{"id":6611,"date":"2026-04-16T11:44:18","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T11:44:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/riyoadvertising.com\/current-info\/?p=6611"},"modified":"2026-04-16T14:17:16","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T14:17:16","slug":"times-of-india-obituary-ad-rates-2026-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/riyoadvertising.com\/current-info\/times-of-india-obituary-ad-rates-2026-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Times of India Obituary Ad Rates 2026 | Book TOI Ads Online"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"6611\" class=\"elementor elementor-6611\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-172a1ce elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"172a1ce\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d38f7ab\" data-id=\"d38f7ab\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-136413d elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"136413d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!DOCTYPE html>\r\n<html lang=\"en\">\r\n\r\n<head>\r\n    <meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\r\n    <meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\">\r\n    <title>Times of India Obituary Ad Rates 2026 | Book TOI Ads Online<\/title>\r\n    <meta name=\"description\"\r\n        content=\"Check the latest Times of India (TOI) Obituary ad rates for 2026. 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In bigger cities such as Mumbai and Delhi, the cost is higher, starting from \u20b9950\u2013\u20b91,100 per line. Display ads generally begin from \u20b94,500, depending on the edition you choose.\"\r\n                }\r\n            },\r\n            {\r\n                \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n                \"name\": \"How far in advance do I need to book a TOI obituary ad?\",\r\n                \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n                    \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n                    \"text\": \"It is best to book your ad at least 2 working days before the publication date using the online portal. If you need same-day publishing, you should contact the TOI advertising helpline directly. 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It is better to confirm the requirement while booking.\"\r\n                }\r\n            },\r\n            {\r\n                \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n                \"name\": \"What is the difference between an obituary ad and a remembrance ad in TOI?\",\r\n                \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n                    \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n                    \"text\": \"An obituary ad is used to inform people about a recent death and may include funeral details. A remembrance ad is published later, usually on the death anniversary, to honour and remember the person. Both serve different purposes but come under the same category.\"\r\n                }\r\n            },\r\n            {\r\n                \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n                \"name\": \"Can I publish an obituary in multiple TOI city editions simultaneously?\",\r\n                \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n                    \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n                    \"text\": \"Yes, you can select multiple city editions while booking online. Each city is charged separately, but you can complete the entire booking and payment in one go.\"\r\n                }\r\n            },\r\n            {\r\n                \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n                \"name\": \"How do I cancel or modify a TOI obituary ad after booking?\",\r\n                \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n                    \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n                    \"text\": \"You should contact TOI advertising support as soon as possible. Changes or cancellations are usually allowed only if the ad has not yet gone into production, typically 24\u201348 hours before publication. Always check the cancellation policy while booking.