Times of India · Obituary & Tribute Ads
Book Obituary Display & Classified Ads in The Times of India
A dignified, unhurried way to announce a loss and invite remembrance — booked online, published on the date your family needs it.
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- Discounted rates: ads starting at ₹5,000
- India's leading newspaper — unmatched reach and credibility
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- Customisable display or classified formats, published in multiple cities
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Book obituary display and classified ads
Placing death announcement ads in The Times of India is easy with riyoadvertising.com.
Booking obituary display & classified ads in The Times of India can be done conveniently through riyoadvertising.com. If you have a special requirement for the Times Tribute/Obituary Section or the obituary page, call us at 9821984000. Choose our city-specific editions so your obituary advertisement reaches the correct audience.
Riyoadvertising offers reduced rates on Times of India obituary advertisement — find the current obituary advertisement rates below.
The Times of India Obituary Rate Card
Obituary Display & Classified Ad rates, 2025
All ad rates are in ₹ per sq. cm. Please call to confirm current tariffs before booking.
| Edition | Classified Display (min 3×5) | Remembrance with Photo | Double Column B&W | Double Column Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | 700 | 5500 | 1070 | 1070 |
| Delhi | 350 | 5600 | 900 | 900 |
| Bangalore | 425 | 4500 | 675 | 675 |
| Kolkata* | 2150 | 1000 | 430 | 452 |
| Ahmedabad | 185 | 1500 | 235 | 235 |
| Chandigarh B&W | 50 | 500 | 80 | 105 |
| Chennai | 490 | 1800 | 565 | 565 |
| Pune | 180 | 1000 | 425 | 425 |
| Goa | – | 250 | 35 | 65 |
| Guwahati | – | 150 | 40 | 40 |
| Bihar | 105 | 650 | 118 | 125 |
| Kolhapur | – | 100 | 55 | 55 |
| Hyderabad | 100 | 1000 | 120 | 120 |
| Vishakhapatnam | – | 100 | – | – |
| Jaipur | 95 | 600 | 67 | 115 |
| Kanpur | 75 | 100 | 40 | 60 |
| Bhopal | 60 | 300 | 25 | 25 |
| Lucknow | 100 | 800 | 315 | 315 |
| Mangalore | 20 | 200 | 40 | 40 |
| Coimbatore | 90 | 300 | 65 | 65 |
| Mysore | 20 | 200 | 40 | 40 |
| Nagpur | 20 | 350 | 75 | 105 |
| Trichy | 30 | 150 | 65 | 65 |
| Hubli | 20 | 100 | – | – |
| Aurangabad | 12 | 150 | 40 | 40 |
| Nasik | 35 | 200 | 80 | 80 |
Display, classified and tribute ads in The Times of India
Obituary display and classified advertisements can be booked online, whether you want a display advertisement or a single-column text tribute. Book in the Times Tribute Section for full visibility. We offer display ads with a personalised picture and classified text tributes for a more affordable option. Place your obituary advertisement so your loved one is remembered with dignity on the obituary page of The Times of India.
Formats
Types of obituary ads published in newspapers
- Classified Text Obituary Ad
An easy and affordable way of announcing the death of a loved one. It carries the essentials — name, age, date of demise, funeral plans and a short tribute — without photos, set in the text-only part of the paper. - Classified Obituary Ad
A simple, low-cost announcement covering name, age, date of passing, funeral arrangements and a short tribute, placed under the classifieds column. - Display Obituary Ad
Lets you add pictures, custom messages and formatting for a more detailed, visually appealing tribute — ideal for a touching memorial with photos and funeral arrangements.
Process
How to book an obituary ad, step by step
Select newspaper & edition
Pick the edition with the reach you need — for example, The Times of India, Mumbai — through riyoadvertising.com.
Choose ad type
Classified text (economical) or display (larger, more visible). You can also personalise under Sad Demise, Death Announcement, Condolence or Tribute.
Pick a publication date
Select the date you want the ad published, keeping submission deadlines in mind.
Write the ad
Share the name, dates, funeral information and personal message. A photo can be added for display formats.
Pay
Pay securely online by card or net banking, or offline, on riyoadvertising.com.
Confirmation & publication
You'll receive confirmation and your ad is published on your chosen date in the Times Tribute/Obituary Section.
What is the pricing structure for tribute ads?
Times of India obituary ad booking
Cost varies by ad type, size, city and edition. The Times of India charges different rates for classified and display obituary ads.
Classified obituary ads are typically less expensive than display ads and are charged by the number of lines — from a few hundred to several thousand rupees depending on city, edition and size.
