It is now possible to access ChatGPT (Go plan), Perplexity Pro, and Google Gemini (AI Pro) for free in India, thanks to a wave of telecom and platform bundle offers designed to reach the largest possible user base. These offers are available both directly and as part of select plans from leading telecom providers such as Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel.
How to Get ChatGPT Go Free in India
- ChatGPT Go, OpenAI’s mid-tier plan, is now complimentary for all users in India for one year starting November 4, 2025, no telecom subscription required.
- Requirements: Indian residents need a valid Indian mobile number, internet access, and an OpenAI account.
- Claim Steps:
- Visit the ChatGPT website or use the mobile app.
- Log in or sign up using your Indian mobile number and email address.
- Look for a pop-up or navigate to your profile/subscription settings.
- Select the Go plan (the price will display as Rs. 0 for 12 months).
- Benefits: Increased message limits, advanced image generation, document upload, and improved access — compared to the standard free tier.
How to Get Perplexity Pro Free in India (Airtel Offer)
- Airtel, the second-largest telecom operator, gives all prepaid, postpaid, broadband, and DTH users a free 12-month Perplexity Pro subscription, valued at Rs. 17,000.
- How to Claim:
- Download/open the Airtel Thanks app and log in with your Airtel mobile number.
- Go to “Discover Airtel Thanks benefits” or the Rewards/Benefits section.
- Find the Perplexity Pro offer and tap “Claim Now.”
- Sign in to Perplexity (using your Google account if prompted) to activate the free year.
- Features: Up to 300 Pro searches/day, access to AI models (GPT-4, Claude, Gemini), document/image analysis, Perplexity Labs for research, and instant activation.
How to Get Google Gemini (AI Pro) Free in India (Jio Offer)
- Reliance Jio unlimited 5G plan subscribers (Rs. 349/month or above) receive 18 months of Gemini AI Pro at no extra cost, a package worth Rs. 35,100.
- How to Claim:
- Open the MyJio app and look for the Gemini banner.
- Tap “Claim now,” sign in to your Google Account, and activate the plan.
- Benefits:
- Access to Gemini 2.5 Pro for advanced research, summary, and code generation.
- Veo 3.1 for cinematic AI video, image generation, and 2TB Google One storage.
- AI integrations into Gmail, Docs, and broader Google services.
- Eligibility: Initially targeted at 18–25-year-olds on eligible Jio plans, rolling out to a broader user base
Telecom Bundle Offers: Details & Comparison
| Platform | Free Plan/Bundle | Duration | Telecom Partner | Who’s Eligible | Features Included | How to Activate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT Go | Yes | 12 months | None required | All Indian users | Enhanced message/image limits, file uploads, improved model access | Enhanced message/image limits, file uploads, and improved model access |
| Gemini AI Pro | Yes (Pro bundle) | 18 months | Reliance Jio | Unlimited 5G users | Gemini 2.5 Pro, Veo 3.1, cloud storage, Google Docs/Gmail AI tools | Sign up at the ChatGPT site/app |
| Perplexity Pro | Yes (Pro bundle) | 12 months | Airtel | Prepaid/Postpaid/Broadband/DTH | 300 pro searches/day, GPT-4/Claude/Gemini, file/image analysis, research tools | Claim via the MyJio app |
Why Are AI Platforms Offering These Deals in India?
- India offers unmatched scale, fast-growing 5G coverage, and an active digital user base — the world’s second largest for most global social platforms.
- Telecom bundles reduce acquisition costs for AI companies and enable daily product usage through carrier apps, particularly in tier-2/3 towns and among new smartphone buyers.
- Winning “default” status on SIM cards and as part of the Indian digital infrastructure is now seen as a key growth move by global AI giants.
You can now get world-leading AI access for free using these mechanisms. In summary, simply:
- Register with ChatGPT. Go online as any Indian user.
- For Gemini Pro, subscribe to an eligible Jio unlimited 5G plan and activate it inside MyJio.
- For Perplexity Pro, be an Airtel subscriber and claim via the Airtel Thanks app.
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