India Post Releases First Merit List for 2026 GDS Recruitment

India Post has published the first merit list for the 2026 Rural Postal Service (GDS) recruitment. The list is available as a PDF on the official website indiapostgdsonline.gov.in. Candidates can view the state‑wise results by following the simple steps provided on the site. Millions of applicants had been waiting for the outcome, and the release ends that wait. Those who do not appear in this first list are not barred from future chances, as a second, third and, if needed, fourth merit list may be issued. The Branch Post Master (BPM) posts offer a monthly salary ranging from ₹12,000 to ₹29,380, while the Assistant Branch Post Master (ABPM/Dak Sevak) posts provide between ₹10,000 and ₹24,470 per month. The merit list is presented in PDF format, and each state’s list is separate. Applicants are urged to check the link promptly to confirm their status. ## Context The GDS exam is India Post’s main gateway for hiring rural postal workers, a role that supports mail delivery and financial services in villages across the country. The merit list determines who moves to the next stage of selection, typically a document verification and interview process.