GDS SSC Certificate Verification: DoP Sets 31 May 2026 Deadline for Circles
Department of Posts Directs Circles to Expedite GDS SSC Certificate Verification Through API Setu
The Department of Posts has once again stressed the urgent need for speedy verification of Class-X marksheets of newly engaged Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) through the API Setu platform. In a communication dated 15 May 2026, all Circles have been instructed to complete pending verifications in mission mode to avoid serious administrative complications.
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According to the Directorate, despite repeated instructions issued earlier through video conferences and official letters, a large number of SSC certificate verifications are still pending in several postal circles. The Department highlighted that circles such as Gujarat, Haryana, Maharashtra, Punjab, Telangana, and West Bengal continue to have very high pendency levels.
At the same time, the Directorate appreciated the efforts of circles like Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, and Karnataka, which have reduced pending cases to below 100.
Why the Verification Process is Important
The Department emphasized that verification of educational certificates is a critical part of the GDS engagement process. Delays in verification may result in candidates with fake certificates continuing in service unnoticed for long periods. The Directorate also pointed out that delayed verification creates hurdles in processing GDS request transfers and increases grievances from employees, unions, and VIP references.
API Setu Facility May Be Withdrawn Soon
A major concern raised in the letter is that the educational document verification APIs provided through API Setu are temporary and may be revoked shortly. Therefore, all circles have been directed to complete verification of pending marksheets related to old recruitment schedules by 31 May 2026.
For the current January 2026 GDS schedule, circles have been instructed to complete marksheet verification within 30 days from receipt in the circle login, especially for educational boards integrated with API Setu.
Circle-wise Pending Verification Data
The annexure attached with the letter reveals alarming figures regarding pending marksheet verifications across India. The Grand Total of pending verifications stands at 18,639 cases.
Top Circles with Highest Pending Cases
| Circle | Pending Cases |
|---|---|
| Haryana | 3,939 |
| Gujarat | 2,072 |
| Telangana | 2,011 |
| Maharashtra | 1,848 |
| Punjab | 1,672 |
| West Bengal | 1,655 |
Best Performing Circles
| Circle | Pending Cases |
|---|---|
| Karnataka | 7 |
| Uttarakhand | 7 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 41 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 43 |
The Department has clearly indicated that all circles must treat the issue with utmost priority to maintain transparency and integrity in GDS recruitment and transfers.
The order was issued with the approval of the Competent Authority by Gurvinder Singh, Assistant Director General (GDS).