India Post has activated the second shortlist for Gramin Dak Sevak recruitment under GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026. On the official portal, the status now shows that List-II of shortlisted candidates has been published. This second list is important for candidates who were not included in the earlier shortlist but are still in consideration against vacancies that remain available after the first round.
The result is being issued circle-wise in PDF format. Instead of a scorecard or login-based marks display, candidates need to open the relevant state or circle PDF and check their registration number, division, post name, category, and marks. The second list follows the same recruitment framework used for Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster, and Dak Sevak posts notified earlier in the January 2026 engagement cycle.
One detail that needs attention is that not every circle or division has an active supplementary list at the same time. India Post has separately published an annexure showing circles and divisions where supplementary lists are being withheld because of the Model Code of Conduct. So candidates should check both the shortlist section and the withholding notice before assuming that a PDF is missing.
Result Overview
India Post has released the second shortlist for the Gramin Dak Sevak engagement process under Schedule-I, January 2026. The official India Post GDS portal now displays the message that List-II of shortlisted candidates has been published.
This result is part of the same recruitment cycle through which India Post notified vacancies for Branch Postmaster, Assistant Branch Postmaster, and Dak Sevak posts across postal circles. The second list is a supplementary shortlist and is relevant to candidates who were not included in the earlier round.
Where the India Post GDS 2nd Merit List Is Available
The second merit list is available through the official GDS result portal under the Shortlisted Candidates section for Schedule-I, January 2026. Candidates should use the official portal and avoid depending on copied PDF links from third-party pages.
The result is published circle-wise, so there is no single all-India PDF. Each candidate needs to open the PDF for the postal circle in which the application was submitted and then search for the registration number or other candidate details.
How to Download the State-Wise Merit List PDF
- Visit the official India Post GDS portal.
- Open the section for Shortlisted Candidates under Schedule-I, January 2026.
- Select the relevant circle or state.
- Open the List-II or supplementary second list PDF, where available.
- Use the search function in the PDF to find your registration number, name, division, or office.
- Save the PDF for document verification reference.
If your circle or division does not show an active second list, check whether it has been withheld under the Model Code of Conduct notice.
Circles and Divisions Withheld Due to Model Code of Conduct
India Post has separately published an official annexure listing the circles and divisions where supplementary lists have been withheld because of the Model Code of Conduct.
| Type | Area |
|---|---|
| General election to legislative assemblies | Assam |
| General election to legislative assemblies | Kerala |
| General election to legislative assemblies | Puducherry (UT) |
| General election to legislative assemblies | Tamil Nadu |
| General election to legislative assemblies | West Bengal |
| By-election related withholding | Goa Division, Goa |
| By-election related withholding | Anand Division, Gujarat |
| By-election related withholding | Bagalkot Division, Karnataka |
| By-election related withholding | Davanagere Division, Karnataka |
| By-election related withholding | Shrirampur Division, Maharashtra |
| By-election related withholding | Baramati Division, Maharashtra |
| By-election related withholding | Nagaland Division, Nagaland |
| By-election related withholding | Dharmanagar Division, Tripura |
If your application falls in one of these circles or divisions, the absence of a second-list PDF may be because the supplementary list has not been published there yet.
What Details Are Mentioned in the Merit List PDF
The circle-wise India Post GDS shortlist PDF typically includes the candidate's registration number, division, office, post ID, post name, community, and percentage of marks. This is the key information candidates need for confirming whether they have been shortlisted.
Candidates should verify every entry carefully, especially the post name, division, and office because document verification is linked to the specific post and division shown in the shortlist.
How the Second Merit List Has Been Prepared
As per the official January 2026 GDS notification, shortlisting is done through a system-generated merit list based on the marks obtained in the Secondary School Examination of Class 10 from recognized boards. The merit is prepared on aggregated marks converted to percentage up to four decimal places.
Where only grades or grade points are available, the Department applies the prescribed conversion formula. The notification also makes it clear that past experience or service is not considered for selection, and there is no written examination for this recruitment.
Why a Supplementary or Second List Is Issued
The original notification explains that supplementary lists are issued when earlier shortlisted candidates do not complete the process successfully. This can happen if a candidate fails to appear for document verification within the allowed time, fails verification, does not complete joining formalities, does not submit the required caste certificate in the prescribed format within the allowed period, or is unwilling to join.
