Published on: 08 August 2026 | Category: India Post Latest News, India Post Circulars, Answer Key
Quick Summary (Read This First)
Good news for candidates of the J&K Circle. The Final Answer Keys of the Combined LDCE / Competitive Examination have been released.
Here are the basic details of the order:
- Issued by: Office of the Chief Postmaster General, J&K Circle, Jammu – 180012
- Letter No.: REP-2-320Con/1/2026-Rectt-J&K-556091
- Dated: 06 August 2026
- Signed by: A. S. Chambyal, Asstt. Director Postal Services (Rectt.)
- Exam Date: 12 July 2026 (Sunday)
- Vacancy Year: 2026
- Papers Released: Paper-I, Paper-II and Paper-III
- Series Covered: A, B, C and D
Which exams does this cover?
- Combined LDCE / Competitive Examination for promotion to the cadre of Postman from eligible MTS / GDS
- Competitive Examination for recruitment to the cadre of MTS from eligible GDS
So if you appeared in the GDS to MTS exam or the GDS to Postman / MTS to Postman exam in J&K Circle, this answer key is for you.
Official Instructions in the Letter
The letter was addressed to:
- The Director Accounts Postal, Jammu
- The SSPOs, Jammu / Srinagar
- The SPOs, Udhampur / Baramulla / Rajouri / Ladakh
- The Supdt. RMS JK Division, Jammu
Key instruction: It has been directed that the Final Answer Keys must be circulated among all the candidates who appeared in the said examination.
Copy for similar action to:
- Director (CEPT), Mysuru — to upload the letter along with enclosures on the Departmental website
- ADPS (Staff), Circle Office Jammu
- Office Copy
So the answer key will also be available on the official India Post departmental website.
Important Point: Dropped Questions in Paper-I
Two questions have been dropped in Paper-I for each series. This is important because it directly affects your marks calculation.
| Series | Dropped Question Numbers |
|---|---|
| Series A | Q.3 and Q.34 |
| Series B | Q.24 and Q.43 |
| Series C | Q.14 and Q.33 |
| Series D | Q.4 and Q.23 |
No questions were dropped in Paper-II and Paper-III.
Check your series first from your OMR sheet or question booklet, then match the answer key below.
Final Answer Key — Paper-I (50 Questions)
Applicable to both GDS to MTS and GDS/MTS to Postman examinations.
| Q. No. | Series A | Series B | Series C | Series D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | C | B | A |
| 2 | A | D | D | B |
| 3 | Dropped | D | C | B |
| 4 | A | C | C | Dropped |
| 5 | A | A | B | A |
| 6 | B | C | A | C |
| 7 | B | D | B | A |
| 8 | B | C | C | D |
| 9 | C | A | D | C |
| 10 | D | D | A | C |
| 11 | C | B | A | C |
| 12 | D | D | B | D |
| 13 | D | C | B | B |
| 14 | C | C | Dropped | B |
| 15 | A | B | A | A |
| 16 | C | A | C | B |
| 17 | D | B | A | C |
| 18 | C | C | D | B |
| 19 | A | D | C | C |
| 20 | D | A | C | B |
| 21 | B | A | C | A |
| 22 | D | B | D | A |
| 23 | C | B | B | Dropped |
| 24 | C | Dropped | B | A |
| 25 | B | A | A | A |
| 26 | A | C | B | B |
| 27 | B | A | C | B |
| 28 | C | D | B | B |
| 29 | D | C | C | C |
| 30 | A | C | B | D |
| 31 | A | C | A | C |
| 32 | B | D | A | D |
| 33 | B | B | Dropped | D |
| 34 | Dropped | B | A | C |
| 35 | A | A | A | A |
| 36 | C | B | B | C |
| 37 | A | C | B | D |
| 38 | D | B | B | C |
| 39 | C | C | C | A |
| 40 | C | B | D | D |
| 41 | C | A | C | B |
| 42 | D | A | D | D |
| 43 | B | Dropped | D | C |
| 44 | B | A | C | C |
| 45 | A | A | A | B |
| 46 | B | B | C | A |
| 47 | C | B | D | B |
| 48 | B | B | C | C |
| 49 | C | C | A | D |
| 50 | B | D | D | A |
Final Answer Key — Paper-II (25 Questions)
Applicable to the Postman promotion examination from eligible MTS / GDS.
