Airtel Postpaid plans 2026: price in India, offers, unlimited data and calls, OTT benefits, and more

Airtel offers an array of postpaid plans that are ideal for those who prefer uninterrupted service without the hassle of recharging regularly. The plans start at Rs 449 and offer unlimited 4G and 5G data, unlimited voice calls, free SMS, and access to OTT subscriptions. Besides that, Airtel postpaid plans come with extra benefits when you add your family members to the plan. Here’s a complete list of Airtel postpaid recharge plans’ benefits, prices, and more.

Airtel postpaid plans: benefits and price list

Every Airtel postpaid plan comes loaded with a few standard perks, including Free Hello Tunes, Adobe Express Premium for 12 months (limited-time offer), Blue Ribbon Bag travel assistance, and Fraud Detection & Spam Alerts. You also get unlimited local, STD, and roaming calls, 100 SMS/day, and unlimited 4G & 5G data on every plan. Do note that the prices listed here for each plan are exclusive of GST, meaning your final checkout price will be 18 percent higher.  

Rs 449 postpaid plan (Individual)

If you’re a single user who just wants a reliable postpaid connection without paying for extras you won’t use, this plan gets the job done. It keeps things simple while still offering some useful OTT and productivity perks: 

• 1 SIM connection
• Unlimited 4G & 5G data
• JioHotstar Mobile for 3 months
• Airtel Xstream Play Premium access
• Google One 100GB Cloud Storage

Rs 549 postpaid plan (Individual)

This plan is a good pick for solo users who stream regularly. For Rs 100 more than the entry plan, you get Amazon Prime and a full year of JioHotstar.

• 1 SIM connection
• Unlimited 4G & 5G data
• Amazon Prime for 6 months
• JioHotstar Mobile for 1 year
• Airtel Xstream Play Premium access
• Google One 100GB Cloud Storage

Rs 699 postpaid plan (Family)

If you want to bring a family member on board without paying for two separate plans, the ₹699 plan is where Airtel’s family postpaid journey begins. You get two SIM connections under one account, with the same strong OTT bundle as the Rs 549 plan.

• 2 SIM connections
• Unlimited 4G & 5G data
• Amazon Prime for 6 months
• JioHotstar Mobile for 1 year
• Airtel Xstream Play Premium access
• Google One 100GB Cloud Storage

Rs 999 postpaid plan (Family)

This plan works well for a family of three. It adds Apple TV and Apple Music to the usual OTT bundle, making it a good fit for households that use Apple devices regularly.

• 3 SIM connections
• Unlimited 4G and 5G data
• Amazon Prime for 6 months
• JioHotstar Mobile for 1 year
• Apple TV subscription
• Apple Music subscription
• Airtel Xstream Play Premium access
• Google One 100GB Cloud Storage

Rs 1,199 postpaid plan (Family)

This plan is a good fit for a family of four. The benefits stay the same as the ₹999 plan but you get an extra SIM connection, so a larger household can stay on one shared account.

• 3 SIM connections
• Unlimited 4G and 5G data
• Amazon Prime for 6 months
• JioHotstar Mobile for 1 year
• Apple TV subscription
• Apple Music subscription
• Airtel Xstream Play Premium access
• Google One 100GB Cloud Storage

Rs 1,399 postpaid plan (Family)

The particular plan is for families of four who want Netflix as part of their postpaid bill, making it the first plan in the lineup to bundle Netflix.

• 4 SIM connections
• Unlimited 4G and 5G data
• Netflix Basic subscription
• Amazon Prime for 6 months
• JioHotstar Mobile for 1 year
• Apple TV subscription
• Apple Music subscription
• Airtel Xstream Play Premium access
• Google One 100GB Cloud Storage

Rs 1,749 postpaid plan (Family)

This plan is Airtel’s top-tier postpaid offering, built for larger families who want the most out of their plan. It supports five SIM connections and upgrades Netflix from Basic to Standard, so two people in the family can stream at the same time.

• 4 SIM connections
• Unlimited 4G and 5G data
• Netflix Standard subscription
• Amazon Prime for 6 months
• JioHotstar Mobile for 1 year
• Apple TV subscription
• Apple Music subscription
• Airtel Xstream Play Premium access
• Google One 100GB Cloud Storage

How to get a new Airtel postpaid connection

Step 1: To get a new Airtel postpaid number, simply head over to the website and select the ‘Buy new connection’ menu from the top header.

Step 2: On the next screen, select ‘New connection‘ and fill in the necessary details such as name, current mobile number, and address. Then, hit ‘Submit‘

Step 3: A confirmation will be sent to your current mobile number. The delivery status of the SIM card can be tracked from here

Step 4: Once the request is sent, the SIM will be delivered to your address for free and the delivery executive will help you set it up

Alternatively, one can directly visit an Airtel store to purchase a new Airtel postpaid mobile number or connection.

Airtel vs Jio postpaid plans

Individual plans

If you only need one SIM, Airtel and Jio’s offerings are quite distinct. Jio’s individual postpaid plans start at Rs 349, with options like 30GB or 75GB of data, and OTT is mainly limited to JioTV, JioCinema, and JioCloud at the lower end. Once you cross your data limit, Jio usually charges about Rs 10 per GB on most plans, so keep an eye on how much you use.

Airtel starts a bit higher at Rs 449, but its entry plan gives you unlimited 4G and 5G data and adds Xstream Play, JioHotstar Mobile, and Google One on top. For someone who does not want to track usage or worry about extra charges, Airtel’s unlimited data plan is more cost-effective. 

Family plans

Jio’s family packs keep the per‑SIM price low, starting at Rs 449 and let you add up to three connections on the same plan. It offers shared data in the 75GB to 100GB range plus a small bonus of 5GB data per SIM. This suits families that use data in a controlled way and mostly rely on Wi‑Fi at home.

Airtel’s family plans start at Rs 699 for two SIMs and go all the way up to five SIMs on the top plan, and every plan advertises unlimited 4G and 5G data. That makes Airtel more attractive for households where everyone streams on mobile and data usage is less stringent.

OTT benefits

Jio relies on its own apps like JioTV and JioCinema on lower plans, and brings in Netflix Basic and Prime Lite on higher postpaid-plus tiers, especially on the Rs 749 family and Rs 1,549 individual plans. This checks out if you already watch a lot of JioCinema and mainly want Netflix and Prime on top, but some heavier users may feel the pinch here. 

Airtel builds its pitch around third‑party services, with its mid and top‑end family plans offering services like Amazon Prime, JioHotstar Mobile, Apple TV, Apple Music, Airtel Xstream Play, Google One. On the priciest tiers, you also get Netflix Basic or Standard subscriptions as well. For users who pay for multiple subscriptions separately, Airtel’s bundles can replace several individual OTT and cloud bills with one postpaid payment.

FAQs

Can I switch from Airtel prepaid to postpaid?
Yes, you can port your existing Airtel prepaid number to a postpaid plan directly through the Airtel Thanks app or by visiting an Airtel store. Your number stays the same.

What happens if I exceed my data limit on a postpaid plan?
Since all Airtel postpaid plans now come with unlimited 4G and 5G data, there is no hard data cap to worry about. You can continue using data without interruption

Do I require any documents to purchase a new Airtel postpaid plan?
To purchase a new Airtel postpaid plan, one needs to present valid identity proof, such as an Aadhaar card, in both online and offline mediums.