GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 (Soon) at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in, Zone-wise Result PDF

The India Post has released a total of 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), BPM, ABPM vacancies across the country, for which the 3rd merit list will now be released as expected in May 2026. The merit list will be released circle-wise in the PFD format at the official website www.indiapostgdsonline.gov.in. Candidates whose names will appear in the list must have to complete the document verification (DV) process within the specified deadline.

GDS 3rd Merit List 2026

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. The candidates who have applied for the GDS vacancies can check their selection status with the help of the merit list PDF.

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 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 India Post 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

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