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

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The Department of Posts is expected to announce the India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026 shortly for applicants who missed selection in earlier rounds. This article presents the latest updates, including state-wise download links, the process to access the list, expected cut-off marks, and other key information.

India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026

The India Post Department has announced 28,636 vacancies for GDS, BPM, and ABPM posts. The selection process is merit-based, relying on Class 10 marks and prescribed eligibility criteria, with no written examination conducted. The state-wise GDS 3rd Merit List is likely to be released in May 2026 on the official website (www.indiapostgdsonline.gov.in), where candidates can download the PDF and verify 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 released as individual PDF files for each state. Each list will contain important details such as the candidate’s name, registration number, allotted post, and division. For convenience, direct state-wise download links will be provided for easy access.

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

For India Post GDS recruitment, selection is based entirely on Class 10 marks, with no written exam conducted. The cut-off varies each year depending on factors such as the number of applicants, available vacancies across postal circles, and category-wise reservations

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

The GDS Merit List 2026 cut-off is expected to be slightly lower than that of the second list, as some selected candidates may not complete document verification or may withdraw, creating vacancies for the next round.

Category	Expected Cut Off Range
General (UR)	85% – 95%
OBC	80% – 90%
EWS	82% – 92%
SC	75% – 85%
ST	70% – 82%
PwD	65% – 78%

Documents Required for GDS 3rd Merit List Document Verification

Candidates shortlisted in the third list will need to report for DV with original documents and photocopies. Documents required for DV include:

Class 10 Marksheet and Certificate
Date of Birth Proof
Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS, if applicable)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Computer Knowledge Certificate (if required)
Identity Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID)
Residence Certificate
Medical Fitness Certificate (if prescribed)
Recent Passport Size Photographs
Original documents along with self-attested copies

FAQs

What is the expected release date of the India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2026?

The third merit list is likely to be released between 30 April and the first week of May 2026, following the completion of document verification for the second merit list.