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Electronic Money Order

  • 1. What is Electronic Money Order (eMO)?
    Electronic Money Order is a web based rapid money transfer service offered by India Post between two individuals within India.
  • 2. How fast is the money transfer using Electronic Money Order?
    Money booked through Electronic Money Order can be disbursed within 24 hours.
  • 3. How much money can be sent through Electronic Money Order?
    A minimum of 1.00 INR and a maximum of 5000.00 INR can be sent through Electronic Money Order.
  • 4. Is the money paid in cash using Electronic Money Order?
    Yes,receiver can receive the payment in cash.
  • 5. How can I Book an Electronic Money Order?
    Money can be booked   from any Electronic Money Order center.
  • 6. How does the payee collect money sent by Electronic Money Order?
    The payee can receive money at home or can visit the nearest Post Office during priscribed working hours to collect the money.
  • 7. What can be presented as proof of identity by the payee?
    The payee can prove his /her identity by presenting any of the following photo-identity documents:

    1. Aadhaar card
    2. Passport
    3. Driving License
    4. Election Commission Voter ID card
    5. Ration Card with photo, for the person whose photo is affixed
    6. CGHS/ECHS card
    7. Certificate of address having Photo issued by MP/MLA/Group-A Gazetted Officer on letter head
    8. Certificate of address with photo from Govt. recognized educational institutions(for students only)
    9. Certificate of photo identity issued by Village Panchayath head or its equivalent authority (for rural areas)
    10. Income Tax PAN Card
    11. Caste and Domicile Certificate with photo issued by State Govt.
    12. MGNREGA card issued by Govt.
    13. Smart card (with photo) issued by CSD, Defence/Paramilitary
    14. Current passbook ofPost Office/any scheduled banh having photo
    15. Photo Identity Card (of Central Govl./PSU or State Covt./PSU only)
    16. Photo Identity Card issued by Golt. recognized educational institutions (for students only)
    17. Pensioner Card having photo
    18. Kissan Pass book having photo 
     
  • 8. Is Electronic Money Order expensive?
    Electronic Money Order tariff has been kept same as that for ordinary Money Order.
  • 9. Can I send message along with money through Electronic Money Order?
    Yes, you can send message along with money through Electronic Money Order. You will be provided with the option for message while filling the details and it will be delivered along with the money at no extra cost.
  • 10. Can I track my Electronic Money Order?
    Yes, you can easily track your Electronic Money Order using the Money Order Number provided on receipt. To track  go to  Track Consignment service provided in quick tools on Home Page.
Last Updated:02 Apr 2025