| Q. No. | Series A | Series B | Series C | Series D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B | C | D | B |
| 2 | B | D | A | C |
| 3 | A | B | B | B |
| 4 | D | C | B | A |
| 5 | B | C | A | B |
| 6 | C | D | B | A |
| 7 | D | A | C | B |
| 8 | B | B | B | D |
| 9 | C | B | A | C |
| 10 | C | A | B | B |
| 11 | D | B | A | B |
| 12 | A | C | B | B |
| 13 | B | B | D | A |
| 14 | B | A | C | D |
| 15 | A | B | B | B |
| 16 | B | A | B | C |
| 17 | C | B | B | D |
| 18 | B | D | A | B |
| 19 | A | C | D | C |
| 20 | B | B | B | C |
| 21 | A | B | C | D |
| 22 | B | B | D | A |
| 23 | D | A | B | B |
| 24 | C | D | C | B |
| 25 | B | B | C | A |
Final Answer Key — Paper-III (30 Questions)
Applicable to the Postman promotion examination from eligible MTS / GDS. This paper has separate Hindi and Urdu sections.
| Q. No. | A (Hindi) | A (Urdu) | B (Hindi) | B (Urdu) | C (Hindi) | C (Urdu) | D (Hindi) | D (Urdu) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | C | A | A | B | B | D | D | C |
| 2 | A | C | C | D | B | D | A | D |
| 3 | B | D | C | B | D | B | C | B |
| 4 | D | B | B | C | C | A | D | C |
| 5 | A | A | B | A | A | C | A | D |
| 6 | C | D | C | D | B | D | D | C |
| 7 | A | C | A | A | A | C | D | C |
| 8 | D | B | A | D | D | B | B | A |
| 9 | B | A | A | C | A | C | C | B |
| 10 | A | D | C | C | C | A | A | D |
| 11 | B | C | D | A | D | B | B | A |
| 12 | C | A | D | D | C | B | C | B |
| 13 | D | B | B | A | D | A | C | B |
| 14 | C | D | D | C | C | A | A | D |
| 15 | D | C | D | C | A | C | B | B |
| 16 | A | C | A | B | B | B | C | A |
| 17 | C | A | B | A | D | C | B | C |
| 18 | D | B | A | B | B | D | B | A |
| 19 | C | D | B | C | A | C | C | B |
| 20 | A | B | D | A | B | D | A | C |
| 21 | B | D | C | D | D | B | D | C |
| 22 | B | A | D | A | C | A | D | B |
| 23 | D | C | C | D | D | B | A | D |
| 24 | B | D | B | C | A | C | B | A |
| 25 | B | A | B | C | C | A | D | C |
| 26 | D | B | D | A | D | B | A | D |
| 27 | A | C | C | D | C | A | C | B |
| 28 | B | A | D | A | A | C | A | D |
| 29 | C | B | B | C | B | D | B | A |
| 30 | D | B | B | C | D | A | C | B |
How to Calculate Your Score
Follow these simple steps:
- Find your series (A, B, C or D) printed on your question booklet.
- Match each answer with the table above for your series only.
- Count your correct answers paper by paper.
- Add full marks for dropped questions. In Paper-I, the two dropped questions are normally given to all candidates as per departmental practice.
- Add all three papers to get your total (for Postman candidates).
- Compare with the qualifying marks mentioned in your exam notification.
Tip: Take a printout of this answer key and mark your responses with a pen. It is much easier than checking on a mobile screen.
Paper-Wise Structure at a Glance
| Paper | No. of Questions | Applicable To |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | 50 | GDS to MTS and GDS/MTS to Postman |
| Paper-II | 25 | GDS/MTS to Postman |
| Paper-III | 30 (Hindi + Urdu sections) | GDS/MTS to Postman |
What Happens After the Final Answer Key?
