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India Post Track Courier
Couriers
India Post track courier lets you follow parcels sent via Speed Post, Express Parcel, and Registered Post with a tracking code. Check updates on the India Post website, by SMS, in the Postinfo app, or on Ship24.
What counts as a “courier” with India Post?
Couriers are time-sensitive letters or parcels accepted under trackable services. Quick view:
| Service | Use case | Trackable | Typical code | Scope |
| Speed Post (EMS) | Urgent letters & parcels | Yes | EE123456789IN / EM123456789IN | Domestic & international |
| Express Parcel | Parcels with faster transit | Yes | CP123456789IN | Domestic |
| Registered Post | Documents with proof of delivery | Yes | RX123456789IN | Domestic & cross-border |
How to track an India Post courier
- Website: Open “Track & Trace” on indiapost.gov.in and enter your code.
- SMS: Send
POST TRACK <code>to 166 or 51969 (keep “POST TRACK” in uppercase). Example:POST TRACK EE123456789IN. - App: Postinfo → “Article Tracking”.
- Ship24: Enter the same code to keep following hand-offs to partner carriers.
New shipments may appear only after the first scan. For full step-by-step methods, see our guide: India Post Tracking.
Sending a courier with India Post
- Pick a service: Speed Post (fastest), Express Parcel (parcels), or Registered Post (signature).
- Check size & weight: Use a sturdy box or envelope and close all openings with tape.
- Address clearly: Name, phone, house/flat, street, locality, PIN code; add a return address.
- Book the item: Visit a post office or request pickup where available; pay postage and keep the receipt.
- Save the tracking code: It appears on the receipt/label and in booking SMS/email.
Courier delivery time (domestic)
| Route | Typical time |
| Local (within city/metro) | 1–2 days |
| Metro to metro | 1–3 days |
| State capital ↔ state capital / same state | 1–4 days |
| Rest of country | 4–5 days |
International EMS from OE cities (Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Kochi) often arrives in about 2–9 days; customs may add time.
Status messages you may see
Examples include “Item Booked”, “Item Received”, “Item Bagged”, “Dispatched to BO”, “Out for Delivery”, “Item Delivery Confirmed”, and for cross-border items, “Send receptacle abroad (OTB)” or “Received receptacle from abroad”.
If your courier is delayed, lost, or damaged
- Recheck after 24 hours; long legs (air, customs) can pause updates.
- Compare the code with the receipt; fix typos (O/0, I/1, B/8) and remove spaces.
- Contact customer care (1800 266 6868) or open a case: Complaint Tracking.
Quick examples
- Speed Post:
EE932616828IN - Express Parcel:
CP162610693IN - Registered Post:
RX911239572IN
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I track my India Post courier?
Use “Track & Trace” on the India Post site, send an SMS POST TRACK <code> to 166/51969, open Postinfo → “Article Tracking”, or enter the code on Ship24.
Which services are treated as couriers?
Speed Post, Express Parcel, and Registered Post are commonly tracked courier options. All provide a code printed on the receipt or label.
How long do India Post couriers take?
Domestic transit typically ranges from 1–5 days depending on route and service. International EMS from OE cities is often 2–9 days; customs may add time.
Why is my courier tracking not updating?
Scans can post late during air transit, inter-hub moves, or customs. Recheck after 24 hours. If nothing changes for several days, contact support or open a case.
What if the item is lost or damaged?
Contact customer care with the code and file a complaint online. Keep the receipt and any photos of the packaging; compensation depends on the service terms.
Can Ship24 track after hand-off abroad?
Yes. Use the same code to follow updates from partner postal services and couriers in the destination country.
