UPSC LDCE Final Result 2026 has been declared by the Union Public Service Commission on its official website. The results cover two simultaneous Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations: the Combined Section Officers’ (Grade ‘B’) LDCE 2025 and the Combined Stenographers’ (Grade ‘B’/Grade-I) LDCE for select list years 2019, 2020, and 2021. Central government employees who appeared in these departmental promotion exams can now download their service-wise merit lists and verify selection status directly from upsc.gov.in. This article is based on the official result notice released by UPSC.
Result at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Section Officers’ (Grade ‘B’) LDCE 2025 & Combined Stenographers’ (Grade ‘B’/Grade-I) LDCE |
| Exam Stages | Written Examination + Service Record Evaluation |
| Written Exam Held | 13-14 December 2025 (SO Grade B); December 2025 (Stenographers) |
| Result Declared | 24 June 2026 (SO Grade B); 29 May 2026 (Stenographers) |
| Total Marks | 600 (Written: 500 + Service Record: 100) |
| Official Website | https://www.upsc.gov.in |
How to Download the UPSC LDCE Final Result 2026
- Visit upsc.gov.in on your browser.
- Navigate to the “What’s New” section on the homepage.
- Look for the notification titled “Final Result: Combined Section Officers’ (Grade ‘B’) LDCE-2025 and Combined Stenographers’ (Grade ‘B’-Grade-‘I’) LDCE-2019, 2020 & 2021”.
- Click the PDF link for the examination you appeared in.
- Open the PDF and use Ctrl+F (Windows) or Command+F (Mac) to search by your roll number or name.
- Save the PDF for future reference and document verification purposes.
The UPSC LDCE result PDFs are available as service-wise merit lists. Each PDF contains the final selected candidates organised by service category and community. The results reflect performance in both the written examination (500 marks) and service record evaluation (100 marks).
What Your Result Means – Next Steps
If you are on the selected list:
Congratulations on your selection for promotion to the Section Officer (Grade ‘B’) or Stenographer (Grade ‘B’/Grade-I) level. Your next step is to download your individual merit list PDF immediately and note your position and service allocation. After the declaration, detailed marks and category-wise cutoff scores will be published on upsc.gov.in within 15 days. Obtain a printed copy of the result for your records. You will receive further instructions from your parent department regarding document verification and formal appointment procedures.
If you are not on the selected list:
Your performance did not meet the cutoff marks required for this select list year. You may reappear in the next LDCE cycle for the same or different service categories if you remain eligible. Keep a copy of your mark sheet and response sheet (which will be available on the website) to understand the gap between your marks and the cutoff, and to prepare better for the next attempt. You may contact your department’s personnel section for clarification on eligibility for future LDCE examinations.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Downloaded the result PDF and the individual merit list extract
- Admit card for the LDCE examination
- Proof of identity (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport)
- Original educational certificates (degree, diploma, school certificates)
- Service record and employee ID
- Two passport-size photographs
- Category certificate (if applicable – SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- Any relevant service documents or NOCs from your current department
What Happens After This Result
After the result declaration, UPSC will publish detailed individual marks and category-wise cutoff information on its website within 15 days. Selected candidates will be required to undergo document verification by their respective parent departments. The final selection remains subject to the Department of Personnel and Training’s reservation guidelines and any pending court proceedings, including matters related to the Jarnail Singh case. Your parent department will issue appointment letters and joining instructions once all formalities are completed.
Cutoff Marks – UPSC LDCE 2026
Category-wise and service-wise cutoff marks for both the Section Officers’ (Grade ‘B’) LDCE 2025 and Stenographers’ (Grade ‘B’/Grade-I) LDCE will be uploaded on upsc.gov.in within 15 days after the final result declaration. Check the official website regularly for these cutoff scores, which will help you understand the selection criteria and prepare for future attempts if required.
Examination Details: UPSC LDCE 2025
The Combined Section Officers’ (Grade ‘B’) LDCE 2025 was conducted on 13 and 14 December 2025 across multiple cities: Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Nagpur, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, and Gurugram. The examination covered five service categories: Central Secretariat Service (CSS) Grade, Indian Foreign Service Branch ‘B’ (IFS-B) Grade, Railway Board Secretariat Service (RBSS) Grade, Intelligence Bureau Grade, and Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service Grade. Selection was based on a two-part evaluation: written examination (500 marks) and service record assessment (100 marks).