\"\r\n                }\r\n            }\r\n        ]\r\n    }\r\n]\r\n<\/script>\r\n<\/head>\r\n\r\n<body class=\"bg-slate-50 text-slate-900 leading-relaxed font-sans\">\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"bg-white overflow-hidden\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"bg-slate-50 border border-slate-200 rounded-xl p-8 mb-12 shadow-inner\">\r\n            <h2 class=\"text-sm font-bold mb-6 flex items-center gap-2 text-slate-800 uppercase tracking-widest\">\r\n                <span class=\"w-1.5 h-6 bg-[#BB2D29] rounded\"><\/span>\r\n                Table of Contents\r\n            <\/h2>\r\n            <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 gap-x-12 gap-y-3\">\r\n                <a href=\"#why-toi\"\r\n                    class=\"flex items-center gap-2 text-slate-600 hover:text-[#BB2D29] transition-all font-medium text-base\">\r\n                    <span class=\"text-[#BB2D29]\">01.<\/span> Why Families Choose TOI for Obituaries\r\n                <\/a>\r\n                <a href=\"#formats\"\r\n                    class=\"flex items-center gap-2 text-slate-600 hover:text-[#BB2D29] transition-all font-medium text-base\">\r\n                    <span class=\"text-[#BB2D29]\">02.<\/span> Types of Obituary Ad Formats\r\n                <\/a>\r\n                <a href=\"#rates\"\r\n                    class=\"flex items-center gap-2 text-slate-600 hover:text-[#BB2D29] transition-all font-medium text-base\">\r\n                    <span class=\"text-[#BB2D29]\">03.<\/span> Times of India Obituary Rates 2026\r\n                <\/a>\r\n                <a href=\"#how-to-book\"\r\n                    class=\"flex items-center gap-2 text-slate-600 hover:text-[#BB2D29] transition-all font-medium text-base\">\r\n                    <span class=\"text-[#BB2D29]\">04.<\/span> Step-by-Step Online Booking Guide\r\n                <\/a>\r\n                <a href=\"#documents\"\r\n                    class=\"flex items-center gap-2 text-slate-600 hover:text-[#BB2D29] transition-all font-medium text-base\">\r\n                    <span class=\"text-[#BB2D29]\">05.<\/span> Required Documents\r\n                <\/a>\r\n                <a href=\"#writing-tips\"\r\n                    class=\"flex items-center gap-2 text-slate-600 hover:text-[#BB2D29] transition-all font-medium text-base\">\r\n                    <span class=\"text-[#BB2D29]\">06.<\/span> How to Write an Effective Obituary Ad\r\n                <\/a>\r\n                <a href=\"#agents\"\r\n                    class=\"flex items-center gap-2 text-slate-600 hover:text-[#BB2D29] transition-all font-medium text-base\">\r\n                    <span class=\"text-[#BB2D29]\">07.<\/span> Booking via Third-Party Agents\r\n                <\/a>\r\n                <a href=\"#faq\"\r\n                    class=\"flex items-center gap-2 text-slate-600 hover:text-[#BB2D29] transition-all font-medium text-base\">\r\n                    <span class=\"text-[#BB2D29]\">08.<\/span> Frequently Asked Questions\r\n                <\/a>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div\r\n            class=\"flex flex-col items-center gap-4 my-10 p-8 bg-slate-900 rounded-2xl text-white shadow-2xl transform hover:scale-[1.02] transition-all\">\r\n            <div class=\"text-center\">\r\n                <p class=\"text-slate-400 text-xs uppercase tracking-[0.2em] mb-2 font-bold\">Times of India Ad Booking\r\n                <\/p>\r\n                <a href=\"tel:+919821984000\"\r\n                    class=\"text-2xl md:text-3xl font-bold hover:text-[#BB2D29] transition-colors flex items-center gap-3 justify-center\">\r\n                    <span>\ud83d\udcde<\/span> +91 98219 84000\r\n                <\/a>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"h-px w-24 bg-slate-700\"><\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"text-base text-slate-300 font-medium italic text-center max-w-md uppercase tracking-wider\">\r\n                Riyo Advertising: Authorized TOI Partner Since 2010\r\n            <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <section id=\"why-toi\" class=\"mb-20 scroll-mt-24\">\r\n            <h1 class=\"text-4xl md:text-5xl font-black mb-8 text-slate-900 leading-tight\">\r\n                Obituary Ad in Times of India: Rates, Booking Process & Requirements (2026)\r\n            <\/h1>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"flex items-center gap-2 text-slate-500 font-medium mb-8\">\r\n                <span>Last updated: April 2026<\/span>\r\n                <span>|<\/span>\r\n                <span>Estimated reading time: 7 minutes<\/span>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"bg-slate-50 p-8 rounded-3xl mb-8 border-l-4 border-[#BB2D29]\">\r\n                <strong>Quick Answer:<\/strong> To book an obituary ad in Times of India, visit ads.timesofindia.com, select the \"Obituary\" category, choose your city edition, compose your ad, upload a death certificate, and pay online. Rates start from <strong>\u20b9600 per line<\/strong> for classified text ads, varying by edition.