India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) 3rd Merit List 2026 Released

The Department of Post, India Post, has officially announced the 3rd Merit List for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 28,636 positions including Branch Postmaster (BPM) and Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM)/Dak Sevak across various circles in India. The application window for these posts was open from January 31 to February 14, 2026. Candidates who applied can now verify their selection status through the official portal.

The selection process for India Post GDS is unique as it does not involve a written examination. Instead, the selection is purely based on a system-generated merit list derived from the marks obtained in the 10th standard (Secondary School Examination). The 3rd merit list contains the names and registration numbers of candidates shortlisted for the next phase, which is Document Verification (DV). Shortlisted candidates must report to the designated divisional head for verification of their original documents within the stipulated timeframe mentioned in the PDF.

Key Highlights of GDS 3rd Merit List 2026

• Total Vacancies: 28,636 across all states.
• Selection Criteria: 10th Class Merit (Mathematics and English are mandatory subjects).
• Next Step: Physical Document Verification (DV).
• Official Website: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in

Candidates are advised to download the circle-wise PDF links provided below and use the 'Ctrl+F' function to search for their registration number. Ensure all original documents like the 10th marksheet, caste certificate, and identity proof are ready for the verification process.