The Indian Express (IE) Ad Rates 2026 Book The Indian Express Classified, Display, Matrimonial, Recruitment, Property, Tender, and Obituary ads online at the best rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, Lucknow and all major IE editions. Classified ads start from ₹16 per line, while Display Ads are available from ₹360 per sq cm. Get instant booking support, discounted multi-city packages, premium placement options, and expert ad assistance through Riyo Advertising.
Reach over 2.7 million readers with India's most credible English newspaper for professionals and policymakers and maximize visibility for your business, recruitment, matrimonial, property, education, or legal advertisements.
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India's #1 English newspaper
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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 |
They are the days we know that work best. The same applies to a recruitment advertisement in Express Opportunities this Wednesday, compared to a random Tuesday. Your ad is matched to the right slot all the time.
Additional lines will cost you. Indian Express has a minimum of 5 lines. We assist you in creating a brief, concise ad, within budget!
agency passes on savings. The initial discount of 5% on your first booking. If you order a second time, you will receive a discount of up to 10%!
If you want your ad displayed in Delhi, Mumbai and Chandigarh: We book all three at once. You get one simple bill and a combo discount.
We follow your ad till published. A tearsheet (proof of ad) will be sent to you in 48-72 hours. If there is an error, we fix it for you.
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.
Total time: Under 15 minutes
Pick from Matrimonial, Recruitment, Public Notice, Name Change, or Business.
Classified Text — Cheapest option.
Classified Display — Better visual impact.
Main Paper Display — Premium placement.
Select one or more editions like Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, or Kolkata.
Pick a date on the calendar. Check for the best day for your specific category.
Pay using UPI, cards, or net banking. You will get a booking confirmation instantly.
The Indian Express Sunday classifieds have the most readers of the week, especially in North India and urban Maharashtra. Readers are typically highly educated professionals.
Ideal for finding matches in urban areas like Delhi and Mumbai. Classified text ads start from ₹16 per line.
Required: No documents needed. Same-week booking available.
Express Opportunities is the recruitment section of The Indian Express published every Wednesday.
Popular in North and West India for hiring skilled professionals and corporate candidates.
Tip: Display ads with logos build stronger trust and perform much better than plain text listings.
Express Estates is published every Saturday and is widely used by builders, developers, and brokers for project promotions.
Best for: New launches, resale listings, land sales, and commercial rentals.
The Indian Express provides a dedicated daily section for obituary and condolence messages.
Same-day booking is available for urgent notices at special discounted rates.
A notarized affidavit copy is mandatory for name change advertisements.
The published ad acts as official legal proof. Widely used for statutory notices and court summons.
Delhi edition is preferred by government departments, PSUs, and private firms for tender notices.
Agency pricing and GST-compliant invoices are available for bulk bookings.
iE Campus is published weekly and reaches students and parents across North India.
Used by schools, colleges, and coaching institutes to generate admission enquiries.
Eye is The Indian Express Sunday lifestyle magazine featuring arts, books, entertainment, and technology.
Perfect for luxury brands, premium products, lifestyle campaigns, and book launches.
| City Edition | Key Supplement | Best Ad Category |
|---|---|---|
| IE Delhi | Express Opportunities, iE Campus | Recruitment, government notices, tenders, education |
| IE Mumbai | Express Estates, Eye | Real estate, lifestyle, corporate announcements |
| IE Pune | Express Estates | Property, recruitment, education |
| IE Chandigarh | Express Opportunities | Recruitment, matrimonial, government notices |
| IE Ahmedabad | Express Estates | Property, business, matrimonial |
| IE Lucknow | — | Recruitment, government notices, education |
| IE Nagpur | — | Business, recruitment, public notices |
| IE Vadodara | — | Matrimonial, business, legal notices |
| IE Kolkata | — | Public notices, tenders, recruitment |
| IE Jaipur | — | Matrimonial, property, business |
Multi-city bookings get combo discounts. Contact us for North/West India bundle pricing.
