Narkanda SO Pincode – 171213
Official postal details for Narkanda SO (PO) in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
Narkanda SO is an official Sub Post Office (SO) with PIN Code 171213. It is situated in Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, operating under Shimla Division with delivery status: Delivery. The universal IPPB & post office IFSC code is IPOS0000001.
- PIN Code
- 171213
- IFSC Code
- IPOS0000001
- Office Type
- PO
- Delivery
- Delivery
- Division
- Shimla Division
- Circle
- Himachal Pradesh Circle
- District
- Shimla
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
Narkanda SO Postal & Banking Details
Verified postal directory specifications, centralized IPPB banking parameters, and administrative hierarchy for Narkanda SO (PIN: 171213).
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 Shimla, 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: 31.2552222° N, 77.4595278° E
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💰 Available Banking & Savings Schemes at Narkanda SO
Government of India Small Savings Schemes • 100% Sovereign Guarantee • Q4 2026 Notified RatesResidents served by Narkanda SO (PIN: 171213) 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 Narkanda SO:
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 TransferNarkanda SO 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 Narkanda SO
Frequently Asked Questions – Narkanda SO (171213)
What is the PIN Code of Narkanda SO?
The postal PIN code of Narkanda SO is 171213.
What are the timings of Narkanda SO (PO) Post Office?
Narkanda SO (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 Narkanda SO Post Office?
For parcel tracking, complaints, or inquiries regarding Narkanda SO, 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 Narkanda SO (PIN: 171213) a delivery or non-delivery post office?
Narkanda SO is registered as a Delivery post office. Dedicated postmen deliver Speed Post, registered letters, parcels, and government mail to local residents in PIN code 171213.
Which district and state is Narkanda SO located in?
Narkanda SO is located in Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh under Shimla Division.
Which postal division does PIN code 171213 fall under?
Narkanda SO with PIN code 171213 falls under the Shimla Division postal division, Regional Office region, in the Himachal Pradesh Circle postal circle of India Post.
What is the IFSC Code for Narkanda SO Post Office?
The universal IFSC code for all India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) and Post Office savings accounts at Narkanda SO is IPOS0000001 for online fund transfers via NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, and UPI.