All major editions are covered. Bookings are available for Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kochi and Kozhikode. We also provide services to Thiruvananthapuram, Coimbatore, Madurai, Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam. Reach audiences even in Bhubaneswar and 20 other cities.
Booking directly works — but here's why 10,000+ advertisers choose Riyo Advertising:
| Feature | Riyo Advertising | Direct Booking |
|---|---|---|
| Expert ad drafting & proofreading | ✅ Free | ❌ Self-service |
| Dedicated account manager | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Multi-city bundle discounts | ✅ Up to 15% off | ❌ Standard rates |
| Same-day booking assistance | ✅ Yes | ❌ Limited |
| Agency-level rate access | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Post-publication tearsheet | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
We know how and where to get your ad seen. Career Express is most successful on Wednesdays, with a job ad. There are more property views on Saturday. We select the appropriate slot for you.
Every line costs money. We assist you in writing a brief and concise ad in 3-4 lines. This will not cost you extra and will leave you with all the facts.
We get agency pricing and pass the savings to you. There is a 5% first booking discount too. For frequent users, a loyalty bonus is 10%.
Need to advertise in Chennai, Bangalore and Kochi? We do it in one operation. One bill and improved combination discounts.
We track your ad until it is out. A tearsheet is sent to you in 48-72 hours. If there is an issue, we solve it for you using the paper.
The rates of advertisements in Indian Express vary according to the city and page placement. Below are the latest 2026 estimates. Contact us for a quick city-specific quote.
Cheapest way to advertise in Indian Express. Great for matrimonial, name change, obituary, lost & found, and business notices.
Supports logos, borders, and images. Better visibility for recruitment, property, education, and retail advertisers.
Premium ad placements on the front page, page 3, and key editorial positions.
Full-page ads start at ₹1 Crore+ and provide maximum city-wide visibility.
The most premium format where your brand wraps the entire front page of the newspaper.
Rates are determined by city, ad size, and page placement. Below are the latest 2026 estimates. Contact us for a fast city-specific quote.
The most affordable TNIE ad format. Ideal for matrimonial, lost & found, name change, and personal notices.
Supports logos, borders, photos, and custom layouts for stronger visual impact.
Premium front-page and Page 3 placements for high-visibility campaigns.
Full-page TNIE ads start from ₹65 Lakhs+ and provide maximum visibility across South India and Odisha.
The most premium TNIE format where your brand wraps the entire front page.
Total time: Under 15 minutes
Select your ad type: Matrimonial, Recruitment, Property, Education, Obituary, Name Change, Public Notice, or Business.
Classified Text — Cheapest option charged per line or word.
Classified Display — Supports logos and images, charged per sq cm.
Main Paper Display — Premium ads inside the main newspaper.
Choose one or multiple editions: Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kochi, Bhubaneswar, and 17+ more editions across South India.
Pick a date from our booking calendar. Check our “Best Days” recommendations below for maximum response rates.
Pay using UPI, Credit Card, or Net Banking. You will receive an instant booking confirmation number.
The paper enjoys a tremendous circulation in Tamilnadu, Kerala and Karnataka. The majority of people search for matches on Sunday. Special paper is not required when booking.
Career Express is a special section for jobs.The paper enjoys a tremendous circulation in Tamilnadu, Kerala and Karnataka. The majority of people search for matches on Sunday. Special paper is not required when booking.
Weekends are the best days for property buyers. These days are utilized by builders and landlords to advertise homes or stores. It is the most appropriate method to look for investors in South India, Odisha.
Daily We offer low rates for obituary notices! These can be booked on any day of the week. TNIE has many readers who take the time to follow these notices. Urgent needs can be met for same day booking.
Affidavit copy required An Affidavit copy must be provided for a name change ad. A printed ad becomes a legal document. We assist with compliance with all legal requirements for public notices and court summons.
Editions at Chennai and Bhubaneswar are most useful for any Government body or private firm to publish tender notices. Popular in offices and schools. The Bhubaneswar edition is ideal for targeting the audience in Odisha. Discounts are available when books are booked in bulk.
Monday edex is a special magazine for students and parents. It is published once a week on Mondays. It's terrific for coaching centers and colleges. Reach students of Andhra Pradesh & Telangana with this.
Indulge is a luxury magazine, which is released on Friday. Ideal for fashion, food and luxury brands in Bangalore. For city shops, it is appropriate to use City Express for local events.
| City Edition | Key Supplement | Best Ad Category |
|---|---|---|
| TNIE Chennai | Indulge (Fri), City Express, edex | Recruitment, education, real estate, lifestyle |
| TNIE Bangalore | Indulge (Fri), City Express, Career Express | Tech recruitment, education, real estate |
| TNIE Hyderabad | City Express, Career Express | Recruitment, government notices, real estate |
| TNIE Kochi | City Express | Matrimonial, recruitment, education, obituary |
| TNIE Kozhikode | — | Matrimonial, education, business |
| TNIE Thiruvananthapuram | — | Matrimonial, education, government notices |
| TNIE Coimbatore | edex | Education, recruitment, matrimonial |
| TNIE Madurai | — | Matrimonial, obituary, local business |
| TNIE Vijayawada | — | Government notices, recruitment, tenders |
| TNIE Visakhapatnam | — | Recruitment, government notices, property |
| TNIE Bhubaneswar | — | Government notices, tenders, recruitment |
| TNIE Tirupati | — | Education, religious notices, matrimonial |
Multi-city bookings get combo discounts. Ask us for South India bundle pricing.
