India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026, Circle-wise Result PDFs

India Post has already released the 1st Merit List for all circles and completed document verification. The candidates whose names/registration numbers were not in the lists are now waiting for the release of the 2nd merit list. The GDS 2nd merit list PDF will be released in April 2026.

India Post conducts recruitment for 28,636 vacancies under the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026 posts, including Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak in 23 postal circles across India. The selection process for GDS recruitment is entirely based on the marks obtained in Class 10.

India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026

A total of 28558 candidates were shortlisted in the 1st merit list, and now candidates who weren’t selected in the first merit list can expect their selection in the 2nd merit list. The 2nd merit list will include the roll numbers of candidates who were not selected in the first round but still meet the required cut-off marks.

Latest Update- The document verification of the candidates selected in 1st merit list conlcudes and now, India Post is all set to release the 2nd merit list very soon. Stay tuned!!

India Post GDS Result 2026 PDF Download 2026

The link to download the GDS Result 2nd Merit List 2026 PDF will be activated shortly by the India Post at their official website https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement. For the ease of candidates, we will also provide a direct link below to download the state-wise merit list PDF once it is released by the officials.

Steps by Step Process to Download GDS Result 2nd Merit List PDFs

To download the GDS Second Merit List 2026 from the official India Post website, candidates can follow the step-by-step guide below.

1. Open your browser and visit the official India Post GDS portal at https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
2. On the homepage, navigate to the “Candidate’s Corner” section on the left side of the page.
3. Scroll down to the “Online Engagement” section within Candidate’s Corner.
4. Click on the link that reads “2nd Merit List PDF”.
5. A list of all postal circles appears. Click on the circle/state for which you submitted your application.
6. The GDS Result 2026 Merit List 2 for your selected circle opens on your screen. The file may be large.
7. Press Ctrl + F (Find) and type your 7-digit Registration Number to locate your entry quickly without scrolling through the entire document.
8. If your registration number appears in the list, note the DV date, venue, and documents required mentioned against your name.

GDS Merit List 2026 Tie-Breaking Rules

If two candidates have the same Class 10 marks, India Post uses the following priority order to break the tie:

• Older candidate gets preference (by date of birth)
• If still tied: ST Female → SC Female → OBC Female → EWS Female → UR Female
• Then: ST Male → SC Male → OBC Male → EWS Male → UR Male

Why Is the GDS 2nd Merit List Important?

The 2nd Merit List is important for thousands of aspirants who missed selection in the first round.
Here is why it matters:

•  Fills vacancies left after the 1st merit list document verification process.
•  Candidates with slightly lower Class 10 marks now get a second chance at selection.
• The cut-off in the 2nd list is typically slightly lower than in the 1st list.
• India Post may release a 3rd Merit List as well if vacancies remain after the 2nd list.
• Selection is 100% merit-based — no exam or interview is required, making every mark count.

Details to be checked in the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026

Expected Cut-Off for GDS 2nd Merit List 2026

The 2nd Merit List cut-off released by India Post is usually lower than the 1st merit list, mainly because some vacancies remain unfilled after the first round of document verification (DV). Candidates with marks just below the 1st merit list cut-off have a good chance of being selected in the 2nd list. The exact cut-off will only be confirmed once the official merit list PDF is released.

Factors that influence the cut-off are:

• Total number of applicants per circle and category
• Number of vacancies left unfilled after the 1st list DV
• Category-wise reservation norms (UR / SC / ST / OBC / EWS)
• Average Class 10th scores in a particular state or circle
• Number of candidates who did not report for DV in the 1st list

What After GDS 2nd Merit List 2026?

1. Document Verification (DV)– Candidates whose names appear in the merit list will have to participate in the Document Verification (DV) process conducted by India Post. Candidates shortlisted in the 2nd merit list will be required to appear for document verification at the designated divisional office, where they must produce original documents along with self-attested copies.

2. 3rd Merit List (if needed)- Additional merit lists (3rd, etc.) may be released if vacancies remain after the second round. Candidates who were not shortlisted in earlier lists still have a chance to be selected in subsequent merit lists.

3. Final Appointment- Candidates who clear document verification are issued appointment letters.

What If Your Name is NOT in GDS 2nd Merit List 2026?

Missing the 2nd merit list is not the end of the recruitment. India Post generally releases multiple rounds of merit lists for the same recruitment cycle if vacancies remain unfilled. This happens when shortlisted candidates fail the Document Verification, withdraw, or do not reach the respective centre for DV. Unchanged: Missing the 2nd merit list is not the end of the recruitment. India Post generally releases multiple rounds of merit lists for the same recruitment cycle if vacancies remain unfilled. This happens when shortlisted candidates fail the Document Verification, withdraw, or do not reach the respective centre for DV.

India Post GDS Result Selection Process

The selection process for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak posts comprises the following stages.

Stage 1 – Merit List (Class 10th Marks)

Stage 2 – Document Verification

Stage 3 – Medical Fitness Test

Stage 4 – Final Final Appointment

Documents Required for GDS Document Verification

Candidates shortlisted in the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 must carry the following documents (originals + self-attested photocopies) for the document verification round:

• Class 10th Marksheet and Passing Certificate
• Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Passport)
• Caste Certificate (OBC / SC / ST) – if applicable
• Persons with Disability (PwD) Certificate – if applicable
• EWS (Economically Weaker Section) Certificate – if applicable
• Residence / Domicile Certificate
• Computer / IT Basic Knowledge Certificate
• Recent Passport-size Photographs

India Post GDS Result 2nd Merit List 2026- Overview