The Department of Posts, India Post has officially released the 2nd Merit List for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026 on its official website. Candidates who applied for the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 and were not shortlisted in the 1st Merit List now have another chance to check their selection status in this second list.
The India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 was released on 10 April 2026 and is available for all 23 postal circles across India at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in. With a massive 28,636 GDS posts available, this is one of the largest postal recruitment drives in India. Candidates shortlisted in the 2nd Merit List must prepare for Document Verification. State-wise direct PDF links are provided below.
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Department of Posts – India Post |
| Post Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) |
| Total Vacancies | 28,636 Posts |
| Application Period | 31 January – 14 February 2026 |
| 1st Merit List | Released Earlier |
| 2nd Merit List Released | 10 April 2026 Available Now |
| Selection Process | Merit List → Document Verification → Final Selection |
| Official Website | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
Important Dates – India Post GDS 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 February 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16 February 2026 |
| Correction Window | 18 – 19 February 2026 |
| 1st Merit List | Released Earlier |
| 2nd Merit List Released | 10 April 2026 Available Now |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0/- (Free) |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0/- (Free) |
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved category candidates as per India Post GDS recruitment regulations.
Total Vacancies – 28,636 Posts
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 12,696 |
| OBC | 5,694 |
| SC | 3,942 |
| EWS | 2,719 |
| ST | 2,716 |
| PwD-B | 271 |
| PwD-A | 260 |
| PwD-C | 257 |
| PwD-DE | 81 |
| Total | 28,636 |
Circle-Wise Vacancy Details
| State / Circle | Language | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra | Konkani/Marathi | 3,553 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3,169 |
| West Bengal | Bengali/Hindi/English/Nepali | 2,963 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2,009 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 2,102 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 1,782 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1,691 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1,344 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 1,191 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 1,155 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1,022 |
| North Eastern | Multiple Languages | 1,014 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1,060 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 608 |
| Assam | Multiple Languages | 639 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 520 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 436 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 270 |
| Jammu/Kashmir | Hindi/Urdu | 267 |
| Punjab | Punjabi/English/Hindi | 261 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 634 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 908 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 38 |
Eligibility Criteria – India Post GDS 2026
| Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) | Candidates must have passed Class 10 with Mathematics and English from a recognized board. Must have knowledge of the local language of the applied state/circle. |
Selection Process – India Post GDS 2026
Admission to GDS posts is based on a straightforward merit process:
- Merit List Preparation – Based on Class 10 board examination marks (no entrance exam)
- Document Verification – Shortlisted candidates from the merit list called for DV
- Final Selection – After successful document verification and medical check
How to Check & Download India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026
Follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official website – Go to indiapostgdsonline.gov.in in your browser.
- Find the Merit List link – Click on “Shortlisted Candidates – 2nd Merit List” under GDS Recruitment 2026.
- Select your State/Circle – Choose your state from the list of 23 postal circles.
- Download the PDF – The state-wise merit list PDF will open for download.
- Search your name or roll number – Press Ctrl + F and enter your Name or Registration Number.
- Check your status – If your name appears, you are shortlisted for Document Verification.
- Save the PDF – Download and save the merit list for future reference.
- Prepare for DV – If shortlisted, gather all original documents for the document verification round.
State-Wise 2nd Merit List Download Links
| State / Circle | Merit List Link |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Click Here |
| Bihar | Click Here |
| Madhya Pradesh | Click Here |
| Rajasthan | Click Here |
| Delhi | Click Here |
| Haryana | Click Here |
| Jharkhand | Click Here |
| Chhattisgarh | Click Here |
| Himachal Pradesh | Click Here |
| Uttarakhand | Click Here |
| Punjab | Click Here |
| Kerala | Click Here |
| Odisha | Click Here |
| Maharashtra | Click Here |
| Karnataka | Click Here |
| Tamil Nadu | Click Here |
| Telangana | Click Here |
| West Bengal | Click Here |
| Gujarat | Click Here |
| Assam | Click Here |
| Andhra Pradesh | Click Here |
| North Eastern | Click Here |
| Jammu / Kashmir | Click Here |
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Check 2nd Merit List | Click Here |
| Check 1st Merit List | Click Here |
| Online Correction Link | Click Here |
| Online Registration Form | Click Here |
| Check Circle-Wise Notification | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| India Post GDS Official Website | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Has the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 been released? Yes, the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 has been officially released on 10 April 2026 on the official portal indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
Q2. How can I check the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026? Visit indiapostgdsonline.gov.in, find the 2nd Merit List link, select your state, download the PDF, and search for your name or registration number using Ctrl + F.
Q3. What is the next step after appearing in the merit list? Shortlisted candidates must appear for Document Verification (DV) at the designated postal circle office on the scheduled date.
Q4. How many posts are available in India Post GDS Recruitment 2026? A total of 28,636 GDS posts are available across 23 postal circles in India.
Q5. What is the eligibility for India Post GDS 2026? Candidates must have passed Class 10 with Mathematics and English from a recognized board and must know the local language.
Q6. Is there any written exam for India Post GDS selection? No. Selection is based purely on Class 10 marks — no entrance examination is conducted.
Q7. What is the official website for India Post GDS? The official website is indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