To check general Times of India advertisement rates, click here.
Mumbai classified obituary ad: from ₹340 for 5 lines; classified display from ₹1,000; front-page display from ₹9,665 (base rate ₹1,070).
Delhi classified obituary ad: from ₹350 for 5 lines; classified display from ₹1,400; front-page display from ₹6,335 (base rate ₹4,120).
Mumbai remembrance ad, front page: ₹5,500. Back page: ₹5,600.
How to book an obituary advertisement
- Decide whether you want a Classified Text Ad or a Classified Display Ad.
- Choose The Times of India and your preferred city or edition.
- We help you create your ad — kept brief, with the deceased's name, age, birth and death dates, and funeral or memorial service details.
- We send a copy of your ad for review and any changes.
- Make a secure payment through the payment gateway.
- Your advertisement is published on the selected date.
- For Appointment Ads, share your content by email at info@riyoadvertising.com or WhatsApp 9821984000 — we'll share a sample first, and release the ad once approved.
- Get death announcement ads published in The Times of India, easily, from riyoadvertising.com.
Reference
Times of India obituary ad samples
- Obituary / Tribute Classifieds Single Column Ad
- Obituary / Tribute Classifieds Text Ad
- Obituary Display & Classifieds Single Column Ad
- Classified Text Tribute (Single Column)
- Classified Display Tribute (Single Column)
Types of obituary ads offered by The Times of India
The Times of India offers a range of obituary ads to pay tribute to a loved one who has passed away, including:
- Death announcements — a simple announcement with name, age, date of death, reaching the widest audience.
- Remembrance ads — a more detailed tribute, often with a photograph, family message and service details.
- Condolence messages — a message of sympathy and support for the bereaved family.
- In memoriam advertisements — a memorial on a death anniversary, birthday, or holiday.
- Prayer meeting and Chautha-Uthamna ads — announcing a ceremony to remember the deceased.
- Display obituary ads — larger, more visible tributes with photos, messages and service information.
- Eulogy ads — an extended tribute covering the deceased's life and legacy.
Obituary ads can be booked in a range of sizes and formats to suit your preference and budget, including online obituary ads shareable on social media and the newspaper's website.
What discount is available?
There are different discounts and package offers for The Times of India. Speak with our team on 9821984000 for the exact discount currently available.
Why choose The Times of India?
The Times Group leads English dailies with a 52.2% market share, and The Times of India is India's most widely read English daily, per the Indian Readership Survey. Publish quickly, with attractive discounts, whether announcing a loss or promoting a business.
Book obituary ads in other Times Group newspapers
We recommend publishing in the Times Tribute/Obituary Section of TOI for maximum reach and the respect your departed deserves. Designing and releasing your ad on our platform is swift — sample ads for Sad Demise, Death Announcements, Condolences and Tributes are available for reference.
Display ad sizes in Times of India
Minimum display sizes: 4cm × 5cm (20 sq cm), 10cm × 10cm (100 sq cm), 12cm × 20cm (240 sq cm, quarter page), 25cm × 16cm (400 sq cm, half page).
Pricing structure, in detail
Display and classified single-column ad cost depends on size (charged per sq cm), publication and city. Text classified ads are charged per line, publication and city. Despite its reach, The Times of India offers some of the most modest ad charges in the country.
Riyo Advertising accepts all types of advertisement for The Times of India. Call for special packages and discounted ad rates on 022 6770 4000 / 022 6770 6500 / 9821984000 or email info@riyoadvertising.com.
Times of India obituary ads, Mumbai
At a difficult time, it's hard to also handle informing relatives and friends. Choose The Times of India to reach the people you want to reach, and to invite them to prayer sessions and chauthas. Book at a discounted rate on riyoadvertising.com — rates for Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata and other major cities are given per square centimetre above; multiply by your ad size for the total cost.
Placement
Publish a full page, half page, quarter page, or any additional size — front page, back page, page 3, or an inner page — in the Times of India Mumbai edition. A dedicated Times Tribute/Obituary Section gives maximum reach to targeted readers and invites them to prayer meetings, chauthas, mass services and commemorations.
Design
Once you've chosen a city, we help you personalise your advertisement — including a photo of the deceased or family — and specify the ceremony taking place in memory of your loved one.
Cost in Mumbai
Minimum classified display size is 3cm × 5cm in the Times Tribute Obituary column, starting from ₹5,500 in Mumbai. Double-column display, black & white or colour, is ₹1,070 per sq cm. For details, call 9821454000 or WhatsApp 9821984000.
