Kotla SO Kangra Pincode – 176205
Official postal details for Kotla SO Kangra (PO) in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh.
Kotla SO Kangra is an official Sub Post Office (SO) with PIN Code 176205. It is situated in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, operating under Dharamsala Division with delivery status: Delivery. The universal IPPB & post office IFSC code is IPOS0000001.
- PIN Code
- 176205
- IFSC Code
- IPOS0000001
- Office Type
- PO
- Delivery
- Delivery
- Division
- Dharamsala Division
- Circle
- Himachal Pradesh Circle
- District
- Kangra
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
Kotla SO Kangra Postal & Banking Details
Verified postal directory specifications, centralized IPPB banking parameters, and administrative hierarchy for Kotla SO Kangra (PIN: 176205).
UIDAI Aadhaar Services Guidance
Aadhaar enrolment and update counters in India operate only at designated post offices and authorized UIDAI centers. To find verified Aadhaar service locations in Kangra, check valid documents for update, or view official UIDAI fee schedules, refer to our comprehensive Post Office Aadhaar Center Guide or visit the official UIDAI portal (uidai.gov.in).
Geographic Location & Map
📍 Coordinates: 32.23796° N, 76.04405° E
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💰 Available Banking & Savings Schemes at Kotla SO Kangra
Government of India Small Savings Schemes • 100% Sovereign Guarantee • Q4 2026 Notified RatesResidents served by Kotla SO Kangra (PIN: 176205) can invest in official Government of India Small Savings Schemes. Accounts can be opened directly at the counter by submitting Form 1 with KYC documents (Aadhaar & PAN). All deposits carry a direct sovereign guarantee from the Ministry of Finance with zero commercial bank default risk.
Monthly Income Scheme (MIS)
- Fixed monthly pension credited directly to savings account.
- Single limit: ₹9 Lakh | Joint limit: ₹15 Lakh.
- 5-Year tenure with 100% capital returned at maturity.
Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP)
- Doubles your investment in exactly 115 Months (9 Yrs 7 Mo).
- Minimum deposit ₹1,000; no upper limit.
- Can be pledged as collateral for bank loans.
5-Year Recurring Deposit (RD)
- Start from just ₹100 per month (no upper cap).
- Up to 50% loan facility available after 1 year (12 deposits).
- Advance deposits rebate for 6 or 12 months.
Senior Citizen Scheme (SCSS)
- Highest sovereign rate with quarterly pension credits.
- Individual limit: ₹30 Lakh | Joint couple: ₹60 Lakh.
- Section 80C deduction + ₹50,000 Sec 80TTB tax-free interest.
Post Office Time Deposit (FD)
- 1-Yr (6.9%), 2-Yr (7.0%), 3-Yr (7.1%), 5-Yr (7.5%).
- 5-Year deposit eligible for Sec 80C tax deduction.
- Zero TDS deducted at source by India Post counter.
PPF & Sukanya Samriddhi (SSY)
- PPF: 7.1% p.a. 15-year disciplined compounding.
- SSY: 8.2% p.a. highest return for girl child up to 10 yrs.
- 100% tax exemption on deposit, interest, and maturity (EEE).
📄 How to Open a Small Savings Account at Kotla SO Kangra:
Carry self-attested copies of Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, and 2 Passport Photos along with initial deposit cash/cheque. Fill out Form 1 at the counter.
🏦 IPPB Banking, AePS Cash Withdrawal & DBT Subsidies
Aadhaar Biometric Cash Out • PM-KISAN, Ladli Behna & Pension Direct Benefit TransferKotla SO Kangra operates as an active node for India Post Payments Bank (IPPB). You can withdraw cash from ANY bank account (SBI, PNB, BoB, HDFC, Canara) using just your fingerprint without an ATM card, receive government DBT subsidies directly, or book home cash delivery through your local postman.
AePS Fingerprint Cash Out
- No ATM Card Required: Withdraw up to ₹10,000 cash daily from any bank.
- Instant Authentication: Biometric thumb impression on micro-ATM.
- Free Services: Balance enquiry & 10-transaction mini statement are 100% free.
DBT Government Subsidies
- Guaranteed Credit: PM-KISAN (₹6,000/yr), Ladli Behna, and NSAP pensions.
- NPCI Aadhaar Seeding: Instant e-KYC account linking at counter or via GDS.
- Zero Balance Account: Opened in 5 minutes with zero initial deposit.
Postman Doorstep Banking
- Regulated Fee: Just ₹20 + GST (₹23.60 per visit) for home cash delivery.
- Pensioner Life Certificate: Digital Jeevan Pramaan at home (₹70 fee).
- Quick Booking: Call 155299 or request through your delivery postman.
Postal Tools & Services for Kotla SO Kangra
Frequently Asked Questions – Kotla SO Kangra (176205)
What is the PIN Code of Kotla SO Kangra?
The postal PIN code of Kotla SO Kangra is 176205.
What are the timings of Kotla SO Kangra (PO) Post Office?
Kotla SO Kangra (Sub Post Office) operates Monday to Saturday from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM (counter services close around 03:30 PM). Branch Post Offices (BO) typically operate 4 to 5 hours daily (10:00 AM to 02:00 PM). It remains closed on Sundays and gazetted national postal holidays.
What is the official contact number for Kotla SO Kangra Post Office?
For parcel tracking, complaints, or inquiries regarding Kotla SO Kangra, contact the India Post national toll-free helpline at 1800 266 6868 (available Monday–Saturday 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM). For IPPB postal banking and doorstep services, call 155299.
Is Kotla SO Kangra (PIN: 176205) a delivery or non-delivery post office?
Kotla SO Kangra is registered as a Delivery post office. Dedicated postmen deliver Speed Post, registered letters, parcels, and government mail to local residents in PIN code 176205.
Which district and state is Kotla SO Kangra located in?
Kotla SO Kangra is located in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh under Dharamsala Division.
Which postal division does PIN code 176205 fall under?
Kotla SO Kangra with PIN code 176205 falls under the Dharamsala Division postal division, Regional Office region, in the Himachal Pradesh Circle postal circle of India Post.
What is the IFSC Code for Kotla SO Kangra Post Office?
The universal IFSC code for all India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) and Post Office savings accounts at Kotla SO Kangra is IPOS0000001 for online fund transfers via NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, and UPI.