The Maharashtra Post Office GDS 1st Merit List 2026 has finally been released by the Department of Posts for the GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I January 2026 recruitment. Candidates who applied for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), BPM, and ABPM posts in Maharashtra can now check their selection status in the 1st merit list PDF published by India Post.
This merit list has been prepared completely based on 10th class marks (percentage system) without any written exam or interview. Candidates whose names appear in the first list must complete their document verification before 23 March 2026 at the respective divisional office. list1
Maharashtra Post Office GDS Merit List 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | India Post |
| Recruitment Name | GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026 |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Post Name | BPM, ABPM, Dak Sevak |
| Merit List Status | 1st Merit List Released |
| Selection Basis | 10th Marks |
| Document Verification Last Date | 23 March 2026 |
| Official Department | Department of Posts |
| 1st Merit List Format |
Maharashtra Post Office GDS 1st Merit List 2026 – Direct Download
| Merit List | Download |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra GDS 1st Merit List 2026 | Download PDF |
| Maharashtra GDS 2nd Merit List | Coming Soon |
| Maharashtra GDS 3rd Merit List | Coming Soon |
| Also Read Full Information about – India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 |
Maharashtra GDS 1st Merit List 2026 – Cut Off Percentage
According to the released merit list, the selection percentages in Maharashtra are quite high. The cut-off varies depending on division, category, and number of vacancies.
From the official list:
- Highest percentage: around 100%
- Lowest percentage: around 84.5%
For example, in some divisions candidates were selected with:
- 98–100% marks in UR category
- 95–98% marks in OBC category
- 90–95% marks in ST category
- 93–98% marks in SC category
In one case from Ahilyanagar Division, candidates were selected with marks like 97.3333%, 98.2%, 93.3333%, and 95.8667% depending on category and post.
How to Check Maharashtra Post Office GDS Merit List 2026
Candidates can check their selection status using the official PDF list.
Method 1 – Using Smartphone/ Using Computer or Laptop
- Open the official India Post GDS website: https://indiapost.gov.in/gdsonlineengagement.
- On Side Corner you see “Shortlisted Candidates: Schedule-1, January-2026”.
- Click on ‘Shortlisted Candidates: Schedule-1, January-2026’
- Then Click on “Maharashtra”.
- After Click on Maharashtra you see on red colour ‘List Of Shortlisted Candidates” click on their and
- Download the merit list PDF.
- Open the file and search your Registration Number using the search option.
What to Do After Selection
Candidates shortlisted in the first merit list must complete document verification.
You must carry:
- Original 10th marksheet
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Identity proof
- Computer certificate (if required)
- Two sets of photocopies of documents
Verification must be completed at the Divisional Office of the selected division before 23 March 2026.
The Maharashtra Post Office GDS Merit List 2026 is the first list released for the January recruitment cycle. Candidates whose names are not included in the first list should wait for the second or third merit list, which may be released after document verification of selected candidates.
Keep checking the official India Post website regularly for updates regarding the next GDS merit list and final selection updates.
