10 Questions
Under what condition can the Postmaster prohibit the clearance of the post box?
For any period not exceeding half an hour before each delivery
What should the renter arrange to ensure correct delivery?
That all letters for delivery through the post box are addressed to him in a specific manner
What happens if a postal article addressed to a post box number cannot be placed in the post box?
The article will be kept in the delivery department
What is the requirement for renting a post box?
The renter must have a postal address in the delivery zone of the post office
What is the consequence of not having a post box number on a postal article?
The renter will not have any right to get delivery through the post box
What can the renter do to clear his post box?
Clear the post box at any time during business hours
What happens if Post Box facilities are provided subsequently at other offices?
The holders of Post Box facilities will have the option to shift the Post Box facilities
What is the requirement for addressing letters for delivery through the post box?
The full postal address should appear as far as possible
What is the purpose of the Postmaster prohibiting the clearance of the post box?
To facilitate the sorting of mails
What is the consequence of not having a postal address in the delivery zone of the post office?
The renter will not be able to rent a post box
Study Notes
Post Box Rental and Management
- Articles addressed to a specific person or firm with a registered post box will be delivered/paid through the postman as long as the person/firm rents the post box.
Application and Eligibility
- Any person, firm, or body can apply to rent a post box by submitting a written application in the prescribed form to the Postmaster.
- The application must specify the nature of the business, which requires certification by two respectable gentlemen not connected to the applicant.
- Government and semi-Government institutions, as well as private parties known to the Postmaster, are exempt from this requirement.
Post Box Usage and Maintenance
- The Post Office reserves the right to withdraw a post box without notice or reason if the applicant provides incorrect information or misuses the post box.
- Renters must inform the Postmaster of any change in business address or office location within seven days.
- Renters are required to clear their post box regularly; failure to do so may result in notice being sent by registered post.
Delivery and Clearance
- Postal articles will be delivered to the renter or their messenger at the counter during window delivery hours upon presentation of the delivery ticket.
- If a renter is unable to clear their post box due to loss of the key or otherwise, articles will be delivered to them at the counter.
- Failure to clear the post box frequently may be considered misuse and result in the issue of registered notices or redirection of articles.
Post Box Cancellation and Refund
- When a post box is no longer required, the renter must surrender the lock and key to the Postmaster to receive a deposit refund.
- Refund will not be granted if the lock and key are not in working condition at the time of surrender.
Additional Information
- Renters are advised to address letters for delivery through the post box with their full postal address, including the post box number, post office of delivery, and postal index number (PIN).
- Renters should ensure they have a postal address in the delivery zone of the post office where they rent a post box.
Learn about the process of renting and managing a post box, including application and eligibility requirements.
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