Airtel partners with Blinkit for 10-minute SIM delivery in 16 cities; here's how to order

In a major move aimed at simplifying mobile connectivity access, Bharti Airtel has partnered with quick-commerce platform Blinkit to offer doorstep delivery of SIM cards within just 10 minutes. This new collaboration enables users to order Airtel SIM cards through the Blinkit app and choose from a variety of services including prepaid, postpaid, and mobile number portability (MNP) options. The initiative is currently operational in 16 cities across India and represents a broader shift toward digital convenience and rapid service delivery. With self-verification powered by Aadhaar, the process eliminates the need for paperwork or in-store visits, marking a notable milestone in telecom customer service innovation.


Cities where Blinkit's 10-minute Airtel SIM delivery is available

As of the official announcement, the 10-minute Airtel SIM delivery service is available in the following 16 Indian cities:

• Delhi NCR
• Mumbai
• Bengaluru
• Pune
• Ahmedabad
• Hyderabad
• Chennai
• Kolkata
• Jaipur
• Lucknow
• Chandigarh
• Indore
• Surat
• Vadodara
• Noida
• Gurugram

The expansion to these urban centers indicates Airtel and Blinkit’s focus on tech-savvy metro and tier-1 city populations who are more likely to adopt app-based services.


Key features of the 10-minute Airtel SIM delivery service

1. 10-minute SIM delivery

The core highlight of the partnership is ultra-fast delivery. Users can now order an Airtel SIM card via the Blinkit app and expect it to be delivered at their doorstep in 10 minutes. This service aligns with Blinkit’s core offering of rapid commerce and expands its reach beyond groceries and household items to telecom services.


2. Multiple service options

The offering allows users to:

• Opt for a new prepaid connection
• Choose a new postpaid connection
• Port their existing mobile number to Airtel using MNP (Mobile Number Portability)

These options are available to both new and existing customers seeking to change their plan type or switch networks.


3. Aadhaar-based self-verification

Airtel has introduced a streamlined digital KYC (Know Your Customer) process, where users can complete SIM activation from the comfort of their homes. By leveraging Aadhaar-based authentication, customers can perform self-verification without submitting physical documents or visiting a retail store. This paperless workflow significantly reduces activation time and simplifies onboarding.


How to order Airtel SIM through Blinkit

• User opens the Blinkit app.
• Navigates to the Airtel SIM card option.
• Selects the type of connection (prepaid/postpaid/MNP).
• Chooses a plan and provides required Aadhaar details for digital KYC.
• Confirms order and awaits delivery.
• Blinkit rider delivers the SIM card, and activation is completed at the user’s doorstep via Aadhaar self-verification.

This seamless integration of order placement and verification creates a highly efficient user journey.


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