Where should I enter an India Post article number?

Use the tracking box at the top of this page. Copy the number from the booking receipt or dispatch message, check every character, and then select Track Now.

What does a typical tracking number look like?

Many India Post articles use 13 characters: two letters, nine digits and a country suffix such as IN. The exact prefix depends on the booked service.

Why does the status say Item Bagged?

The article has been sorted into a dispatch bag with other mail for movement to the next processing or delivery location. It does not mean the item has been delivered.

Why has my tracking page not changed?

New information appears only after another postal scan. Long journeys, weekends, holidays, network delays or missed scans can create a gap between updates.

Are the delivery times on this page guaranteed?

No. They are general planning ranges. Origin, destination, service level, holidays, weather and operational conditions can change the actual delivery time.

How can I identify the correct official postal app?

Check the publisher and listing details before installation. Avoid apps or advertisements that request unnecessary permissions, payments or personal information.

What is OTP-supported delivery?

For an eligible article, the recipient may be asked to provide a one-time code before handover. Availability and charges should be confirmed at the time of booking.

Can registered letters be tracked?

A registered article can be tracked when a valid article number was issued. Enter the complete number exactly as it appears on the receipt.

Can the same EMS number work outside India?

International postal partners commonly continue using the same postal identifier. The destination operator may show additional scans after the item enters its network.

What should I do when an item is being returned?

Review the latest remark and contact the delivery or booking office promptly. Keep the receipt and verify the address, recipient availability and any collection instructions.

India Post Tracking | 2026 Guide

Track India Post parcel and Speed Post consignment online

Consignment / Tracking Number

Delivery progress

Full tracking history

Your tracking number decoded

2026 Update: OTP-based secure delivery now available on all Speed Post and Express Parcel services (₹5 + GST). The new 24 Speed Post (guaranteed next-day delivery between metro cities) launched March 2026.

Mar 2026

New time-bound Speed Post options

Selected metro routes now offer defined next-day and two-day delivery options. Check current eligibility before booking.

Oct 2025

Updated pricing and secure delivery

India Post revised selected postal charges and introduced optional OTP-supported delivery for eligible articles. Confirm the latest rate at booking.

Oct 2025

Dak Sewa digital services

The Department of Posts offers mobile tools for tracking, service discovery and complaint support. Use only verified official app listings.

Jan 2026

International tracked packet coverage

International service availability, accepted weight and delivery coverage vary by destination. Verify the current route before posting.

India Post Number Formats

Identify the service behind your article number

Code	Service	Example	Speed

Understand Your Tracking Number

A simple guide to the standard postal identifier

India Post tracking number format explained: 2 letters, 9 digits, IN

How a postal article number is structured

EEService

123456789Unique Serial

INCountry

2-letter prefix

The opening letters help identify the postal product. Common examples include E-series express items and R-series registered articles.

9-digit serial

The middle digits distinguish the article within the postal tracking system. Enter every digit exactly as printed.

2-letter suffix

The final letters are a country identifier. India-origin international-format numbers commonly end in IN.

Common typo alert: O vs 0, I vs 1, B vs 8. Double-check your receipt if tracking fails.

Ways to Check an India Post Consignment

Choose the method that suits your shipment

Start with the tracking box

Enter the article number exactly as printed. The tool validates the format and directs you to the latest available tracking route.

Use the official Track & Trace service

Open the official India Post website and choose Track & Trace. A security check may be required before results appear.

Try the official SMS option

Where the SMS service is available, send POST TRACK followed by the article number. Operator charges and availability may vary.

POST TRACK EE123456789IN → Send to 166

Use an official Department of Posts app

Confirm the publisher is the Department of Posts before installing any postal-service application.

Contact the booking or delivery office

Toll-free: 1800-266-6868 (Mon–Sat, 9 AM–6 PM). Or visit nearest post office with receipt and ID.

What Each Tracking Status Means

Read scan events without guessing

India Post parcel delivery status meanings

Estimated Delivery Windows by Service

Indicative timings only; route, destination and operational conditions can affect delivery

Service	Local / Metro	State Capital	Remote Area	International

New March 2026: The premium 24 Speed Post guarantees next-day delivery between Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata and Hyderabad. Full postage refund if missed. Sunday delivery included.

Official Help and Contact Options

India Post Tracking Questions

Clear answers for common tracking problems

India Post Tracking Guide: Speed Post and Parcel Updates

India Post Tracking is your free, instant tool to track any consignment sent through India Post — the world’s largest postal network with over 1.55 lakh post offices. Whether you need Speed Post tracking, EMS international tracking, registered post tracking, or parcel tracking, simply enter your 13-digit India Post tracking number to get real-time status updates.

What is India Post Speed Post Tracking?

Speed Post tracking lets you monitor your consignment in real time. Speed Post is India Post’s flagship express domestic service, launched in August 1986, delivering across all 19,000+ pin codes in India. As of October 2025, Speed Post introduced OTP-based secure delivery and revised tariff starting at ₹19. The 24 Speed Post service (March 2026) guarantees next-day delivery between 6 major metro cities with a full money-back guarantee.

24 Speed Post next-day delivery between metro cities

India Post Tracking Number Format

Every India Post tracking number follows the same 13-character structure: 2 letters + 9 digits + IN. Common mistakes include confusing O with 0, I with 1, and B with 8 — always double-check your receipt if tracking fails.

How to Track Speed Post by Number

Online: Enter the article number above to validate its format and open the appropriate tracking route.
SMS: Send POST TRACK EE123456789IN to 166 or 51969
Official site: Use India Post Track & Trace for the authoritative scan record.
Dak Sewa App 2.0: Official app by Department of Posts (replaces Postinfo, late 2025)
Support: Confirm current phone numbers and service hours on the official India Post contact page before calling.

India Post EMS International Tracking

India Post EMS tracking covers express international shipments starting with EM or EA. As of January 2026, ITPS expanded to 50 additional countries, with weight limit to USA increased to 5 kg. After arrival, use the same number on the destination country’s postal website.

Dak Sewa App 2.0 — New Official India Post App (2025)

The Postinfo app has been officially discontinued and replaced by Dak Sewa 2.0 (late 2025). Available on Android and iOS — supports parcel tracking, complaint registration, postage calculation, insurance payments, and post office search by pin code.

India Post Tracking: current 2026 guidance

For the most reliable result, compare any third-party explanation with the official India Post Track & Trace record. Postal tracking is scan-based, so it shows processing events rather than a live GPS location.

Verify letters and digits on the booking receipt.
Allow a reasonable interval between processing scans.
Keep the receipt until the article is delivered.

Last verified: 15 October 2026. Confirm live tracking, prices and service availability on the official India Post website.