PinLookup API

Power your applications with accurate Indian pincode data through our simple REST API

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Lightning Fast

Get responses in milliseconds with our optimized database infrastructure.

No API Key

Start immediately with simple IP-based authentication. No registration required.

Rich Data

Get comprehensive pincode details including post office, district, state and more.

API Documentation

Everything you need to integrate with our pincode API

Getting Started

Our API is free to use with the following limits:

  • 5,000 requests per day per IP address
  • No API key required - simple IP-based authentication
  • Rate limits reset at midnight IST
  • JSON responses only
GET

Pincode Lookup

https://pinlookup.in/api/pincode?pincode=110001

Parameters

Parameter Required Type Description
pincode Yes String 6-digit Indian pincode

Example Request

curl -X GET "https://pinlookup.in/api/pincode?pincode=110001" \
-H "Accept: application/json"

Success Response

{
  "data": {
    "pincode": "110001",
    "office_name": "Connaught Place",
    "office_type": "H.O",
    "division_name": "New Delhi Central",
    "region_name": "Delhi",
    "circle_name": "Delhi",
    "taluk": "Connaught Place",
    "district_name": "New Delhi",
    "state_name": "Delhi",
    "telephone": "011-23456789",
    "related_suboffice": "Parliament Street",
    "related_headoffice": "New Delhi GPO",
    "longitude": "77.2106",
    "latitude": "28.6304"
  },
  "meta": {
    "remaining": 4999,
    "reset_time": "2023-07-20T23:59:59+05:30"
  }
}

Error Responses

Invalid Pincode (400 Bad Request)

{
  "error": "Pincode must be 6 digits"
}

Pincode Not Found (404 Not Found)

{
  "error": "Pincode not found"
}

Rate Limit Exceeded (429 Too Many Requests)

{
  "error": "Daily limit exceeded (5000 requests per IP)",
  "remaining": 0,
  "reset_time": "2023-07-20T23:59:59+05:30"
}

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there any cost to use this API?

No, our API is completely free to use with up to 5,000 requests per day per IP address.

What data fields are included in the response?

Each pincode response includes office name, type, district, state, coordinates, and related post offices. See the full response format above.

How accurate is your pincode data?

Our data is sourced from official India Post records and is updated regularly to ensure accuracy.

Can I use this API in commercial applications?

Yes, you can use our API in commercial applications as long as you comply with our Terms of Service.