Odisha Postal GDS 2nd Merit List 2026: Check Selection List & Cut-Off Marks PDF

ODISHA LATEST GOVT JOBS 2026

 

Event	Important Dates
Notification Release	January 28, 2026
Total Vacancies (Odisha)	1,191 Posts
1st Merit List Release	March 6, 2026
Document Verification (1st List)	Ended March 23, 2026
2nd Merit List Release	Expected April 2026

🚀 Important Recruitment Links

Live Official GDS Portal	Open Site
Latest Check 2nd Merit List	Click to Download
New Selection Status Check	Check Marks
Official Registration Link	Apply Now

 

Postal GDS 1st Merit List Cut-Off (Officil)

• General (UR): $90.80\%$ – $98.00\%$

• OBC: $90.20\%$ – $97.00\%$

• EWS: $88.00\%$ – $94.00\%$

• SC: $88.40\%$ – $93.00\%$

• ST: $84.16\%$ – $89.00\%$

• PwBD: $79.16\%$ – $85.16\%$

   

  Postal GDS 2nd Merit List Cut-Off (Expected)

• General (UR): 85% – 95%

• OBC: 80% – 90%

• EWS: 80% – 88%

• SC: 79% – 88%

• ST: 75% – 85%

• PwBD: 65% – 80%

 

Postal GDS 3rd Merit List Cut-Off (Expected)

• General (UR): 82% – 92%

• OBC: 78% – 88%

• EWS: 77% – 85%

• SC: 76% – 85%

• ST: 72% – 82%

• PwBD: 60% – 75%

   

  Postal GDS 4th Merit List Cut-Off (Expected)

• General (UR): 78% – 88%

• OBC: 75% – 85%

• EWS: 72% – 82%

• SC: 70% – 80%

• ST: 65% – 78%

• PwBD: 55% – 70% 

 

For your Odisha Postal GDS selection, here are the important documents you must bring for verification, listed one by one:

1. 10th Class Marksheet

2. 10th Pass Certificate

3. Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC)

4. EWS Certificate (If applicable)

5. Aadhaar Card

6. Medical Certificate

7. PwD Certificate (If applicable)

8. Transgender Certificate (If applicable)

9. Recent Passport Size Photographs

10. Printout of Online Application Form

11. Two Sets of Self-Attested Photocopies

 

 Here are the most common rejection points you should avoid:

• Marks Mismatch

• Incorrect Grade-to-Percentage Conversion

• Spelling Errors in Name or Father’s Name

• Date of Birth (DOB) Mismatch

• State Format Caste Certificate (Instead of Central)

• Not Studied Local Language (Odia)

• Missing Original Documents

• Private Hospital Medical Certificate

• Duplicate or Multiple Registrations

• Expired EWS/OBC Certificates

• Unclear or Mismatched Photo/Signature

 

Pro Tip For Selection :

• Apply to Rural Divisions: Choose interior districts like Koraput, Malkangiri, or Nuapada where cut-offs are significantly lower than urban hubs.

• Accuracy is Key: Double-check your marks down to the decimal; even a 0.01% mismatch with your certificate leads to instant rejection.

• Odia Language: Ensure you have Odia as a subject in your 10th marksheet, as it is a mandatory requirement for the Odisha circle.

• Central Format Certificates: Get your Caste or EWS certificates in the Central Government format specifically, as state-level formats are often rejected.

• Division Choice: Research the previous year's "lowest selection" for specific post offices to find low-competition zones.

• Document Readiness: Keep two sets of self-attested photocopies ready the moment the list drops to avoid the last-minute rush at the division office.

• Stay Updated: Regularly check the official portal and your SMS/Email, as the window for document verification is very short.

 

The salary for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) full salary details for 2026:

1. Monthly Basic Pay (TRCA Slabs)

• Branch Postmaster (BPM): ₹12,000 to ₹29,380

• Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) / Dak Sevak: ₹10,000 to ₹24,470

2. Salary Based on Working Hours

Most new joiners start at the minimum slab for 4 or 5 hours of work:

• BPM (4 Hours): ₹12,000

• BPM (5 Hours): ₹14,500

• ABPM/Dak Sevak (4 Hours): ₹10,000

• ABPM/Dak Sevak (5 Hours): ₹12,000

3. Allowances & Perks

In addition to the basic TRCA, you receive several monthly allowances:

• Dearness Allowance (DA): Paid as per the latest Central Government rates (currently significantly increasing the gross pay).