\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"flex items-center gap-4 mb-8\">\r\n                <div class=\"h-10 w-2 bg-[#BB2D29] rounded-full\"><\/div>\r\n                <h2 class=\"text-3xl font-bold text-slate-900\">Why Families Choose TOI for Obituary Notices<\/h2>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"text-lg text-slate-600 space-y-6 leading-relaxed\">\r\n                <p>\r\n                    The Times of India is one of India\u2019s most widely read English newspapers, with strong readership in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Pune, Chennai, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad. Because of its wide reach, many families choose TOI to share obituary notices with a large network of relatives, friends, and colleagues.\r\n                <\/p>\r\n                <p>\r\n                    It is a trusted platform to announce a passing, share funeral details, or inform people about prayer meetings such as Uthamam, Chautha, or Uthala. Families also use it to mark death anniversaries.\r\n                <\/p>\r\n                <p>\r\n                    TOI has dedicated obituary sections in its city editions. This helps ensure that the notice reaches the right local audience instead of getting mixed with general classified ads, making it easier for people to see and respond.\r\n                <\/p>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/section>\r\n\r\n        <section id=\"formats\" class=\"mb-20 scroll-mt-24\">\r\n            <div class=\"flex items-center gap-4 mb-8\">\r\n                <div class=\"h-10 w-2 bg-[#BB2D29] rounded-full\"><\/div>\r\n                <h2 class=\"text-3xl font-bold text-slate-900\"><a href=\"https:\/\/riyoadvertising.com\/times-of-india-display-ad-rates.shtml\">Types of Obituary Ad Formats in TOI<\/a><\/h2>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"text-lg text-slate-600 mb-8\">The Times of India offers three main formats for obituary notices. You can choose one based on your budget, urgency, and how detailed or visible you want the notice to be.<\/p>\r\n            <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-3 gap-6\">\r\n                <div class=\"p-6 bg-white border border-slate-100 rounded-2xl shadow-sm hover:shadow-md transition-all\">\r\n                    <h4 class=\"font-bold text-slate-900 mb-2\">1. <a href=\"https:\/\/riyoadvertising.com\/obituary-ads.shtml\">Classified Text Obituary Ad<\/a><\/h4>\r\n                    <p class=\"text-base text-slate-600 mb-4\">This is the most affordable option. The notice appears as simple text in the classified section and follows a standard format. Charges are based on the number of words or lines.<\/p>\r\n                    <p class=\"text-sm text-slate-500 font-medium\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Basic death announcements, prayer meeting details, and budget-friendly notices.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"p-6 bg-white border border-slate-100 rounded-2xl shadow-sm hover:shadow-md transition-all\">\r\n                    <h4 class=\"font-bold text-slate-900 mb-2\">2. <a href=\"https:\/\/riyoadvertising.com\/times-of-india-display-ad-rates.shtml\">Classified Display Obituary Ad<\/a><\/h4>\r\n                    <p class=\"text-base text-slate-600 mb-4\">This option allows more customization. You can include a photograph, choose fonts, and add borders or layouts. Charges are based on the size of the ad in square centimeters.<\/p>\r\n                    <p class=\"text-sm text-slate-500 font-medium\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Personal tributes where you want to include a photo and make the notice more meaningful.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"p-6 bg-white border border-slate-100 rounded-2xl shadow-sm hover:shadow-md transition-all\">\r\n                    <h4 class=\"font-bold text-slate-900 mb-2\">3. <a href=\"https:\/\/riyoadvertising.com\/times-of-india-display-ad-rates.shtml\">Full Display Obituary Ad<\/a><\/h4>\r\n                    <p class=\"text-base text-slate-600 mb-4\">These are large ads placed in prominent positions, such as obituary pages or city sections. They are available in different sizes like quarter-page, half-page, or full-page.<\/p>\r\n                    <p class=\"text-sm text-slate-500 font-medium\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> High-visibility tributes, corporate notices, or when you want to reach the maximum number of readers.