StudyDesk
Latest status
| Event | Date / status |
|---|---|
| Notification | 20 August 2026 |
| One-time registration | 31 August - 19 September 2026 (closed) |
| Online application and fee payment | 2-21 September 2026 (closed) |
| Correction window | 23-24 September 2026 (closed) |
| 1st merit list | Awaited (expected around mid-October 2026; date not officially announced) |
Vacancies
| Circle | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| North Eastern | 2,614 |
| Maharashtra | 2,431 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2,118 |
| West Bengal | 1,762 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,691 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 1,450 |
| Total (all circles) | 23,757 |
Eligibility (for reference)
- Class 10 pass from a recognised board.
- Age 18-40 years as on 21 September 2026 (relaxation as per rules).
- Knowledge of the local language of the postal circle applied for.
- Application fee was Rs. 100 for General/OBC/EWS; nil for SC/ST/PwBD and all women candidates.
How to check the merit list when out
- Step 1Go to the official GDS portal at indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
- Step 2Open the Shortlisted Candidates / result section.
- Step 3Select your postal circle and download the merit-list PDF.
- Step 4Search for your registration number or name in the PDF.
Official links
Sources & verification
Checked indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement on 9 Oct 2026; confirmed the GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July-2026 cycle (Advt 17-12/2026-GDS, 23,757 posts) with registration 31 Aug-19 Sept, application 2-21 Sept and correction 23-24 Sept 2026, all closed. First merit list not yet published on the portal.
Frequently asked questions
When will the India Post GDS 1st merit list 2026 be released?
India Post has not officially dated it. Based on previous cycles (about 18 days after applications close), it is expected around mid-October 2026. Check the official GDS portal for the announcement.
Is there an exam for India Post GDS recruitment?
No. Selection is through a system-generated merit list based on Class 10 marks, followed by document verification.
How many vacancies are there in GDS Schedule-II 2026?
23,757 posts of BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak across postal circles.
Where is the official merit list published?
On the official GDS Online Engagement portal at indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement, circle-wise in PDF format.
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