Archive · 8 Jun 2025
DIGIPIN: India's New Digital Address System Explained
India is introducing DIGIPIN, a new digital address system.
It uses a special 10-character code to mark locations very accurately.
This helps delivery services and emergency responders find places more quickly.
The new system won't replace the current six-digit PIN codes, but will work with them for better precision.
You can get your unique DIGIPIN through the 'Know Your DIGIPIN' website, using a smartphone's location services.
DIGIPIN will work everywhere, even in tricky areas.
The system is open-source and privacy-focused, storing only location data, not personal info.
DIGIPIN is a new digital address system for India.
It uses a 10-character alphanumeric code for precise location identification.
DIGIPIN will enhance delivery services and emergency response.
The system won't replace existing 6-digit PIN codes; it adds another layer of accuracy.
Users can generate their DIGIPIN via the 'Know Your DIGIPIN' portal.
- Who
- Developed by the Department of Posts in collaboration with IIT Hyderabad and ISRO's National Remote Sensing Centre.
- What
- DIGIPIN, a 10-character digital address system.
- When
- Not specified in the article.
- Where
- Applicable across India, including urban, rural, and maritime zones.
- Why
- To improve addressing accuracy for deliveries, emergency services, and streamline services.
- Developer
- Department of Posts
- DIGIPIN Code
- 10-character alphanumeric
- Collaborators
- IIT Hyderabad and ISRO’s National Remote Sensing Centre
- Relationship to PIN
- Additional layer of precision, not a replacement
- Property Area
- Approximately 4 x 4 square meters
- DIGIPIN Portal
- dac.indiapost.gov.in/mydigipin/home