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/section>\r\n\r\n        <section id=\"rates\" class=\"mb-20 scroll-mt-24\">\r\n            <div class=\"flex items-center gap-4 mb-8\">\r\n                <div class=\"h-10 w-2 bg-[#BB2D29] rounded-full\"><\/div>\r\n                <h2 class=\"text-3xl font-bold text-slate-900\"><a href=\"https:\/\/riyoadvertising.com\/times-of-india-obituary-ad-rates.shtml\">Times of India Obituary Rates 2026<\/a><\/h2>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"text-lg text-slate-600 mb-8\">Rates vary by city edition, ad format, day of publication, and placement. The table below reflects estimated base rates; always confirm current pricing directly at ads.timesofindia.com before booking.<\/p>\r\n            <div class=\"bg-white rounded-3xl border border-slate-200 shadow-xl overflow-hidden mb-6\">\r\n                <div class=\"overflow-x-auto\">\r\n                    <table class=\"w-full text-left min-w-max\">\r\n                        <thead class=\"bg-slate-900 text-white\">\r\n                            <tr>\r\n                                <th class=\"p-4\">City Edition<\/th>\r\n                                <th class=\"p-4\">Classified Text (per line)<\/th>\r\n                                <th class=\"p-4\">Classified Display (per sq. cm)<\/th>\r\n                                <th class=\"p-4\">Full Display (starting)<\/th>\r\n                            <\/tr>\r\n                        <\/thead>\r\n                        <tbody class=\"divide-y divide-slate-100 text-base\">\r\n                            <tr>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4 font-bold\">Mumbai<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b9950 \u2013 \u20b91,100<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b9450 \u2013 \u20b9600<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b98,000+<\/td>\r\n                            <\/tr>\r\n                            <tr>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4 font-bold\">Delhi \/ NCR<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b9850 \u2013 \u20b91,000<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b9400 \u2013 \u20b9550<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b97,000+<\/td>\r\n                            <\/tr>\r\n                            <tr>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4 font-bold\">Bengaluru<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b9700 \u2013 \u20b9900<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b9350 \u2013 \u20b9500<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b96,000+<\/td>\r\n                            <\/tr>\r\n                            <tr>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4 font-bold\">Pune<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b9600 \u2013 \u20b9800<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b9300 \u2013 \u20b9450<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b95,000+<\/td>\r\n                            <\/tr>\r\n                            <tr>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4 font-bold\">Chennai<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b9600 \u2013 \u20b9750<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b9280 \u2013 \u20b9400<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b95,000+<\/td>\r\n                            <\/tr>\r\n                            <tr>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4 font-bold\">Kolkata<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b9550 \u2013 \u20b9700<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b9250 \u2013 \u20b9380<\/td>\r\n                                <td class=\"p-4\">\u20b94,500+<\/td>\r\n                            <\/tr>\r\n                        <\/tbody>\r\n                    <\/table>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"bg-slate-50 p-6 rounded-2xl border border-slate-100 space-y-2\">\r\n                <h4 class=\"font-bold text-slate-900 mb-3\">Important pricing notes:<\/h4>\r\n                <ul class=\"list-disc pl-5 text-slate-600 space-y-1\">\r\n                    <li>Weekend editions (Saturday\/Sunday) usually cost 10\u201315% more.<\/li>\r\n                    <li>Rates for supplement placements (such as TOI city supplements) may be different from the main newspaper.<\/li>\r\n                    <li>Prices can change from time to time, so always check the official portal before making any payment.