Here is the usual sequence followed by the Department:
- Provisional answer key is released first
- Objections / representations are invited from candidates
- Objections are examined, and wrong or ambiguous questions are dropped
- Final answer key is published (this stage is now complete for J&K Circle)
- Result is declared based on the final answer key
- Merit list and appointment / promotion orders are issued
Since the final answer key is now out, the GDS to MTS Result 2026 and GDS to Postman Result 2026 for J&K Circle are expected shortly. Keep checking the departmental website and your divisional office notice board.
Important Points to Remember
- The answer key is final — no further objections are entertained at this stage.
- Always verify your series code before matching. Matching the wrong series is the most common mistake candidates make.
- Paper-III has two separate language sections (Hindi and Urdu). Match the section you actually attempted.
- Keep your admit card and question booklet safe until the result is declared.
Preparation Tips for Next Attempt
If your score is not as expected this time, do not lose heart. Departmental exams come around every vacancy year. Here is how to prepare better.
Step-by-step approach:
- Download the syllabus. Get the latest GDS to MTS Syllabus PDF or the GDS to Postman syllabus and understand the exam pattern properly.
- Check eligibility. Read the GDS to MTS eligibility criteria and the selection process so that you apply correctly next time.
- Solve previous year papers. GDS to MTS previous year question papers, GDS to Postman previous year question papers and MTS to PA question papers show you the real level of difficulty.
- Use answer keys as study material. Final answer keys like this one are excellent revision material. Note down the questions you got wrong.
- Attempt mock tests. Regular GDS to MTS mock tests and India Post mock tests build speed and accuracy.
- Follow circulars. India Post circulars, India Post notifications and India Post current affairs carry a good weight in the general awareness portion.
- Join structured classes. GDS to MTS online classes, live classes and recorded classes are very helpful if you are managing duty and study together.
Study material to keep ready:
- GDS to MTS study material and complete course notes
- GDS to MTS question bank and daily practice set
- Postal Manual Volume notes and departmental rules
- India Post GK and current affairs compilation
- Postal Assistant study material for PA/SA level exams
Circle-Wise Note
This particular answer key is for the J&K Circle. Candidates in other circles should watch their own circle office for separate announcements.
Answer keys and results for Delhi Circle, Punjab Circle, Haryana Circle, Rajasthan Circle, Uttar Pradesh Circle, Bihar Circle, Madhya Pradesh Circle, Maharashtra Circle, Gujarat Circle, Tamil Nadu Circle, Karnataka Circle, Kerala Circle, Odisha Circle, Assam Circle and West Bengal Circle are released separately by each Circle Office.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. When was the GDS to MTS and GDS to Postman exam held in J&K Circle? The examination was held on 12 July 2026 (Sunday) for the vacancy year 2026.
Q2. How many questions were dropped? Two questions were dropped in Paper-I for each series. No questions were dropped in Paper-II or Paper-III.
Q3. Which questions were dropped? Series A — Q.3 and Q.34; Series B — Q.24 and Q.43; Series C — Q.14 and Q.33; Series D — Q.4 and Q.23.
Q4. Can I raise an objection against this answer key? No. This is the final answer key. The objection window closes before the final key is published.
Q5. Where can I download the official PDF? The Director (CEPT), Mysuru has been asked to upload the letter along with enclosures on the Departmental website. You can also collect a copy from your divisional office.
Q6. When will the result be declared? The Department has not announced a date. The result normally follows within a few weeks of the final answer key.
Q7. How many papers are there for Postman promotion? Three — Paper-I (50 questions), Paper-II (25 questions) and Paper-III (30 questions with Hindi and Urdu sections).
Final Word
The release of the Final Answer Key for the GDS to MTS and GDS/MTS to Postman Departmental Exam 2026 is the last step before the result. Match your answers carefully, remember the dropped questions, and keep an eye on the departmental website for the result announcement.
All the best to every candidate who appeared on 12 July 2026.