The Hindu 2026 Rates — Classified, Display, Matrimonial & Obituary agency rates, up to 15% off counter. Confirmed within 30 minutes.
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Book your The Hindu ad online in classified, display, matrimonial, recruitment, obituary, property, and public notice categories — at agency rates, up to 15% off counter. Call or WhatsApp 9821984000 and get a confirmed rate within 30 minutes.
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If you tell us three things, an exact price will be given to you in minutes: your ad category , your edition, and your publication date. Just three details—no need to dig through rate tables—and we will be able to quote your The Hindu ad rate on the spot, and it will be confirmed within 30 minutes on working days.
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*Rates vary sharply by edition — Chennai and Tamil Nadu combined editions sit at the top of the range, while smaller town editions may be considerably lower. Call for your exact edition figure.
Print advertising isn't competing with digital for attention — it's winning a different kind of attention entirely.
Time a reader can spend engaging with a newspaper rather than scrolling past an advertisement.
Attention you don't have to interrupt.
Your The Hindu advertisement appears inside an experience the reader has already chosen to engage with.
A digital ad may get a two-second glance between notifications. A The Hindu reader spends 20–40 minutes with the paper, making your newspaper ad part of what they're already paying attention to.
Choose Chennai , Bengaluru or any of 33+ The Hindu editions to reach a defined city — without cookies, tracking permissions or changing platform rules.
Since 1878, The Hindu has been the paper of record in South India, the common English newspaper for courts, governments, and the educated professional class in the region. Your ad is adjacent to trusted journalism; for categories that rely on trust, it does work for the association: property ads, matrimonial, recruitment, legal notices.
Newspapers are naturally shared — at home, in the office and in public spaces. A single The Hindu ad insertion can therefore reach more readers than the circulation number alone suggests.
Want to know which The Hindu edition and ad format fits your requirement?
Explore The Hindu Ad RatesFrom simple classifieds to premium newspaper positions, choose the format that fits your campaign.
Plain running-text ads charged per line — the most economical way to advertise in The Hindu.
Best For
Matrimonial · Obituary · Name Change · Lost & Found
Add a photo, logo, colour and custom typography for stronger visibility within the classifieds section.
Best For
Property · Recruitment · Business · Education
Full-scale advertisements placed alongside editorial content across The Hindu pages and editions.
Formats
ROP · Ear Panel · Strip · Half Page · Full Page
Front page, back page and full jacket wraps designed for maximum visibility and national impact.
Best For
National Launches · Major Brands · High-Impact Campaigns
Creative newspaper formats designed around your campaign idea, size and execution requirements.
Best For
Creative Concepts · Brand Campaigns · Custom Executions
Tell us what you're advertising, your city and budget. We'll suggest the suitable format and rate.
Get Recommendation →Rates below are effective January 2026, per category and edition. Confirm before ordering design, since position premiums and edition-specific surcharges can apply.
Our Rates
Up to 15% Below Counter Rate
Rates per 5 lines unless otherwise mentioned
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| Category | Chennai | Bengaluru | Hyderabad | Tier-2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matrimonial | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line |
| Recruitment | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line |
| Property | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line |
| Obituary | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line |
| Public Notice | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line |
| Name Change | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line | ₹18–₹95/line |
Minimum recommended size: 8 × 5 cm
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| Category | Chennai | Bengaluru | Hyderabad | Kochi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matrimonial | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 |
| Recruitment | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 |
| Property | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 |
| Obituary | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 |
| Education | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 |
| Public Notice | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 | ₹400–₹1,000 |
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Final rates depend on category, edition, size, date and position. Confirm the applicable rate before finalising your advertisement.
