India Post has officially released the 6th merit list for the recruitment of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) for the 2025 recruitment cycle. This supplementary list comes as part of an ongoing effort to fill remaining vacancies that were not covered in the earlier rounds of selection.
Thousands of candidates across the country who applied for Branch Postmaster (BPM), Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM), and Dak Sevak posts can now check whether their names appear in this additional round.
✅ What Is the India Post GDS 6th Merit List?
The 6th merit list is a supplementary selection list prepared by India Post under its 21,000+ vacancies drive for the GDS positions. The merit list includes the names of candidates who:
- Applied online during the official application window (Feb–Mar 2025),
- We were not shortlisted in earlier lists (1st to 5th),
- Fulfill all eligibility conditions, and
- They are now provisionally selected based on Class 10th marks.
India Post follows a merit-based recruitment process—there is no written test. The cutoffs vary by state and category depending on the number of applicants and available posts.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Per10 February | Fe3 March Mar 2025 |
| Correction Window | 6 – 8 Mar 2025 |
| 6th Merit List Release D30 July | July 2025 |
| Document Verification Last Date | On or before 14 August 2025 (varies by circle) |
📋 How to Check India Post GDS 6th Merit List 2025
Candidates can check the merit list using these simple steps:
- Visit the official website: indiapostgdsonline.gov.in
- Scroll down to the “Candidate’s Corner”
- Click on “Shortlisted Candidates”
- Select your respective state or postal circle
- Download the PDF file of the 6th merit list
- Use Ctrl + F to find your registration number/name
Each state’s list includes registration numbers, division names, post names, and other important candidate data.
📑 What’s Next After Selection?
If your name appears in the 6th merit list, you are provisionally selected. Your next step is Document Verification (DV). This is a crucial phase, and missing it may result in the cancellation of your candidature.
Required Documents:
- Original 10th class mark sheet & certificate
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID)
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Local language proficiency certificate
- Passport-sized photographs
You must report to your allotted divisional head office with all original documents before the DV deadline, which is typically 15 days after the merit list release.
📊 Why Are Supplementary Merit Lists Released?
India Post publishes multiple rounds of merit lists (like this 6th list) due to:
- Non-joining or disqualification of earlier selected candidates
- Remaining unfilled vacancies
- Errors or corrections in earlier data
- Reallocation due to category-wise seat adjustments
Hence, applicants who were earlier left out still have a fair chance in the next lists.
🗃️ Total Vacancies Overview (GDS Recruitment 2025)
| State | Approx. Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 3,021 |
| Bihar | 2,389 |
| Maharashtra | 1,864 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 1,285 |
| West Bengal | 1,487 |
| Tamil Nadu | 1,378 |
| Gujarat | 1,105 |
| Others (Total) | 21,413 |
(Note: These numbers are indicative. Refer to your state’s merit PDF for exact post-wise data.)
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The India Post GDS 6th Merit List 2025 brings another opportunity for aspirants awaiting their chance. If your name appears, take immediate action by preparing for document verification. If not, don’t lose hope — more supplementary lists could be released depending on the number of vacant posts.
Regularly check the official portal indiapostgdsonline.gov.in and stay in touch with your postal circle’s updates for DV schedules.