Andhra Pradesh Postal Circle has declared the result of the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE/CE) held on 12.07.2026 for promotion to the cadre of Postman / Mail Guard from eligible GDS and MTS staff. The result has been released as six annexures (Annexure III to VIII), covering qualified candidates, not-qualified candidates, and candidates exempted from the Data Entry Skill Test.
If you appeared for the GDS to Postman Departmental Exam or the MTS to Postman exam in AP Circle, this post tells you everything in plain language — how many qualified, what happens next, and the exact mistakes that got 88 candidates rejected.
Quick Summary of the AP Circle LDCE Result 2026
| Annexure | List | Total Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Annexure III | Qualified MTS candidates | 317 |
| Annexure IV | Not qualified MTS candidates | 4 |
| Annexure V | Qualified VH-MTS candidates (exempted from DEST) | 2 |
| Annexure VI | Qualified GDS candidates | 2,426 |
| Annexure VII | Not qualified GDS candidates | 84 |
| Annexure VIII | Qualified VH-GDS candidates (exempted from DEST) | 8 |
- Total qualified for DEST: 2,743
- Total exempted from DEST (visually handicapped): 10
- Total not qualified: 88
- Grand total moving forward: 2,753
Exam and Result Details at a Glance
- Exam name: LDCE / CE for promotion / recruitment to Postman & Mail Guard cadre
- Feeder cadres: GDS and MTS
- Circle: Andhra Pradesh Postal Circle (India Post)
- Written exam date: 12.07.2026 (Sunday)
- Result signed on: 04.09.2026
- Next stage: Paper-IV — Data Entry Skill Test (DEST)
- DEST date as per tabulation sheet: 13.09.2026 (Sunday)
- DEST maximum marks: 25
Regions and Divisions Covered in the Result
The AP Circle result is published region-wise and division-wise. Three regions are covered:
1. Kurnool Region
Anantapur, Chittoor, Cuddapah, Hindupur, Kurnool, Nandyal, Proddatur, Tirupati, RMS AG Division, RMS TP Division, RO Kurnool
2. Vijayawada Region
Bhimavaram, Circle Office, Eluru, Gudivada, Gudur, Guntur, Machilipatnam, Markapur, Narasaraopet, Nellore, PAO Vijayawada, Prakasam, RMS Y Division, RO Vijayawada, Tadepalligudem, Tenali, Vijayawada
3. Visakhapatnam Region
Amalapuram, Anakapalle, Kakinada, Parvatipuram, Rajahmundry, RMS V, RO Visakhapatnam, Srikakulam, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram
Biggest qualifying divisions (GDS list): Anantapur, Chittoor, Cuddapah, Nandyal, Proddatur, Tirupati, Markapur, Narasaraopet, Nellore, Anakapalle, Srikakulam and Vizianagaram — these divisions have the highest number of qualified candidates.
What Is DEST and Why It Matters
DEST is Paper-IV, the Data Entry Skill Test, and it is the final hurdle after the written papers.
- It carries 25 marks
- Candidates type a master paragraph
- Marks are given based on the number of words correctly entered
- The supervising officer records: Hall Permit Number, Category, Batch Number, total words in the master paragraph, words correctly typed, marks obtained and percentage
Simple advice: typing speed alone will not save you. Accuracy is what is counted. Practise the same paragraph style daily for 10 minutes and focus on typing without backspacing.
Visually Handicapped Candidates Exempted from DEST
10 candidates are exempted from DEST — 2 VH-MTS candidates (Annexure V) and 8 VH-GDS candidates (Annexure VIII).
These candidates belong to Rms Y Division, Ananthapur, Proddatur, Prakasam, Vijayawada, Parvatipuram and Srikakulam. Their result stands as “Exempted for DEST”.
Why 88 Candidates Were Rejected – Learn From These Mistakes
This is the most useful part of the result for future aspirants. The remarks column in Annexure IV and Annexure VII shows the exact reasons for rejection:
- Multiple filled in Roll Number — the biggest reason by far. Candidates darkened more than one bubble in the same column of the roll number grid.
- Roll Number – Wrongly Bubbled — the roll number written on top did not match the bubbles darkened below.