Premium Display Advertising
Rates per sq.cm · Final pricing varies by page, position and edition.
| Edition | Base Rate | Front Page | Page 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai | ₹5,715 | ₹7,144 | ₹6,572 |
| Bengaluru | ₹1,395 | ₹1,744 | ₹1,604 |
| Hyderabad | ₹1,145 | ₹1,431 | ₹1,317 |
| Kochi | ₹400 | ₹500 | ₹460 |
| Coimbatore | ₹1,055 | ₹1,319 | ₹1,213 |
| Madurai | ₹515 | ₹644 | ₹592 |
| Trichy | ₹370 | ₹463 | ₹426 |
Popular Packages
Choose a single-city, regional or Pan-India matrimonial package.
Book 2 Get 2 Free: Applies to most matrimonial packages — effectively reducing the average insertion cost when your ad runs across four Sundays.
Booking through Riyo consistently costs less than walking into a The Hindu office and paying the published counter rate — up to 15% off across multi-city bookings.
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A South India Metro matrimonial package across 4 Sundays works out to roughly ₹918 per city — less than half the single-city cost.
The Hindu publishes from 33 editions across South India and beyond. Metro editions offer wider circulation and readership, while regional editions provide a cost-effective way to target specific local markets.
High circulation & major city coverage
Chennai
Tamil Nadu
Bengaluru
Karnataka
Hyderabad
Telangana
Kochi
Kerala
Coimbatore
Tamil Nadu
Madurai
Tamil Nadu
Trichy
Tamil Nadu
Visakhapatnam
Andhra Pradesh
Cost-effective local & regional targeting
Every edition has its own category-wise rate card
Tell us your edition, ad category and publication date — we'll confirm the exact applicable rate.
Match your advertisement with the The Hindu section your target audience is most likely to read.
Recruitment
South India's leading print recruitment platform, read by working professionals specifically looking for job opportunities.
Real Estate
Reaches active property buyers and renters during the weekend when property decisions are most likely to be made.
Admissions & Education
Strong seasonal readership during admissions, making it suitable for colleges, institutes and education advertisers.
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Lifestyle, fashion, events, and restaurants. Ideal for lifestyle brands, fashion, events, and restaurants.
Arts & Entertainment
Arts, music, dance and cinema supplement. Ideal for events and entertainment brands.
Tell us your category and target city. We'll recommend the right The Hindu section and publication day.
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The Hindu reaches an urban, English-literate, educated professional audience across South India's major cities.
South India
Strong South Indian readership
Professional
Working audience
English-Literate
English news readers
High Intent
Category-focused readers
The Hindu is the paper of record in South India, in continuous circulation since 1878, the common English newspaper for courts, government offices, and the educated professional class in South India. It is a supplement targeted to a specific purpose, and people aren't just browsing through; they're actively seeking it out — which is why the categories of matrimonial, recruitment, property, and education always do well here.
Chennai, Bengaluru and other metros deliver larger single-city audiences for high-reach campaigns.
Target specific regional markets without paying for national reach your campaign doesn't need.
No login. No office visit. Simply get your rate, send your ad details and confirm your booking.
Call or WhatsApp us with your ad category, edition and publication date. We'll share the exact rate.
Send your content through WhatsApp or email. We'll format your advertisement correctly and send you a proof for approval.
Pay securely via UPI, NEFT, card or cheque. Receive your booking reference and GST invoice after confirmation.
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Share your category and city — we'll help with the rest.
Submit early to secure your preferred publication date.
Classified Text
1 day before
Classified Display
2 days before
Display + Creative
3–5 working days
Opportunities
Monday · 4 PM
Sunday Matrimonial
Friday · 5 PM
Urgent Obituary
Call before 12 PM
Choose the publication day that best matches reader intent, supplement availability and booking deadlines.
