The Department of Posts (India) is set to launch a new express delivery service called 24 Speed Post on 17 March 2026. The service will be officially launched by Jyotiraditya M. Scindia and Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani.
Next-Day Delivery for Urgent Consignments
The newly introduced 24 Speed Post service aims to ensure next-day guaranteed delivery for urgent and time-sensitive consignments. It is designed to strengthen the premium express delivery segment of India Post.
In the first phase, the service will be available in six major cities:
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Delhi
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Mumbai
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Chennai
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Kolkata
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Bengaluru
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Hyderabad
Additional Delivery Services
Alongside the new offering, the postal department will also introduce 24 and 48 Speed Post services with assured delivery timelines:
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D+1 delivery (next-day delivery)
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D+2 delivery (delivery within two days)
These services will operate through dedicated processing windows and priority air transmission, ensuring faster movement of parcels and documents.
Key Features of the New Service
The new express delivery system will include several modern features to improve reliability and convenience:
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OTP-based secure delivery
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End-to-end parcel tracking with SMS alerts
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Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) facility for business customers
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Free pickup service for bulk bookings
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API integration and centralized billing for enterprises
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Money-back guarantee in case of delivery delays
Strengthening India Post’s Express Network
With the launch of 24 Speed Post, the Department of Posts (India) aims to enhance the competitiveness of India Post in the rapidly expanding logistics and e-commerce sector.
The initiative is expected to benefit both individual customers and businesses by providing a faster, reliable, and technologically advanced postal service.