Everyone needs a smartphone these days. Feeling stranded happens when your talk time, SMS, or data runs out unexpectedly. That’s when borrowing from your telecom operator saves the day.
Can we manage being offline for a long time due to limited funds? Today’s interconnected world allows for instant and worldwide communication.
Smartphones today can perform many tasks that were once limited to laptops or desktops.
You can continue urgent Zoom meetings, or video calls with enough mobile data. Airtel keeps you connected with their loan program.
What does Airtel offer as an advance credit loan?
Airtel, a major mobile network operator in India, values its customers in a competitive market. They offer advance Talktime and data loans (3G/4G) when your balance is low.
These loans are refundable with a service charge based on specific terms. They help you make emergency calls when your balance is low. Here’s more detail.
Airtel Advance Talktime loan of INR 10
Borrow INR 10 in advance under these conditions.
Dial the Airtel USSD code 14410# or *141# from your Airtel SIM. Alternatively, call 52141 if you have a prepaid SIM.
Terms and conditions
- To be eligible, you must use the Airtel SIM for at least 90 days.
- Your principal Airtel account balance must be below INR 5.
- A service charge applies to this credit.
- Your principal account balance will deduct the borrowed amount during the next recharge.
- You must have a current outstanding balance.
How to borrow credit balance from Airtel?
You can get this credit balance in two ways:
- Via USSD dialing
- Via the Airtel Thanks app
Using USSD Dialing:
- Dial 14410# or *141# on your Airtel phone to get a Talktime loan.
- Your screen will show three options: INR 10, INR 30, and INR 50.
- Select the amount you need, then press 1 to confirm.
- For May 2022, use the USSD code 1217# and press 7 for an advance Talktime loan.
Using the Airtel Thanks App:
- Download and install the Airtel Thanks app from the Google Play Store.
- Open the app and log in using the OTP sent to your mobile.
- Navigate to the ‘Services’ menu and choose ‘Advance Talktime.’
- Pick the amount you need from INR 10, INR 30, and INR 50.
Airtel Advance Mobile Data Loan
Airtel customers with low balances can get an advance data loan. The loan is 80 MB (2G) or 80 MB (3G/4G) for INR 27. It is valid for two days. Only prepaid users can use this service.
Follow these steps to get a data loan:
- Open the phone’s dial pad.
- Dial 141567#.
- Wait for Airtel’s response.
- Pick between 2G and 3G/4G for your network.
Dial 52141 from your Airtel phone to borrow data. You can use the internet until your next recharge.
Other Ways to Get Emergency Data
Free Data Coupons:
Airtel used to give 5 GB free data coupons with new prepaid SIMs. They have stopped the offer. New users should watch for similar promotions.
Trick Codes:
Many websites list USSD codes claiming free data for Airtel prepaid SIMs. Users should verify these claims before trying them as an alternative to a data loan.
