India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 Released – How to Check Online?
India Post dropped it. The 3rd merit list for Gramin Dak Sevak Recruitment 2026 is released on 30 April at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in. Candidates who missed the first two lists — check now 3rd merit list.
- 1st merit list came March 6, 2026
- 2nd merit list came April 10, 2026
- 3rd merit list is live now
A total of 28,636 vacancies are announced for:
- Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)
- Branch Postmaster (BPM)
- Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)
State-wise PDFs are available. You need your registration number to check.
- India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 Released – How to Check Online?
- What is India Post GDS Result 2026? Full Overview and Key Details
- India Post GDS Merit List 2026 – 1st, 2nd and 3rd List Status Explained
- India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 State Wise Vacancy Details
- How to Download India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 PDF Step by Step?
- What Details Are Mentioned in India Post GDS Merit List PDF 2026?
- India Post GDS Cut Off 2026 – Category Wise Expected Marks
- What to Do After India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026? Next Steps
- India Post GDS Document Verification Process 2026 – Complete Guide
- Is There Any Exam in India Post GDS Recruitment 2026? Selection Process Explained
- India Post GDS Important Dates 2026 – Merit List and DV Schedule
- India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 – Final Update and Key Points
What is India Post GDS Result 2026? Full Overview and Key Details
Total Vacancies and Posts Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | India Post — Department of Posts |
| Recruitment | GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I January 2026 |
| Posts | GDS, BPM, ABPM |
| Total Vacancies | 28,636 |
| Selection Basis | Class 10 marks (No Exam) |
| 1st Merit List | March 6, 2026 |
| 2nd Merit List | April 10, 2026 |
| 3rd Merit List | 30 April |
| Official Website | indiapostgdsonline.gov.in |
India Post GDS Merit List 2026 – 1st, 2nd and 3rd List Status Explained
3rd Merit List Latest Update
| Merit List | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Merit List | March 6, 2026 | Released |
| 2nd Merit List | April 10, 2026 | Released |
| 3rd Merit List | 30 april | Released |
India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 State Wise Vacancy Details
State Wise GDS Vacancy Distribution 2026
| State / Circle | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 1,060 |
| Assam | 639 |
| Bihar | 1,344 |
| Chhattisgarh | 1,155 |
| Delhi | 38 |
| Gujarat | 1,782 |
| Haryana | 270 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 520 |
| Jammu / Kashmir | 267 |
| Jharkhand | 908 |
| Karnataka | 1,022 |
| Kerala | 1,691 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 2,102 |
| Maharashtra | 3,553 |
| North Eastern | 1,019 |
| Odisha | 1,191 |
| Punjab | 261 |
| Rajasthan | 634 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2,009 |
| Telangana | 608 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 3,169 |
| Uttarakhand | 436 |
| West Bengal | 2,963 |
| Total | 28,636 |
👉 Maharashtra leads, followed by Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.
👉 Delhi lowest with just 38 posts.
How to Download India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 PDF Step by Step?
Step by Step Process to Download GDS Merit List PDF
- Go to indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
- Open Candidate’s Corner
- Click on Selection List / Shortlisted Candidates
- Select GDS Schedule-I January 2026
- Choose your state / circle
- Click Supplementary List – III
- PDF will open
- Press Ctrl + F
- Enter your registration number or name
- Download and save the PDF
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What Details Are Mentioned in India Post GDS Merit List PDF 2026?
Details Mentioned in GDS Merit List PDF
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Division | Postal division |
| Office | Post office |
| Post Name | GDS / BPM / ABPM |
| Post Community | Category |
| Registration Number | Unique ID |
| Candidate Name | Full name |
| Marks Percentage | Class 10 % |
| DV Date | Verification date |
| Gender | Candidate gender |
| Community | Category |
| Documents | Required list |
India Post GDS Cut Off 2026 – Category Wise Expected Marks
Category Wise Expected Cut Off Marks
| Category | Expected Cut Off |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 85% – 95% |
| OBC | 80% – 90% |
| SC | 80% – 88% |
| ST | 79% – 85% |
| EWS | 75% – 83% |
| PwBD | 65% – 80% |
👉 3rd list cut off is lower compared to earlier lists.
What to Do After India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026? Next Steps
Next Steps After Selection in GDS Merit List
- Download merit list immediately
- Note DV date & venue
- Collect original documents
- Make 2 self-attested copies
- Report to Divisional Head Office
- Complete formalities within 30 days
India Post GDS Document Verification Process 2026 – Complete Guide
Required Documents for GDS DV 2026
Candidates shortlisted in the GDS merit list 2026 must bring original documents along with two self-attested photocopies at the time of verification. Any missing or incorrect document can result in rejection of candidature.
- Class 10 marksheet and passing certificate (used for merit and date of birth proof)
- Date of birth proof (only if not clearly mentioned in the 10th certificate)
- Valid photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID / Passport)
- Self-attested copies of ID proof
- Category certificate for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates
- PwBD certificate for candidates applying under disability quota
- Domicile or residence certificate (required for the postal circle)
- Local language proof (showing that the candidate studied the regional language)
- Medical fitness certificate issued by a government authority
- Computer knowledge certificate ( required for the post)
- Recent passport size photographs
👉 Make sure that all information matches exactly with your application form, including name, date of birth, and category, to avoid any issues during document verification.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| Download list | Immediately |
| Note DV date | From PDF |
| Collect documents | Before DV |
| Photocopies | 2 sets |
| Report | On time |
| Final process | Within 30 days |
⚠️ Missing DV date = candidature cancelled
Is There Any Exam in India Post GDS Recruitment 2026? Selection Process Explained
Merit Based Selection Process
Selection is purely based on:
- Class 10 marks
- Converted into percentage up to four decimal points
- Higher marks = higher merit position
The 3rd merit list includes candidates where:
- Earlier selected candidates dropped out
- Or failed document verification
👉 That’s why cut offs are lower in this list.
India Post GDS Important Dates 2026 – Merit List and DV Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 1st Merit List | March 6, 2026 |
| 2nd Merit List | April 10, 2026 |
| 3rd Merit List | 30 April 2026 |
| Document Verification | As per PDF |
India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 – Final Update and Key Points
3rd merit list is released on 30 april.
Go to:
indiapostgdsonline.gov.in → Candidate’s Corner → Supplementary List III
- Found your name → DV is next step
- Not found → vacancies likely filled
👉 28,636 total posts
👉 Maharashtra highest
👉 Delhi lowest
Disclaimer
This article is for general informational purposes only. All details sourced from official India Post notifications. Always verify from indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
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