Netflix plans in India are available in four tiers, each offering slightly different benefits than the other. That said, the catalogue of content remains unchanged. Even the most basic Netflix subscription plan offers the same original TV shows and movies as the premium plan. If you are wondering which Netflix plan you should subscribe to, we have listed down all the plans along with their benefits. On that note, let’s check out the Netflix subscription plans in 2024 that are available in India:
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Netflix India plans comparison
Netflix offers a variety of monthly subscription plans in India starting from Rs 149. The subscription is also available with some bundled telecom or DTH recharge packs. Here are Netflix’s monthly and yearly plans and offers in India:
| NETFLIX PLANS INDIA | NO. OF SCREENS/ RESOLUTION | MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION COST | YEARLY SUBSCRIPTION COST |
| Mobile | 1 screen/ SD content | Rs 149 | Rs 1,788 |
| Basic | 1 screen/ SD content | Rs 199 | Rs 2,388 |
| Standard | 2 screens/ FHD content | Rs 499 | Rs 5,988 |
| Premium | 4 screens/ UHD content | Rs 649 | Rs 7,788 |
Netflix Mobile plan
- The Netflix Mobile plan is priced at Rs 149 and is suitable for users who love to stream shows and movies on a smartphone. It is the cheapest Netflix plans per month.
- The video quality in this plan is restricted to just 480p resolution and can be accessed only on Android phones, tablets, iPhones and iPads.
- You only access it on just one active screen at a time.
- Downloads can be made only on one signed-in device.
- Best suitable for – People low on budget, need to watch just a couple of movies or series within one month and don’t have a laptop or PC.
Netflix Basic plan
- Netflix also offers a ‘Basic’ plan that costs Rs 199 per month which accounts for Rs 2,388 for a year.
- The plan includes pretty much the same benefits as the Netflix Mobile package but bumps up the streaming resolution to 720p.
- You get the option to sign in to mobile phones, tablets, computers as well as smart TVs with this plan.
- Also, the number of active screens and downloads will be limited to just one device.
- Best suitable for – People who wish to watch Netflix on a bigger screen like a TV or laptop.
Netflix Standard plan
- Next up is the standard Netflix India plan that is priced at Rs 499 and comes with a video resolution of 1080p.
- The plan will cost a total of Rs 5,988 for continuous 12-month subscriptions.
- With this plan, users can sign in with the same Netflix subscription on up to two devices which includes mobile phones, tablets, computers, and TVs.
- This Netflix package also supports offline downloads. You can download on 2 supported devices at a time.
- Best suitable for – People who want to enjoy Netflix content on the go by downloading shows and movies, and require a decent quality of video output. The plan is perfect for two people.
Netflix Premium plan
- The top-end Netflix subscription plan is called ‘Premium’, and it’ll set you back to Rs 649 per month (Rs 7,788/ year). It is the most expensive Netflix plans for 1 year.
- The plan is apt for a family or a group of friends as it comes with up to four devices support simultaneously.
- The subscription supports 1080p resolution for mobile devices along with HDR support and 4K quality content for supported TVs.
- You can download on 6 supported devices at a time.
- Best suitable for – People who want to enjoy Netflix content on the go by downloading shows and movies, and require the best video quality output of up to 4K on supported devices. The plan is perfect for family members to watch content on their respective phones or laptops.
Netflix Household
To avoid password sharing, Netflix has come up with a policy that restricts users to using a Netflix plan only within their household. Here’s everything you need to know about ‘Netflix Household’:
- With an aim to increase its subscriber base, ‘Netflix Household‘ is a strategy that prevents non-family users from watching shows and movies from a single account.
- To make this work, Netflix will use information such as IP addresses, device IDs, and account activity to determine if a device is part of your household. Currently, this is restricted just to TVs.
- Users will be prompted to set up Netflix Household from their primary device and then only those devices can run the same Netflix plan which is connected to the home’s WiFi.
- Those who are outside the household and have signed in to the Netflix account will get a notification when they try to log in that prompts them to create their own account.
- While the device in a household can be used outside, it needs to be connected to the same internet connection at least once a month. Failing to do so will disconnect the device from the plan.
Netflix plan features
Here are several features a Netflix plan comes with:
- With a Netflix subscription, users get access to exclusive shows and movies in English, Hindi, and several regional languages.
- Depending on the plan, users can enjoy watching shows and movies in up to 4K resolution on their TV and up to 1080p quality on mobiles. Besides that, the watching experience can be further enhanced with HDR on supported devices.
- Viewers can download and watch the content offline across all the plans on Netflix.
- You can have up to five profiles within a single Netflix account irrespective of the package/ plan you chose.
Netflix yearly subscription plans and offers in India
There are no Netflix yearly subscription plans in India right now. You can only subscribe to the monthly subscription plans of the streaming platform throughout the year on a month-on-month basis.
Netflix free subscription
The Netflix subscription is available for free with the following methods in India:
Jio Prepaid plans
You can buy the Netflix Rs 1,299 prepaid plan and get a Netflix Mobile subscription along with other benefits like 2GB/day data and unlimited calls for 84 days. Similarly, there’s the Jio Rs 1,799 plan for 84 days which offers 3GB/day data and a Netlfix Basic subscription.
