India Post GDS Gramin Dak Sevak Result 2026 – 3rd Merit List for 28635 Posts
Post Update Date: 11 May 2026
Overview
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 announced for 28635 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts. Applications were invited between 31 January 2026 and 14 February 2026 via the official portal indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 31/01/2026 |
| Application Last Date | 14/02/2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16/02/2026 |
| Correction Dates | 18/02/2026 – 19/02/2026 |
| Exam Date | As Per Schedule |
| Result Declared Date | As Per Schedule |
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / PH | Rs. 0/- |
| Payment Mode | Online Payment |
Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per India Post rules. Refer official notification. |
Vacancy Details (Total 28635 Posts)
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) | 28635 |
|
State-wise Vacancy Details
| State | Local Language | Total Post |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 3169 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 436 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 37 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 634 |
| Bihar | Hindi | 1344 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 1155 |
| Haryana | Hindi | 270 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 520 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Hindi / English / Nepali | 2963 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Hindi / Urdu | 267 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi | 908 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 2102 |
| Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo / Hindi / English | 639 |
| North Eastern | Bengali / Hindi / English / Manipuri / Mizo | 1014 |
| Punjab | Punjabi / English / Hindi | 261 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 1691 |
| Odisha | Oriya | 1191 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 1022 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 2009 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 608 |
| Maharashtra | Konkani / Marathi | 3553 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 1782 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 1060 |
How to Fill the Application Form
- Visit the official India Post website: indiapost.gov.in
- Read the full official notification carefully.
- Ensure all required documents (ID proof, address, qualification certificates) are prepared.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, photo, and signature.
- Verify all entered details before final submission.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| 3rd Merit List Result | Click Here |
| 2nd Merit List Result | Click Here |
| 1st Merit List Result | Click Here |
| Correction Form | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | India Post |