What is a PIN Code?
A PIN (Postal Index Number) Code is a six-digit numerical code used by the Indian postal system to streamline mail delivery. Introduced on 15th August 1972 by Shriram Bhikaji Velankar, PIN codes help in efficiently sorting and delivering postal mail across different regions in India. Each PIN code uniquely identifies a specific area, city, or village, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of posts and parcels.
Structure of a PIN Code
A PIN code consists of six digits, where:
- First digit represents the region.
- Second digit indicates the sub-region.
- Third digit specifies the sorting district.
- Last three digits denote the specific post office within the district.
For example, in 560001 (Bangalore GPO, Karnataka):
- 5 → Represents Southern India.
- 6 → Refers to the Karnataka postal circle.
- 0 → Identifies Bangalore district.
- 001 → Denotes the General Post Office (GPO) in Bangalore.
Find PIN Codes Across India
Use our search tool to find the PIN code for any city, town, or village in India. You can search by state, district, or area name to get accurate details.
State-wise PIN Code Directory
We provide a complete list of PIN codes sorted by states and union territories:
Here is a State-wise PIN Code Directory covering all states and union territories of India, along with some sample PIN codes for major cities and towns.
State-wise PIN Code Directory
Find the postal PIN codes of various cities across India.
Andhra Pradesh PIN Codes
- Visakhapatnam – 530001
- Vijayawada – 520001
- Tirupati – 517501
- Guntur – 522002
- Nellore – 524001
Arunachal Pradesh PIN Codes
- Itanagar – 791111
- Tawang – 790104
- Ziro – 791120
- Pasighat – 791102
- Bomdila – 790001
Assam PIN Codes
- Guwahati – 781001
- Dibrugarh – 786001
- Silchar – 788001
- Jorhat – 785001
- Tezpur – 784001
Bihar PIN Codes
- Patna – 800001
- Gaya – 823001
- Muzaffarpur – 842001
- Bhagalpur – 812001
- Darbhanga – 846001
Chhattisgarh PIN Codes
- Raipur – 492001
- Bilaspur – 495001
- Durg – 491001
- Bhilai – 490001
- Korba – 495678
Goa PIN Codes
- Panaji – 403001
- Margao – 403601
- Vasco Da Gama – 403802
- Mapusa – 403507
- Ponda – 403401
Gujarat PIN Codes
- Ahmedabad – 380001
- Surat – 395001
- Vadodara – 390001
- Rajkot – 360001
- Gandhinagar – 382010
Haryana PIN Codes
- Chandigarh (shared) – 160017
- Faridabad – 121001
- Gurgaon – 122001
- Panipat – 132103
- Ambala – 134003
Himachal Pradesh PIN Codes
- Shimla – 171001
- Manali – 175131
- Dharamshala – 176215
- Solan – 173212
- Mandi – 175001
Jharkhand PIN Codes
- Ranchi – 834001
- Jamshedpur – 831001
- Dhanbad – 826001
- Bokaro – 827001
- Hazaribagh – 825301
Karnataka PIN Codes
- Bengaluru – 560001
- Mysore – 570001
- Mangalore – 575001
- Hubli – 580001
- Belgaum – 590001
Kerala PIN Codes
- Thiruvananthapuram – 695001
- Kochi – 682001
- Kozhikode – 673001
- Thrissur – 680001
- Alappuzha – 688001
Madhya Pradesh PIN Codes
- Bhopal – 462001
- Indore – 452001
- Gwalior – 474001
- Jabalpur – 482001
- Ujjain – 456001
Maharashtra PIN Codes
- Mumbai – 400001
- Pune – 411001
- Nagpur – 440001
- Nashik – 422001
- Aurangabad – 431001
Manipur PIN Codes
- Imphal – 795001
- Churachandpur – 795128
- Ukhrul – 795142
- Bishnupur – 795126
- Thoubal – 795138
Meghalaya PIN Codes
- Shillong – 793001
- Tura – 794101
- Jowai – 793150
- Nongstoin – 793119
- Williamnagar – 794111
Mizoram PIN Codes
- Aizawl – 796001
- Lunglei – 796701
- Champhai – 796321
- Saiha – 796901
- Kolasib – 796081
Nagaland PIN Codes
- Kohima – 797001
- Dimapur – 797112
- Mokokchung – 798601
- Tuensang – 798612
- Zunheboto – 798620
Odisha PIN Codes
- Bhubaneswar – 751001
- Cuttack – 753001
- Rourkela – 769001
- Berhampur – 760001
- Sambalpur – 768001
Punjab PIN Codes
