The Office of the Chief Postmaster General, West Bengal Circle, Kolkata, has declared the result of the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) for promotion of eligible MTS employees to the posts of Postman and Mail Guard for the vacancy year 2026. The result memo is dated 2 October 2026.
This is a big result. The merit list in Annexure-A has 997 selected candidates, making it one of the largest India Post Promotion Exam results this year. If you appeared in this exam, here is everything you need to know in simple words.
Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Posts, India |
| Circle | West Bengal Circle, Kolkata |
| Memo No. | Rectt./X-16/PM-MG & MTS/2026/AD(R)/Part-I |
| Result Date | 02.10.2026 |
| Exam Name | LDCE for Postman/Mail Guard (from MTS) |
| Vacancy Year | 2026 (01.01.2026 to 31.12.2026) |
| Written Exam Date | 12.07.2026 |
| DEST (Data Entry Skill Test) | 23.09.2026 to 26.09.2026 |
| Candidates in Selection List | 997 |
| Results Kept Pending | 4 (due to Hon’ble CAT, Kolkata order and division status) |
| Promotion Orders to Be Issued By | 06.10.2026 |
Background of This Exam
Here is the timeline of this recruitment, in short:
- 01.06.2026: LDCE notification released
- 12.06.2026: Addendum issued
- 18.06.2026: Vacancy position for Postman and Mail Guard notified
- 12.07.2026: Written exam held
- 12.09.2026: DEST notification issued
- 23.09.2026 to 26.09.2026: DEST conducted
- 02.10.2026: Final result declared
How the Merit List Was Prepared
- A single merit list was prepared at the Circle level.
- Rank is based only on Paper I + Paper II combined marks.
- Candidates had to qualify Paper III and Paper IV (DEST) separately. These papers do not count in the rank.
- Divisions were allotted based on merit, the candidate’s choice of post and order of preference, and the vacancies available in each division.
Top 5 Candidates
| Rank | Name | Parent Division | Category | Paper I | Paper II | Total (P-I + P-II) | Allotted To |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Towsif Islam Mondal | RMS “H” | UR | 96 | 44 | 140 | RMS ‘H’ (UR) |
| 2 | Imran Hossain | C. Kolkata | UR | 94 | 44 | 138 | RMS ‘H’ (UR) |
| 3 | Iman De | RMS “H” | UR | 96 | 42 | 138 | Kol GPO (UR) |
| 4 | Jayasree Barman | S. Kolkata | SC | 94 | 42 | 136 | Kol GPO (UR) |
| 5 | Sohag Majumder | Kol AP Stg. | UR | 94 | 40 | 134 | Barasat (UR) |
Congratulations to all 997 selected candidates! 🎉
Merit List Highlights
- The highest score was 140 (Paper I + Paper II), by Towsif Islam Mondal.
- Most top scorers secured a full 25 marks in DEST, which shows that typing practice really pays off.
- Candidates from reserved categories like Jayasree Barman (SC) were selected against UR posts on their own merit.
- Selections went down to around 60 marks for UR and around 54 marks for ST at the end of the list.
- Popular allotment divisions include Kolkata GPO, S. Kolkata, N. Kolkata, E. Kolkata, Howrah, Barrackpore, Asansol, Burdwan and Midnapore.
- A large number of candidates in the list joined the MTS cadre only in 2025 after serving as GDS, which shows how fast the promotion path can move: GDS to MTS, then MTS to Postman.
Important Dates for Selected Candidates
| Activity | Last Date |
|---|---|
| Submit written acceptance/refusal to Parent Division | Within a few days of the result (see note below) |
| Promotion orders issued by Divisions | 06.10.2026 |
| Joining the new post | Within 7 days of the promotion order |
| Divisions send refusal letters to Regional Office | 13.10.2026 |
| Regional Offices send refusal letters to Circle Office | 14.10.2026 |
Note: The memo mentions the acceptance/refusal deadline as “three (05) days” from the date of the result. To be safe, submit your written acceptance or refusal to your Parent Division as early as possible, ideally within three days.
Joining Rules You Should Know
- If you do not join within 7 days of your promotion order, it will be treated as refused, as per Directorate letter dated 18.10.2023.
- Officials on leave can join after their approved leave ends, but only if they accept the promotion in writing.
- If you do not wish to join, you should inform your division in writing.
Key Rules Mentioned in the Result
Provisional selection: All selections are provisional. They depend on meeting the Recruitment Rules and on verification of mandatory certificates.
SC/ST/PwBD verification: Category claims of SC, ST and PwBD candidates will be thoroughly verified before promotion orders are issued.
Vigilance or disciplinary case: Candidates with a pending vigilance or disciplinary case, or those undergoing punishment, will not be promoted. Such cases go back to the Circle Office.
Court orders: The result is subject to any order of the Hon’ble CAT, High Court or Supreme Court.
Errors in details: If any candidate is found ineligible, or if there is any mistake in the result, the name will be removed from the list.
Preparation Tips for the Next Postman/Mail Guard Exam
- Put most of your effort into Paper I and Paper II, as only these decide your rank.
- Make sure you qualify Paper III, including the descriptive part.
- Practice typing daily for the DEST. Most toppers scored the full 25.
- Solve India Post Previous Year Question Papers to understand the exam trend.
- Take regular India Post Mock Tests to build speed and confidence.
- Use good India Post Study Material and join India Post Online Classes for proper guidance.
If you are a GDS today, start preparing for GDS to MTS and GDS to Postman exams now, so you can move up the ladder quickly, just like many candidates in this list.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. When was the West Bengal Circle Postman/Mail Guard result 2026 declared?
It was declared on 2 October 2026 by the Chief Postmaster General, West Bengal Circle, Kolkata.
Q2. How many candidates have been selected?
The Annexure-A list has 997 selected candidates. The results of 4 candidates have been kept pending.
Q3. Who topped the exam?
Towsif Islam Mondal from RMS “H” topped with 140 marks in Paper I + Paper II.
Q4. Is the rank based on all papers?
No. Rank is based only on Paper I + Paper II. Paper III and DEST are qualifying.
Q5. What is the last date for joining?
Divisions will issue promotion orders by 6 October 2026. Candidates must join within 7 days of the order.
Q6. What happens if I don’t want to join?
Submit your refusal in writing to your Parent Division. It will be forwarded to the Circle Office by 14 October 2026.
Q7. Why are 4 results pending?
They have been kept pending as per the order of the Hon’ble CAT, Kolkata and the status reported by the divisions.
Final Words
The West Bengal Circle Postman/Mail Guard Result 2026 brings promotion for nearly a thousand MTS employees. If you are selected, submit your acceptance quickly and complete your joining on time.
If your name is not on the list, don’t lose hope. Use these merit trends to plan better for the next India Post Departmental Exam. Stay connected for more India Post Latest News and result updates.