<\/li>\r\n                <\/ul>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/section>\r\n\r\n        <section id=\"how-to-book\" class=\"mb-20 scroll-mt-24\">\r\n            <div class=\"flex items-center gap-4 mb-8\">\r\n                <div class=\"h-10 w-2 bg-[#BB2D29] rounded-full\"><\/div>\r\n                <h2 class=\"text-3xl font-bold text-slate-900\">Step-by-Step: <a href=\"https:\/\/riyoadvertising.com\/times-of-india-obituary-ad-rates.shtml\">How to Book an Obituary Ad in Times of India Online<\/a><\/h2>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"text-lg text-slate-600 mb-8\">Booking an obituary ad online is quick and simple. Once your details and documents are ready, the process usually takes less than 15 minutes.<\/p>\r\n            <div class=\"space-y-4\">\r\n                <div class=\"flex items-start gap-4 p-5 bg-white border border-slate-100 rounded-2xl shadow-sm\">\r\n                    <div class=\"bg-[#BB2D29] text-white font-bold rounded-full w-10 h-10 flex items-center justify-center shrink-0\">1<\/div>\r\n                    <div>\r\n                        <h4 class=\"font-bold text-slate-900 text-lg mb-1\">Go to the official portal<\/h4>\r\n                        <p class=\"text-base text-slate-600\">Visit <strong>ads.timesofindia.com<\/strong>. This is the official website for booking Times of India classified and display ads.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"flex items-start gap-4 p-5 bg-white border border-slate-100 rounded-2xl shadow-sm\">\r\n                    <div class=\"bg-[#BB2D29] text-white font-bold rounded-full w-10 h-10 flex items-center justify-center shrink-0\">2<\/div>\r\n                    <div>\r\n                        <h4 class=\"font-bold text-slate-900 text-lg mb-1\">Select the \"Obituary\" or \"Remembrance\" category<\/h4>\r\n                        <p class=\"text-base text-slate-600\">On the homepage, go to Classifieds \u2192 Obituary \/ Remembrance \/ Death Notice.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"flex items-start gap-4 p-5 bg-white border border-slate-100 rounded-2xl shadow-sm\">\r\n                    <div class=\"bg-[#BB2D29] text-white font-bold rounded-full w-10 h-10 flex items-center justify-center shrink-0\">3<\/div>\r\n                    <div>\r\n                        <h4 class=\"font-bold text-slate-900 text-lg mb-1\">Choose your city edition<\/h4>\r\n                        <p class=\"text-base text-slate-600\">Pick the city where you want your ad to appear. You can choose more than one edition, but each will be charged separately.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"flex items-start gap-4 p-5 bg-white border border-slate-100 rounded-2xl shadow-sm\">\r\n                    <div class=\"bg-[#BB2D29] text-white font-bold rounded-full w-10 h-10 flex items-center justify-center shrink-0\">4<\/div>\r\n                    <div>\r\n                        <h4 class=\"font-bold text-slate-900 text-lg mb-1\">Compose your advertisement<\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"text-base text-slate-600 list-disc pl-5 mt-2 space-y-1\">\r\n                            <li><strong>Text ads:<\/strong> Type your message in the box. You\u2019ll see the character count and cost instantly.<\/li>\r\n                            <li><strong>Classified display ads:<\/strong> Upload a photo and design your ad using available templates.<\/li>\r\n                            <li><strong>Full display ads:<\/strong> Upload a ready-made design (PDF\/JPG) or ask for design help.<\/li>\r\n                        <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"flex items-start gap-4 p-5 bg-white border border-slate-100 rounded-2xl shadow-sm\">\r\n                    <div class=\"bg-[#BB2D29] text-white font-bold rounded-full w-10 h-10 flex items-center justify-center shrink-0\">5<\/div>\r\n                    <div>\r\n                        <h4 class=\"font-bold text-slate-900 text-lg mb-1\">Choose your publication date<\/h4>\r\n                        <p class=\"text-base text-slate-600\">Select your preferred date from the calendar. It\u2019s best to book at least 2 working days in advance. For urgent bookings, contact the TOI helpline.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"flex items-start gap-4 p-5 bg-white border border-slate-100 rounded-2xl shadow-sm\">\r\n                    <div class=\"bg-[#BB2D29] text-white font-bold rounded-full w-10 h-10 flex items-center justify-center shrink-0\">6<\/div>\r\n                    <div>\r\n                        <h4 class=\"font-bold text-slate-900 text-lg mb-1\">Upload mandatory documents<\/h4>\r\n                        <p class=\"text-base text-slate-600\">Upload the required documents to verify the ad. Without them, the booking cannot be completed.