The first merit list for India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026 has been released. This list includes selections for the posts of Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak across various states, including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh. Candidates have been primarily selected based on their Class 10th marks through a merit-based process.

Applicants who applied for this recruitment can download their state-wise merit list PDF by visiting the official India Post GDS website, . To download the list, candidates need to navigate to the 'GDS Recruitment' or 'Shortlisted Candidates' section on the website. They should then select their recruitment cycle and respective postal circle, and click on the '1st Merit List / List of Shortlisted Candidates' link.

Once the PDF opens, candidates can use the search option on their mobile or Ctrl + F on a computer to find their name or registration number. If a candidate's name appears in the list, they must carefully read the information regarding document verification and further processes. Those whose names are not in the first list are advised to keep an eye on subsequent lists and related recruitment notices released on the official website, although there is no guarantee of inclusion in later lists. This recruitment has been conducted according to India Post's specified notification and eligibility rules, and final selection will be confirmed only after document verification.