Latest Rule-3 GDS Transfer Portal Update (New Schedule Released)

Date: 28 November 2025

The Department of Posts has released a major update regarding the Rule-3 GDS Online Transfer Cycle (October 2025). As per the latest email from the GDS Section Postal Directorate, the processing of transfer requests has been delayed due to multiple technical checks and validations.

Why the Rule-3 GDS Transfer List Is Delayed?

CEPT confirmed that the Rule-3 requests involve:

• Multiple technical validations
• Cross-verification of data
• Ensuring correctness before releasing results

Therefore, the final approved transfer list is now expected by 03 December 2025.

New Revised Schedule (Official Notification Highlights)

• Final Approved List Release: Expected by 03.12.2025
• Revised relieving schedule: To be shared soon

Important Notes

CEPT has been directed to issue a portal flash alert so all GDS employees are promptly informed. This communication should also be shared across all circles.

What to Expect Next?

• Final list on 03 December 2025
• Flash notification on the GDS Transfer Portal
• Revised relieving schedule after the list publication
• Circle-wise instructions for implementation

FAQ – Rule-3 GDS Transfer Update 2025

Q1. Why is the Rule-3 GDS list delayed?

Because CEPT is performing multiple technical validations and data verification processes.

Q2. What is the new expected release date?

The final list is likely to be published by 03 December 2025.

Q3. How will GDS employees get the notification?

Through the GDS Transfer Portal and CEPT flash alerts.

Q4. Will relieving instructions be issued separately?

Yes, the revised relieving schedule will be shared soon after the list release.