Department of Posts Improved ATM Network to Boost Banking Access Nationwide

The Department of Posts has modernised its ATM infrastructure nationwide to enhance accessibility and improve the overall banking experience for customers. A total of 887 ATMs have been installed at post offices across the country, enabling citizens to access essential banking services conveniently within their local communities.

Benefits to Rural and Undeserved Regions

This initiative is particularly advantageous for residents of rural and underserved regions, aligning with the Government’s vision of promoting financial inclusion through digital transformation, the Ministry of Communications said in a statement. These ATMs allow customers to withdraw cash, check account balances, and perform other basic banking transactions with ease.

Earlier, the Department of Posts announced plans to double its ATM network to 2,000 machines during the current financial year (FY26). This expansion is expected to significantly boost financial access in rural and semi-urban regions, where India Post maintains an extensive presence.

Features of India Post ATMs

Equipped with interoperable functionality, India Post ATMs support transactions using cards issued by other banks. Likewise, India Post ATM cards can be used at ATMs operated by other banks, offering customers greater flexibility and a wider service network.

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Post Office Savings Bank (POSB) account holders can seamlessly withdraw cash, check balances, and access other essential banking services through these machines. The restoration and expansion of ATM services are expected to ensure uninterrupted service delivery, reinforcing post offices as crucial financial access points, particularly in remote areas.

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