Jio Postpaid Plus
Apart from directly getting a Netflix subscription, users can also get a free subscription to Netflix using postpaid plans from Jio. The telco offers Rs 749 and Rs 1,549 Postpaid Plus plans in India which come with Netflix Basic and Netflix Mobile respectively.
Jio Fiber
If you are using Jio Fiber as your broadband provider, you can also get a free subscription to Netflix. The Netflix free subscription is offered with Rs 1,199, Rs 1,499, Rs 2,499, Rs 3,999, and Rs 8,499 monthly Jio Fiber plans. The Rs 1,199 and Rs 1,499 pack gives you free access to the Netflix Basic plan, whereas the Rs 2,499 plans upgrade this to the Netflix Standard plan. With the Rs 3,999 and Rs 8,499 pack, you get access to the Netflix Premium account.
Airtel Rs 1,798 prepaid plan
With the Airtel Rs 1,798 prepaid plan, you get a Netflix Basic bundle with 3GB/day data, unlimited calls, and 100 SMS/day for 84 days, among other benefits.
How to choose the right Netflix plan
- If you are a casual Netflix user, you can choose the Standard Netflix plan and stream it on up to 2 devices.
- However, if you want to save more, you can go with the Basic plan (1 device, 720P quality, big screen devices included).
- If you are fine consuming only on mobile, then choose the Mobile plan.
- On the flipside, if you want the best experience, go with the Premium plan that gives you 4K HDR playback, multiple device support along with streaming on 4 devices.
How to change Netflix subscription plans
Step 1: Launch the Netflix App on your phone or visit the Netflix webpage on your browser.
Step 2: Sign in with your account details, if you haven’t.
Step 3: Choose/ hover over the profile icon in the top right corner.
Step 4: Select Account.
Step 5: Now under the Plan Details, select Change Plan. If your account is on hold, no plan changes can be made until the hold is resolved.
Step 6: Then choose the desired plan, then select Continue or Update.
Step 7: Finally, select Confirm Change or Confirm.
How can I cancel Netflix subscription plans
You can cancel the Netflix subscription within the app’s settings anytime you want.
Step 1: Open Netflix.
Step 2: Tap the hamburger menu on mobile or the profile icon on the web.
Step 3: Go to Accounts.
Step 4: Go to Membership & Billing or Membership section.
Step 5: Tap on Cancel membership option. And tap the blue button to confirm.
When you cancel your Netflix subscription, you will be given the option to either downgrade to a cheaper plan or cancel your subscription entirely.
If you cancel your subscription, your access will be available till the date the ongoing plan continues, i.e. the date when your monthly Netflix account is billed.
Upon cancelling your Netflix subscription, you retain the profiles, favourites, viewing preferences, and account details for up to 10 months. So if you re-subscribe within 10 months, you can get back your profile as you left it at the time of cancellation.
FAQs
Does Netflix offer a free trial?
Netflix doesn’t offer a free trial to new users anymore, even though that was the case earlier. You will need to pay the price of the subscription to check out the catalogue and the experience. Of course, you will also need to share your banking details to avail the free trial. Since this makes the first-time usage a subscription plan and not a free trial, you can choose to cancel the subscription within the first month if you do not enjoy the content.
What is Netflix’s free upgrade offer?
Netflix is also offering a free upgrade offer to first-time subscribers in India. Under this plan, all new subscribers are upgraded to a higher-tier plan for free for the first 30 days. After 30 days, the subscription is reverted to the original plan if the customer doesn’t change their plan.
For example, if you subscribe to the “Standard” plan that costs Rs 499/month, you will automatically receive the benefits of the “Premium” plan that costs Rs 649 for the first 30 days. Netflix does this to let its users experience the benefits of its higher-tier offerings and entice them to upgrade after the free period ends.
Can you download Netflix movies and shows?
Netflix lets you download all movies and shows on your devices for offline viewing. The number of downloads depends on the Netflix subscription you choose. The base Rs 199 package allows you to save Netflix shows on just one device, while the top-end Rs 799 plan lets you do so on as many as four devices.
What happens to my Netflix profile when I cancel my subscription?
If you cancel your subscription, your access will be available till the date the ongoing plan continues, i.e. the date when your monthly Netflix account is billed.
Upon cancelling your Netflix subscription, you retain the profiles, favourites, viewing preferences, and account details for up to 10 months. So if you re-subscribe within 10 months, you can get back your profile as you left it at the time of cancellation.
What is the Netflix billing cycle?
The Netflix billing cycle is one month for all users, and it’s generated on the date of purchasing the subscription. The amount is automatically debited from the registered account.
How much data is enough for streaming Netflix?
On a web browser, Netflix uses up to 0.3 GB on Low settings, up to 0.7 GB on Medium settings, up to 1 GB on High (SD), up to 3 GB (HD), and up to 7 GB (4K).
On the Netflix app, you can watch about 4 hours per GB of data on Automatic mode, or 6 hours per GB on Save Data mode.
Can I change my Netflix plan at any time?
Yes, you can by going to your Netflix account and then tapping/clicking on Select Change Plan.
Can 2 people use the Rs 199 Netflix recharge plan?
By default, only one device can access Netflix in the Rs 199 plan. However, you can download a video and use it in offline mode while opening the Netflix Mobile account on a different handset.
Does Netflix offer ads?
Yes, Netflix offers ad-supported plans in markets like Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Spain, the UK, and the US. It is unavailable in India at the moment.
