GDS 3rd Merit List 2025: The Indian Postal Department has officially released the third merit list for the India Post GDS Recruitment 2025. Candidates who applied for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) posts can now check their selection status through the official website. The list, released on May 19, 2025, includes the names of shortlisted candidates for document verification and further processes.The India Post GDS Recruitment 2025 aims to fill a total of 21,413 vacancies across various states and union territories. This recruitment process was initiated with the notification released on February 10, 2025. The online application window remained open until March 3, 2025. The recruitment is being conducted for the post of GDS, for which the minimum eligibility is matriculation (10th pass) along with knowledge of the local language.Recruitment details and eligibility criteriaThe recruitment drive is being conducted nationwide, offering job opportunities under the Indian Postal Department. The age limit for applicants was set between 18 and 40 years as of March 3, 2024, with age relaxation provided according to government norms. Application fees were Rs. 100 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates, while SC, ST, and PWD candidates were exempted from any fee. The selection process involves shortlisting through a merit list based on marks obtained in class 10, followed by document verification and a medical examination.
How to check and download India Post GDS 3rd merit list 2025
Step 1: Visit the official website at indiapostgdsonline.gov.inStep 2: Navigate to the ‘Candidates Corner’ section on the homepageStep 3: Click on the ‘GDS Online Engagement’ linkStep 4: Select your respective state or union territory from the listStep 5: Download the PDF file and search your name or registration numberDirect link to check the India Post GDS 3rd Merit ListState-wise GDS merit list PDF now availableIndia Post has published separate PDFs for each state and union territory. Candidates must ensure they select the correct region to avoid any confusion while verifying their result.Job location and categoryThis is a pan-India recruitment with job postings spread across rural and urban regions under the category of GDS Recruitment 2025. The selected candidates will be responsible for duties such as delivering mail, selling postal products, and promoting government schemes in their localities.Selection process continuesCandidates whose names appear in the third merit list are advised to prepare their original documents for the upcoming verification round. After document verification, a medical examination will follow for final appointment.Applicants are encouraged to regularly check the official India Post GDS website for updates and additional merit lists if vacancies remain.
