India Post Speed Post Booking Form Guide
How to download, fill out, and submit the official Speed Post booking slip (Form SSA / Booking Form) for domestic parcels and documents.
1 to 4 Days
Delivery Time
35 Kilograms
Max Weight Limit
Up to ₹1 Lakh
Insurance Cover
Starts at ₹15.00
Base Postage Fee
Document Info
- Format
- PDF Document / Paper Slip
- Size
- 145 KB
- Language
- Bilingual (English & Hindi)
- Authority
- Department of Posts, Government of India
What is the Speed Post Booking Form?
The Speed Post Booking Form (also commonly referred to as the Speed Post Booking Slip or Dispatch Form) is the official document used by the Department of Posts, Government of India, to register domestic express parcels, letters, and documents. When you walk into any India Post office to send a shipment via Speed Post, you must fill out this standard form to register the sender's details, the recipient's address, and the specific service selections.
Speed Post was launched by India Post in 1986 as a premium, time-bound express service to compete directly with private logistics operators. Today, it stands as the most affordable and reliable overnight delivery network in the country, reaching over 19,000 PIN codes across every state and union territory.
Filling out the booking slip accurately is the single most important step in the shipping process. The details you enter on this form are typed directly into the India Post computer terminal by the booking clerk. This generation process creates your unique 13-character consignment number (e.g., EE123456789IN).
Important Tracking Note: Once your parcel is scanned and booked, you will receive a printed receipt containing this 13-character tracking number. To monitor your shipment's journey in real-time, see exact milestones, and check the estimated delivery date, simply enter your code on our main India Post Tracking homepage.
Understanding Speed Post Domestic Tariff Rates (Postage Cost)
The postage cost for Speed Post is calculated based on two primary factors: the weight of the article and the distance it travels. India Post divides domestic distance into five zones: Local, up to 200 km, 201 to 1000 km, 1001 to 2000 km, and above 2000 km.
Below is the official domestic tariff structure for Speed Post shipments:
| Weight of Article | Local | Up to 200 km | 201 to 1000 km | 1001 to 2000 km | Above 2000 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 50 grams | ₹15.00 | ₹35.00 | ₹35.00 | ₹35.00 | ₹35.00 |
| 51 to 200 grams | ₹25.00 | ₹35.00 | ₹40.00 | ₹60.00 | ₹70.00 |
| 201 to 500 grams | ₹30.00 | ₹50.00 | ₹60.00 | ₹80.00 | ₹90.00 |
| Additional 500g (or part) | ₹10.00 | ₹15.00 | ₹30.00 | ₹40.00 | ₹50.00 |
*Note: All tariffs are subject to government-mandated Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 18%, which is added at the time of booking at the counter. Local tariffs apply to bookings where the origin and destination post offices sit within the same municipal limits or delivery circle.*
Key Features of India Post Speed Post Service
When you book a shipment using the standard Speed Post form, you gain access to several premium benefits:
- Time-Bound Delivery Guarantee: Speed Post offers guaranteed delivery timelines. Locally booked items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours, while national intercity shipments take 2 to 4 working days. In the event of a delay, India Post offers a postage refund policy under the Citizen's Charter guidelines.
- Real-time SMS Alerts: By providing your mobile number on the booking form, you receive automated SMS notifications at key milestones—specifically upon booking dispatch, arrival at the destination delivery office, and successful delivery.
- Comprehensive Insurance: For high-value articles, documents, or merchandise, you can opt for insurance cover up to ₹1,00,000 by paying a small supplementary fee at the booking counter.
- Cash on Delivery (COD) / VPP: E-commerce sellers and small businesses can utilize the Value Payable Post (VPP) or COD option. India Post collects cash from the recipient upon delivery and remits the funds to the sender's account.
Step-by-Step Fill Guide
Step-by-Step Filling Guide
Hover or tap on any step below to see where that information goes on the official booking slip.
Enter Sender's Information (From)
Write your full name, complete residential or business address, city, and state in block letters. You must provide your 6-digit PIN code and an active 10-digit mobile number. The mobile number is required to receive booking confirmations and in case the parcel needs to be returned to you if undelivered.
Enter Addressee's Information (To)
Carefully write the recipient's full name, street address, house number, nearby landmark, city, and state. Double-check the recipient's 6-digit PIN code. A typographical error in the destination PIN code is the leading cause of parcel misrouting in the India Post network.
Select Service Type and Article Specs
Tick the checkbox for 'Speed Post'. If you are shipping merchandise, specify the weight in grams (if known, otherwise the clerk will weigh it) and the declared value of the contents. If you want a signed physical proof of delivery, check the box for 'Acknowledgement Due' (AD).
Declare Content and Sign the Declaration
Briefly describe the contents of the package (e.g., 'Educational Documents', 'Clothing', 'Books') to comply with safety regulations. Sign the undertaking at the bottom, confirming that the package does not contain any prohibited items like liquid combustibles, explosives, currency notes, or restricted contraband.
भारतीय डाक / INDIA POST
Speed Post Booking Slip
NAME: JOHN DOE
ADD: 123 POSTAL ROAD, BENGALURU
PIN: 560001 MOB: 9876543210
NAME: JANE SMITH
ADD: 456 DELIVERY LANE, TRIVANDRUM
PIN: 695522 STATE: KERALA
DESC: EDUCATIONAL DOCUMENTS
I hereby declare that this consignment does not contain any restricted, prohibited, or dangerous goods.
Submission Checklist
- ✓Securely packaged parcel or envelope (sealed with adhesive tape, no loose flaps)
- ✓Completed and signed Speed Post Booking Slip / Form
- ✓Exact 6-digit PIN codes for both the sender and recipient addresses
- ✓Declared value invoice or receipt copy (mandatory if opting for Insurance cover)
- ✓COD/VPP Agreement number (if booking a Cash-on-Delivery commercial parcel)
- ✓Sender's photo identity proof (required for high-value bookings or insured items)
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get the Speed Post Booking Form?▾
The booking form (or dispatch slip) is available free of cost at the inquiry counter of every post office in India. Alternatively, you can download the standard PDF version from the official India Post website or generate it digitally using the e-Post Office portal before visiting the branch.
How do I track my parcel once I submit the booking form?▾
Upon submitting the form and paying the postage fee, the counter operator will print a receipt. This receipt contains a 13-character alphanumeric code starting with 'E' and ending with 'IN' (e.g., EE987654321IN). Copy this code and enter it on our main [India Post Tracking](/) page to view live transit scans.
What is 'Acknowledgement Due' (AD) on the booking form?▾
Acknowledgement Due is an add-on service. When checked, a pink card is attached to your envelope. The recipient must physically sign this card upon delivery, and India Post mails this card back to your address as legal proof of delivery. This is highly recommended for official and legal documents.
Can I book a Speed Post package without filling out a form?▾
For single, light letters under 50 grams, some post offices allow direct booking without a slip, where the operator inputs addresses verbally. However, for all parcels, documents, and insured or COD items, filling out the physical booking form is mandatory to ensure record accuracy.
What happens if I write the wrong PIN code on the form?▾
Writing an incorrect PIN code usually results in the parcel being sent to a different sorting facility. The tracking status will show 'Misrouted'. While India Post's backend team will eventually detect the mismatch and re-route the parcel, this error adds 2 to 4 days of delay to the delivery timeline.