Categories under Tribute
- Death Announcement Obituary Ads — a straightforward announcement of death.
- Sad Demise Obituary Ads — typically chosen when someone dies in an unnatural way.
- Chautha Obituary Ads — for the pooja performed on the fourth day after a death, gathering relatives for Shanti Path and Geeta Pravachan.
- Marka Obituary Ads — a ceremony observed by the Sindhi community in loving memory of the departed.
- Condolence Obituary Ads — expressing condolences to someone who has lost a loved one.
- Remembrance Obituary Ads — a common format in India recalling and remembering the person who died.
- Bhog Ceremony Ads — marking the completion of a Sahej Paath, Sadharan Paath, or Akhand Paath.
Times of India obituary ad samples, Mumbai
View the obituary page of The Times of India Mumbai and book classified ads online. Communicate your message through the Times of India classified column at a special rate offered by the newspaper.
What goes into an obituary message
An obituary message is a tribute or announcement written in memory of someone who has passed away — a way to honour and remember them while informing friends, family and the community of the details of their life and passing. Obituary messages often include:
- Biographical information — full name, age, date of birth and date of death.
- Family details — surviving spouse, children, grandchildren and sometimes extended family.
- Achievements and contributions — career, hobbies, community involvement and notable contributions.
- Funeral arrangements — date, time and location of services, along with any special requests.
- Personal messages — remembrance, gratitude or farewell from loved ones.
Questions
Do you have questions?
Hello, I'm Mrs Sayali Goswami. Could you guide me on the types of obituary ads?
Certainly. There are three broad ways to post: Classified Text Ads, charged by number of lines or words; Classified Display Ads, which add images and decorative fonts, charged per square centimetre; and Display Ads, which are more elaborate and highly designed, also charged per square centimetre. For a detailed walkthrough, contact Mr Rajesh Bhanushali at (+91) 9821454000.
I'm Mr Vijay Nair — what payment options are available?
Besides walk-in payment, you can pay by credit/debit card, net banking/IMPS, or cheque/DD. For details, contact (+91) 9821454000.
Hi, I'm Minal — what are the types of obituary ads?
Death Announcement, Death Anniversary, Condolences, Bhog Ceremony, Sad Demise, Tributes, Chautha-Uthamna, Marka, Prayer Meeting (Obituary), Months Mind, and Remembrance ads.
I'm Mr Ninad Kamath, posting an obituary ad for my late father — what documents are required?
You'll need the death certificate issued by the competent authority, a scanned photo of the deceased, and the text you'd like published. For a detailed explanation, contact (+91) 9821454000.
I'm Miss Mira Dua — we don't have a death certificate for my late grandmother. Is there an alternative?
A death certificate is the standard document, but a doctor's certificate is a good alternative. For further clarification, contact (+91) 9821454000.
I'm Mrs Sunita Raheja — posting a Marka ad in Hindustan Times for my late father-in-law on 12.10.2017. Could you guide me on the process?
Yes, we publish Marka ads in Hindustan Times. We'll need a death certificate, a scanned photograph, and the text you'd like published. We work to have the ad appear on your desired date — visit our website for further queries.
I'm Mrs Disha Shah — a remembrance ad for my late husband in a Gujarati daily. What's the procedure?
You'll need the death certificate, a scanned photo of your late husband, and the text to be published. For a Gujarati daily, we'd recommend Gujarat Samachar, with a circulation of 4.6 million.
I'm Miss Nita Jadhav — a tribute ad for my late brother-in-law. Which Marathi newspaper would you recommend?
You'll need a death certificate or doctor's certificate along with your text. We'd recommend Maharashtra Times, with a daily circulation of 1 million. For assistance, contact (+91) 9821454000.
I'm Mrs Trisha Iyer — a condolence ad for my late mother-in-law in a leading Malayalam newspaper. Could you guide me?
You can email your content to us and we'll help redraft it, alongside a death certificate. We'd recommend Malayalam Manorama. For assistance, contact (+91) 9821454000.
Is a photograph necessary for an obituary advertisement? Should I send it as an attachment?
A photograph isn't necessary, but it helps friends and relatives identify the deceased promptly. Yes, you can send it as an attachment with the text. For assistance, contact (+91) 9821454000.
On which page is the obituary advertisement published in The Times of India and Hindustan Times?
Obituary and remembrance ads are generally published on the obituary page, which typically appears on page 8 or 10. For assistance, contact (+91) 9821454000.
