New Delhi: Finding a postpaid plan that balances data, OTT perks, and billing convenience for two people has always been tricky—until now. Bharti Airtel has officially refreshed its portfolio with the ₹699 Infinity Family Postpaid Plan, aiming directly at couples and small families who want to escape the hassle of multiple bills.
The headline feature? It bundles two connections (1 Primary + 1 Free Add-on) under a single bill, effectively bringing the cost down to just ₹350 per person (excluding taxes). Plus, it includes a premium subscription to the newly merged Star-Viacom18 streaming platform.
Plan Breakdown: What Do You Get?
Here is the granular detail of what the ₹699 rental (excluding GST) buys you in 2026:
| Feature | Primary SIM | Add-on SIM | Total Benefit |
| Connection | 1 (Parent) | 1 (Free) | 2 Active SIMs |
| Data Allowance | 75 GB | 30 GB | 105 GB / Month |
| Data Rollover | Yes | Yes | Up to 200 GB |
| Calling | Unlimited | Unlimited | Local + STD + Roaming |
| SMS | 100/Day | 100/Day | Standard Quota |
The “OTT” Buffet: Premium Content Bundled
Airtel has aggressively bundled premium content to counter Jio’s ecosystem.
- Disney+ Hotstar (1 Year): Following the massive Star-Viacom18 merger, this plan offers a 1-year mobile subscription to the unified platform. You get access to IPL, HBO Originals, and Disney content.
- Note: While the industry now refers to this as the “Jio-Star” ecosystem, Airtel continues to brand the service as Disney+ Hotstar for its subscribers.
- Amazon Prime (6 Months): Includes Prime Video, Music, and free shipping on Amazon India.
- Airtel Xstream Play: Access to 20+ OTTs like SonyLIV and Lionsgate Play via the Xstream app.
- Handset Protection: Free accidental damage cover for the primary smartphone.
Comparison: Airtel vs. The Rivals (2026)
Is this plan better than Jio or Vi? Here is the 2026 landscape check:
| Feature | Airtel Family 699 | Jio Plus 699 | Vi Max 701 |
| Total SIMs | 2 (1 + 1 Free) | 1 (+ Add-ons @ ₹99) | 1 (Individual Unlimited) |
| Total Data | 105 GB (Shared) | Unlimited (Primary) | Unlimited (No Cap) |
| Streaming | Disney+ Hotstar | Netflix Basic + JioTV | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Best For | Couples / Value | Netflix Lovers | Heavy Data Users |
Editor’s Note: Jio often charges a small fee (₹99/month) for add-on SIMs on this tier, whereas Airtel’s new offering integrates the second SIM for free, making it the cheaper option for two users.
How to Activate / Switch
- New Users: Visit any Airtel Store or request a “Home Delivery” of SIMs via the Airtel website.
- Existing Prepaid: Open the Airtel Thanks App $\rightarrow$ Click “Upgrade to Postpaid” $\rightarrow$ Select ₹699 Plan.
- Adding the 2nd Number: Once the plan is active, go to Manage Plan in the app and send an invite to the second Airtel number. Once they accept the OTP, they become the “Add-on” user.
Key Highlights Box
- 💰 Price: ₹699 (+18% GST).
- 👥 Users: 2 (Perfect for couples).
- 📺 OTT: Disney+ Hotstar & Amazon Prime.
- 🔄 Rollover: Save unused data (up to 200GB).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A: Yes, you can de-link the add-on number via the Airtel Thanks App. It will then become an individual standalone connection with its own bill.
A: The bundled subscription in this plan is the Mobile Edition, meant for viewing on smartphones. For TV access, you usually need to upgrade to the ₹999 plan or purchase a separate premium upgrade.
A: Post-quota usage will result in reduced internet speeds (throttling). To continue high-speed surfing, you can buy “Data Booster” packs starting from ₹99 via the app.
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