- Chandigarh (shared) – 160017
- Ludhiana – 141001
- Amritsar – 143001
- Jalandhar – 144001
- Patiala – 147001
Rajasthan PIN Codes
- Jaipur – 302001
- Jodhpur – 342001
- Udaipur – 313001
- Kota – 324001
- Ajmer – 305001
Sikkim PIN Codes
- Gangtok – 737101
- Namchi – 737126
- Pelling – 737113
- Ravangla – 737139
- Mangan – 737116
Tamil Nadu PIN Codes
- Chennai – 600001
- Coimbatore – 641001
- Madurai – 625001
- Tiruchirappalli – 620001
- Salem – 636001
Telangana PIN Codes
- Hyderabad – 500001
- Warangal – 506002
- Nizamabad – 503001
- Karimnagar – 505001
- Khammam – 507001
Tripura PIN Codes
- Agartala – 799001
- Dharmanagar – 799250
- Udaipur – 799120
- Kailashahar – 799277
- Ambassa – 799289
Uttar Pradesh PIN Codes
- Lucknow – 226001
- Kanpur – 208001
- Varanasi – 221001
- Agra – 282001
- Allahabad (Prayagraj) – 211001
Uttarakhand PIN Codes
- Dehradun – 248001
- Haridwar – 249401
- Nainital – 263001
- Almora – 263601
- Mussoorie – 248179
West Bengal PIN Codes
- Kolkata – 700001
- Howrah – 711101
- Durgapur – 713201
- Siliguri – 734001
- Asansol – 713301
Union Territories PIN Codes
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- Port Blair – 744101
Chandigarh
- Chandigarh – 160017
Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
- Daman – 396210
- Silvassa – 396230
Delhi
- Central Delhi – 110001
- South Delhi – 110017
- North Delhi – 110054
Jammu and Kashmir
- Srinagar – 190001
- Jammu – 180001
Ladakh
- Leh – 194101
- Kargil – 194103
Lakshadweep
- Kavaratti – 682555
Puducherry
- Puducherry – 605001
Why are PIN Codes Important?
PIN codes play a crucial role in several domains, such as:
- Mail & Courier Services: Ensures efficient and accurate delivery of letters and parcels.
- Online Shopping & E-commerce: Helps determine serviceability of delivery locations.
- Government Services: Used for Aadhaar verification, voter ID, banking, and taxation.
- Emergency Services: Helps locate addresses quickly in case of medical or disaster-related needs.
How to Use Our PIN Code Search Tool?
- Enter Area Name or PIN Code in the search bar.
- Click ‘Search’ to retrieve relevant postal details.
- View Results including district, state, and post office details.
Difference Between ZIP Code and PIN Code
Many people confuse ZIP codes (used in the USA) with India’s PIN codes. While both serve the purpose of address identification, ZIP codes are used by the United States Postal Service (USPS), whereas PIN codes are used by India Post.
List of Major Indian Cities & Their PIN Codes
Here are some of the most searched PIN codes for major cities:
- Delhi – 110001 (Connaught Place GPO)
- Mumbai – 400001 (Fort GPO)
- Chennai – 600001 (Parrys GPO)
- Kolkata – 700001 (BBD Bagh GPO)
- Bangalore – 560001 (MG Road GPO)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How many PIN codes are there in India?
As of now, India has over 1.5 lakh PIN codes covering all regions.
Q2: Can two places have the same PIN code?
Yes, multiple post offices within a district can share the same PIN code.
Q3: How can I find my PIN code?
You can use our search tool above by entering your area name or district.
Q4: What is the PIN code for online transactions?
For banking and e-commerce, your area’s PIN code is used for address verification.
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Disclaimer:
The pin codes and area details provided here are for informational purposes only. While we strive to ensure accuracy, we do not guarantee that all pin codes are up to date or error-free. Users are advised to verify the pin codes with official postal authorities before making any decisions based on this data. We are not responsible for any discrepancies or errors in the information presented.