India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 Out at indiapost.gov.in: Check Documents Required, State Wise Merit List & All Details Here

As per the earlier trends, it is expected that the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 will be released in the first week of April 2026. It is noted that the document verification for the 1st merit list was completed on March 23, 2026. Now it is expected that the second list will be published in PDF format state-wise on the official GDS portal. 

The Department of Posts India is all set to officially release the India Post GDS Merit List 2026 for the 2nsSelection List for the January 2026 recruitment cycle on its official website.  The India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 pdf will be available to download at the official website indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.

Under the selection process , there is no written examination required for GDS posts and final merit list depends upon the factors given below-

-Merit list based entirely on Class 10 marks.

-Candidates are selected through merit lists released in multiple stages.

-Selected candidates are required to appear for document verification prior to final appointment.

-This process ensures a transparent selection based on academic performance.

During preparing the merit list in case of tie among the applicants, the result would be decided on the basis of the following priority order-

"DOB (Older in age), ST trans-woman, ST female, SC trans- woman, SC female, OBC trans-woman, OBC female, EWS trans- woman, EWS female, UR transwoman, UR female, ST trans-male, ST Male, SC trans-male, SC Male, OBC transmale, OBC male, EWS trans- male, EWS male, UR trans-male, UR male. 

No, as of now the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 has not been released for Gramin Dak Sevak and other posts. However, as the document verification round for the First Merit list has been completed, it is likely that the 2nd merit list will be released shortly. 

As the document verification round for the 1st merit list is over, it is likely that India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 will be released shortly. Once released, candidates  can download the state/regions wise India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 for the posts of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and others at the  official website-https://indiapost.gov.in. 

Once released, candidates can check the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) merit list after following the simple steps given below-

-Visit the official India Post GDS online portal.

-Navigate to "Candidate's Corner," and select "Shortlisted Candidates". 

-Now choose your postal circle/state to the list. 

-Now download the PDF and check your roll number. 

No, as of now the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 has not been released. After the closing of document verification for the first merit list on March 23, now it is expected that the GDS 2026 2nd Merit List will be released shortly. 

Trends from the first merit list showed exceptionally high cut off in circles like Haryana, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh, often touching 98%–100%. Applicants in these circles are eagerly waiting to see if the second list brings any significant relaxation in marks.

If a candidate is expecting their name in the second list, then they must ensure that they must have these documents ready: 10th Class Marksheet, Original Identity Proof (Aadhaar/PAN), Caste Certificate (if applicable), PwD Certificate, and 2 sets of self-attested photocopies

While keeping an eye on the official website is recommended, India Post also sends system-generated SMS and email notifications to candidates whose registration numbers appear in the merit list. Candidates must ensure their registered mobile number is active

Candidates can expect the India Post 2nd Merit List PDFs for all circles such as Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, West Bengal, etc. Each circle will have a separate PDF highlighting the registration numbers and selected divisions.

Shortlisted candidates for Branch Postmaster (BPM) posts typically receive a TRCA (Time Related Continuity Allowance) in the range of Rs 12,000 and Rs 29,380, while Assistant Branch Postmasters (ABPM) and Dak Sevaks receive between Rs 10,000 and Rs 24,470 plus applicable allowances.

The India Post GDS selection process is strictly merit-based. No written entrance exam or interview is conducted. Shortlisting of candidates is done automatically by the system based on the percentage of marks obtained in the Secondary School Examination (Class 10).

After the Department of Posts officially releases the second list, candidates can access it on the official website, indiapostgdsonline.gov.in. Candidates are advised to avoid third-party links and only rely on the "Shortlisted Candidates" tab on the official homepage.

As the document verification round for India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026 has been finished today i.e. on March 23, 2026, now the India Post will soon release the India post gds 2nd merit list 2026 pdf on its  official website. 

Earlier the India Post GDS (1st Merit List) was declared  on March 6, 2026 and now the document verification round of the shortlisted candidates is closing today i.e. on March 23, 2026. Now it is expected that the India Post 2nd Merit List 2026 will be released any time soon. 

