At a Glance
- Total Vacancies
- 28,635 Posts (All India)
- Post Name
- Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) - BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak
- Application Last Date
- 14 February 2026 (upto 5 PM)
- Conducting Body
- Department of Post (India Post)
- Eligibility
- Class 10th (High School) Pass
- Salary
- TRCA Slab System (₹10,000 - ₹29,380)
- Location
- All India
Quick Summary
India Post has released the 4th Merit List for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026. Candidates can download the result PDF for 28,635 vacancies across India.
Department of Post (India Post), functioning under the Ministry of Communications, manages the vast network of postal services across the country. It regularly recruits Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) to ensure last-mile delivery and postal operations in rural areas. Its official GDS engagement portal is indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
India Post GDS 2026 – 4th Merit List Overview
28,635 vacancies across India. A purely merit-based selection system. The Department of Post (India Post) has officially published the 4th Merit List (Supplementary Result IV) for the Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) Recruitment 2026. Released on 08 June 2026, this list fills the remaining vacant slots after the exhaustion of the first three merit lists. Candidates who applied between 31 January 2026 and 14 February 2026 can now check their selection status for Branch Postmaster (BPM) and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) roles. The selection is strictly based on the automated merit generated from the marks secured in the Class 10th (High School) board examinations.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Department | Department of Post (India Post) |
| Post Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) - BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak |
| Total Vacancies | 28,635 Posts (All India) |
| 4th Merit List Release Date | 08 June 2026 |
| Selection Criteria | Merit based on Class 10th marks |
| Official Portal | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
Source: Official India Post GDS Supplementary Result IV Notice, India Post, 08 June 2026. View Circle-wise Results
India Post GDS 2026 – Important Dates & Schedule
The sequential release of merit lists follows the document verification cycles of the preceding lists. The complete timeline is provided below.
| Recruitment Event Phase | Official Calendar Date |
|---|---|
| Application Registration Begin | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online Form | 14 February 2026 (upto 5 PM) |
| First Merit List / Result Released | 06 March 2026 |
| Second Merit List / Result Released | 10 April 2026 |
| Third Merit List / Result Released | 12 May 2026 |
| Fourth Merit List / Result Released | 08 June 2026 |
India Post GDS 2026 – State Wise Vacancy Distribution
The 28,635 vacancies are distributed across postal circles covering various states and union territories. Below is a snapshot of the major distributions and their mandatory local language requirements:
| State / Postal Circle Name | Local Language Required | Total Post Count |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3,169 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani/Marathi | 3,553 |
| West Bengal | Bengali/Hindi/English/Nepali | 2,963 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 2,102 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2,009 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 1,782 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1,691 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1,344 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 1,191 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 1,155 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1,060 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1,022 |
| North Eastern | Bengali/Hindi/English/Manipuri/Mizo | 1,014 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 908 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 634 |
| Assam | Assamese/Bengali/Bodo/Hindi/English | 639 |
Refer to the official notification for the complete breakdown including states with smaller vacancy counts like Delhi, Haryana, and J&K.
How to Download India Post GDS 4th Merit List 2026
Candidates can check their selection status by downloading the specific merit list PDF for their applied postal circle. Follow these steps:
- Visit the GDS Portal: Open your browser and navigate to the official India Post GDS online engagement portal at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
- Locate Shortlisted Candidates Section: On the homepage (usually on the left sidebar), look for the "GDS 2026 Shortlisted Candidates" section.
- Select Your Circle: Click on your respective State/Postal Circle (e.g., Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra).
- Download Supplementary List IV: Choose "Supplementary List IV" from the dropdown options to download the PDF file for that circle.
- Search Your Details: Open the downloaded PDF and use the search function (Ctrl+F) to find your Registration Number or Name to confirm your selection and check the allocated Division/Office.
Result Published: 08 June 2026
India Post GDS 4th Merit List 2026 – What Selected Candidates Should Know
Candidates whose registration numbers appear in the 4th Merit List are provisionally shortlisted. You must report for Document Verification (DV) to the authority mentioned against your name in the result PDF. The deadline for completing this physical verification will be explicitly stated in the merit list document (usually 10-15 days from the result declaration).
During the Document Verification, you must carry the following original documents along with two sets of self-attested photocopies:
- Original 10th Class (High School) Marksheet and Passing Certificate.
- Original Caste/Community Certificate (if applicable, in the prescribed format).
- Original PwD Certificate (if applicable).
- Original Transgender Certificate (if applicable).
- Original Date of Birth Proof (if not mentioned on the 10th marksheet).
- Medical Certificate issued by a Medical Officer of a Government Hospital/Dispensary/Primary Health Centre.
Pay Scale (TRCA): GDS employees are paid based on Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA). For Branch Postmaster (BPM), the starting TRCA slab is ₹12,000 - ₹29,380. For Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) / Dak Sevak, the starting TRCA slab is ₹10,000 - ₹24,470.
India Post GDS 2026 – Official Links & Resources
| Resource Type | Official Direct Web Address Links |
|---|---|
| Download Result / 4th Merit List | Click Here |
| Check District Wise Vacancy Details | Click Here |
| Download Original Notification | Click Here |
| Official India Post GDS Website | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
