Published on: 11 August 2026 | Category: India Post Departmental Exam, MTS to PA, Postman to PA
Quick Summary (Read This First)
The Office of the Chief Postmaster General, Rajasthan Circle, Jaipur has declared the result of the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) for promotion to the cadre of PA/SA for the vacancy year 2026.
Here are the main points in one place:
- Written exam date: 28.06.2026
- DEST (typing test) date: 09.08.2026
- Final Answer Key issued: 03.08.2026
- Result declared: 10.08.2026
- Circle: Rajasthan Circle, Jaipur
- Posts: PA (PO), PA (CO/RO) and SA (RMS)
- Letter Number: REP-2-90Con/1/2026-RCRT&ESTT-RAJ-556088
- Promotion/appointment orders: on or before 12.08.2026
- Last date for refusal/unwillingness: 13.08.2026
- Joining date in promoted post: 17.08.2026 (Forenoon)
If you are preparing for the MTS to PA or Postman to PA departmental exam, this result gives you a very clear idea of the real cut-off trend. Read the full breakdown below.
What Is This Exam? (Simple Explanation)
India Post gives its own employees a chance to move up through departmental promotion exams. This is one of the biggest career jumps inside the department.
The promotion ladder usually looks like this:
- GDS to MTS — Gramin Dak Sevak to Multi Tasking Staff
- GDS to Postman / Mail Guard
- MTS to PA / SA — Multi Tasking Staff to Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant
- Postman to PA / SA — Postman to Postal Assistant
This particular result is for the last two — MTS to PA and Postman to PA — held through LDCE.
Who Appeared in This Exam?
Looking at the result, the selected candidates came from these existing posts:
- Postman
- Mail Guard (MG)
- Mail Overseer (MO)
- MTS (Multi Tasking Staff)
So if you are currently working as an MTS, Postman, Mail Guard or Mail Overseer, this exam is your direct route to the PA/SA cadre.
Category A and Category B — What Is the Difference?
The result was released in two annexures. This confuses a lot of candidates, so let’s keep it simple.
| Annexure | Category | Who Comes Here |
|---|---|---|
| Annexure-A | Category A | Candidates competing on the general LDCE quota |
| Annexure-B | Category B | Candidates whose eligibility is counted from their date of entry in GDS |
Important point from the official letter: a single merit list of successful candidates of Category “A” and “B” has been prepared, as per Directorate letter No. X-12/6/2021-SPN-II dated 31.12.2021.
Roughly 67 candidates in total have been selected — around 60 slots in Category A and 7 in Category B.
Marks Trend — The Part Everyone Wants to Know
This is the most useful part for anyone doing MTS to PA exam preparation or Postman to PA preparation.
Paper-I (Written Exam):
- Highest marks in Category A: around 83
- Highest marks in Category B: around 87
- Most UR selections came in the 69 to 83 range
- SC category selections went down to the 34 to 66 range
- ST and PH (OH) selections had their own separate cut-offs
Paper-II (DEST / Typing Test):
- Maximum marks: 25
- A very large number of selected candidates scored 24 to 25
- A few candidates cleared with 17 to 22
What This Tells You
- Typing is not optional. Almost every top-ranked candidate scored close to full marks in DEST. If your typing speed is weak, you will lose your rank even with good Paper-I marks.
- Aim for 75+ in Paper-I if you are in the UR category.
- Reserved category candidates still need a solid score — do not depend only on the category relaxation.
Allotted Divisions in Rajasthan Circle
Selected candidates have been allotted to divisions across the circle. From the result, these divisions appear:
- Beawar
- Udaipur
- Dungarpur
- Bikaner
- Jhalawar
- Pali
- Barmer
- Chittorgarh
- Rajsamand
- Sirohi
- Jaisalmer
- Tonk
- CO/RO (Circle Office / Regional Office)
- RMS J Division
- RMS ST Division
Note carefully: the letter clearly says that requests for re-allotment will not be entertained in any circumstances. So candidates should plan accordingly before accepting the promotion.
Allotment has been done as per Directorate letter No. W-04/8/2022-SPN-I dated 26.10.2023, and it is subject to change if any discrepancy is found later.
Important Dates You Must Not Miss
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Written Exam (Paper-I) | 28.06.2026 |
| Final Answer Key | 03.08.2026 |
| Division-wise vacancy notification | 03.08.2026 |
| DEST (Typing Test) | 09.08.2026 |
| Result Declaration | 10.08.2026 |
| Issue of promotion/appointment orders | On or before 12.08.2026 |
| Submission of unwillingness/refusal | 13.08.2026 |
| Joining in promoted post | 17.08.2026 (F/N) |
Training will start at the same time, from the date of joining in the PA/SA cadre. For any query on the training programme, candidates have been asked to contact the Staff Section, Circle Office, Jaipur.
