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India Post Tracking Number
Couriers
An India Post tracking number is a 13–18 character code assigned to a shipment. Enter this code on the India Post site, by SMS, in the Postinfo app, or on Ship24 to check delivery progress.
Tracking number formats at a glance
| Service | Format | Example | Notes |
| Speed Post (EMS, domestic) | 2 letters + 9 digits + IN | EE123456789IN | Letters may vary (EE/EX/etc.). |
| EMS (international outbound) | 2 letters + 9 digits + IN | EM123456789IN | Used for express export items. |
| Registered Mail | 2 letters + 9 digits + IN | RX123456789IN | RA/RX/RP are common starters. |
| Express Parcel / Parcels | 2 letters + 9 digits + IN | CP123456789IN | Used for parcel services. |
| Inbound international (to India) | 2 letters + 9 digits + origin country code | EE123456789GB | The last two letters show origin (e.g., GB/US/FR). |
| Domestic packet (often “LP”) | 2 letters + 9 digits + IN | LP700125945IN | Shown on some packet labels. |
| Electronic Money Order (eMO) | 18 digits | 999999999999999999 | Numbers only. |
What the code does
Each scan at a post office, sorting hub, airline handover, customs, or delivery unit creates a status update tied to your code. Typical messages include “Item Booked”, “Item Received”, “Dispatched to BO”, “Out for Delivery”, and “Item Delivery Confirmed”.
Where to find your India Post tracking number
- Receipt or label: Printed near “Consignment No.” or “Tracking No.”
- Email/SMS: Sent after booking or by the sender/marketplace.
- Order page: Marketplaces often show the code in your order details.
- Still missing? Ask the sender or your post office for the reference.
How to use your number to track
- Website: Enter the code under “Track & Trace” on indiapost.gov.in.
- SMS: Send
POST TRACK <code>to 166 or 51969 (use uppercase “POST TRACK”). - App: Open the Postinfo app → “Article Tracking”.
- Ship24: Enter the same code to keep following hand-offs across carriers.
Need full step-by-step tracking methods? See our guide: India Post Tracking.
Troubleshooting
“Invalid” or “number not found”
- Compare the code with your receipt—watch for typos (O/0, I/1, B/8).
- Remove spaces or extra characters; enter letters exactly as printed.
- New shipments may appear only after the first scan; check again after 24 hours.
- Still no result? Confirm the code with the sender or your post office.
No recent updates
- Long legs (air transit, customs) may pause scans for 24–72 hours.
- For overseas items, check after the parcel reaches the destination country.
- If nothing changes for several days, contact India Post or file a complaint: Complaint Tracking.
Quick examples
- Speed Post (domestic):
EE932616828IN - EMS (international):
EM015187942IN - Registered Mail:
RX911239572IN - Express Parcel:
CP162610693IN - Inbound to India:
EE984781652XX(XX = origin code) - eMO:
999999999999999999
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What exactly is an India Post tracking number?
It’s a shipment code (letters + digits) that ties your parcel to status updates across the postal network.
Is “consignment number” the same as a tracking number?
Yes—India Post uses both terms on labels and receipts.
Do the letters have to be uppercase?
Enter the letters as printed. For SMS, keep the command in uppercase: POST TRACK <code>.
Can I track without the number?
No. Ask the sender for the code, or check your receipt, email, SMS, or order page.
Why does my code show on Ship24 but not on the India Post site?
After an international hand-off, partner carriers may update first. Try both sources with the same code.
My number starts with “LP”—is that valid?
Yes—some domestic packets use prefixes like LP. Enter the full code, including “IN”.
How long are past scans visible?
Several third-party guides say about 60 days from booking. Treat this as approximate.
