India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026: The Department of Posts is expected to release the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 in the first week of April 2026 on the official portal indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
The 1st merit list was released on March 6, 2026, for 28,636 vacancies of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) posts across 23 postal circles. Around 28,558 candidates were shortlisted in the 1st list. Document verification for 1st merit list candidates concluded on March 23, 2026.
Now, candidates who were not selected in the first list are eagerly waiting for the 2nd merit list. Selection is purely merit-based on Class 10th marks — no written exam or interview is conducted.
India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026 — Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Posts (India Post) |
| Recruitment | GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026 |
| Posts | Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), BPM, ABPM |
| Total Vacancies | 28,636 |
| Postal Circles | 23 (All India) |
| 1st Merit List Released | March 6, 2026 |
| 1st List DV Deadline | March 23, 2026 |
| 2nd Merit List Expected | First week of April 2026 |
| Selection Based On | Class 10th marks (up to 4 decimal places) |
| Written Exam / Interview | No (purely merit-based) |
| Official Portal | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
| Alternate Portal | indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement |
How to Check India Post GDS 2nd Merit List 2026
- Step 1: Visit the official portal — indiapostgdsonline.gov.in or indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
- Step 2: Go to “Candidate’s Corner” → click on “Shortlisted Candidates List-II” link.
- Step 3: Select your postal circle/state from the dropdown menu.
- Step 4: The 2nd Merit List PDF for your selected circle will open.
- Step 5: Press Ctrl+F and type your 7-digit Registration Number to find your name in the PDF.
- Step 6: If your name appears, note the DV date, venue, and the required documents. Download the PDF for future reference.
Alternative Methods
SMS Alert: Shortlisted candidates will receive SMS on their registered mobile number and email on their registered email ID after the 2nd merit list is published.
Through Post Office: Selected candidates can also confirm their selection status by visiting their respective Divisional Post Office.
Note: The 2nd merit list will be released as state-wise / circle-wise PDFs. If the portal is slow, try again after some time as lakhs of candidates check simultaneously.
Official Websites
| Website | Purpose |
|---|---|
| indiapostgdsonline.gov.in | Primary GDS recruitment portal |
| indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement | Alternate portal (merit list PDFs) |
Warning: Do NOT trust any third-party website or Telegram channel claiming early merit list release. Check only the official portals listed above.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the India Post GDS 2nd merit list 2026 be released?
Expected in the first week of April 2026. DV for 1st list ended on March 23, 2026, and the 2nd list will follow shortly.
How is the GDS selection done?
Purely based on Class 10th marks — no written exam, no interview. The merit list is prepared to 4 decimal places.
How many vacancies are there?
Total 28,636 vacancies for GDS, BPM, and ABPM posts across 23 postal circles in India.