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Membership Enrollment 2025

Apply for IPU membership — a verified identity that works in the field

A practical press identity kit for working journalists: premium PVC card, certificate, vehicle sticker and a verified author profile. Fast verification and simple steps — built for reporters who need results.

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About Indian Press Union

Professional recognition that helps you work

IPU supports active reporters, photojournalists and content creators with a verified identity and publishing tools. We keep the process quick and practical so you can get back to reporting.

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How membership works — simple & practical

1. Apply & Pay

Fill the form and pay securely via PhonePe. We create your order automatically.

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2. Set password

After payment you’ll set a password — account created automatically.

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3. Upload documents

Upload a clear government ID and a passport photo to speed verification.

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4. Verification & dispatch

Digital IDs in 24–72 hours. Physical cards printed weekly and shipped with tracking.

Verification — photo & card samples

Passport photo sample
ID scan sample
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Benefits — what you actually get

Verified press ID

Downloadable digital ID and Member ID for field use.

Printed card & certificate

High-quality PVC card with protective finish and official certificate.

Author profile

Publish on IPU portal and get visibility with editors.

Join — Physical ₹1,799 Join — Digital ₹999

Member experiences

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Rohit S., Reporter

“IPU card helped with local access and credibility.”

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Neha K., Photojournalist

“Quick verification and good packaging.”

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Suresh P., Writer

“Author account helped me get assignments.”

Frequently asked questions

1. What is IPU?

A professional media association providing verified identity and publishing access.

2. Who can apply?

Journalists, photographers, PR pros, digital reporters and students.

3. Physical vs Digital?

Physical = card + sticker + certificate. Digital = soft ID + author account.

Contact & support

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