Speed Post Charges 2026: Complete India Post Rate Guide
Speed Post charges depend on two things: the weight of your article and the distance it travels. India Post revised its Speed Post tariffs effective 1 October 2025, and from 1 August 2026 documents and parcels are billed under clearly separated categories. All rates below exclude 18% GST, which is charged extra at the counter.
Speed Post Document Rates 2026 (Indicative)
Documents are items with no commercial value: letters, certificates, Aadhaar/PAN cards, passports, bank documents, cheque books and greeting cards.
| Weight | Local | Up to 200 km | 201–1,000 km | Above 2,000 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 50 g | ₹15 | ₹25 | ₹35 | ₹35 |
| 51–200 g | ₹25 | ₹40 | ₹40 | ₹60 |
| 201–500 g | ₹30 | ₹50 | ₹60 | ₹80 |
Rates are indicative for 2026 and exclude 18% GST. Tariffs are revised periodically — always confirm at the counter or on indiapost.gov.in before budgeting.
Speed Post Parcel Rates 2026 (Indicative)
Parcels are goods with commercial value: electronics, clothing, gifts and other merchandise. Parcel pricing follows the same weight-plus-distance logic at higher slabs — a 500 g parcel sent over 2,000 km typically costs around ₹90–₹100 before GST. Heavier parcels are charged per additional 500 g slab.
24 / 48 Speed Post: Premium Guaranteed Delivery
India Post’s premium service guarantees delivery within 24 or 48 hours between major metros, with a money-back guarantee if the deadline is missed. Indicative document pricing: up to 50 g costs about ₹38 local and ₹94 national; 251–500 g runs roughly ₹140–₹186 depending on distance. Parcel rates for the premium service start near ₹200 for 500 g. Sunday and holiday delivery and OTP-secured handover are included.
Discounts and Extra Fees
- Student concession: 10% off the Speed Post tariff for students.
- OTP-secured delivery: about ₹5 + GST per article.
- Registration: nominal fee of about ₹5 + GST.
- Insurance: Speed Post includes cover up to ₹1 lakh; declare higher values for valuable consignments.
Speed Post vs Private Couriers on Price
For a 500 g Delhi–Mumbai shipment, Speed Post typically costs ₹70–₹80 before GST, while private couriers charge roughly ₹150–₹200 for the same route — making India Post 50–60% cheaper, with the added advantage of reaching pin codes private networks don’t serve. India Post charges on actual weight, not volumetric weight, which favours dense, heavy items.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current Speed Post charges?
As of 2026, Speed Post documents start around ₹15 local (up to 50 g) plus 18% GST, rising with weight and distance. Parcels cost more per slab. Confirm live rates at your post office or on indiapost.gov.in.
Is GST included in Speed Post rates?
No. Published tariffs exclude 18% GST, which is added at the counter.
What is the 24 Speed Post service?
A premium India Post service guaranteeing 24-hour delivery between major metros with a money-back guarantee, Sunday delivery and OTP-secured handover.
Are Speed Post charges cheaper than private couriers?
Usually yes — often 40–60% cheaper on comparable routes, especially to smaller towns and rural pin codes.
Last verified: 16 October 2026. Tariffs change periodically — verify current rates on indiapost.gov.in before booking.