracy up to four decimals.
Q4. What is the last date for document verification?
Shortlisted candidates must complete document verification by 27/10/2026, failing which the candidature stands cancelled under the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 process.
Q5. How many vacancies are covered in this cycle?
A total of 23757 posts of BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak across all postal circles are covered in this Schedule II engagement.
Q6. Are GDS engagers regular government employees?
No, GDS engagers are not regular employees of the Department of Posts and their emoluments are not at par with central government employees.
Conclusion
The India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 decides the first cut of the huge 23757 vacancy engagement and gives shortlisted candidates a clear three week window to complete document verification before 27 October 2026. Every applicant should download the circle wise PDF today, search the registration number carefully and arrange the original certificates, DigiLocker records and residence proofs needed for verification. Remember that the India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 is only the first stage, and further merit lists may follow, so keep watching the engagement portal until the engagement offer is received.