Ratlam H.O Post Office
Closed (Opens at 09:00 AM)Official postal directory specifications for Ratlam H.O (Head Post Office (HO)) in Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh • PIN Code: 457001 • Master IFSC: IPOS0000001.
Ratlam H.O is an official Head Post Office (HO) with PIN Code 457001 located in Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh under Ratlam Division. Mail delivery status is registered as Delivery. The universal IPPB & post office IFSC code is IPOS0000001.
- PIN Code
- 457001
- IFSC Code
- IPOS0000001
- Office Type
- HO
- Delivery
- Delivery
- Division
- Ratlam Division
- Circle
- Madhya Pradesh Circle
- District
- Ratlam
- State
- Madhya Pradesh
Ratlam H.O Working Hours & Counter Timings
Official departmental business schedule • Head Post Office (HO)Opens today at 09:00 AM • Timezone: Indian Standard Time (IST, UTC+05:30)
Booking of Speed Post, Registered Letters, Parcels, Money Orders, and sale of postage stamps & envelopes.
Cash deposit, withdrawal, AePS biometric cash-out, RD/TD/MIS/PPF/SSY transactions, and passbook updates.
Official mid-day lunch recess. Counters pause public token transactions during this 30-minute interval.
Letter carrier / postman beats for doorstep delivery of letters and parcels across PIN 457001.
| Day | Counter Hours | Lunch Break | Office Closes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 AM – 03:30 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 05:00 PM | Working Day |
| Tuesday | 09:00 AM – 03:30 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 05:00 PM | Working Day |
| Wednesday | 09:00 AM – 03:30 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 05:00 PM | Working Day |
| Thursday | 09:00 AM – 03:30 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 05:00 PM | Working Day |
| Friday | 09:00 AM – 03:30 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 05:00 PM | Working Day |
| Saturday | 09:00 AM – 03:30 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 05:00 PM | Working Day |
| Sunday | All public counters, banking and mail booking closed | Closed | ||
Ratlam H.O Postal & Banking Details
Verified postal directory specifications, centralized IPPB banking parameters, and administrative hierarchy for Ratlam H.O (PIN: 457001).
Speed Post Delivery Standards & Compensation (PIN 457001)
India Post Citizen Charter delivery transit norms for Ratlam H.OWhen sending or receiving domestic Speed Post parcels, letters, or e-commerce consignments through Ratlam H.O (PIN: 457001), the Department of Posts mandates the following transit standards:
| Distance Category | Geographic Coverage | Published Transit SLA | Base Tariff (Up to 50g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local / Intra-City | Within Ratlam / Municipal limits (≤ 50 km) | 1 – 2 Business Days | ₹17.70 (₹15 + GST) |
| Short Distance | Up to 200 km (Neighboring districts) | 2 – 3 Business Days | ₹41.30 (₹35 + GST) |
| Medium Distance | 201 to 1,000 km (State / Regional corridors) | 2 – 4 Business Days | ₹41.30 (₹35 + GST) |
| National Long-Haul | 1,001 to 2,000 km (Inter-state transit) | 3 – 5 Business Days | ₹59.00 (₹50 + GST) |
| Remote / Extreme | Exceeding 2,000 km (North-East, J&K, Islands) | 4 – 6 Business Days | ₹59.00 (₹50 + GST) |
Under the Department of Posts Citizen Charter, in the event of delay in delivery of a domestic Speed Post article beyond the published norms, the compensation payable to the sender is equal to the composite Speed Post charges paid, or ₹1,000, whichever is less. In case of complete loss or damage to a Speed Post consignment, compensation is twice the Speed Post fee or ₹1,000 (whichever is less).
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 Ratlam, 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).
Official Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK)
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Authorized Passport Facility at Ratlam H.ORatlam H.O operates as a designated Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK) under the joint initiative of the Ministry of External Affairs and the Department of Posts. Residents of Ratlam and surrounding areas can complete biometrics, digital photography, document verification, and submission for fresh Indian passports, renewals, and Police Clearance Certificates (PCC) locally without traveling to the Regional Passport Office.
Fresh Passport & Renewal
- Fresh Passport: 36-page or 60-page booklet for adults & minors.
- Re-issue / Renewal: Due to validity expiry, exhaustion of pages, or damage.
- Tatkaal Category: Primarily handled at Main PSKs/RPO; verify slot availability on portal.
Biometrics & PCC Verification
- Digital Biometrics: High-resolution photograph and 10-fingerprint digital capture on-site.
- Police Clearance (PCC): Application processing for employment/visa clearance abroad.
- Document Scrutiny: Physical verification of original Aadhaar, 10th marksheet, and address proofs.
