LDCE IP Examination 2026 - Question Paper I, II & III

LDCE Inspector Posts Exam 2026 – Papers I, II & III

The Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) for promotion to the cadre of Inspector Posts (IP) was held on 26–27 September 2026 by the Department of Posts.

This exam followed the revised three‑paper format introduced in August 2025, replacing the earlier four‑paper system. The total marks across all papers are 600.

📅 Examination Schedule

Date	Paper	Timing	Marks
26 Sept 2026	Paper‑I	11:00 AM – 1:30 PM	250
26 Sept 2026	Paper‑II	3:00 PM – 4:00 PM	50
27 Sept 2026	Paper‑III	10:00 AM – 1:00 PM	300

 

📘 Paper Structure

Paper‑I (250 Marks)

• 125 Multiple Choice Questions
• 2 marks each
• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Paper‑II (50 Marks)

• Descriptive / Written format

Components:

• Noting – 15 marks
• Drafting – 15 marks
• Drafting of Major Penalty Charge Sheet – 20 marks
• Duration: 1 hour

Paper‑III (300 Marks)

• 150 Multiple Choice Questions
• 2 marks each
• Duration: 3 hours

🔑 Key Highlights

• The three‑paper system was adopted in 2026, streamlining the exam pattern.
• Combined maximum score: 600 marks.
• Conducted nationwide under the Department of Posts’ official notification.

👉 Download LDCE IP 2026 Question Papers (Paper‑I, Paper‑II & Paper‑III)

Download LDCE IP Exam 2026 - Paper I

Download LDCE IP Exam 2026 - Paper II

Download LDCE IP Exam 2026 - Paper III