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How Indian Postal Index Numbers (PIN) Work

Introduced on 15 August 1972 by Shriram Bhikaji Velankar, the 6-digit PIN code system standardizes mail sorting across India into 9 postal zones.

Example PIN Code Structure
560001
Bengaluru G.P.O., Karnataka
Digit 1: Zone
Indicates 1 of the 9 postal regions in India (1 & 2: North, 3 & 4: West, 5 & 6: South, 7 & 8: East, 9: Army Postal Service).
Digit 2: Sub-Zone
Determines the state or postal circle within that geographical zone (e.g. 56 is Karnataka, 11 is Delhi).
Digit 3: District
Represents the revenue sorting district within the postal circle where mail is concentrated.
Digits 4–6: Office
Designates the specific delivery post office (Head Office, Sub Office, or Branch Office).

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Indian postal codes, post office types, and delivery rules.

What is the full form of PIN in PIN code? ▼

PIN stands for Postal Index Number. It is a 6-digit code introduced by India Post on 15th August 1972 to eliminate confusion caused by duplicate city names and different languages across India.

What is the difference between HO, SO, and BO in India Post? ▼

Head Office (HO): The primary administrative and financial nodal post office for a district/postal division.

Sub Office (SO): Located in urban or semi-urban areas under the jurisdiction of a Head Office, providing full postal services including Speed Post, savings accounts, and parcels.

Branch Office (BO): Located primarily in rural areas providing basic postal banking, registered letters, and delivery services.

How is Speed Post rate calculated? ▼

Speed Post charges depend on the weight of the parcel and the distance between origin and destination PIN codes (Local, up to 200 km, 201–1,000 km, 1,001–2,000 km, or above 2,000 km). An 18% GST is applicable on all domestic Speed Post services. You can use our interactive Speed Post Rate Calculator to calculate the exact postage.