The UP GDS Merit List 2026 was declared on March 6, 2026, with a total of 28,740 vacancies available for Gramin Dak Sevak positions.
India Post GDS Merit List Released
The UP GDS Merit List 2026 was declared on March 6, 2026, revealing a total of 28,740 vacancies for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) positions across Uttar Pradesh. Candidates can access the selection PDF at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
Selection for these positions is based strictly on Class 10 merit, with no written examination involved. The cut-off percentages have reached as high as 100% for the General category, while the OBC category saw a cut-off of 97.6%.
Other notable cut-off percentages include 96.2% for the EWS category, 95.8% for SC, 92.4% for ST, and 88% for the PwBD category. The cut-off is determined by the minimum Class 10 percentage required for shortlisting candidates.
The merit list includes registration numbers and selected categories of candidates, allowing individuals to search for their names using the ‘Ctrl+F’ function in the PDF. Document Verification (DV) is scheduled to be completed by March 23, 2026.
It is important to note that candidates who fail to verify their documents during the DV process may lose their selection. The final appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of this verification.
The recruitment process for India Post GDS is historically based on Class 10 marks, emphasizing the merit-based selection without any written examination. This approach has been consistent in previous recruitment cycles.
Shortlisted candidates are expected to attend document verification at their assigned postal division. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any further steps following the DV process.
