Rule 38 Provisional Allotment 2026 Released: Employees Must Submit Acceptance or Decline Within 72 Hours
The Department of Posts has announced the commencement of the Rule 38 Provisional Allotment Process from 23 June 2026 at 00:00 Hrs. Employees who have applied under Rule 38 are advised to regularly monitor their allotment status and take timely action on the portal.
Provisional Allotment Starts on 23 June 2026
As per the notification, the provisional allotment results will be made available from 00:00 Hrs on 23 June 2026. Employees can view their allotment details through the designated Rule 38 allotment portal.
Acceptance or Decline is Mandatory
All employees who receive a provisional allotment must log in to their respective allotment page and update their status by selecting either:
- Accept
- Decline
Failure to submit the response within the stipulated time may affect further processing of the allotment.
72-Hour Window Available
The provisional allotment page will remain active for 72 hours from 23 June 2026 (00:00 Hrs). Employees are therefore advised not to wait until the last moment and should complete the acceptance or decline process well before the deadline.
Important Advice for Employees
- Check the Rule 38 portal immediately after the allotment is released.
- Carefully review the allotted division/unit before submitting your response.
- Ensure that the acceptance or decline option is updated within the prescribed period.
- Keep a screenshot or record of the submitted response for future reference.
Conclusion
The Rule 38 transfer process is an important opportunity for employees seeking transfer to their preferred units. Timely action during the provisional allotment stage is crucial. All concerned employees are advised to check their allotment status from 23 June 2026 and submit their acceptance or decline within the 72-hour response window to avoid any inconvenience.
Note: The provisional allotment page will be available only for 72 hours from 23.06.2026 (00:00 Hrs).