About the Result
India Post is expected to release the GDS Result 2026 soon for the recruitment of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Post Master (BPM), and Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM) posts. The result will be published in the form of a circle-wise merit list PDF on the official GDS Online Engagement portal. A total of 28,636 vacancies were announced under Schedule-I January 2026 recruitment. Candidates will be selected purely based on Class 10 marks, and no written examination will be conducted.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Result Release (Expected) | First Week of March 2026 |
Selection Process
- Preparation of the merit list based on Class 10 marks.
- Shortlisting of candidates in the circle-wise merit list.
- Document verification of shortlisted candidates.
Details Mentioned in Merit List
- Division and office details
- Post name (GDS / BPM / ABPM)
- Candidate name and registration number
- Category (UR / OBC / SC / ST / EWS / PwBD)
- Gender
- Class 10 percentage
- Document verification instructions
Expected Cut Off
| Category | Expected Cut Off |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 85% – 95% |
| OBC | 80% – 90% |
| SC | 80% – 88% |
| ST | 79% – 85% |
| EWS | 75% – 83% |
| PwBD | 65% – 80% |
Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted in the merit list will be called for document verification. The following documents will be required:
- Class 10 mark sheet and certificate
- Date of birth proof
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Valid photo identity proof
- Local language certificate
- Other documents, as mentioned in the official notification
How to Check the Result
- Visit: Official Website
- Go to the “Shortlisted Candidates / Results” section.
- Select the recruitment titled Schedule-I January 2026.
- Choose your postal circle or state.
- Download the GDS 1st Merit List PDF.
- Open the file and search for your registration number or name.