India Post GDS Result 2026 Live Updates: First merit list expected soon, circle-wise PDFs to be released

India Post GDS Result 2026 Live: The India Post GDS Result 2026 is expected to be released shortly, with the first merit list likely to be published in the first week of March 2026. The result will be made available online in a circle-wise PDF format for candidates who applied for the recruitment.The engagement drive aims to fill 28,636 posts of Gramin Dak Sevak, Branch Postmaster and Assistant Branch Postmaster. Selection is based solely on Class 10 marks, and shortlisted candidates will proceed directly to document verification.Circle-wise list and vacancy distributionThe merit list will be issued separately for all 23 postal circles. Each PDF will include candidate details such as registration number, name, marks percentage, category, gender, division, post and document verification date.Among the larger vacancy allocations are Maharashtra (3,553), Uttar Pradesh (3,169), West Bengal (2,963), Madhya Pradesh (2,102) and Tamil Nadu (2,009). Smaller allocations include Delhi (38), Punjab (261), Jammu and Kashmir (267) and Haryana (270).Candidates can check their status by downloading the relevant circle PDF from the official portal and searching their registration number.Cut-off expectations and next stepsThe first merit list cut-off is expected to fall between 85% and 95% for the General category, based on recent trends. For other categories, the estimated range is 80%–90% for OBC, 80%–88% for SC, 79%–85% for ST, 75%–83% for EWS and 65%–80% for PwBD.Shortlisted candidates must attend document verification at the designated Divisional Head office with original certificates and photocopies. Required documents include Class 10 academic records, proof of age, identity proof, category or EWS certificate where applicable, photographs and application details.Following successful verification, a provisional engagement letter will be issued. Final appointment will be confirmed after completion of formalities and medical fitness clearance. Additional merit lists may be released if vacancies remain after the initial round.