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"flex items-start gap-4 p-5 bg-white border border-slate-100 rounded-2xl shadow-sm\">\r\n                    <div class=\"bg-[#BB2D29] text-white font-bold rounded-full w-10 h-10 flex items-center justify-center shrink-0\">7<\/div>\r\n                    <div>\r\n                        <h4 class=\"font-bold text-slate-900 text-lg mb-1\">Review and pay<\/h4>\r\n                        <p class=\"text-base text-slate-600\">Check all details carefully, especially names and dates. Then make the payment using card, net banking, or UPI. You will receive a confirmation and invoice via email.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/section>\r\n\r\n        <section id=\"documents\" class=\"mb-20 scroll-mt-24\">\r\n            <div class=\"flex items-center gap-4 mb-8\">\r\n                <div class=\"h-10 w-2 bg-[#BB2D29] rounded-full\"><\/div>\r\n                <h2 class=\"text-3xl font-bold text-slate-900\">Required Documents<\/h2>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"text-lg text-slate-600 mb-8\">To prevent fraudulent death notices, Times of India requires identity and death verification before publishing.<\/p>\r\n            <div class=\"bg-white rounded-3xl border border-slate-200 shadow-xl overflow-hidden mb-6\">\r\n                <table class=\"w-full text-left\">\r\n                    <thead class=\"bg-slate-900 text-white\">\r\n                        <tr>\r\n                            <th class=\"p-4 w-1\/3\">Document<\/th>\r\n                            <th class=\"p-4\">Details<\/th>\r\n                        <\/tr>\r\n                    <\/thead>\r\n                    <tbody class=\"divide-y divide-slate-100 text-base\">\r\n                        <tr>\r\n                            <td class=\"p-4 font-bold text-slate-900\">Death Certificate<\/td>\r\n                            <td class=\"p-4 text-slate-600\">Scanned copy issued by hospital, municipal corporation, or crematorium authority<\/td>\r\n                        <\/tr>\r\n                        <tr>\r\n                            <td class=\"p-4 font-bold text-slate-900\">Doctor's Certificate<\/td>\r\n                            <td class=\"p-4 text-slate-600\">Accepted as interim proof if the official death certificate is pending<\/td>\r\n                        <\/tr>\r\n                        <tr>\r\n                            <td class=\"p-4 font-bold text-slate-900\">Booking Person's ID Proof<\/td>\r\n                            <td class=\"p-4 text-slate-600\">Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, or Voter ID of the person submitting the ad<\/td>\r\n                        <\/tr>\r\n                    <\/tbody>\r\n                <\/table>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"bg-slate-50 p-6 rounded-2xl border border-slate-100 text-slate-700 italic\">\r\n                Upload all documents as clear JPG or PDF scans. Blurry or incomplete documents will delay publication.\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/section>\r\n\r\n        <section id=\"writing-tips\" class=\"mb-20 scroll-mt-24\">\r\n            <div class=\"flex items-center gap-4 mb-8\">\r\n                <div class=\"h-10 w-2 bg-[#BB2D29] rounded-full\"><\/div>\r\n                <h2 class=\"text-3xl font-bold text-slate-900\">How to Write an Effective Obituary Ad<\/h2>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"text-lg text-slate-600 space-y-6 leading-relaxed\">\r\n                <p>A good obituary ad shares important details clearly while respectfully honouring the person\u2019s life.<\/p>\r\n                <div class=\"bg-white p-6 md:p-8 rounded-3xl shadow-sm border border-slate-100\">\r\n                    <h4 class=\"font-bold text-slate-900 mb-4\">Make sure to include these key details:<\/h4>\r\n                    <ul class=\"list-disc pl-5 space-y-2 text-base\">\r\n                        <li>Full name of the deceased, along with any commonly used nicknames<\/li>\r\n                        <li>Date of birth and date of passing<\/li>\r\n                        <li>A short mention of close relationships (for example, \u201cbeloved father of\u201d or \u201cdear wife of\u201d)<\/li>\r\n                        <li>Date, time, and location of the funeral or prayer service<\/li>\r\n                        <li>Contact name and phone number for condolences or RSVP<\/li>\r\n                    <\/ul>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <p>For photo ads, use a recent and clear picture. A simple portrait with a plain background works best. The image should be at least 300 DPI for good print quality. Avoid using cropped group photos.