India Post GDS 1st Merit List 2026: Document Verification Stage
India Post has officially published the 1st Merit List / Result for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS - BPM / ABPM / Dak Sevak) Recruitment 2026 across postal circles. Shortlisted candidates receive an SMS and email notification to appear for physical Document Verification (DV) before the designated Divisional Head within 10 to 15 days.
Failing to present original documents along with properly attested copies and digital scanned backups within the prescribed deadline leads to immediate forfeiture of selection.
| Document Required | Original + Copies | Digital Scan Requirement | Crucial Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th / SSC Marksheet & Certificate | Original + 2 Self-Attested Sets | PDF under 300 KB | English & Mathematics marks must match online entry |
| Community / Caste Certificate (OBC/SC/ST/EWS) | Original + 2 Copies | PDF under 300 KB | Central Government format with valid non-creamy layer date |
| Medical Fitness Certificate | Original in Official Annexure | PDF under 300 KB | Issued by Chief Medical Officer (CMO) / Civil Surgeon |
| Passport Size Photographs | 5 Identical Physical Copies | JPG/JPEG 20 KB to 50 KB | Same as uploaded during online application |
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Essential Document Checklist for India Post GDS Verification
- 10th Standard Passing Certificate & Marksheet: Date of birth, candidate's name, father's name, and mother's name must match your Aadhaar card letter-by-letter.
- Computer Knowledge Certificate: 60-day basic computer training certificate from a recognized central/state institute (exempt if computer was studied as a subject in class 10th or 12th).
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card): Original and Xerox copy.
- Medical Certificate: Format specified in GDS notification, signed by a government medical officer.