West Bengal Postal Circle has released the provisional answer key for the LDCE/CE 2026 exam for promotion/recruitment to Postman, Mailguard and MTS held on 12.07.2026. Check Paper-I, Paper-II and Paper-III answer keys for Series A, B, C, D, learn how to raise objections via email, and find the last date (16.07.2026) to submit feedback.
WB Postal Circle Provisional Answer Key 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Office of the Chief Postmaster General, West Bengal Circle, Department of Posts, India |
| Exam Name | LDCE/CE for promotion/recruitment to the post of Postman/Mailguard/MTS from eligible MTSs/GDSs |
| Vacancy Year | 2026 (01.01.2026 to 31.12.2026) |
| Exam Date | 12.07.2026 (Sunday) |
| Notice Type | Provisional Answer Key with call for feedback/comments |
| File Number | Rectt./X-16/PM-MG & MTS/2026/AD(R) |
| Notice Dated | 13.07.2026, Kolkata |
| Papers Covered | Paper-I, Paper-II, Paper-III (each in four series: A, B, C, D) |
| Last Date for Feedback | 16.07.2026 |
| Official Websites | westbengalpost.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Original LDCE Notification issued | 01.06.2026 |
| Original CE Notification issued | 01.06.2026 |
| Addendum to LDCE Notification | 12.06.2026 |
| Date of Examination | 12.07.2026 (Sunday) |
| Provisional Answer Key Notice Issued | 13.07.2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Feedback/Objection on Answer Key | 16.07.2026 |
Note: The reference notification numbers, as mentioned in the official notice, are Rectt./X-16/LDCE/PM-MG/2026 dated 01.06.2026, Rectt./X-16/CE/PM-MG & MTS/2026 dated 01.06.2026, and the addendum dated 12.06.2026 issued under the same LDCE notification number.
What This Notice Covers
This is a provisional answer key release notice, not a fresh recruitment notification. The Department of Posts, West Bengal Circle has forwarded the provisional answer keys for:
- Paper-I (four series: A, B, C, D) – 50 questions
- Paper-II (four series: A, B, C, D) – 25 questions
- Paper-III (four series: A, B, C, D) – 30 questions
WB Postal Circle Paper-I Provisional Answer Key 2026
| Que. No. | Series A | Series B | Series C | Series D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | C | B | C |
| 2 | A | C | B | A |
| 3 | C | B | C | C |
| 4 | D | B | A | C |
| 5 | B | C | C | A |
| 6 | A | A | C | A |
| 7 | B | C | A | A |
| 8 | C | C | A | C |
| 9 | D | A | A | D |
| 10 | C | A | C | B |
| 11 | B | A | D | A |
| 12 | C | C | B | B |
| 13 | D | D | A | C |
| 14 | C | B | B | D |
| 15 | C | A | C | C |
| 16 | C | B | D | B |
| 17 | B | C | C | C |
| 18 | B | D | B | D |
| 19 | C | C | C | C |
| 20 | A | B | D | C |
Candidates Can Now Download their WB Postal Circle Provisional Answer Key 2026 Below the Link:
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Check the answer key against the specific series (A, B, C or D) that was allotted to you in the exam, as answers differ by series.
- Raise objections only through the official email answerkeyfeedback.wb@gmail.com, and not through post.
- Every objection must be supported with the rule/instruction number and its source, along with a scanned copy of that proof.
- Objections/feedback must reach the authority by 16.07.2026; late submissions will not be entertained.
- The provisional answer key is also mirrored on the departmental website by the General Manager, CEPT, Mysuru, and on the West Bengal Circle website by the ADPS(TO), O/o the CPMG, WB Circle.
Important Links
| Official Website | westbengalpost.gov.in |
| Direct Link | WB Postal Circle LDCE and CE Provisional Answer Key 2026 |
WB Postal Circle Provisional Answer Key 2026 – FAQs
Q1. Who released the WB Postal Circle LDCE/CE Provisional Answer Key 2026?
The Office of the Chief Postmaster General, West Bengal Circle, Department of Posts, India released it, vide notice No. Rectt./X-16/PM-MG & MTS/2026/AD(R) dated 13.07.2026.
Q2. For which posts is this answer key applicable?
It is applicable for the LDCE/CE held for promotion/recruitment to the cadre of Postman, Mailguard and MTS from eligible MTSs/GDSs, for vacancy year 2026.
Q3. When was the exam held?
The examination was held on 12.07.2026 (Sunday).
Q4. How many papers and series are covered in the answer key?
Three papers are covered – Paper-I, Paper-II and Paper-III – each released in four series: A, B, C and D.
Q5. What is the last date to submit objections on the provisional answer key?
The last date is 16.07.2026.