Online Appointment Mandatory • No Walk-Ins Permitted
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday: 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM (Saturday/Sunday Closed). Applications are accepted exclusively via prior appointment slots generated on the official MEA portal.
Geographic Location & Map
Coordinates: 23.3311667° N, 75.0373889° E
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Counter Services & Financial Scope at Ratlam H.O
Verified operational classification for Head Post Office (HO) • Department of Posts, Government of IndiaHead Post Office Core Departmental Capabilities
Ratlam H.O is a primary departmental office in Ratlam, providing comprehensive counter services including full-value Government of India small savings schemes, domestic & international Speed Post logistics, customs processing, and universal IPPB banking.
Express Mail & Parcel Logistics
- Speed Post: Real-time track & trace for domestic documents and parcels.
- Business & COD: Cash on Delivery booking for merchants and bulk mailers.
- International Mail: Air parcel and EMS booking with customs CN22/CN23 support.
Sovereign Small Savings Counter
- Monthly Pension: Post Office MIS (7.40% p.a.) – ₹9L single / ₹15L joint.
- Senior Citizens: SCSS (8.20% p.a.) quarterly interest up to ₹30 Lakh.
- Term Deposits: 1, 2, 3 & 5-Year Time Deposits (up to 7.50% p.a.) with Sec 80C rebate.
- Growth Schemes: KVP doubling in 115 months, PPF (7.1%), and Sukanya (8.2%).
Banking & Insurance Services
- IPPB Master IFSC: IPOS0000001 for NEFT, RTGS & UPI transfers.
- Postal Life Insurance: PLI & RPLI policy issuance, loan against policy, premium collection.
- AePS Cash Out: Biometric fingerprint withdrawal from any commercial bank account.
Postal Tools & Services for Ratlam H.O
Frequently Asked Questions – Ratlam H.O (457001)
What is the PIN Code of Ratlam H.O Post Office?
The postal PIN code of Ratlam H.O is 457001. It is located in Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh under Ratlam Division.
What are the counter working hours and lunch timings of Ratlam H.O?
Ratlam H.O (Head Post Office) operates Monday to Saturday from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM. Public booking counters (Speed Post, Savings Bank, IPPB) operate from 09:00 AM to 03:30 PM, with a lunch break from 01:00 PM to 01:30 PM. The office is closed on Sundays and gazetted national holidays.
What is the IFSC Code for Ratlam H.O Post Office and IPPB accounts?
The universal IFSC code for all India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) and Post Office savings accounts at Ratlam H.O is IPOS0000001. Use this IFSC code along with your account number for IMPS, NEFT, RTGS, and UPI fund transfers on PhonePe, Google Pay, and Paytm.
What is the official address and contact number of Ratlam H.O Post Office?
The official postal address is Ratlam H.O (HO), Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh – 457001. For parcel tracking, delivery complaints, and customer service, call the India Post national helpline at 1800 266 6868 (Mon–Sat 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM) or IPPB customer care at 155299.
Is Ratlam H.O (PIN: 457001) an active delivery post office?
Ratlam H.O is registered as a Delivery post office. Dedicated postmen deliver Speed Post articles, registered letters, e-commerce parcels, and official mail across PIN code 457001.
Can I withdraw cash using Aadhaar (AePS) at Ratlam H.O Post Office?
Yes. Through the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) micro-ATM and AePS facility at Ratlam H.O, account holders of any Indian commercial bank (SBI, PNB, HDFC, etc.) can withdraw up to ₹10,000 cash daily using fingerprint biometric authentication without needing an ATM card.
Is Aadhaar Card update or enrolment available at Ratlam H.O Post Office?
Aadhaar enrolment and biometric update services in India operate at designated Head Post Offices, major Sub Offices, and authorized UIDAI Aadhaar Seva Kendras in Ratlam. Branch offices offer doorstep Aadhaar-mobile linking through the GDS postman app.
What is the Speed Post delivery time from Ratlam H.O (PIN: 457001)?
Official India Post Speed Post delivery norms are: Local/Intra-city (within 50 km) in 1–2 business days; Metro-to-Metro / up to 200 km in 2–3 business days; 201 to 1,000 km in 2–4 business days; and over 1,000 km in 3–5 business days.
What is the compensation in case of delay in delivery of Speed Post?
Under the Department of Posts Citizen Charter, in the event of delay in delivery of a domestic Speed Post article beyond the published delivery standard, the compensation payable to the sender is equal to the composite Speed Post charges paid, or ₹1,000, whichever is less.
What is the DIGIPIN and geographic coordinates of Ratlam H.O?
Ratlam H.O has an official India Post digital addressing DIGIPIN of 7FCP-L6PK-24 (identifying a precise 4m × 4m geographic location) with coordinates Latitude 23.3311667, Longitude 75.0373889.