The India Post GDS Result 2026 for the Schedule-II July 2026 cycle expected to be released by 10th October 2026, but the Department of Posts has not announced a date. It will be published as a circle-wise PDF at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in for 23,757 posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) and Dak Sevak.
India Post GDS Result 2026 - Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications, Government of India |
| Post Names | Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), Dak Sevak |
| Total Vacancies | 23,757 |
| Result Type | First Merit List (circle-wise PDF) |
| Selection Basis | Merit based on Class 10 marks; no written exam |
| Expected Date | 10/10/2026 |
| Login Required | No, the merit list is expected as an open PDF |
| Official Website | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
India Post GDS Result 2026 Date and Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 20/08/2026 |
| Registration Start | 31/08/2026 |
| Online Application Start | 02/09/2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 21/09/2026 |
| First Merit List Release Date | expected 10/10/2026 |
Why 10/10/2026 Is Expected: Comparison With Earlier GDS Cycles
Earlier GDS cycles released the first merit list about 18 days after the application last date. The expected date for this cycle is based on that pattern. It is not an official announcement.
| Cycle | Application Last Date | First Merit List Date |
|---|---|---|
| Schedule-I, January 2025 cycle | 03/03/2025 | 21/03/2025 |
| Schedule-I, February 2026 cycle | 16/02/2026 | 06/03/2026 |
| Schedule-II, July 2026 cycle | 21/09/2026 | Excepted to be Released 10/10/2026 |
Also Read: RRB Section Controller Admit Card 2026
How Is the India Post GDS Merit List Prepared?
There is no written exam for GDS selection. The merit list is system-generated from the marks obtained in the Class 10 examination. Candidates whose names appear in the list are then called for document verification.
The rules for tie-breaking and category-wise selection are in the official notification. They are not covered in the sources used for this article, so please check the notification PDF.
How to Check India Post GDS Result 2026 (1st Merit List)
- Visit the official GDS portal: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
- Open the latest news or shortlisted candidates section, and select the GDS Schedule-II July 2026 cycle.
- Click the First Merit List PDF link for your postal circle.
- When the PDF opens, press Ctrl+F and search by your name or registration number.
- Check your details and the post listed against your name.
- Download the PDF and save it for later use.
Details Likely to Be Mentioned in the GDS Merit List PDF
The official format will be known only after release. Based on earlier lists, these details are generally expected:
- Registration number and candidate name
- Category and community
- Date of birth and gender
- Post applied for
- Marks or percentage obtained
- Division and postal circle
- Selection status
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Rely only on the official portal for the result and for verification instructions.
- Do not treat an expected date as an official date.
- Check the PDF of your own postal circle, not another circle.
- Do not pay anyone or share personal details for "guaranteed selection" offers.
- Download and keep a copy of the PDF where your name appears.
Also Read: RPSC SO Result 2026
India Post GDS Result 2026 - Important Links
| Link | Status |
|---|---|
| India Post GDS Online Engagement Portal | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
| India Post GDS First Merit List 2026 PDF (circle-wise) | Link not active yet |