| Category | Best Day(s) | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Matrimonial | Sunday | Peak family readership; highest matrimonial response day |
| Recruitment | Wednesday | Express Opportunities publication day |
| Property / Real Estate | Saturday | Express Estates supplement; serious buyers |
| Education / Admissions | Monday | iE Campus publication day |
| Lifestyle / Events | Sunday | Eye supplement; highest weekend readership |
| Obituary / Condolence | Any day | Dedicated daily section; concessional rates |
| Name Change / Legal | Any day | Legal validity, not readership-dependent |
| Tenders / Public Notice | Any day | Institutional readers check daily; Delhi edition preferred |
| Lost & Found | Any day | Urgent notices; daily readership |
| Automobiles | Any day | Consistent daily car-buyer readership |
The range for classified text ads is from ₹16 to ₹85 per line. Depending on the location, the price can vary. 5 lines must be booked. Delhi and Mumbai editions are the most expensive. In big cities, classified display ads begin at ₹380 per sq cm. The price is cheaper in cities such as Lucknow or Nagpur. Please call us for a quick quote.
Typically, the papers require 3 lines. The minimum number of lines required by the Indian Express is 5. We assist you in writing your ad so that it perfectly adheres to this rule. This means that your ad will not be squandered for looking half or unprofessional as it will appear full.
Classified text ads consist of a few lines of text. They are the most affordable ad format. Logos and photos are permitted in classified display ads. Uses custom fonts and borders. These ads get more views for property and recruitment news.
It is best to do it on a Sunday. Matrimonial ads have the highest number of readers for Sunday classifieds. This is highly true for North India and Maharashtra. You will get more responses on Sunday than on any other day.
Yes. It is great for hiring professionals. On Wednesday use Express Opportunities. It's the top recruitment supplement for job seekers. This paper is read by a well-educated readership. Delhi and Mumbai's premier hiring service.
Yes. You must provide a notarized affidavit. The Indian Express ad is a legally binding name change notice. Before you submit you get help with the right format of the document.
Yes. You can pick many cities in one booking. Discount of 15% for multi-city bookings. Delhi, Lucknow and Chandigarh are a popular combination. This provides you with a huge outreach in North India.
Book at least 2 working days before the date. To get ads on the front page, book 5 to 7 days in advance. These types of slots tend to sell out quickly at festivals or certain periods of the year when they are budgeted.
Yes. The first booking is 5% with a second booking being 10% off the original. Purchase 4 ads, 5th ad is free. The Matrimonial ads are on offer to buy 2 get 2 free for multiple cities.
The Indian Express Jacket Ad is an advertisement that is run by The Indian Express. There is a Jacket Ad around the front page. It's the highest paying ad format. The starting price of the rates is available at ₹85 Lakhs. Major brands leverage this to establish their brand authority. Ideal for national product introductions.
A Skybus ad is a horizontal strip which is placed at the top of the front page. It is located immediately after the paper's name. It's visible, as it's the first thing readers see. Please call for the most up-to-date Skybus rates.
Express Opportunities on Wednesdays. It's the top section for job advertisements in North & West India. You can also post a job in the Sunday main paper for senior jobs.
Yes, you usually can. The most important ads are obituary and condolence. For urgent bookings please contact us directly. These notices are available at special rates. Our staff will do everything to keep you from having to deal with paper work at a difficult time.
A tearsheet is mailed to you within 48-72 hours. This is a digital version of your ad as it will appear in the printed version. This can be used as a valid legal document for public notices, tendering notices and name change cases. It is a required document for a lot of legal verification requirements.
The smallest size of ads that are classified is 3 cm x 5 cm. The minimum size for a front page display ad is 240 sq cm. The minimum for other pages is 20 sq cm. The size may vary slightly depending on the city. Precision size confirmation by our staff for a newspaper booking.
There is a smaller audience for The Indian Express than The Hindu in the South. In states such as Tamil Nadu or Karnataka, The Hindu is a better newspaper. But both papers combined are good for a country-wide reach. We can assist you in selecting the right combination of papers for your objective.
Yes. We do tender notices, DRT notices and insolvency notices for government departments and PSUs. Delhi edition is best to reach the government officials. As a high volume client, if you require a bill or special account, both are available and fully compliant with GST.
Riyo Advertising is an authorised The Indian Express partner. Our staff assists with ad placement, ad designing, copywriting, and booking support to help you achieve the best return on your advertising investment.
Since 2004, we have successfully handled 10,000+ Indian Express ad bookings across categories including matrimonial, recruitment, real estate, obituary, legal notices, and corporate display advertising.
We operate Monday–Friday, 9 AM to 7 PM. Contact us by email or call our booking line for urgent same-day assistance.
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