India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 Releasing Soon, Check Result Release Date

The 3rd merit list is one of the most awaited announcements for lakhs of candidates who applied for the posts of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak across the country. The Department of Posts has already released the 2nd Merit List and completed document verification for shortlisted candidates. It is expected that the 3rd Merit List will be released in May 2026 on the official GDS portal.

GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 Out (Soon)

The selection of candidates for the post of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) is merit-based, meaning no written exam is conducted, and candidates are shortlisted based on their Class 10 marks. The GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 will be released for candidates who were not selected in the 1st and 2nd lists but will now be shortlisted based on merit, category, and availability of vacancies.

Candidates who were not shortlisted in the 2nd merit list can download the GDS 3rd Merit List PDFs from the official website www.indiapostgdsonline.gov.in (after release), which include fresh selections against vacant or unfilled posts.

India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 PDFs (State-wise)

The link to download the India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 PDFs will be activated as expected in May 2026 by the India Post at their official website www.indiapostgdsonline.gov.in. The list will be released for the candidates who applied for the 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts under the Online Engagement Schedule-I, January 2026, and were not selected for GDS, BPM, and ABPM posts.

How to Download India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026?

The state-wise PDF links for the GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 will be activated by the India Post on their official portal. Candidates can use the direct link that will be provided above to download the merit list PDF, or those who want to download the PDF from the official website can follow the steps provided below

1. Visit the official website of India Post on your internet browser.
2. Click on “GDS Online Engagement” >> Select “Schedule-I January 2026.”
3. Click on your respective postal circle, then click on “Supplementary List – III”.
4. The circle-wise PDF opens in a new tab. Since these files can be very large, use Ctrl + F (Find) and type your 7-digit Registration Number to search for your name.

How and Why GDS 3rd Merit List Prepared?

As the selection of candidates for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), BPM, ABPM is merit-based, meaning no written exam is conducted. The GDS merit list is prepared purely based on Class 10th marks. The GDS 3rd Merit List will be released due to the following reasons;

• Non-joining of candidates from the first list
• Rejection during document verification
• Availability of additional vacancies
• Category-wise seat adjustments

Details Mentioned on GDS 3rd Merit List 2026

The GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 PDF will carry the following details.

• Candidates Name
• Candidates Registration Number
• GDS Online Engagement Schedule I
• Name of the Circle
• List Number
• Last Date for Document Verification
• Division Office
• Division Name
• Post Community
• Post Name
• Percentage of Marks Obtained
• Documents to be Verified with

GDS 3rd Merit List Document Verification

Candidates who decalred qualified as per the 3rd Merit List PDF will be called for the document verification process, the schedule for which will be released along with the result. Candidates should reach the designated office with originals & 2 sets of photocopies of all relevant documents, and get their documents verified at the Divisional Office of the Division

What are the documents required for the DV process?

Candidates should report at the selected Division office of their circle with originals and 2 sets of photocopies of all relevant documents. These documents are:

1. Class 10 mark sheet and certificate
2. Valid identity proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, etc.)
3. Category certificate (if applicable)
4. Residence/domicile certificate
5. Recent passport-size photographs