The Department of Posts (DoP) has announced a major update to its Speed Post services, introducing revised tariffs and several new features designed to enhance customer convenience, security, and efficiency. The updated pricing will take effect from October 1, 2025.
New Features for Speed Post Users
To strengthen its position as India’s most reliable delivery service, Speed Post is rolling out a series of customer-friendly features. These include:
- OTP-based secure delivery
- Online booking system
- Real-time tracking and delivery updates
- SMS notifications for dispatch and delivery
- Online payment facilities
- Registration service for added delivery security
These upgrades are aimed at making Speed Post faster, safer, and more transparent.
Revised Speed Post Tariffs
The Ministry of Communications clarified that tariffs were last revised in 2012. Since then, operational costs have risen, and the service has also invested in new technologies. To sustain improvements, a rational revision has been introduced.
Updated tariff (effective October 1, 2025):
| Weight/Distance | Local | Up to 200 Km | 201–500 Km | 501–1000 Km | 1001–2000 Km | Above 2000 Km |
| Up to 50 grams | 19 | 47 | 47 | 47 | 47 | 47 |
| 51–250 grams | 24 | 59 | 63 | 68 | 72 | 77 |
| 251–500 grams | 28 | 70 | 75 | 82 | 86 | 93 |
For comparison, the older tariff (before Oct 1, 2025) for an item up to 50 grams ranged from Rs 15 to Rs 35 depending on distance.
Additional Services and Discounts
- Registration Service: Ensures that items are handed only to the addressee or an authorised person. Cost: Rs 5 per item plus GST.
- OTP-Based Delivery: An additional safeguard requiring OTP confirmation at delivery. Cost: Rs 5 per item plus GST.
- Discounts: A 10% concession will be provided to students, while new bulk customers can avail a 5% discount.
Merger of Registered Post with Speed Post
As part of service restructuring, the Department of Posts has merged Registered Post into Speed Post for all domestic mail transactions, effective September 1, 2025. This move is expected to simplify mailing services and offer a single-window delivery solution for customers.
