Post Date: 10/10/2026 | Last Update: 11/10/2026
- 28,636 GDS posts under Schedule-I (January 2026) — as reported across major job portals
- Selection purely on Class 10 marks — no written exam is held
- Circle-wise merit lists are being released — search your registration number in the PDF
The Department of Posts has started releasing the merit lists for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I (January 2026). Circle-wise PDFs are being published on the official GDS portal. GDS selection is merit-based on Class 10 marks — there is no written exam. Search your registration number in the PDF to check your selection status.
Department of Posts — GDS Schedule-I (January 2026) Result
Result Details
| Recruitment / Cycle | GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I, January-2026 |
| Post | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) |
| Total Posts | 28,636 (as reported across major job portals; confirm from the official notification) |
| Result Status | Merit lists released — circle-wise PDFs available |
| Selection Process | Merit on Class 10 marks (no exam) |
Merit List Release Dates (Reported)
| Merit List | Release Date (Reported) |
|---|---|
| 1st merit list | 6 March 2026 |
| 2nd merit list | 10 April 2026 |
| 3rd merit list | 11 May 2026 |
Note: These are reported dates — verify the exact release dates on the official GDS portal.
GDS Overview
| Salary (TRCA) | Rs. 10,000 – 24,470 |
| Qualification | 10th pass (Class 10) |
| Age Limit | 18 – 40 years |
| Selection | Merit-based on Class 10 marks (no exam) |
Circle-wise Merit List PDFs
Merit lists are released circle-wise on the official GDS portal. Major circles are listed below — download your own circle’s PDF from indiapost.gov.in.
| Circle / State | Merit List PDF |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Download on GDS portal |
| West Bengal | Download on GDS portal |
| Madhya Pradesh | Download on GDS portal |
| Bihar | Download on GDS portal |
| Maharashtra | Download on GDS portal |
| Rajasthan | Download on GDS portal |
| Tamil Nadu | Download on GDS portal |
| Karnataka | Download on GDS portal |
| Gujarat | Download on GDS portal |
| Odisha | Download on GDS portal |
How to Check the Result
- Visit indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement (GDS online portal).
- Open the “Results” or “Merit List” section.
- Select your circle and download the merit list PDF.
- Search your registration number in the PDF (Ctrl+F).
- If your name appears, wait for the document verification notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
The merit is prepared purely on the basis of Class 10 marks (aggregate percentage). No written examination is held for GDS engagement.
Visit indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement, open the Results / Merit List section, select your circle, download the PDF and search your registration number (Ctrl+F).
Keep your Class 10 marksheet, caste/category certificate (if applicable), ID proof and address proof ready, along with the other documents listed in the official verification notice.
Do not lose hope — check the next merit lists (List 2, List 3) with your registration number and keep your documents ready for verification.
GDS are paid Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) of Rs. 10,000 – 24,470, depending on the post and category.
Important Links
| GDS Online Portal (Result) | Click Here |
| Official Website | www.indiapost.gov.in |
- 28,636 GDS posts under Schedule-I (January 2026); selection is purely on Class 10 marks — no exam.
- Multiple merit lists (List 1, List 2, List 3) are released circle-wise — check every list with your registration number.
- Download your circle’s merit list PDF from the official GDS portal (indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement).
- Keep your Class 10 marksheet and certificates ready for document verification.
- Salary is Rs. 10,000 – 24,470 (TRCA); age limit is 18 – 40 years.
Disclaimer: GramSuvidha is a private information portal (not a government website). Please check the official India Post website for accurate merit list information.
