India Post rolls out personalised cheque books for savings account holders from May 8
Department of Posts now issues pre-printed personalised cheque books to POSA customers, delivered free to registered addresses. Account holders must maintain ₹500 minimum balance and pay ₹20+GST per issuance; undelivered books are held in safe custody for 45 days before being marked spoiled.
What happened
Department of Posts launched personalised cheque books for POSA holders from May 8, 2026, with pre-printed details delivered free to registered addresses.
Key facts
- May 8, 2026
- ₹500 minimum balance
- ₹20 + GST issuance charge
- 45 days safe custody
Why this matters
Partnership and integration opportunities open up for CTS clearing vendors, cheque printing suppliers, and fintechs seeking distribution into India Post's under-penetrated savings base.