India Post GDS Cut Off 2026 : State-Wise Merit List for 28,636 Posts
The India Post is expected to release the India Post GDS Cut Off 2026 in the first week of March 2026, along with the 1st Merit List for Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026.
This recruitment drive aims to fill 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) vacancies across India. Since there is no written exam, the selection is purely based on Class 10 (Matriculation) marks.
India Post GDS Cut Off 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | India Post |
| Post Name | Gramin Dak Sevak (BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak) |
| Total Vacancies | 28,636 |
| Selection Basis | 10th Marks (Merit-Based) |
| Merit List Release | 1st Week of March 2026 (Expected) |
| Selection Process | Merit List → Document Verification → Medical |
| Official Website | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
What is India Post GDS Cut Off?
The cut-off is the percentage of marks scored by the last selected candidate in a particular postal circle and category.
✔ No exam
✔ No interview
✔ Selection purely on 10th marks
✔ Circle-wise & category-wise cut-off
India Post GDS Merit List 2026 – GDS 1st Merit List to be released by 1st week of March
Each postal circle (state) releases its own merit list PDF.
Category-Wise Expected India Post GDS Cut Off 2026
⚠️ Note: Actual cut-off varies circle-wise. Below ranges are based on previous trends.
| Category | Expected Cut Off Range (%) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 85 – 95 |
| OBC | 80 – 90 |
| EWS | 80 – 88 |
| SC | 79 – 88 |
| ST | 75 – 85 |
| PwBD | 65 – 80 |
👉 The effective cut-off will be the lowest percentage mentioned in the final merit list PDF of your postal circle.
How to Check India Post GDS Cut Off 2026 Online?
Follow these steps:
1️⃣ Visit official website – indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
2️⃣ Click on “Results” / “1st Merit List 2026”
3️⃣ Select your Postal Circle / State
4️⃣ Download the Merit List PDF
5️⃣ Search your Registration Number
6️⃣ Check the lowest marks under your category (this is your cut-off)
What Happens After Merit List Release?
Candidates whose names appear in the merit list will be called for:
✅ Document Verification
- 10th Marksheet
- Identity Proof
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Residence Certificate
✅ Medical Examination
✅ Final Appointment Letter
Important Points for Candidates
- Only one registration per candidate is valid
- Selection is fully automated and merit-based
- Higher 10th marks increase selection chances
- Tie-breaking is done as per age and other criteria