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Good News for MTS Employees of UP Circle
The Office of the Chief Postmaster General, U.P. Circle, Lucknow has declared the result of the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) for promotion from MTS to Postman/Mail Guard for the vacancy year 2026.
If you appeared in this India Post Departmental Exam, here is everything you need to know in simple words.
Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Posts, India |
| Circle | Uttar Pradesh Circle, Lucknow |
| Exam Name | LDCE for MTS to Postman/Mail Guard |
| Vacancy Year | 2026 (01.01.2026 to 31.12.2026) |
| Written Exam Date | 12 July 2026 (Sunday) |
| DEST (Data Entry Skill Test) | 03 and 04 October 2026 |
| Result Date | 20 October 2026 |
| Memo No. | ADR(Con)/M-77/LDCE-CE/PM-MG-MTS/DE/2026 |
| Notification Reference | F. No. Rectt./M-77/MTS to PM-MG/DE/2026 dated 01.06.2026 (addendum dated 22.06.2026) |
| Official Website | www.indiapost.gov.in |
What Is Included in the Result PDF?
- Annexure A and B: Division-wise allotment list of qualified MTS candidates
- Annexure C: Details of filled and unfilled vacancies
- Proforma: Acceptance/declination form for selected candidates
The list includes roll number, name, date of birth, parent division, category, Paper-I, II, III marks, DEST marks and the allotted division.
Vacancy Details at a Glance
Postman Cadre
- Total vacancies: 1043
- Vacancies filled: 665
- Vacancies left unfilled: 378
Most unfilled posts are in reserved categories: SC (207), ST (65), UR (106) and the rest in PwD/other categories.
Mail Guard Cadre
- Total vacancies: 8
- Filled: 7
- Unfilled: 1 (ST)
How Were Divisions Allotted?
- Divisions were given on merit, based on the total marks of Paper-I and Paper-II.
- Availability of vacancies in each division was also considered.
- In case of equal marks, rank was decided as per Directorate letter No. 04-08/2019-SPN-I dated 11.12.2020.
- Some candidates have the remark “No vacancy left in the preferred division” because higher merit candidates had already taken those seats.
Important Points Every Selected Candidate Should Know
- Join within 7 days: If you do not join the promotional post within seven days, it will be treated as refused.
- On leave? You can join after your approved leave ends, but you must give your acceptance in writing.
- Do not want the promotion? Submit the declination form to your Divisional Head.
- One-year rule: Candidates who earlier qualified an LDCE but refused promotion will not be promoted until one year has passed from the date of refusal.
- SC/ST candidates: Promotion is provisional until caste status is verified, which should be done within one month.
- Provisional candidates: Their results are hidden/darkened in the list and will be shared only after clearance.
- No revaluation: Requests for revaluation will not be accepted.
- RTI: Marks of provisional candidates will be shared under RTI only after their candidature is cleared.
- Pending cases: Candidates facing disciplinary or criminal proceedings will be handled as per Directorate’s specific instructions before the result is declared at division level.
- Eligibility check: If any candidate is later found ineligible, their name will be removed from the list.
Final Answer Keys
The final answer keys for Paper-I, Paper-II and Paper-III have already been uploaded on indiapost.gov.in. You can match your answers and understand your score.
How to Check Your Name in the List
- Visit www.indiapost.gov.in
- Go to the Recruitment/Results section
- Open the UP Circle MTS to Postman/Mail Guard Result 2026 PDF
- Press Ctrl+F and search your roll number or name
- Note your allotted division and contact your Divisional Office
What Should You Do Next?
- Selected? Collect your offer letter from your division, fill the acceptance proforma and get ready to join on time.
- Not selected this time? Don’t lose hope. Start preparing early for the next India Post Promotion Exam.
If you are planning your next step in the department, these exams are worth targeting:
- Postman to PA Departmental Exam – the next growth step after becoming Postman
- MTS to PA Departmental Exam – for MTS staff aiming directly for Postal Assistant
- GDS to MTS and GDS to Postman exams – for GDS colleagues in your office
Regular practice with India Post Previous Year Question Papers, India Post Mock Tests and good India Post Study Material makes a big difference. Joining structured India Post Online Classes can also help you cover the syllabus on time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When was the UP Circle MTS to Postman result 2026 declared?
The result was declared on 20 October 2026.
Q2. When was the written exam held?
On 12 July 2026, followed by DEST on 3 and 4 October 2026.
Q3. How many Postman vacancies were filled?
665 out of 1043 Postman vacancies were filled.
Q4. Can I apply for revaluation?
No. Revaluation requests will not be entertained.
Q5. What happens if I don’t join within 7 days?
Your promotion will be treated as refused, unless you are on approved leave and have accepted in writing.
Q6. Where can I download the result PDF?
From the official India Post website, www.indiapost.gov.in.