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| Category | Best Day | Why | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matrimonial | Sunday | Highest weekly readership; families scan matches at leisure. | 2 days before |
| Recruitment | Wed + Sun | The Hindu Opportunities reaches active job seekers. | 2 days before |
| Property | Saturday | Property Plus — reaches active property buyers. | 2 days before |
| Education | Monday | Education Plus reaches parents and students. | 2 days before |
| Obituary | Any Day | Dedicated daily section with concessional rates. | Same day · Before 12 PM |
| Name Change / Legal | Any Day | Legal validity — readership day doesn't affect compliance. | 2 days before |
| Tenders / Public Notice | Any Day (Chennai & Bengaluru strongest) | Accepted publication of record. | 2 days; 5–7 for premium |
The Hindu reaches educated professionals across South India through The Hindu Opportunities, a twice-weekly supplement published Wednesday and Sunday. It's ideal for hiring in government, corporate, IT, and educational institutes.
Put the job title first.
Include company name unless the search is confidential.
Mention qualifications, experience and work location.
Add a clear salary range.
Finish with one simple application method.
Best Recruitment Periods
Post-appraisal (Jan–Mar) and mid-year/academic surge (Jul–Sep) are strongest. Avoid the festive season and summer lull (Oct and May).
Common mistakes that reduce response quality
Opportunities runs Wednesday and Sunday; weekday pages reach general readers, not active job seekers.
Listings without salary lose 30–40% of candidates immediately.
Placing a Chennai role in a smaller edition limits response to that town only.
"Software Engineer — Bengaluru" gets read. "Staff Needed" gets scrolled past.
2–4 insertions over 3–4 weeks build response; Wed & Sun insertion compounds it.
Give candidates enough information to judge suitability before they apply.
Terms to avoid: Age limits (use "2–5 years experience"), gender exclusions ("Male only," "Salesman"), appearance requirements ("fair complexion," "good-looking"), regional exclusions ("Locals only"), and misleading titles. The Hindu's editorial desk rejects ads containing these before publication.
In The Hindu, it's just one day that counts, Sunday, for matrimonial ads, as families are on the search for alliances. A weekday ad attracts a general audience; a Sunday ad attracts people who are looking for the ad.
Matrimonial Offer
Book 2, Get 2 Free
4 Sundays for the cost of 2*
| Package | Editions Covered | 5-Line Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Chennai Only | The Hindu Chennai | ₹18–₹95/line |
| Bengaluru Only | The Hindu Bengaluru | ₹18–₹95/line |
| South India Metro | Chennai + Bengaluru + Hyderabad + Kochi + Coimbatore + Madurai + Trichy | ₹4,590 |
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All Metro
Popular
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Delhi + Mumbai + Chennai + Bengaluru + Hyderabad + Pune + Kolkata | ₹7,900 |
| South India | Chennai + Coimbatore + Madurai + Trichy + Kerala + Andhra + Telangana + Karnataka | ₹5,200 |
| Pan India | All The Hindu editions + Economic Times | ₹9,950 |
Package availability and promotional offers may vary by edition and publication date. Confirm the applicable offer before booking.
There is no comfortable time to need this. Priority condolence and remembrance notices are processed daily with concessional rates.
Minimum Size
₹11,250
3 × 5 cm · Chennai
15 sq.cm × ₹750
With Photo
₹38,400
Standard 6 × 8 cm
48 sq.cm × ₹800
Urgent Release
Same Day
Subject to availability
Submit before 12 PM
Supporting Document
Death certificate or doctor's note.
Photograph
A clear phone-quality photo is usually sufficient for standard sizes.
Check the proof carefully before approval
Review every name, date, venue, prayer-meeting time and service detail before submission. Once the newspaper has been published, corrections cannot be made to that printed edition.
Same-Day Obituary
When publication is urgent, call directly rather than waiting for a WhatsApp response. We'll check the available release window immediately.
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Quick Process
Same-day publication is subject to submission time, edition availability and newspaper approval.
The Hindu is the recognised publication of record for statutory notices across South India. Publish legal, corporate and statutory notices with the correct edition, format and publication date. Plan early when your notice is linked to a regulatory or legal deadline.
