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The Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, Coimbatore Division, has announced an MSTC e-auction for the sale of 29 smart phones in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The auction will be conducted online through the MSTC platform on August 7, 2026, giving interested bidders an opportunity to participate in the sale of mobile devices on an "As Is Where Is", "As Is What Is", "No Complaint" and "Caveat Emptor" basis.
The auction catalogue was available for viewing from July 31, 2026. The scheduled online bidding will begin at 11:00 AM on August 7 and close at 4:30 PM on the same day.
The auction catalogue contains one lot, comprising approximately 29 smart phones classified under the Electronics Items category and Mobile/Tablet product group.
Auction Notice
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Auction Number | MSTC/SRO/Senior Supdt of Post Offices Coimbatore Division/1/Coimbatore/26-27/23908 |
| Auction Type | O-General Auction |
| Catalogue View Date | July 31, 2026 |
| Inspection Period | August 3 to August 6, 2026 |
| Auction Date | August 7, 2026 |
| Auction Start Time | 11:00 AM |
| Auction Closing Time | 4:30 PM |
| Auction Status | Not Activated |
| Total Lots | 1 |
| Total Quantity | Approximately 29 smart phones |
| Auction Currency | INR |
| Bid Valid Till | September 6, 2026 |
| Auto-Extension Time | 8 minutes |
| Pre-Bid EMD | Not applicable; this is not an auto pre-bid EMD auction |
The Coimbatore Post Office e-auction features a single lot named "Smart Phones". The lot falls under the Electronics Items product category and is classified under Mobile/Tablet.
The catalogue identifies the items under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022 PCB group. The total quantity is approximately 29 smart phones.
| Particular | Details |
| Lot Number | 1 |
| Lot Name | Smart Phones |
| Product Type | Electronics Items |
| Category | Mobile/Tablet |
| PCB Group | EWaste-Rule 2022 |
| Quantity | 29 Nos. (Approx.) |
| Start Price | ₹1 |
| Bid Increment | ₹1 |
| Post-Bid EMD | 25% |
| TCS | 0% |
| GST | 18% |
| Lot Location | Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, Coimbatore Division, Coimbatore – 641001 |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Bid Valid Till | September 6, 2026 |
| Documents Uploaded | No |
The catalogue mentions a start price of ₹1 and a bid increment of ₹1 for the lot. A 25% post-bid EMD is applicable, while GST at 18% will be charged. The applicable TCS rate is listed as 0%.
Interested bidders can inspect the auction material between August 3 and August 6, 2026. The lot is located at the Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, Coimbatore Division, Coimbatore – 641001, Tamil Nadu.
As the items are being sold on an "As Is Where Is", "As Is What Is", "No Complaint" and "Caveat Emptor" basis, prospective bidders are advised to inspect the smart phones before participating in the auction and make their own assessment of the items.
The catalogue does not include any uploaded documents for the lot.
According to the MSTC auction terms, the successful bidder is required to deposit the post-bid EMD within seven days from the date of acceptance of the lot, unless otherwise specified in the catalogue.
The full payment or balance payment must be deposited within 15 days from the date of acceptance of the lot, unless otherwise specified.
A late payment penalty of 1% per week plus applicable GST will be charged in case of delayed payment.
The successful bidder must take delivery of the auctioned material within 23 days from the date of issue of the Delivery Order, unless otherwise specified in the catalogue.
A ground rent of 1% per week plus applicable GST will be applicable as per the auction terms for delays related to lifting or taking delivery of the material.
The auction includes an 8-minute auto-extension facility. This means that bidding may be extended according to the applicable MSTC auction rules if bids are received during the closing period.
Interested participants should carefully read the Auction Specific Terms and Conditions (ASTC) before placing bids.
The auction is being conducted on behalf of the Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, Coimbatore Division.
Seller Name: Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, Coimbatore Division
Seller Address: 53, 54 Good Shed Road, Coimbatore – 641001, Tamil Nadu, India
Email: [email protected]
Contact Person: B. Nanda
Telephone: 0422-2558588
Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, Coimbatore Division, Coimbatore – 641001
Office Landline: 0422-2305100 / 0422-2558501
Mobile: 9994421267
Where payment is required to be made directly to the seller, the catalogue provides the following bank details:
| Particular | Details |
| Beneficiary Name | Senior Postmaster Coimbatore Head Post Office Coimbatore |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Treasury Branch, SBI, Coimbatore |
| Account Number | 10693412375 |
| IFSC Code | SBIN0007639 |
For auction-related assistance, the catalogue provides the following MSTC officer details:
Officer 1: Shreyash Ganguly
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 9432092939
Officer 2: Gowtham V
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 9150252871
MSTC Helpdesk: 07969066600
Helpdesk Email: [email protected]
Interested bidders should access the relevant auction listing on the MSTC e-auction platform, review the Auction Specific Terms and Conditions, inspect the smart phones during the specified inspection period and complete the required registration and bidding formalities.
The auction catalogue states that no pre-bid EMD is required as an auto pre-bid EMD for this auction. However, the successful bidder will be required to comply with the applicable post-bid EMD and payment requirements.
Since the lot is offered on an as-is and no-complaint basis, bidders should conduct a physical inspection before placing their bids.
