Hotstar Subscription Offers with Recharge Plans [Best Plans]
The Indian Premier League 2025 has begun, and it is being broadcast on JioCinema Hotstar. However, unlike the past two seasons, IPL matches will not be streamed for free this time. Hotstar content can be streamed on mobile, laptop, web, and TV.
For mobile users, the most cost-effective option is still the Super plan, which allows streaming on both mobile and laptop. On the other hand, the highest-tier plan enables 4K streaming on smart TVs. The Premium plan provides an ad-free experience, except for sports events.
From time to time, Hotstar offers exciting discounts over and above the regular subscription cost. Additionally, major telecom operators bundle Hotstar subscriptions with prepaid and postpaid plans.
If you’re planning to buy a Hotstar subscription, don’t forget to check these exclusive offers. We have listed some of the best Jio plans, which allow you to get Hotstar at a much lower price. Similarly, Vodafone Idea (VI) and Airtel have also rolled out add-on plans for non-Jio users, which you can check out.
Hotstar Super vs Premium
Hotstar Subscription Offers for Tata IPL 2025
Tata IPL 2025 has started and is being streamed on JioHotstar. Hotstar has merged with Jio to become JioHotstar. While the last two IPL seasons were broadcast for free on Hotstar, IPL 2025 is not free this time. However, you can still stream it for free through third-party live IPL links.
If you wish to get a Hotstar subscription, let’s explore some of the best offers available. Major telecom operators typically provide a free JioHotstar subscription with their prepaid and postpaid plans. Here, we will list some of the most cost-effective options, including those that come bundled with other free subscriptions.
1. JioHotstar Plans for IPL 2025
For the upcoming Tata IPL 2025 in May, all operators have launched special plans that come bundled with a free Hotstar subscription. Let’s first talk about the specific offers that have been introduced exclusively for IPL 2025.
1.1. Jio special plan for IPL 2025
Talking about Jio’s special offer first, they have introduced a limited-time offer valid until March 31st. If you recharge with ₹299 or more, you will get a complimentary 3-month JioHotstar 4K (1-screen) plan.
If you already have an active plan, you can get this plan for ₹100, which also includes 5GB of data along with a 3-month 4K JioHotstar plan, allowing you to watch content in 4K on TV, mobile, and laptop.
However, this plan will be activated from March 22nd, the day IPL starts.
One important condition:
If you are on a monthly recharge plan (like a per-month plan, not 3-month, 6-month, or yearly plans), you must activate your plan within 48 hours after your monthly recharge expires.
If you are on a 3-month or 6-month plan, you will be able to enjoy JioHotstar for 3 months.
1.2. VI plans for Tata IPL 2025
Vodafone Idea has also launched two plans for IPL lovers, which we can divide into two segments.
1. Data-Only Plan
You can recharge with this plan only if you already have an unlimited calling plan. This works as an add-on pack. It costs ₹101, offering:
3 months of free JioCinema Hotstar Mobile subscription
5GB of data
30-day validity
This plan is similar to Jio’s ₹100 plan, which also provides an add-on data pack with a Hotstar subscription. However, it only includes the Hotstar Mobile plan.
2. Full Recharge Plan
If you don’t have any active plans on your number, you can recharge with this plan. The ₹399 plan includes:
2GB/day data
Unlimited data from 12 AM to 12 PM
1-month JioCinema Hotstar Mobile subscription
28-day validity
This plan is ideal for those who need both data and a Hotstar subscription for streaming IPL matches.
1.3. Tata IPL 2025 plan for Airtel subscribers
For Airtel subscribers, a ₹100 add-on plan is available, which offers a 1-month JioCinema Hotstar Mobile subscription.
Apart from this, there is a ₹195 plan, which provides 15GB of data along with a 3-month JioCinema Hotstar Mobile subscription.
Compared to Jio, other operators are not offering such good plans. In this case, to watch IPL for free, you can visit third-party websites, which we have mentioned in this article.
2. Get ₹250 off on 3 month subscription
Hotstar has launched special plans for select users, offering a 3-month Mobile plan for just ₹49 and the Super plan for only ₹79. You can check your eligibility by visiting the official website.
This offer is great for non-Jio users, as it allows them to get a Hotstar subscription for under ₹100 effectively.
3. Watch Hotstar for free with Airtel
Also, you can download the Airtel Thanks app to check if you are a Platinum customer.
For any customer to become an Airtel Thanks Platinum member, they need to –
- Postpaid – Opt for a plan that is Rs 499 or above
- Broadband – Opt for a plan that is Rs 1099 or above
- Prepaid – ₹499, ₹869, ₹3359 plans
To activate Hotstar Mobile and Premium with Airtel, download the Airtel Thanks app.
After installing the app, open it and navigate to the “Airtel Rewards” section to activate it.
To complete the process, log in to your Hotstar account using the same mobile number associated with your Airtel subscription. Once you’ve successfully logged in, you’ll get 1 year of free Hotstar VIP subscription.
3. Free Hotstar Super with VI Plans
You can get a complimentary Hotstar super/mobile subscription with VI prepaid and postpaid plans.
| Prepaid | Postpaid |
|---|---|
| 499 Plan – 1 Year Hotstar mobile subscription | 501 Plan – 1 Year Hotstar Super |
| Plan 151 – Hotstar for 3 month | Plan 701 – 1 Year Hotstar Super |
| Plan 901 – 1 Year Hotstar mobile | Plan 1101 – 1 Year Hotstar Super |
| Plan 1066 – 1 Year Hotstar Mobile subscription(Prepaid) | |
| Plan 3099 – 1 Year Hotstar Mobile subscription (Prepaid) | |
| Plan 601 – 1 Year Hotstar Mobile subscription(Prepaid) | |
| Plan 399 – 1 Year Hotstar Mobile subscription(Prepaid) | |
4. TimesPrime Hotstar Offer
Times Prime comes with a free Hotstar subscription for 6 months. It costs ₹899 for a year which offers you free Hotstar membership along with free access to Sony Liv Premium, Urban Clap etc. With this offer, you will get Hotstar Super for 6 months.
[Ended] Free Hotstar Super for 6 Months (Visa Signature Card Holders)
TimesPrime membership offers free premium subscriptions to multiple OTT platforms, including the JioHotstar Super subscription. The annual cost is approximately ₹900, but you can reduce it further using referral codes and coupon codes.
However, this membership is currently available for free to select VISA card owners from specific banks.
To avail this offer, visit this page and enter the first four digits of your card. If your card is eligible, you can get the yearly subscription for free.
With the Hotstar Super plan, you can use your account on two devices. This plan allows you to stream Hotstar on mobile, web, and TV devices. However, if you only want to watch on mobile, you can opt for a more affordable mobile-only plan.
