Airtel Joins Hands with Blinkit to Launch 10-Minute SIM Card Delivery in 16 Indian Cities

Bharti Airtel has launched a groundbreaking partnership with Blinkit, India’s leading quick commerce platform, to deliver new SIM cards in just 10 minutes. This innovative service is now available in 16 major cities across the country and marks the first time a telecom operator has introduced such an ultra-fast SIM delivery option in India.

How the Airtel-Blinkit SIM Delivery Service Works

Doorstep Delivery at Just ₹49

Customers seeking a new Airtel connection can now conveniently order a prepaid or postpaid SIM card through Blinkit’s platform. For a small convenience fee of ₹49, the SIM card will be delivered to their doorstep in just 10 minutes.

Once delivered, users can easily activate the SIM using an Aadhaar-based e-KYC process, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience without needing to visit a store.

“Today we are thrilled to partner with Blinkit for 10-minute SIM card delivery to customers’ homes across 16 cities and in due course of time we plan to expand this partnership to additional cities,” said Siddharth Sharma, CEO, Connected Homes and Director of Marketing at Bharti Airtel.

Activation Made Easy With Online Support

Self-Activation With Video Guide and App Help

Customers will receive access to a dedicated online link and an instructional video to assist in completing the activation process.

Users can also access real-time support through the Airtel Thanks app, with a dedicated helpline number available for any additional assistance they may need. To ensure security and regulatory compliance, Airtel has mandated that all delivered SIM cards must be activated within 15 days of receipt.

“Blinkit takes care of the delivery, while Airtel makes it easy for customers to complete self-KYC, activate their SIM, and choose between prepaid or postpaid plans,” added Albinder Dhindsa, Founder and CEO of Blinkit.

Available in 16 Cities With Plans to Expand

Currently, the service covers the following Indian cities:

• Delhi, Gurgaon, Faridabad, Sonipat

• Ahmedabad, Surat, Chennai, Bhopal

• Indore, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune

• Lucknow, Jaipur, Kolkata, and Hyderabad

These cities are part of Blinkit’s high-speed delivery network, making them the ideal starting points for this fast and convenient SIM distribution initiative.

Why This Matters

This collaboration between Airtel and Blinkit brings a new level of convenience and speed to the telecom industry. It not only eliminates the traditional wait times and store visits but also empowers customers to get connected in minutes—an essential benefit in today’s fast-paced digital world.

By leveraging quick commerce logistics and digital onboarding technologies, Airtel is redefining how users access telecom services, making it one of the first telecom brands to embrace instant delivery innovation.

Conclusion

Bharti Airtel’s partnership with Blinkit marks a significant step forward in revolutionizing the telecom customer experience in India. By offering 10-minute doorstep delivery of SIM cards across 16 major cities, Airtel is aligning with the growing demand for convenience and speed in essential services. 

This initiative not only simplifies the process of acquiring a new connection but also empowers users with seamless Aadhaar-based e-KYC activation, online support, and flexible prepaid or postpaid options. 

As the first telecom operator in the country to leverage quick commerce for SIM distribution, Airtel is setting a new benchmark in digital transformation and customer-centric innovation. 

With plans to expand this service to more cities, the collaboration is poised to further enhance accessibility and redefine how telecom services are delivered. For today’s fast-moving consumers, Airtel’s bold move is a game-changer, offering connectivity at lightning speed—right to their doorstep.