India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 Soon, Release Date, State-wise PDF

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The Department of Posts is likely to release the India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 soon for candidates who were not shortlisted in the previous rounds. This article covers the latest updates, including state-wise result links, steps to download the merit list, expected cut-off details, and other important information.

India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026

The India Post Department has released a total of 28,636 vacancies for GDS, BPM, and ABPM positions. Selection is carried out purely on a merit basis, based on Class 10 marks and eligibility requirements, without any written exam.

The state-wise GDS 3rd Merit List is expected to be published in May 2026 on the official portal (www.indiapostgdsonline.gov.in). Candidates will be able to download the PDF and check their selection status using their registration number.

GDS 3rd Merit List – Highlights

Before we dive into the direct download link, refer to the table below for key updates and information:

India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 Overview
Organisation Name: India Post Posts: Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS), including posts such as Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) Vacancy: 28636 Selection Process: Merit-Based Official website: www.indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
1st and 2nd GDS Merit List: Released India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 Date: May 2026 (Expected) Cut Off: May 2026 Merit List format: PDF

GDS 3rd Merit List PDF Download State-wise

The India Post GDS Merit List 2026 will be issued separately in PDF format for each state. Every list will include key information such as the candidate’s name, registration number, allotted post, and division details. To make access easier, direct download links for all states will also be made available.

State	Result Link
Andhra Pradesh	To be Activated Soon
Assam	To be Activated Soon
Bihar	To be Activated Soon
Chhattisgarh	To be Activated Soon
Delhi	To be Activated Soon
Gujarat	To be Activated Soon
Haryana	To be Activated Soon
Himachal Pradesh	To be Activated Soon
Jammu and Kashmir	To be Activated Soon
Jharkhand	To be Activated Soon
NorthEast	To be Activated Soon
Karnataka	To be Activated Soon
Kerala	To be Activated Soon
Madhya Pradesh	To be Activated Soon
Maharashtra	To be Activated Soon
Odisha	To be Activated Soon
Punjab	To be Activated Soon
Rajasthan	To be Activated Soon
Tamil Nadu	To be Activated Soon
Telangana	To be Activated Soon
Uttar Pradesh	To be Activated Soon
Uttarakhand	To be Activated Soon
West Bengal	To be Activated Soon

How to Download GDS 3rd Merit List PDF?

Candidates can use the following steps to download the state-wise merit list PDF for the India Post GDS Recruitment 2026:

Visit the official website of the India Post GDS recruitment portal.
On the homepage, click on the “Shortlisted Candidates/Merit List” section.
Select your state name from the list.
Click on the India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 PDF link.
Download the PDF and search for your name or registration number.

Details Mentioned on the GDS Merit List PDF

The following details are mentioned on the India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026:

Candidates’ Name
Candidates’ Registration Number
GDS Online Engagement Schedule 1
Name of the Circle
List Number
Last Date for Document Verification
Division Name
Division Office
Post Name
Post Community
Percentage of Marks obtained
Documents to be Verified with

India Post GDS 3rd Merit List Cut Off 2026

Selection for India Post GDS recruitment is based solely on Class 10 marks, with no written examination. The cut-off marks change every year and depend on several factors, including the total number of applicants, vacancies in different postal circles, and category-based reservation norms.

Expected Cut Off for India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026

The expected cut-off for the GDS Merit List 2026 may be slightly lower than the second list, as certain shortlisted candidates might fail to complete document verification or choose to withdraw, resulting in additional vacancies for the next round.