• Office Maintenance Allowance (OMA): ₹100 per month (only for BPMs to maintain the post office).

• Fixed Stationery Charge: ₹25 for BPM and ₹10 for other categories.

• Cycle Maintenance Allowance (CMA): ₹60 per month for ABPM/Mail Carriers.

• Combined Duty Allowance: Up to ₹500 if a BPM performs the delivery work of an ABPM.

• Cash Conveyance Allowance: ₹50 per month.

4. Annual Increment

• 3% Yearly Increase: Your basic TRCA increases by 3% every year on a fixed date.

5. Social Security Benefits

• GDS Gratuity: Paid at the time of retirement or leaving.

• Service Discharge Benefit Scheme (SDBS): Similar to the National Pension System (NPS).

• Severance Amount: Paid based on the number of years served.

Summary: For a new joiner in 2026, the In-hand Salary (Basic + DA + Allowances) generally ranges between ₹14,000 and ₹18,000 per month depending on the specific post and working hours.

 

Job Profiles: BPM vs. ABPM 

🏢 Branch Postmaster (BPM)

The BPM is the Head of the Branch Post Office (BO). This is a managerial and computer-based role.

• Office Management: Responsible for the overall administration and smooth functioning of the Branch Office.

• Transactions: Handling all money-related tasks like deposits and withdrawals for Savings Accounts, RD, and Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana.

• Device Handling: Using the handheld "Point of Sale" (PoS) device or mobile for all digital entries and postal business.

• Marketing: Promoting India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) and insurance products like PLI (Postal Life Insurance) and RPLI.

• Mail Operations: Ensuring that mail is received and dispatched correctly to the main Account Office.

🚲 Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)

The ABPM is primarily a field-based role focused on delivery and public interaction.

• Mail Delivery: Sorting and delivering letters, speed posts, parcels, and money orders at the doorstep of residents in the assigned area.

• Sale of Stationery: Selling postage stamps and stationery items to people while on the field.

• Assisting the BPM: Helping the BPM with office work, such as loading/unloading mail bags and cleaning the office premises.

• IPPB Services: Providing "Doorstep Banking" services using a mobile phone to help villagers withdraw or deposit money at home.

• Public Awareness: Informing villagers about new government schemes and helping them fill out forms.

 

Required for This Job post :

1. Local Language: Must have studied Odia up to the 10th standard.

2. Computer Literacy: Ability to operate Smartphones, Tablets, and Handheld POS devices.

3. Cycling: Mandatory ability to ride a Bicycle (Motorcycle/Scooter also accepted).

4. Mathematical Skills: Must have passed Mathematics as a core subject in 10th grade.

5. English Proficiency: Must have passed English as a core or elective subject in 10th grade.

6. Financial Literacy: Basic understanding of Banking, Savings, and Insurance for IPPB tasks.

7. Communication: Ability to interact clearly with the Rural Public in their local dialect.

8. Administrative Skills: Basic Record-keeping and Data Entry for postal transactions.

9. Marketing Skills: Ability to promote Government Schemes and insurance products.

10. Physical Fitness: Capability to perform Door-to-door delivery and carry mail bags.

 

 

Once you have successfully joined the Odisha Postal GDS, follow these practical tips to ensure a smooth career:

• Complete Training: Attend the mandatory 15-day induction training to learn the DARPAN device and postal rules.

• Master the DARPAN Device: Practice daily on the handheld device for error-free accounting and banking.

• Timely Reporting: Open the Post Office exactly at the scheduled time to avoid public complaints or inspections.

• Maintain Records: Keep all physical registers, passbooks, and stamp accounts updated every single day.

• IPPB Targets: Focus on opening India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) accounts as they are a key performance metric.

• Insurance Promotion: Actively promote PLI and RPLI schemes to meet your monthly business targets.

• Safety of Cash: Always keep the office cash and stamps in the provided iron safe or a secure locker.

• Customer Behavior: Maintain a polite and helpful attitude with the local villagers to build trust.

• Stay in Touch: Keep a good coordination with your Overseer and Sub-Postmaster (SPM) for guidance.

• Verification Completion: Ensure your final character and caste verification from the police/tehsil is completed on time.

• Uniform and Identity: Always wear your GDS uniform and carry your ID card during duty hours.

• Publicity: Use the notice board outside the office to display the latest interest rates and schemes.

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