India Post GDS Result 2026 (Out Soon): Merit List Date, Cut-Off, and Selection Process

India Post GDS Result 2026 is expected to be released soon by the Department of Posts, Government of India on the official GDS Online Engagement Portal. Candidates who applied for 28,740 Gramin Dak Sevak vacancies will be able to check their circle-wise merit list PDF and confirm their selection status online.

As per the latest update, the first India Post GDS merit list is scheduled for 28 February 2026, and shortlisted candidates will proceed to document verification, which is the final stage of recruitment.

India Post GDS Result 2026 – Key Highlights

• The result will be released online in PDF format.

• Selection is purely merit-based on Class 10 marks.

• No written exam or interview is conducted.

• Merit lists will be published state/circle-wise.

• Shortlisted candidates must complete document verification for final appointment.

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How to Download India Post GDS Result 2026?

Applicants can check their India Post GDS Result 2026 by following these steps:

Step 1: Visit the official India Post website.
Step 2: Open the latest India Post GDS 2026 Result notification link.
Step 3: Enter the required login details and submit.
Step 4: View your result status and download the merit list PDF for future reference.

India Post Gramin Dak Sevak 2026 Merit List – State-Wise PDFs

The state -wise India Post GDS Merit List 2026 PDF will be updated here when officially released.

India Post GDS Selection Process 2026

The India Post GDS 2026 Selection Process is completely merit-based and does not include any examination. Key rules include:

• Selection is based on marks obtained in the matriculation (Class 10) exam.

• Marks are calculated up to four decimal accuracy for fairness.

• No extra weightage is given for experience or additional qualifications.

• In case of a tie:

• Older candidates are preferred.

• If still tied, preference follows the order:
  ST female → SC female → OBC female → EWS female → UR female → ST male → SC male → OBC male → EWS male → UR male.

India Post GDS Cut-Off 2026 (Expected)

The India Post GDS Cut-off 2026 represents the minimum Class 10 percentage required for inclusion in the merit list. Since recruitment is merit-only, cut-offs vary by state and category.

Expected cut-off trends (based on previous years):

• General: 85% – 95%

• OBC: 80% – 88%

• SC/ST: 79% – 84%

Higher competition and limited vacancies may keep cut-offs relatively high in 2026.

What Happens After the India Post GDS Result 2026?

Candidates whose names appear in the merit list must:

1. Attend document verification at the designated postal division.

2. Submit original certificates for education, identity, and category.

3. Complete final formalities for appointment as Gramin Dak Sevak.

Failure to verify documents within the deadline may lead to cancellation of candidature.