| Category | Best Day(s) | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Matrimonial | Sunday | Peak family readership; highest matrimonial response day |
| Recruitment | Wednesday | Career Express publication day |
| Property / Real Estate | Saturday & Sunday | Weekend browsing; dedicated property sections |
| Education / Admissions | Monday | edex publication day |
| Lifestyle / Events | Friday | Indulge supplement (Chennai, Bangalore) |
| Obituary / Condolence | Any day | Daily section with concessional rates |
| Name Change / Legal | Any day | Legal validity, not readership-dependent |
| Tenders / Public Notice | Any day | Institutional readers check daily |
| Lost & Found | Any day | Urgent notices, daily readership |
| Automobiles | Any day | Consistent daily car-buyer readership |
The price of classified text ads in TNIE can range from ₹12 to ₹75 per line. The cost is subject to the city. The most costly are Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Kochi. Cities with less population are way less expensive, say Madurai or Belgaum. Display ads classified begin from ₹350/sq cm in large cities. Please call for a precise quote. We get back to you within 30 minutes.
The two papers commenced in 1932. In 1991 they formed two groups. The northern group retained its name, The Indian Express. In 1999 it was renamed The New Indian Express in the south. These are now two independent companies. The areas of TNIE include South India and Odisha. The other paper is related to North and West India.
This is the best day: Sunday. Most people check matrimonial advertisements on Sundays all over Tamilnadu, Kerala and Karnataka. South Indians have a habit of looking in the Sunday paper for matches. More replies will be received on a Sunday than on a weekday.
TNIE prints at 32 centres around the world. It spans the states of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala and Odisha. It is extremely popular in Kerala. It is also the only major English daily that goes to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands every day.
Yes. A copy of your notarized affidavit must be submitted. The TNIE ad is a legal record of your new name. We provide you with the proper document format. TNIE is accepted for legal notices in all states where it is sold.
Yes. Multiple cities can be booked in one booking. Discount of up to 15% for multi-city bookings. Some popular sets are Chennai, Bangalore in South India and Kochi. Hyderabad, Vijayawada, and Visakhapatnam are the preferred places for people in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. We will be able to beat any price for the areas you want.
Book at least two working days in advance before the ad is to go on the site. If you want to book a high-quality slot, such as front page, then please do it at least 5 to 7 days ahead of time. These places are in short supply particularly during festivals like Pongal, Onam or Diwali.
Yes. 5% discount first booking, 10% discount second booking. When purchasing 4 ads, there's a fifth ad at no cost. There is a “Buy 2, Get 2 Free” scheme for matrimonial ads. We offer custom pricing to regular clients such as hospitals, through our account managers.
A Jacket Ad is a full colour page over the front of the paper. It's the highest quality version of the format. The starting price of the rates is ₹ 65 Lakhs. The ads create a tremendous brand authority. They are ideal for car launches, real estate projects and large hospital groups.
Use Career Express.Published weekly on Wednesdays. It is the primary job supplement of The New Indian Press. If you're looking for a higher-level position, consider using a Sunday display ad and the Wednesday time slot. This helps you to reach more candidates across south India.
edex is the education supplement. It is published every Monday. It features career guidance and exam updates. This is best suited for schools, colleges and coaching centers. The best day to advertise to students and parents is Monday.
Indulge is a luxury lifestyle magazine of The New Indian Express. It comes out every Friday in Chennai and Bangalore. It is about fashion, food and traveling. It's the ideal location for upscale dining, high-end compadres, and five-star hotels to reach affluent urban readers.
Yes. Obituary ads are the first ads printed. For urgent bookings please contact us for the same or next day. We also have reduced rates for these "Sensitive" notices. In Tamil Nadu and Kerala, TNIE has an extensive base of readers and is one of the leading family news newspapers.
We send you a tearsheet (a digital copy of your ad) within 48 to 72 hours. This is vital for legal proof. This will be required for name change notices, tenders and public notices. It acts as an official record of the printing of your ad.
Yes. TNIE is one of the premier English newspapers of Odisha particularly in Bhubaneswar. It will be ideal for Government and professional readers. To cover the whole area, we recommend a combination of an Odia paper like Sambad.
Yes. We deal with Tender Notices for Govt Departments and PSUs all over South India. GST compliant bills and reduced agency rates provided. Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Telangana can be covered from a single point of contact.
The group also prints Dinamani, a top Tamil daily. They also have a Malayalam weekly magazine. Combo ads in both the English and Tamil newspapers are available at a lower rate for people to reach both languages.
Riyo Advertising is an official partner of The New Indian Express. We help advertisers select the best format for recruitment, matrimonial, real estate, education, and public notice advertisements.
Since 2004, we have processed 10,000+ TNIE ad bookings across South India and Odisha. Our team focuses on maximizing visibility and delivering the best value for your advertising budget.
We operate Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 7 PM IST. Contact us at info@riyoadvertising.com for urgent same-day assistance and booking support.
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