- QB Series – Not Bubbled / Not Filled — the question booklet series (A/B/C/D) was left blank on the OMR sheet.
- QB Series – Multiple Filled — more than one booklet series was darkened.
- Not Qualified in Paper III — genuine shortfall in marks in Paper III.
- Not Qualified in Paper I + II — shortfall in the first two papers.
A few candidates were rejected for two reasons together, such as “Multiple filled in Roll Number & QB Series – Not Filled”.
OMR Sheet Rules Every Postal Aspirant Must Follow
- Fill the roll number bubbles with a black ballpoint pen only, one bubble per column
- Never overwrite or erase a darkened bubble
- Darken the QB Series the moment you receive the question booklet
- Cross-check roll number and series before the last 10 minutes, not after
- Do not leave any part of the OMR header blank
Losing a promotion after clearing the papers because of a bubble mistake is painful. Fifty-plus candidates in this result lost the exam exactly this way.
How to Check Your AP Circle GDS to Postman Result 2026
- Visit the official India Post AP Circle website — www.appost.in or www.indiapost.gov.in
- Open the Recruitment / Results / Notifications section
- Look for the LDCE/CE result for Postman & Mail Guard held on 12.07.2026
- Download the PDF containing Annexure III to VIII
- Search your Roll Number using Ctrl + F in the PDF
- Check the Remarks column — it will show “Qualified for DEST”, “Exempted for DEST”, or the reason for non-qualification
Tip: Search by roll number, not by name. Names are often spelled differently in the official list.
What Happens After DEST
- Marks obtained in DEST are added to your written exam marks
- A final merit list is prepared, division-wise and category-wise (UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS)
- Candidates are appointed as Postman / Mail Guard against vacancies in their division
- Promotion brings a jump in pay level, better allowances and a permanent departmental post
Preparing for the Next GDS to Postman / MTS to PA Exams
The same syllabus pattern repeats across India Post departmental exams. If you are preparing for the next cycle — GDS to MTS, GDS to Postman, MTS to PA, or Postman to PA — focus on these:
Study Plan That Actually Works
- Paper I & II: Postal manuals, volumes, and departmental rules — read the rule, then solve questions on it the same day
- Paper III: General Knowledge, Reasoning, Maths and English — daily 45 minutes is enough if it is consistent
- Paper IV (DEST): 10 minutes of typing practice daily, every single day
- Previous Year Question Papers: solve at least the last 5 years — questions repeat heavily in departmental exams
- Mock Tests: attempt one full-length mock every week under real time pressure
- OMR practice: use a real OMR sheet for every mock so bubbling becomes muscle memory
What to Collect Before You Start
- GDS to Postman Syllabus PDF and exam pattern
- GDS to MTS Previous Year Question Papers
- MTS to PA and Postman to PA question banks and practice sets
- India Post circulars and latest notifications for your circle
- A category-wise idea of vacancies in your own division
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. I qualified in the written exam. Is my promotion confirmed? No. You must appear for and clear the DEST (Paper-IV, 25 marks). Final selection is based on combined merit and vacancies.
Q. My name is in Annexure IV or VII. Can I do anything? If the reason is an OMR bubbling error, options are very limited. You may submit a written representation to your Divisional Head, but the safest step is to prepare for the next notification.
Q. Is the result the same for all circles? No. Each circle — Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Odisha, Assam, West Bengal — publishes its own LDCE result separately. Always check your own circle’s website.
Q. Are VH candidates required to appear for DEST? No. Visually handicapped MTS and GDS candidates listed in Annexure V and Annexure VIII are exempted from DEST.
Q. Where do I find the official notification and syllabus? On the India Post circle website under Notifications and Circulars. Save the PDF, because these links are often replaced later.
Final Word
The AP Circle LDCE 2026 result is good news for 2,753 GDS and MTS employees who are now one step away from becoming Postman or Mail Guard. For the 88 who missed out, the lesson is clear and expensive — the exam is not lost in the answers, it is lost in the OMR sheet.
If you are preparing for the next GDS to MTS, GDS to Postman, MTS to PA or Postman to PA departmental exam, start now with previous year question papers, weekly mock tests and daily typing practice. Consistency beats last-month panic every time.