India Post Parcel Contractual Tariff 2026 | Full Rate Chart w.e.f. 01.08.2026 Complete India Post Parcel Contractual and Speed Post Parcel Contractual tariff chart effective 1st August 2026. Simple reference for India Post Current Affairs and departmental exam GK.
Quick Summary
From 1st August 2026, India Post has revised the Parcel Contractual and Speed Post Parcel Contractual tariff (rates are inclusive of GST). This chart is useful for:
- India Post counter staff and postal employees
- GDS to MTS, MTS to PA, and Postman to PA departmental exam aspirants (India Post Current Affairs / GK)
- Business and corporate customers using India Post bulk parcel booking
This update connects to the recent Gazette notification (Post Office Sixth Amendment Regulations, 2026), which introduced the new India Post Parcel Last Mile service. This blog gives you the detailed rate chart in one place.
India Post Parcel Last Mile (Simple Rates)
This is the new service, meant for bulk/corporate customers, with a maximum weight limit of 5000 grams.
| Weight Slab | Booked at Delivery Office (₹) | Booked at Parcel Hub / Processing Centre (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 2000 grams | 17 | 24 |
| 2001 – 5000 grams | 26 | 41 |
(Rates inclusive of GST as applicable)
India Post Parcel – Contractual Tariff (Full Chart)
All rates below are in ₹ and inclusive of GST.
| Weight (up to grams) | Local | Within State | Zone/Metro | Other States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 31 | 37 | 40 | 41 |
| 1,000 | 37 | 52 | 61 | 67 |
| 1,500 | 42 | 68 | 82 | 94 |
| 2,000 | 53 | 94 | 118 | 135 |
| 3,000 | 67 | 118 | 147 | 171 |
| 4,000 | 81 | 142 | 178 | 207 |
| 5,000 | 95 | 166 | 207 | 241 |
| 6,000 | 114 | 188 | 236 | 277 |
| 7,000 | 131 | 212 | 265 | 313 |
| 8,000 | 148 | 236 | 296 | 349 |
| 9,000 | 167 | 260 | 325 | 383 |
| 10,000 | 184 | 284 | 354 | 419 |
| 12,000 | 220 | 330 | 414 | 489 |
| 15,000 | 273 | 402 | 501 | 595 |
| 20,000 | 362 | 520 | 650 | 773 |
| 25,000 | 449 | 638 | 797 | 949 |
| 30,000 | 538 | 756 | 944 | 1,127 |
| 35,000 | 627 | 874 | 1,091 | 1,303 |
(Full chart goes up to 35 kg in 1 kg / 500 gm slabs — showing key weight points above for easy reading.)
Speed Post Parcel – Contractual Tariff (Full Chart)
All rates below are in ₹ and inclusive of GST.
| Weight (up to grams) | Local | Within State | Zone/Metro | Other States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 34 | 42 | 48 | 55 |
| 1,000 | 37 | 57 | 77 | 83 |
| 1,500 | 42 | 76 | 130 | 178 |
| 2,000 | 53 | 105 | 166 | 224 |
| 3,000 | 67 | 131 | 224 | 296 |
| 4,000 | 81 | 157 | 277 | 359 |
| 5,000 | 95 | 184 | 325 | 414 |
| 6,000 | 114 | 213 | 395 | 489 |
| 7,000 | 131 | 244 | 467 | 566 |
| 8,000 | 148 | 273 | 537 | 643 |
| 9,000 | 167 | 302 | 607 | 720 |
| 10,000 | 184 | 331 | 679 | 797 |
| 12,000 | 220 | 391 | 821 | 949 |
| 15,000 | 273 | 480 | 1,033 | 1,180 |
| 20,000 | 362 | 627 | 1,387 | 1,563 |
| 25,000 | 449 | 774 | 1,741 | 1,948 |
| 30,000 | 538 | 921 | 2,095 | 2,331 |
| 35,000 | 627 | 1,070 | 2,449 | 2,714 |
(Full chart goes up to 35 kg in 1 kg / 500 gm slabs — showing key weight points above for easy reading.)
Simple Points to Remember
- These rates apply from 01.08.2026 and are inclusive of GST.
- Rates increase with distance category: Local < Within State < Zone/Metro < Other States.
- Speed Post Parcel Contractual rates are higher than normal Parcel Contractual rates for the same weight and zone, since Speed Post offers faster delivery.
- India Post Parcel Last Mile has a fixed, low-cost structure with only two weight slabs, designed for last-mile bulk delivery within local jurisdiction.
Why This Matters for Departmental Exam Aspirants
Tariff charts like this are a common source of India Post GK and Current Affairs questions in:
- GDS to MTS Departmental Exam
- MTS to PA Departmental Exam
- Postman to PA Departmental Exam
- Postal Assistant Exam
Knowing the logic behind the tariff structure (weight slabs, zone-based pricing, GST inclusion) can help you answer questions confidently, even if exact figures are not asked directly.
How to Stay Updated
- Follow official India Post Notifications and Circulars for tariff and service updates.
- Combine your GK revision with structured GDS to MTS Coaching or GDS to MTS Online Classes.
- Practice with GDS to MTS Mock Test and GDS to MTS Previous Year Question Papers to build exam confidence.
- Keep a habit of checking updated India Post Study Material so that current tariff and service changes don’t catch you off guard in the exam.
Final Words
This detailed Parcel Contractual and Speed Post Parcel Contractual tariff chart, effective 01.08.2026, gives a clear picture of India Post’s updated pricing structure. For departmental exam aspirants, this is useful India Post Current Affairs content to revise alongside your regular GDS to MTS Exam Preparation and MTS to PA Study Material.
Stay updated. Stay exam-ready.