Product Launch Details

Bharti Airtel Limited announced the launch of new postpaid plans with free international roaming benefits effective from October 8, 2026.

Product Features

The new postpaid plans include:

  • Free International Roaming: Complimentary pack offering 5GB data, 60 minutes of outgoing calls, 25 outgoing SMS, and free incoming SMS valid for 5 days
  • Activation Flexibility: Customers can activate the 5-day international roaming pack at their exact time of choice
  • Family Plan Coverage: For Airtel Postpaid family plans, the free international roaming option is available for each family member
  • Additional Benefits: Unlimited data, Fast Lane technology on 5G, network-level spam and fraud protection, and entertainment subscriptions

Plan Structure and Pricing

| Plan Rental | Number of SIMs | Telco Benefits | Safety Features | Entertainment Subscriptions | International Roaming |

| ₹499 | Individual | Unlimited Data and Calling | Spam and Fraud Prevention | Xstream Play Premium, Google One | 1 Free Trip per SIM per year |

| ₹749 | Family of 2 | Unlimited Data and Calling | Spam and Fraud Prevention | Amazon Prime, JioHotstar, Xstream Play Premium, Google One | 1 Free Trip per SIM per year |

| ₹1049 | Family of 3 | Unlimited Data and Calling | Spam and Fraud Prevention | Apple iCloud+, Apple Music, Amazon Prime, JioHotstar, Xstream Play Premium, Google One | 1 Free Trip per SIM per year |

| ₹1249 | Family of 4 | Unlimited Data and Calling | Spam and Fraud Prevention | Apple iCloud+, Apple Music, Amazon Prime, JioHotstar, Xstream Play Premium, Google One | 1 Free Trip per SIM per year |

| ₹1449 | Family of 4 | Unlimited Data and Calling | Spam and Fraud Prevention | Netflix Basic, Apple iCloud+, Apple Music, Amazon Prime, JioHotstar, Xstream Play Premium, Google One | 1 Free Trip per SIM per year |

| ₹1799 | Family of 5 | Unlimited Data and Calling | Spam and Fraud Prevention | Netflix Standard, Apple iCloud+, Apple Music, Amazon Prime, JioHotstar, Xstream Play Premium, Google One | 1 Free Trip per SIM per year |

Customer Access and Migration

  • New Customers: Non-Airtel customers can switch to Airtel Postpaid by raising a switching request through the Airtel App or by visiting an Airtel store
  • Existing Customers: Both existing postpaid and prepaid customers can upgrade to these new plans through the Airtel App or by visiting nearby Airtel Stores

Management Commentary

Amit Tripathi, Director – Market Operations, Bharti Airtel, stated: "Postpaid for us is about delivering the best-in-class experience in the Indian market. We have the best network experience in the country, on which we offer our postpaid customers Fast Lane technology on 5G, and constant Spam and frauds protection. What is more, we offer the customers the best value – through access to entertainment and services that enrich their everyday lives; and now Free International Roaming for them. We are determined to constantly raising the game for customers and give them more and more reasons to choose Airtel Postpaid."

Additional Benefits

Customers also get access to exclusive experiences through the Airtel Postpaid Advantage Club, including comedy shows, movie premieres, and concerts.

Company Background

Bharti Airtel is headquartered in India with over 650 million customers in 15 countries across India and Africa, with presence in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka through associate entities. The company is ranked second amongst mobile operators globally with networks covering over two billion people. Airtel's retail portfolio includes high-speed 4G/5G mobile, Wi-Fi (FTTH+ FWA) with speeds up to 1 Gbps, video streaming services, digital payments, and financial services.