India Post Launches IT 2.0 – Advanced Postal Technology to Drive Digital Transformation Nationwide
India Post Launches IT 2.0 – Advanced Postal Technology (APT)
📍 Announcement: Nationwide rollout of IT 2.0 – Advanced Postal Technology (APT) by India Post.
- Vision: Part of Digital India, guided by PM Narendra Modi and Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia.
- Developer: Centre for Excellence in Postal Technology (CEPT) – indigenously built.
- Infrastructure: Runs on MeghRaj 2.0 Cloud (Government of India cloud initiative), with BSNL’s nationwide connectivity.
Key Features of IT 2.0 (APT)
- Unified Interface – single platform for multiple postal services.
- QR-code-based payments – digital transactions simplified.
- OTP-based delivery system – enhanced security in last-mile delivery.
- 10-digit alphanumeric DIGIPIN – improves addressing accuracy and reduces errors.
Significance
- Major step in digitisation of postal services.
- Enhances customer convenience, transparency, and efficiency.
- Aligns with Digital India Mission and e-governance goals.
Updated : August 20, 2025 7:20 AM | News On Air