How to Prepare for Postal Departmental Exams (LDCE 2026 Guide)

The Postal Departmental Exams (LDCE) are among the most important career opportunities for GDS, MTS, Postman, Mail Guard, PA and SA employees…

What Is LDCE?

LDCE (Limited Departmental Competitive Examination) enables internal promotion…

LDCE 2026 Expected Schedule

Exam calendar expected between Dec 2025 – Jan 2026…

LDCE 2026 Exam Pattern

• Paper 1 – MCQs
• Paper 2 – Descriptive / Skill Test
• Departmental Knowledge

LDCE 2026 Syllabus

• Postal Manuals
• PO Guide Part 1 & 2
• SB Orders
• Computer and IT systems
• General awareness

Best Strategy to Prepare for LDCE 2026

1. Understand Syllabus & Previous Papers

Identify repeated topics…

2. Make a 3-Month Study Plan

Daily schedule and weekly revision plan…

3. Focus on High-Weightage Rule Books

PO Guide, SB Orders, Manuals…

4. Make a Revision Notebook

Write only essential points…

5. Attempt Mock Tests

Boost accuracy and speed…

6. Strengthen Computer Knowledge

Finacle, CSI, SAP…

7. Read Latest DOP Circulars

Technology updates and rule changes…

8. Final 7-Day Revision Plan

Complete revision plan…

Recommended Books

• Postal Manual Vol. 6
• PO Guide Part 1 & 2
• SB Orders
• LDCE MCQ Books

FAQs

1. How long does preparation take? 2–3 months.

2. Most important books? PO Guide + SB Orders.

3. Is LDCE tough? With planning, it becomes easy.