Rule 3 Transfer 2026: GDS Result to Be Published on 8 July, Check Complete Schedule
Rule 3 GDS Transfer 2026: Result Scheduled for 8 July, Relieving Process to Begin from 13 July
The Department of Posts has updated the Rule 3 Transfer Schedule for the ongoing Cycle-2 GDS Transfer 2026. As per the schedule displayed on the Rule 3 Transfer portal, the transfer results are scheduled to be published on 8 July 2026.
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Thousands of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) who applied for transfer under Rule 3 are eagerly awaiting the allotment list.
Current Status of Rule 3 Transfer Cycle
The portal shows that Current Cycle: 2 is active under Notification No. 17-31/2016-GDS, issued on 21 May 2026. The transfer process has progressed through various stages, including vacancy updates, application submission, verification, and processing.
Key Dates of Rule 3 Transfer Cycle-2
The important milestones in the current transfer schedule are:
- Vacancy Update by Divisions/Units: 25 May 2026
- Vacancy Approval by Circles: 2 June 2026
- Submission of Applications: 8 June 2026
- One-Time Modification of Preferences: 18 June 2026
- Verification of Applications by Divisions: 30 June 2026
- Processing of Applications: Completed
- Result Publication: 8 July 2026
- Relieving of Selected GDS: 13 July 2026
- Deemed Relief: 21 July 2026
What Applicants Should Do
GDS officials who have applied for Rule 3 transfer are advised to:
- Regularly check the Rule 3 Transfer Portal.
- Keep their registered mobile number and email active for official communication.
- Stay in touch with their Divisional Office for further instructions after the results are declared.
- Be prepared to complete relieving and joining formalities if selected.
Result Expected Soon
With the processing stage completed, the publication of the Rule 3 transfer results is now the next major milestone. Candidates are advised to rely only on official announcements and the Rule 3 Transfer Portal for confirmation of their allotment status.
The Department is expected to publish the Rule 3 Transfer Cycle-2 Result on 8 July 2026, after which selected candidates can proceed with the transfer and joining process as per the prescribed schedule.