Flipkart tightens seller rules with penalties for missed dispatch deadlines and cancelled orders

Flipkart has introduced new penalties for sellers who miss despatch deadlines or cancel confirmed orders, with charges typically ranging from ₹30 to ₹60 per shipment.
The rules took effect on August 23, 2026, just before the festive shopping season, as Flipkart pushes sellers to improve delivery reliability and reduce last-minute cancellations.
If an order is first delayed and later cancelled, the seller can face a combined penalty of up to ₹90, a cost that may affect smaller sellers more because of their tighter margins.

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