India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2025 Announcement

The Department of Post, commonly known as India Post, has officially published the 3rd Merit List for the Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) recruitment. This recruitment drive was initiated for a total of 21,413 positions. The application window for the India Post GDS Recruitment 2025 was open from February 10, 2025, to March 3, 2025. Candidates who submitted their applications can now access and download the India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2025.

Key Dates for India Post GDS Recruitment Important Dates

• Notification Date: February 10, 2025


• Application Start Date: February 10, 2025


• Application End Date: March 3, 2025


• Last Date for Fee Payment: March 3, 2025


• Online Correction Period: March 6 to March 8, 2025


• 1st Merit List Release: March 21, 2025


• 2nd Merit List Release: April 21, 2025


• 3rd Merit List Release: May 19, 2025

Application Fee Structure Application Fee

• General, EWS, OBC: Rs. 100/-


• SC, ST, PH: Free


• All Female Candidates: Free


• Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, and other modes.

Age Limit for Applicants Age Limit as of March 3, 2025

• Minimum Age: 18 Years


• Maximum Age: 40 Years


• Age relaxation is applicable as per the recruitment rules of India Post GDS.

Vacancy Breakdown Vacancy Details

Total Posts: 21,413

Post Name No. of Posts

General	9735
EWS	1952
OBC	4164
SC	2867
ST	2086
PWD – A	178
PWD – B	195
PWD – C	191
PWD – D	45

Educational Qualifications Required Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have completed their 10th grade from a recognized board with passing marks in Mathematics and English.


• A Basic Computer Training Certificate of at least 60 days duration is mandatory.


• Knowledge of the local language of the postal circle in both speaking and writing is required.


• For further details on eligibility, candidates should refer to the official notification before applying.

Selection Process Selection Methodology

• Merit List


• Document Verification (DV)

How to Access the 3rd Merit List Steps to Download the India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2025

• Visit the official India Post GDS website.


• Locate the 'Shortlisted Candidates' or 'Results' section on the homepage.


• Select your state from the provided list.


• Click on the link to download the merit list PDF for your state.


• Open the PDF and use Ctrl + F to find your registration number or name.