India Post GDS Circle-Wise Merit List 2026: What to Expect, When to Check, and How to Access It
India Post GDS results for 2026 are on the horizon. The Department of Posts is expected to publish the circle-wise merit lists soon, and candidates can view and download their state-specific results from the official site indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
A look back at recent trends shows that the initial merit list typically arrives within a few weeks after applications close. Last year, the first list appeared 18 days after the application window closed. In 2025, the application window ran from February 10 to March 3, and the first merit list dropped on March 21.
Estimated release window for the first 2026 merit list
Based on past patterns, the first circle-wise merit list is generally issued in early March. With this year’s application period running from January 13 to February 16, 2026, you can expect the initial list around March 4, 2026, or within the first week of March.
When to expect the second merit list
After the first list, subsequent lists are released to fill vacancies created by applicants withdrawing, or those who do not clear later stages such as document verification or medical examinations. The second list usually comes about a month after the first, with additional lists issued if vacancies persist.
Official download link
India Post GDS Result 2026 Download Link: https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement
Six merit lists released in 2025 (for reference)
- Merit List 1: March 21, 2025
- Merit List 2: April 21, 2025
- Merit List 3: May 19, 2025
- Merit List 4: June 16, 2025
- Merit List 5: July 9, 2025
- Merit List 6: July 30, 2025
How to download the circle-wise merit list
- Go to the official site indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
- Click the Merit List link in the Candidate Corner.
- Choose the List of Shortlisted Candidates under your state or circle.
- The merit list opens as a PDF. Save it for your records.
Overview of this year’s target
This cycle aims to fill 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts nationwide. The recruitment drive remains notable for its accessibility, as the eligibility criterion is straightforward—Class 10 marks suffice in many cases.
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