Conditions Attached to This Result (Read Carefully)
The official letter mentions a few conditions that every selected candidate should know:
- The result is subject to fulfilment of eligibility criteria as decided by the concerned Divisional Head.
- Candidates with a pending vigilance or disciplinary case, or those undergoing punishment, should not be promoted. Such cases will be referred back to the Circle Office.
- If any mistake is found in a candidate’s details (name, roll number, category, post, date of birth, date of appointment), it must be reported to the office for correction.
- If a selected candidate is later found ineligible, the name will be removed from the list of successful candidates.
- One result has been kept in a sealed cover.
- Divisional Heads must submit the unconditional refusal of any candidate by 13.08.2026.
How to Check Your Result
- Visit the official India Post website — www.indiapost.gov.in
- Go to the Notices / Circulars / Recruitment section
- Look for the Rajasthan Circle LDCE PA/SA Result 2026 PDF
- Open Annexure-A (Category A) or Annexure-B (Category B)
- Search your Roll Number using Ctrl + F
- Also check your office notice board — Divisional Heads have been directed to display the result
What Should You Do If You Missed It This Time?
Do not stop. The next cycle is already coming. Here is a simple plan.
1. Understand the Exam Pattern
- Paper-I: objective type, covering General Knowledge, Mathematics, Reasoning, English and Postal/Departmental Rules
- Paper-II: DEST — data entry and typing skill test (25 marks)
2. Solve Previous Year Papers
Nothing works better than MTS to PA previous year question papers and Postman to PA previous year question papers. The pattern repeats far more than people expect. Collect at least 5 years of papers.
3. Focus on Postal Rules
This is where most candidates lose marks. Departmental questions on Postal Manual, Volume rules, savings schemes and IPPB come regularly.
4. Practise Typing Daily
Just 30 minutes a day. Target at least 35 WPM with high accuracy. The result above proves DEST decides ranks.
5. Take Regular Mock Tests
Weekly MTS to PA mock tests and Postman to PA mock tests will show you exactly where you are losing marks.
6. Join Structured Online Classes
If self-study is not working, India Post departmental exam coaching with live and recorded classes can save you months of confusion. Look for a course that includes complete syllabus coverage, a question bank, practice sets and doubt-clearing support.
Also Preparing for GDS to MTS?
If you are a GDS employee, your first step is the GDS to MTS Departmental Exam. Many of the candidates selected in this PA/SA result started exactly there.
Things you should keep ready:
- GDS to MTS Syllabus PDF
- GDS to MTS Previous Year Question Papers PDF
- GDS to MTS Mock Test series
- GDS to MTS Notification updates for your circle
- GDS to MTS Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process
The same preparation base also helps in GDS to Postman / Mail Guard exams.
Whether you are in Rajasthan Circle, Punjab Circle, Haryana Circle, Delhi Circle, Uttar Pradesh Circle, Bihar Circle, Madhya Pradesh Circle, Maharashtra Circle, Gujarat Circle, Tamil Nadu Circle, Karnataka Circle, Kerala Circle, Odisha Circle, Assam Circle or West Bengal Circle — the exam pattern is broadly the same. Only the vacancy count and cut-off change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When was the Rajasthan Circle PA/SA LDCE 2026 result declared? The result was declared on 10.08.2026 by the Office of the Chief Postmaster General, Rajasthan Circle, Jaipur.
Q2. When is the last date to join the promoted post? Selected candidates must join by 17.08.2026 (Forenoon).
Q3. Can I request a change of allotted division? No. The official letter states that re-allotment requests will not be entertained in any circumstances.
Q4. What if I do not want the promotion? You must submit an unconditional unwillingness/refusal through your Division by 13.08.2026.
Q5. What is the maximum mark in DEST? DEST (Paper-II) carries 25 marks.
Q6. What was the approximate top score? Around 83 marks in Category A and 87 marks in Category B in Paper-I.
Q7. Where can I get study material for the next exam? Start with previous year question papers, the official syllabus, postal manual notes and a regular mock test series.
Final Word
This result is a reminder that departmental promotion is completely achievable. Real people working as MTS, Postman, Mail Overseer and Mail Guard cleared it — many of them while doing full duty hours.
If they can do it, so can you. Start today, stay consistent, and treat the previous year papers as your best friend.
Congratulations to all selected candidates. And to those still preparing — your turn is next.