Last updated November 2, 2026
Plan benefits
- Unlimited local, STD and roaming calls for 28 days
- 300 SMS for the whole validity
- Free HelloTunes access
- No mobile data
Airtel announced its voice-and-SMS-only plans on 19 October 2026 and became the first operator in India to list them. The ₹185 plan is the 28-day option: unlimited calling, 300 SMS and HelloTunes, with no data bundled in.
Plan at a glance
| Operator | Airtel |
|---|---|
| Price | ₹185 |
| Validity | 28 days |
| Data | No data |
| Calls and SMS | Unlimited calls + 300 SMS |
| Extras | HelloTunes |
| Best for | Calls-only Airtel users |
| Approx. cost per day | ₹6.61 |
Who should choose this plan?
This plan is meant for people who mainly make calls and send a few messages, such as feature phone users or those who keep Airtel as a second SIM and use Wi-Fi for internet.
Things to check before you recharge
- There is no mobile internet in this plan.
- The 300 SMS is a total for the validity, not per day.
- Compare the ₹203 and ₹206 plans if you prefer a 30-day or calendar-month cycle.
How to recharge
- Open the Airtel Thanks app or airtel.in and enter your Airtel number.
- Choose Recharge and select the plan.
- Check the price, validity and benefits on the payment screen.
- Pay with UPI, card or net banking and wait for the confirmation message.
Quick question
Why are there three similar Airtel voice plans?
They share the same benefits but differ in validity: 28 days, 30 days and a calendar month.
Plan details are based on publicly reported information from July to October 2026. Prices, validity and benefits can change and may differ by circle, so confirm everything on the operator’s app or website before you pay. This website is not affiliated with any telecom operator.