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India Post Tracking: Track Speed Post & Registered Mail

Track Speed Post and Registered Mail on indiapost.gov.in. Learn consignment number tracking, SMS tracking, and delivery timelines.

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India Post Tracking: Track Speed Post & Registered Mail

What is India Post Tracking?

India Post provides online tracking for Speed Post, Registered Post, Express Parcel, and other trackable mail services. Using your 13-digit consignment number, you can check real-time delivery status on the official India Post website or mobile app.

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What Can You Track?

Service Trackable Consignment Number Format
Speed Post โœ… Yes EE123456789IN
Registered Post โœ… Yes RR123456789IN
Express Parcel โœ… Yes EP123456789IN
Ordinary Post โŒ No No tracking available
Book Post (Registered) โœ… Yes RB123456789IN

How to Track Online โ€” Step-by-Step

Method 1: India Post Website

  1. Visit India Post Tracking
  2. Enter your 13-digit consignment number (e.g., EE123456789IN)
  3. Click "Track"
  4. View the tracking details โ€” booking date, current location, delivery status
  5. You can track up to 10 consignments at once (comma-separated)

Method 2: India Post Mobile App

  1. Download India Post Mobile App from Google Play Store or Apple App Store
  2. Open the app and go to "Track Consignment"
  3. Enter the consignment number
  4. View real-time status updates

Method 3: SMS Tracking

  1. Send an SMS: POST TRACK
  2. Send to 166 (India Post SMS service)
  3. Receive delivery status via SMS reply

Example: Send "POST TRACK EE123456789IN" to 166

Where to Find Your Consignment Number

  • Speed Post receipt โ€” printed on the booking receipt at the post office
  • Online booking confirmation โ€” if booked via ePost or India Post portal
  • Sender's notification โ€” ask the sender for the tracking number
  • The number is 13 characters โ€” starts with 2 letters, followed by 9 digits, ending with "IN"

Understanding Tracking Status

Status Meaning
Item Booked Parcel accepted at source post office
In Transit Moving between postal sorting centers
Arrived at Delivery Office Reached your local post office
Out for Delivery Postman is delivering it today
Item Delivered Successfully delivered
Item Returned Could not deliver, returning to sender
Held at Post Office Waiting for you to collect (if absent)

Speed Post Delivery Timelines

Route Expected Delivery
Within same city 1-2 days
Metro to Metro 2-3 days
Metro to State Capital 2-4 days
State Capital to District 3-5 days
Remote/Rural areas 4-7 days

Note: These are indicative timelines. Actual delivery depends on distance and logistics.

Important Tips

  1. Save your receipt โ€” the consignment number is your only tracking reference
  2. Track early and often โ€” tracking updates may take 12-24 hours to reflect
  3. Use the app โ€” it sends push notifications for status changes
  4. Multiple items โ€” track up to 10 consignments at once on the website
  5. No tracking for ordinary post โ€” only registered and speed post services are trackable

FAQs

How do I track my Speed Post?

Visit indiapost.gov.in tracking page, enter your 13-digit consignment number (e.g., EE123456789IN), and click Track.

What if tracking shows no information?

Tracking data may take 12-24 hours to appear after booking. If no data shows after 48 hours, contact your booking post office or call India Post helpline at 1800-11-2011 (toll-free).

How long does Speed Post take to deliver?

Speed Post typically takes 1-5 days depending on the route โ€” same city (1-2 days), metro to metro (2-3 days), and remote areas (4-7 days).

Can I track Registered Post the same way?

Yes, Registered Post tracking works the same way. Enter the RR-prefix consignment number on the tracking page.

Is there an India Post tracking app?

Yes, the India Post Mobile App is available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store. It offers consignment tracking, post office locator, and PIN code search.

What does "Item Held" mean in tracking?

It means the postman attempted delivery but no one was available. The item is held at your local post office for 7 days before being returned. Visit the post office with your ID to collect it.

Can I track international Speed Post?

Yes, international EMS (Speed Post) items can be tracked on the same India Post tracking page using the consignment number.


If your Speed Post is delayed, see our complaint guide. For sending money via post, check our Money Order guide.