At a Glance
- Total Vacancies
- 28,635 Posts
- Post Name
- Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026
- Application Last Date
- 14/02/2026
- Application Start Date
- 31/01/2026
- Conducting Body
- Department of Post (India Post)
Quick Summary
India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 released on 10 April 2026. Download state-wise Gramin Dak Sevak results and 2nd merit list PDF for 28,635 vacancies at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
Department of Post (India Post) has officially released the much-awaited Second Merit List for the recruitment of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) 2026. Candidates who were not shortlisted in the first list can now check their status on the official portal indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 – Overview
India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 has been released on 10 April 2026 by the Department of Post for 28,635 vacancies across all circles. Shortlisted candidates must proceed for document verification. This second list covers vacancies remained unfilled after the first document verification cycle. Candidates from circles like Uttar Pradesh (3169 posts), Bihar (1344 posts), and Maharashtra (3553 posts) can download their state-wise result PDF directly from the official website.
The 2026 GDS cycle features 28,635 vacancies, which represents a targeted recruitment drive ensuring postal connectivity in rural segments across India compared to previous larger-scale pan-India cycles.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Department of Post (India Post) |
| Exam Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 28,635 Posts |
| Selection Basis | Merit List (Based on 10th Marks) |
| 2nd List Date | 10 April 2026 |
| Job Locations | All India (Post Office Circles) |
| Official Portal | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
Source: Official India Post GDS Recruitment Portal, 10 April 2026.
India Post GDS 2026 Recruitment – Important Dates
The recruitment process for the January 2026 cycle followed a strict timeline for application and result declaration.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | January 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 31/01/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14/02/2026 |
| Correction Window | 18-19 February 2026 |
| 1st Merit List / Result | 06/03/2026 |
| 2nd Merit List / Result | 10/04/2026 |
GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 – State-Wise Vacancy Details
| State / Circle | Local Language | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3169 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani/Marathi | 3553 |
| West Bengal | Bengali/Hindi/English/Nepali | 2963 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 2102 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2009 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 1782 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1691 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1344 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 1191 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1060 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1022 |
| North Eastern States | Bengali/Hindi/Manipuri/Mizo | 1014 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 634 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 436 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 37 |
How to Download India Post GDS 2nd Result / Merit List PDF
- Official Website: Visit the official GDS engagement portal at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
- Merit List Section: Look for the "GDS 2026 Schedule-I Shortlisted Candidates" tab on the left sidebar.
- Select Circle: Choose your respective State/Circle (e.g., Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, etc.).
- Choose List: Click on the "Supplementary List-II" link from the dropdown menu.
- Download PDF: The merit list PDF will open; download and save it to your device.
- Search Roll Number: Use the search function (Ctrl+F) to check your registration number or name in the list.
Results Live Now | Document Verification Deadline Applies
India Post GDS Eligibility & Selection Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Secondary School Examination pass certificate of 10th standard with passing marks in Mathematics and English.
- Local Language: Candidate should have studied the local language of the circle at least up to 10th standard.
- Selection: Purely based on system-generated merit list based on marks obtained in the 10th standard. No written exam is conducted.
India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 – Official Links
| Download 2nd Merit List (All Circles) | Click Here |
| Check Circle-wise Vacancy Details | Click Here |
| Official Website | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