Recommended Booking Window
Don't leave a legal or regulatory notice until the day before the deadline. Allow time for checking, proof approval and publication scheduling.
Years of Experience
The Hindu advertising support since 2003.
Ads Booked
Across classified, recruitment, property, obituary and display.
Average Rating
Rate confirmation, proof approval and post-publication support.
From choosing the right edition to receiving your final tearsheet, one team handles the complete booking process.
Competitive rates for classified and multi-city display campaigns.
Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad or multiple editions — manage them through one point of contact.
Get help selecting the right format, edition, supplement and publication day.
Send a rough draft or bullet points and get help preparing the content for publication.
Review the content and design before final publication submission.
Direct phone support for time-sensitive obituary and legal-notice bookings.
Share your category, edition and date to get the applicable rate confirmed.
Receive PDF proof of publication for your records after the advertisement appears.
Plan multiple newspaper placements through one booking desk, with separate publication confirmation where applicable.
9821984000 →| Newspaper | Language | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| The Hindu | English | Pan-India business and general reach |
| New Indian Express | English | Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Odisha reach |
| Deccan Chronicle | English | Andhra Pradesh and Telangana readership |
| Deccan Herald | English | Karnataka-focused professional audience |
| Malayala Manorama | Malayalam | Kerala mass-market readership |
| Eenadu | Telugu | Telugu-speaking mass market |
Everything you need to know about The Hindu ad rates, booking, deadlines, corrections and publication.
Booking process and publication support
Call or WhatsApp 9821984000 with your category, edition, publication date and content. We confirm the rate, share a proof and release the ad after your approval. No office visit is required.
Riyo Advertising handles The Hindu advertising bookings along with other major publications. Our team can confirm the current publication, edition and applicable agency rate before you book.
A soft copy tearsheet mails you within 48–72 hours after the publication date; this is the scanned proof that you submit when filing as a record for regulators.
The Hindu advertising costs and packages
Indicative classified text rates are ₹18–₹95 per line for a matrimonial, recruitment, or property ad. Classified display rates vary according to category, size, edition and publication date.
A Jacket Ad provides the entire front page for maximum visibility, beginning at ₹95 lakhs per insert — typically used for big product launches in FMCG, automobile and real estate sectors. Book 5–7 days ahead.
The minimum display size is 8x5 cm (40 sq. cm) and ranges from ₹18 to ₹4,000/sq. cm depending on the edition and category.
Preparing and checking your advertisement
Sunday is generally the preferred day for matrimonial advertising because readers specifically look for matrimonial listings in the Sunday edition. Book early if you want a specific Sunday publication date.
Opportunities offers a midweek professional reader on Wednesdays and a weekend leisure reader on Sundays, so it is an insertion on both days that will double the cumulative response as compared to a single placement.
Same-day bookings and publication turnaround
Same-day publication may be possible for selected categories and editions when content is submitted before the newspaper cutoff. For urgent bookings, call 9821984000 directly so availability can be checked immediately.
Make sure to send your affidavit copy (for name change) or death certificate/doctor's note and photo to 9821984000 / info@riyoadvertising.com; we will prepare the appropriate wording and provide proof before printing.
Categories
Matrimonial, property, recruitment, name change, obituary and more — live per-city rates.
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38 editions across India
Find The Hindu advertising rates, category guides, edition-wise pricing and booking options for 2026.
Full 2026 rate card for The Hindu classified text and classified display ads across editions.
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View Display Rates →Explore single-city, metro combo and Pan India matrimonial packages.
View Matrimonial Ads →Advertise jobs through The Hindu Opportunities and reach professionals across South India.
View Recruitment Ads →Advertise property for sale, purchase or rent through The Hindu Property Plus and classifieds.
View Property Ads →Complete 2026 Chennai edition rate guide for classified and display advertising.
View Chennai Rates →Explore 2026 The Hindu Bengaluru advertising rates covering Karnataka market reach.
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