Once released, candidates can download the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 pdf list by visiting the official website. You will have to visit the “Candidate Corner” section under the “List of Shortlisted Candidates” link on the official website. 

As per the earlier trends, the second merit list is usually released after a gap of three to four weeks after the first  list. However there are many factors which affect the publication of merit lists including number of posts and candidates shortlisted in the previous merit list. 

As per the earlier selection criteria practices, usually, the next merit list is released after the successful completion of the document verification process. The document verification round for the First Merit list is likely to be finished on March 23, 2026, it is expected that the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 will be released soon. 

The document verification round for the Gramin Dak Sevak Recruitment 2026 first merit list is underway and March 23 is the last date for the same. Now candidates who have not been selected in the first round can expect that the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List will be released soon. 

Candidates are advised to download the GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 and check all the details mentioned on the same. You should verify all the important details about shortlisted candidates. Below are the details mentioned on the same-

-Division and Office Name

-Post ID and Post Name

-Registration Number

-Candidate Name

No written examination is not a part of the selection process for GDS posts. Below are the details of the selection process-

-Merit list based entirely on Class 10 marks.

-Candidates are selected through merit lists released in multiple stages.

-Selected candidates are required to appear for document verification prior to final appointment.

-This process ensures a transparent selection based on academic performance.

Once released, candidates will get the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 PDF download link of the second merit list at the official website-https://indiapost.gov.in.

Once released, candidates are advised to download the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List through the official website and check all the crucial details mentioned on the same. You will get the following details on the 2nd merit list-

-Name of the Department and Office

-Post ID and Post Name

-Registration Number

-Candidate's Name

-Percentage of Marks

-Gender

-Category

-Date and Venue for Document Verification

No, as of now, the India Post has not released the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026. It is expected that the second merit list for the India Post GDS results 2026 will be released in the fourth week of March 2026.

While preparing the merit list in case of tie among the applicants, the same would be decided on the basis of the following priority order-

"DOB (Older in age), ST trans-woman, ST female, SC trans- woman, SC female, OBC trans-woman, OBC female, EWS trans- woman, EWS female, UR transwoman, UR female, ST trans-male, ST Male, SC trans-male, SC Male, OBC transmale, OBC male, EWS trans- male, EWS male, UR trans-male, UR male. 

Once released, candidates  can download the state/regions wise India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 for the posts of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and others at the  official website-https://indiapost.gov.in. 

Candidates shortlisted India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 will have to carry the crucial documents during the certificate verification round. Below are the list of documents required-  

-Marks sheet

- Identity proof

 -Caste certificate

-PwBD certificate

-EWS Certificate

-Transgender certificate

 -Date of Birth Proof

-Medical certificate issued by a medical officer of any Government Hospital/Government Dispensaries/Government Primary Health Centre, etc. (Compulsory) Certificate issued by the Competent Authority in respect of knowledge of tribal/local dialects or language in case of engagement in the state of Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim or Goa.

-Check the notification pdf for details in this regard. 

Once shortlisted, candidates will have to submit an undertaking to the Engaging Authority regarding knowledge of Computer, Cycling and having adequate means of livelihood, prescribed formats at the time of engagement.

Candidates applied for the 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak and other positions can view their application submission status on the website by logging in to the website using their registration number as username and password.

Those candidates who will be shortlisted in the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026,will have to attend the office of the designated authority, i.e., the Divisional/Unit Head of the Division/Unit for physical verification of documents and further engagement formalities within a period of 15 days from the date of shortlisting.

If you are unable to download the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026, no need to worry as the India Post will inform you of the result and dates of physical verification etc, through SMS on their registered mobile number as well as through email on the registered email addresses.

Candidates will be evaluated on their eligibility only on the basis of 10th class marks. Based on the 10th marks, a circle-wise and category-wise merit list is prepared. There is no interview or written test for GDS recruitment under. Check details of the selection process for GDS posts-

• Circle-wise and category-wise merit list based on 10th class marks.
• Document Verification (DV)
• Medical Examination (ME)

Once released, you will be able to download the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 state/region wise merit list pdf at the official website of India post-indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.