India Post has officially released the third merit list for the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Recruitment 2025, aiming to fill 21,413 vacancies across 23 postal circles in India. This merit list, published on May 19, 2025, is available on the official website.
Key Highlights of the GDS 3rd Merit List 2025
- Total Vacancies: 21,413 positions for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) roles.
- Application Period: February 10 to March 3, 2025.
- Eligibility Criteria: Candidates must have passed the 10th standard and possess proficiency in the local language.
- Age Limit: 18 to 40 years as of March 3, 2024, with age relaxations applicable for reserved categories.
- Application Fee: ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates; exempted for SC/ST/PwD applicants.
Postal Circles Covered
The third merit list encompasses all 23 postal circles, including:
- Andhra Pradesh
- Assam
- Bihar
- Chhattisgarh
- Delhi
- Gujarat
- Haryana
- Himachal Pradesh
- Jammu & Kashmir
- Jharkhand
- Karnataka
- Kerala
- Madhya Pradesh
- Maharashtra
- North East
- Odisha
- Punjab
- Rajasthan
- Tamil Nadu
- Telangana
- Uttar Pradesh
- Uttarakhand
- West Bengal
Steps to Download the GDS 3rd Merit List 2025
- Visit the official website: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
- Navigate to the ‘Candidate’s Corner’ section.
- Click on ‘GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I, January-2025 Shortlisted Candidates’.
- Expand the list by clicking the ‘+’ sign next to your respective postal circle.
- Select the ‘3rd Merit List’ link for your circle.
- Download the PDF and search for your name or registration number to check your selection status.
Next Steps: Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted in the third merit list must undergo document verification by June 3, 2025. The verification will be conducted by the Divisional Head mentioned against each candidate’s name in the merit list. Candidates are required to present the following documents:
- Original 10th standard mark sheet and certificate.
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Voter ID).
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- EWS certificate (if applicable).
- PWD certificate (for Persons with Disabilities).
- Date of birth proof (Birth Certificate or 10th mark sheet).
- Medical certificate issued by a government medical officer.
Candidates must carry both the original documents and two sets of self-attested photocopies for the verification process.
Direct Link to Access the GDS 3rd Merit List
To directly access the third merit list, visit: India Post GDS 3rd Merit List 2025. Ensure you select the appropriate postal circle to view the relevant merit list.
Important Dates
- Third Merit List Release Date: May 19, 2025.
- Document Verification Deadline: June 3, 2025.
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