Services Covered Under UPSC LDCE 2026
Combined Section Officers’ (Grade ‘B’) LDCE 2025:
- Central Secretariat Service (CSS) – Category I
- Indian Foreign Service Branch ‘B’ (IFS-B) – Category II
- Railway Board Secretariat Service (RBSS) – Category III
- Intelligence Bureau – Category VIII
- Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service – Category X
Combined Stenographers’ (Grade ‘B’/Grade-I) LDCE 2019, 2020, 2021:
- Central Secretariat Stenographers’ Service
- Indian Foreign Service (Branch ‘B’)
- Armed Forces Headquarters Stenographers’ Service
- Railway Board Secretariat Stenographers’ Service
- Employees’ State Insurance Corporation
Selection and Reservation Policy
UPSC has clarified that final selection and category-wise allocation of candidates will be determined in accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training’s reservation guidelines (O.M. No. 36012/2016/2019-Estt (Res.) dated 12.04.2022). The outcome remains subject to decisions in ongoing court proceedings, particularly the Jarnail Singh case pending before the Supreme Court. Candidates whose results have been withheld will be notified separately by the Commission.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Official UPSC Website | Visit Website |
| Stenographers LDCE 2019 Final Result PDF | Download Result |
| Section Officers Grade B LDCE 2025 Final Result PDF | Download Result |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When will detailed marks and cutoff scores be released for UPSC LDCE Final Result 2026?
Ans. Detailed individual marks, category-wise cutoff scores, and related information will be uploaded on upsc.gov.in within 15 days after the declaration of final results. Check the official website regularly for these details.
Q2. I am on the selected list. What do I do now?
Ans. Download your merit list PDF immediately from upsc.gov.in and save it. Wait for further instructions from your parent department regarding document verification and appointment procedures. Ensure all your documents are in order and ready for submission.
Q3. My name is not on the selected list. Can I appear in the next LDCE?
Ans. Yes, if you remain eligible. You may re-appear in the next LDCE cycle for the same or different service categories. Keep your mark sheet and response sheet to review your performance and understand the cutoff gap. Contact your department’s personnel section for eligibility details.
Q4. What is the difference between written examination marks and service record evaluation?
Ans. The LDCE evaluation is divided into two components: Part 1 is a written examination conducted by UPSC worth 500 marks, and Part 2 is an evaluation of your service record (experience, performance rating, seniority) worth 100 marks. The final merit list is based on your combined score out of 600 marks.
Q5. Are the results subject to any court proceedings or pending cases?
Ans. Yes. UPSC has stated that the final selection remains subject to decisions in ongoing court proceedings, particularly the Jarnail Singh case pending before the Supreme Court. Final category-wise allocation will follow the Department of Personnel and Training’s guidelines and any final court orders.
Q6. If my result has been withheld, what should I do?
Ans. Candidates whose results have been withheld will be notified separately by UPSC. Contact the Commission’s office directly through upsc.gov.in for specific information regarding your case and expected timeline for result declaration.
Q7. How many candidates were finally selected in each service under LDCE 2026?
Ans. The selection numbers vary by service and category. For example, under the Combined Stenographers’ LDCE 2019, the Armed Forces Headquarters Stenographers’ Service recommended 16 candidates, while the Central Secretariat Stenographers’ Service recommended 4 candidates. Check your service-specific merit list PDF for exact selection counts.
Q8. Will there be another round of LDCE after this result?
Ans. UPSC conducts LDCE examinations periodically for departmental promotion. The next LDCE notification will be published on the official website with details on exam dates, services covered, and application timelines. You may subscribe to our free job alert service to receive immediate notification of the next LDCE cycle.
How to Proceed
Download your result PDF from upsc.gov.in immediately using your roll number or name search. If selected, note the next steps from your parent department and begin document verification preparation; if not selected, keep your mark sheet and response sheet for reference in the next LDCE cycle and reach out to your department’s personnel section about eligibility for future attempts. Stay updated with our free job alert service to receive notifications about upcoming LDCE examinations and other departmental promotion opportunities.