<\/p>\r\n                <p>Always proofread the ad before submitting it. Mistakes in names, dates, or venue details usually cannot be fixed after publication. It\u2019s a good idea to have another family member check it as well.<\/p>\r\n                <p>Keep the tone simple and respectful. For standard announcements, use clear and formal language. For remembrance ads or death anniversaries, you can use a more personal and warm tone.<\/p>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/section>\r\n\r\n        <section id=\"agents\" class=\"mb-20 scroll-mt-24\">\r\n            <div class=\"flex items-center gap-4 mb-8\">\r\n                <div class=\"h-10 w-2 bg-[#BB2D29] rounded-full\"><\/div>\r\n                <h2 class=\"text-3xl font-bold text-slate-900\">Booking Through Third-Party Advertising Agents<\/h2>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"text-lg text-slate-600 space-y-6 leading-relaxed mb-8\">\r\n                <p>\r\n                    If booking an obituary ad online feels difficult during a tough time, you can use authorised advertising agents to handle everything for you, often within a few hours.\r\n                <\/p>\r\n                <p>\r\n                    Some reliable agencies include <strong>Riyo Advertising<\/strong>. These agencies usually provide:\r\n                <\/p>\r\n                <ul class=\"list-disc pl-5 space-y-2 text-base bg-white p-6 rounded-2xl border border-slate-100 shadow-sm mt-4\">\r\n                    <li>Complete booking support, including document submission<\/li>\r\n                    <li>Free ad design for classified display ads<\/li>\r\n                    <li>Help in choosing the most cost-effective newspaper editions<\/li>\r\n                    <li>Same-day booking through phone or WhatsApp<\/li>\r\n                <\/ul>\r\n                <p class=\"font-medium text-slate-700 bg-slate-50 p-4 rounded-xl border border-slate-200 mt-6 inline-block\">\r\n                    Before sharing any personal documents or making a payment, always confirm that the agent is an authorised TOI partner.\r\n                <\/p>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/section>\r\n\r\n        <section id=\"faq\" class=\"mb-20 scroll-mt-24\">\r\n            <div class=\"flex items-center gap-4 mb-8\">\r\n                <div class=\"h-10 w-2 bg-[#BB2D29] rounded-full\"><\/div>\r\n                <h2 class=\"text-3xl font-bold text-slate-900\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"space-y-4\">\r\n                <details class=\"group bg-slate-50 rounded-2xl border border-slate-200 overflow-hidden\" open>\r\n                    <summary\r\n                        class=\"flex justify-between items-center p-6 cursor-pointer list-none font-bold text-slate-900\">\r\n                        <span>How much does an obituary ad cost in Times of India?<\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"group-open:rotate-180 transition-transform\">\u25bc<\/span>\r\n                    <\/summary>\r\n                    <div class=\"px-6 pb-6 text-base text-slate-600\">\r\n                        Obituary ad rates in the Times of India usually start from around \u20b9550\u2013\u20b9600 per line for classified text ads in smaller cities like Kolkata, Pune, and Chennai. In bigger cities such as Mumbai and Delhi, the cost is higher, starting from \u20b9950\u2013\u20b91,100 per line. Display ads generally begin from \u20b94,500, depending on the edition you choose.\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/details>\r\n                <details class=\"group bg-slate-50 rounded-2xl border border-slate-200 overflow-hidden\">\r\n                    <summary\r\n                        class=\"flex justify-between items-center p-6 cursor-pointer list-none font-bold text-slate-900\">\r\n                        <span>How far in advance do I need to book a TOI obituary ad?<\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"group-open:rotate-180 transition-transform\">\u25bc<\/span>\r\n                    <\/summary>\r\n                    <div class=\"px-6 pb-6 text-base text-slate-600\">\r\n                        It is best to book your ad at least 2 working days before the publication date using the online portal. If you need same-day publishing, you should contact the TOI advertising helpline directly. Approval depends on space availability.