India Post GDS 5th Merit List 2026 – Out: Department of Post, India Post has officially declared the written examination result on its web portal. Candidates who appeared in the examination can check their qualifying status, cut-off marks, and merit list online. The results have been made available starting 27 August 2026.
Short Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Department of Post, India Post |
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
| Total Posts | 28636 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All India |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 February 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16 February 2026 |
| Correction Window | 18 – 19 February 2026 |
| Result Date | 27 August 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PH | ₹ 0/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (Net Banking / UPI / Card) |
Age Limit
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per government rules for reserved categories |
Eligibility Criteria
- Gramin Dak Sewak GDS 2026:
- Candidates Must Have Passed Class 10 with Mathematics and English and must know the local language. Check the official notification for details.
Vacancy Details
| Category Wise Vacancy Details | |
|---|---|
| Category Name | No. Of Post |
| General | 12696 |
| EWS | 2719 |
| OBC | 5694 |
| SC | 3942 |
| ST | 2716 |
| PWD – A | 260 |
| PWD – B | 271 |
| PWD – C | 257 |
| PWD – DE | 81 |
Candidates who qualify in the written examination will be eligible to participate in the next stage of the selection process. Depending on the post requirements, the subsequent phases may include document verification, skill tests, shorthand tests, or a medical examination. It is highly recommended that candidates download and print their results card to preserve it for future reference.
The organization has also released the category-wise cut-off marks and the merit list of provisionally shortlisted candidates. Qualifying benchmarks vary for General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PwD categories. Please keep checking the official website of Department of Post, India Post for any updates regarding waiting lists or final scorecards.
How to Check India Post GDS Result 2026
- Visit the Official Website: Open your browser and go to the official website of Department of Post, India Post.
- Find the Result Link: Look for the Result download link on the homepage or notification section.
- Enter Your Login Details: Enter your Roll Number or Registration Number and Date of Birth in the login fields.
- Click Submit: Click the Submit button to view your result on screen.
- Download the Result: Download or take a printout of your result scorecard for future reference.
- Verify Your Details: Check your name, roll number, marks, and qualifying status on the scorecard.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Cut Off / Merit List | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Question: How to check India Post GDS result?
Answer: Visit the official website of Department of Post, India Post. Click on the Result link, enter your Roll Number and Date of Birth, and submit to view your scorecard.
Question: When was India Post GDS result declared?
Answer: The result was declared on 27 August 2026.
Question: What is the cut-off marks for India Post GDS?
Answer: Category-wise cut-off marks (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) are available on the official website of Department of Post, India Post.
Question: What to do after the result is declared?
Answer: Shortlisted candidates should prepare their original documents for the document verification stage including educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), and recent passport-size photographs.
