The Postal Department has announced a major update. Starting September 1, 2025, registered post and speed post services will be merged.
This means all domestic registered posts will now be sent as speed post. This change will be implemented nationwide.
Why Is This Change Happening?
The main aim of this move is to simplify postal services, improve the tracking system, and provide better services to customers.
Currently, speed post focuses on fast delivery, while registered post is known for safe delivery. Since both offer similar services, they are being combined into one.
What Will Change After the Merger?
Registered post labels will be discontinued.
All domestic mail will now be processed through the speed post system.
Features like proof of delivery and receiver’s signature (earlier in registered post) will now be available as value-added services in speed post.
Speed post already has a better real-time tracking system, so customers will be able to track their parcels more efficiently.
New Speed Post Charges (Excluding Taxes)
For items up to 50 grams:
Local: ₹15
Up to 200 km: ₹35
201–1000 km: ₹35
1001–2000 km: ₹35
Over 2000 km: ₹35
For 51 to 200 grams:
Local: ₹25
Up to 200 km: ₹35
201–1000 km: ₹40
1001–2000 km: ₹60
Over 2000 km: ₹70
For 201 to 500 grams:
Local: ₹30
Up to 200 km: ₹50
201–1000 km: ₹60
1001–2000 km: ₹80
Over 2000 km: ₹90
For parcels over 500 grams: Additional charge for every 500 grams or part of it:
Local: ₹10 extra
Up to 200 km: ₹15 extra
201–1000 km: ₹30 extra
1001–2000 km: ₹40 extra
Over 2000 km: ₹50 extra
Speed Post Delivery Time
Local delivery: 1–2 days
Metro to metro: 1–3 days
Capital to capital: 1–4 days
Within the same state: 1–4 days
Rest of India: 4–5 days
(Delivery to branch offices may take 1 extra day)
Discounts for Walk-In Customers
For daily bookings of ₹2,000 to ₹1 lakh: 5% discount
For daily bookings above ₹1 lakh: 10% discount
(Applies to bookings from the same sender address)
Important Advice for Customers
If you were using registered post earlier, ask the post office about available facilities under speed post, especially if you require proof of delivery or other official acknowledgments.
