Postal Codes of India 🇮🇳
Country
India
Region
Asia
Format
NNNNNN
What is India Postal Code?
Postal codes in India (also known as ZIP codes) are alphanumeric codes used by the postal service to identify specific geographic areas for efficient mail sorting and delivery. The postal code format in Asia is Southern Asia. These codes help ensure your mail and packages reach their destination accurately and quickly.
How to Address Mail to India
Standard Address Format (click to edit)
RecipientJohn Doe
Street123 Example Street
City & PostalNNNNNN New Delhi
CountryINDIA
Addressing Tips for India
- Postal code format: NNNNNN
- Write postal code before the city name
- Country name in UPPERCASE on last line
- Capital: New Delhi
- ISO country code: IN
Shipping to India
Domestic Delivery
2-5 days
Within India
International
7-21 days
Varies by origin
Customs Threshold
₹0
Duty-free limit
Local Carriers in India
India Post Delhivery Blue Dart DTDC
India: International Carriers
DHL FedEx UPS
Shipping Tips (India)
- Always include postal code in format NNNNNN for faster delivery
- Items above ₹0 may incur customs duties
- Track your package using the carrier's tracking number
- Consider insurance for valuable shipments
India Location Information
Popular Cities in India
36 States Postal Codes in India
| State | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Andaman and Nicobar Islands | 11.74 | 92.659 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 15.913 | 79.74 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 28.218 | 94.728 |
| Assam | 26.201 | 92.938 |
| Bihar | 25.096 | 85.313 |
| Chandigarh | 30.733 | 76.779 |
| Chhattisgarh | 21.279 | 81.866 |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu | 20.397 | 72.833 |
| Delhi | 28.704 | 77.102 |
| Goa | 15.299 | 74.124 |
| Gujarat | 22.259 | 71.192 |
| Haryana | 29.059 | 76.086 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 31.105 | 77.173 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 33.278 | 75.341 |
| Jharkhand | 23.61 | 85.28 |
| Karnataka | 15.317 | 75.714 |
| Kerala | 10.851 | 76.271 |
| Ladakh | 34.227 | 77.562 |
| Lakshadweep | 10.328 | 72.785 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 22.973 | 78.657 |
| Maharashtra | 19.751 | 75.714 |
| Manipur | 24.664 | 93.906 |
| Meghalaya | 25.467 | 91.366 |
| Mizoram | 23.165 | 92.938 |
| Nagaland | 26.158 | 94.562 |
| Odisha | 20.952 | 85.099 |
| Puducherry | 11.942 | 79.808 |
| Punjab | 31.147 | 75.341 |
| Rajasthan | 27.024 | 74.218 |
| Sikkim | 27.533 | 88.512 |
| Tamil Nadu | 11.127 | 78.657 |
| Telangana | 18.112 | 79.019 |
| Tripura | 23.941 | 91.988 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 26.847 | 80.946 |
| Uttarakhand | 30.067 | 79.019 |
| West Bengal | 22.987 | 87.855 |
Did You Know?
India has 36 provinces/states and 4,242 cities/districts in its postal system.
India is located in Asia and uses the Indian Rupee (INR) as its official currency.
Frequently Asked Questions
The postal code format in India is NNNNNN. Postal codes help ensure efficient mail sorting and delivery.
India has 36 states. Each has its own set of postal codes for efficient mail delivery.
The capital of India is New Delhi.
The international phone code for India is +91.
The official currency of India is Indian Rupee (INR).
India is located in the Southern Asia subregion of Asia, at coordinates 20.00000000, 77.00000000.
Standard international mail to India typically takes 7-21 business days. Express services (DHL, FedEx, UPS) deliver in 3-7 business days.
Common prohibited items for India include flammable materials, explosives, narcotics, and perishable goods. Check with your carrier for the complete list of restricted items.
India uses a postal code system. The term 'ZIP code' is specific to the United States. Most countries refer to their system as 'postal codes' or 'postcodes'.
You can track packages sent to India using the tracking number provided by your carrier. Visit the carrier's website (DHL, FedEx, UPS, or the national postal service) and enter your tracking number.
India in Other Languages
Nearby Countries
| Country | Distance | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nepal | 1,138 km | 28 | 84 |
| Pakistan | 1,316 km | 30 | 70 |
| Bangladesh | 1,411 km | 24 | 90 |
| Sri Lanka | 1,508 km | 7 | 81 |
| Bhutan | 1,605 km | 27.5 | 90.5 |
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