Speed ​​Post Charge: Sending speed post will become more expensive from October 1st! The postal department has revised the charges..

The Department of Posts (DoP) has revised the charges for Speed ​​Post (documents). While the charges have been reduced for some destinations, they have been increased for others. The Department has also introduced several new features, including OTP-based delivery, real-time tracking, and online booking. The Ministry of Communications stated that these revised charges will be effective from October 1, 2025.

The Department of Posts has introduced several new features to strengthen its position in the country. Its goal is to become the country's preferred delivery service. The Ministry stated that these new features are aimed at improving reliability, security, and customer convenience. Previously, the Department of Posts discontinued the Registered Post service, which has been merged with Speed ​​Post.

The new features include:

OTP-based secure delivery will be available.

Online payment will be available.

Delivery notifications will be sent via SMS.

Easy online booking services have been introduced.

Real-time delivery information will be available.

A registration facility has also been provided for users.

What will be the new charge?

Why was the charge increased?

The Ministry stated that Inland Speed ​​Post charges were last revised in October 2012. Speed ​​Post charges have now been rationally revised to maintain continuous improvements, meet rising operational expenses, and invest in innovation.

What is OTP-based delivery?
Under this service, goods will be delivered to the recipient only after the OTP (one-time password) shared with the delivery staff is successfully confirmed. This added-value service will cost ₹5 per Speed ​​Post item plus applicable GST.

These will receive discounts.
Students using Speed ​​Post will also receive discounts. The Ministry stated that students will receive a 10% discount on Speed ​​Post charges. New bulk customers will receive a special 5% discount.

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