Because of this system, the second merit list should be understood as a continuation of the same recruitment process, not as a separate recruitment.
What Shortlisted Candidates Must Do Next
Shortlisted candidates have to report to the designated Divisional Head or Unit Head for physical verification of documents and further engagement formalities. The official notification says that shortlisted candidates must attend within 15 days from the date of shortlisting.
If a candidate does not report within the stipulated period, the system marks the candidate as non-turned up and the candidature is automatically cancelled. After successful verification, the Department can issue a system-generated offer of provisional engagement.
Documents Required for Physical Verification
At the time of document verification, the official notification requires shortlisted candidates to carry original documents along with two sets of self-attested photocopies.
- Class 10 marks sheet
- Identity proof
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- EWS certificate, if applicable
- Transgender certificate, if applicable
- Date of birth proof
- Medical certificate from a Government hospital, Government dispensary, or Government primary health centre
- Local tribal or dialect certificate in applicable states such as Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, or Goa
Candidates should use only valid and prescribed-format documents because mismatch or failure at verification can lead to cancellation.
Key Recruitment Details Behind This Result
The second merit list belongs to the India Post GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026 recruitment cycle. The original notification was issued on 28 January 2026 under Notification No. 17-37/2025-GDS (Pt.I).
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Posts | BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak |
| Total vacancies notified | 28,636 |
| User registration dates | 31 January 2026 to 14 February 2026 |
| Application submission dates | 2 February 2026 to 16 February 2026 |
| Edit or correction window | 18 February 2026 to 19 February 2026 |
| Age limit | 18 to 40 years, with category-wise relaxation |
| Educational requirement | Class 10 pass with Mathematics and English |
| Other requirements | Local language, knowledge of computers, knowledge of cycling, and adequate means of livelihood |
This background is useful because the result is tied directly to the conditions laid down in the January 2026 notification.
Will There Be More Merit Lists After List-II
The January 2026 notification allows supplementary lists where vacancies remain after non-reporting or unsuccessful verification. At the same time, the notification also states that no further list of shortlisted candidates will be issued after 30 June 2026 unless the Department modifies or extends the timeline.
That means candidates who are still waiting should continue checking the official portal, but they should also keep in mind that the Department has set an outer limit for issuing further lists under the current cycle.
What Is Confirmed and What Candidates Should Still Check
Confirmed official points include that List-II of shortlisted candidates has been published on the GDS portal, the recruitment belongs to Schedule-I, January 2026, the result is circle-wise, and some circles and divisions are currently withheld because of the Model Code of Conduct. The original recruitment rules on selection, eligibility, verification, and supplementary lists are also clearly available in the official notification.
Candidates should still check the exact PDF for their own circle or division, confirm whether their area is active or withheld, and follow the reporting timeline mentioned for shortlisted candidates. The most reliable source for all next steps remains the official India Post GDS portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has India Post released the GDS 2nd merit list for 2026?
Yes. The official GDS portal shows that List-II of shortlisted candidates for Schedule-I, January 2026 has been published.
Where can I download the India Post GDS 2nd merit list PDF?
You can download it from the official India Post GDS portal under the Shortlisted Candidates section for Schedule-I, January 2026.
Is the second merit list available in one PDF for all states?
No. The result is published circle-wise or state-wise, so candidates have to open the PDF for their own circle.
Why is my circle or division not showing a second merit list PDF?
Some circles and divisions have been withheld because of the Model Code of Conduct. Candidates should check the official MCC annexure before assuming the PDF is missing.
How was the India Post GDS 2nd merit list prepared?
The shortlist is based on a system-generated merit list prepared from Class 10 marks, with grade conversion rules applied where required.
What should I do if my name appears in the second merit list?
You should report to the designated Divisional Head or Unit Head for physical verification of documents within the stipulated period mentioned for shortlisted candidates.
Can more supplementary lists be issued after List-II?
Yes, supplementary lists can be issued under the January 2026 notification, but the process is not supposed to continue beyond 30 June 2026 unless the Department modifies the schedule.