\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/details>\r\n                <details class=\"group bg-slate-50 rounded-2xl border border-slate-200 overflow-hidden\">\r\n                    <summary\r\n                        class=\"flex justify-between items-center p-6 cursor-pointer list-none font-bold text-slate-900\">\r\n                        <span>Can I book a TOI obituary ad without a death certificate?<\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"group-open:rotate-180 transition-transform\">\u25bc<\/span>\r\n                    <\/summary>\r\n                    <div class=\"px-6 pb-6 text-base text-slate-600\">\r\n                        Yes, in many cases you can use a doctor\u2019s certificate or a hospital letter as temporary proof. However, some editions may still ask for the official death certificate. It is better to confirm the requirement while booking.\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/details>\r\n                <details class=\"group bg-slate-50 rounded-2xl border border-slate-200 overflow-hidden\">\r\n                    <summary\r\n                        class=\"flex justify-between items-center p-6 cursor-pointer list-none font-bold text-slate-900\">\r\n                        <span>What is the difference between an obituary ad and a remembrance ad in TOI?<\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"group-open:rotate-180 transition-transform\">\u25bc<\/span>\r\n                    <\/summary>\r\n                    <div class=\"px-6 pb-6 text-base text-slate-600\">\r\n                        An obituary ad is used to inform people about a recent death and may include funeral details. A remembrance ad is published later, usually on the death anniversary, to honour and remember the person. Both serve different purposes but come under the same category.\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/details>\r\n                <details class=\"group bg-slate-50 rounded-2xl border border-slate-200 overflow-hidden\">\r\n                    <summary\r\n                        class=\"flex justify-between items-center p-6 cursor-pointer list-none font-bold text-slate-900\">\r\n                        <span>Can I publish an obituary in multiple TOI city editions simultaneously?<\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"group-open:rotate-180 transition-transform\">\u25bc<\/span>\r\n                    <\/summary>\r\n                    <div class=\"px-6 pb-6 text-base text-slate-600\">\r\n                        Yes, you can select multiple city editions while booking online. Each city is charged separately, but you can complete the entire booking and payment in one go.\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/details>\r\n                <details class=\"group bg-slate-50 rounded-2xl border border-slate-200 overflow-hidden\">\r\n                    <summary\r\n                        class=\"flex justify-between items-center p-6 cursor-pointer list-none font-bold text-slate-900\">\r\n                        <span>How do I cancel or modify a TOI obituary ad after booking?<\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"group-open:rotate-180 transition-transform\">\u25bc<\/span>\r\n                    <\/summary>\r\n                    <div class=\"px-6 pb-6 text-base text-slate-600\">\r\n                        You should contact TOI advertising support as soon as possible. Changes or cancellations are usually allowed only if the ad has not yet gone into production, typically 24\u201348 hours before publication. Always check the cancellation policy while booking.\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/details>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/section>\r\n\r\n        <section id=\"conclusion\" class=\"mt-20\">\r\n            <div\r\n                class=\"premium-card p-12 bg-slate-900 text-white rounded-[3rem] text-center relative overflow-hidden shadow-2xl\">\r\n                <div class=\"absolute inset-0 bg-gradient-to-br from-[#BB2D29]\/20 to-transparent\"><\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"relative z-10 max-w-3xl mx-auto\">\r\n                    <h2 class=\"text-4xl font-black mb-6\">Summary<\/h2>\r\n                    <div class=\"space-y-6 text-lg text-slate-300 leading-relaxed text-left mb-10\">\r\n                        <p>Booking an obituary ad in the Times of India is simple if you follow the process. First, choose the type of ad based on your budget and needs. 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