How to Check Airtel Balance: USSD Codes, App, SMS & More – JULY 2025

Learn quick and reliable ways to check your Airtel balance, data, SMS, and more. Includes USSD codes, Airtel Thanks app, missed calls, SMS methods, and step-by-step instructions.

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How to Check Airtel Balance – Fast & Free Methods ?

Whether you're using prepaid or postpaid, here are the simplest ways to check your Airtel account status quickly:

1. USSD Codes (Works Without Internet)

Main Balance & Validity: Dial *123# to see your current talktime and validity 

Data Balance: Use *121# for 3G/4G data usage 

Check Your Number: Dial *282# to display your mobile number 

Additional codes:

Offers: *121#

Talktime loan: *141# or missed call to 52141 

Missed-call alerts: *888#

Unlimited packs: *121*1#

2. Airtel Thanks App

Download from Play Store or App Store.

Register with your Airtel number and OTP.

Tap “Services” to access balance, validity, and data usage 

Manage multiple numbers, recharge, pay bills — all from one dashboard.

3. Missed-Call & SMS Services

Get offers: Missed call to 12131

Airtel recharge codes: Missed call to 123

Activate DND: Missed call to 1909 

SMS commands:

START or STOP to 121 (activate/deactivate services)

BP, OT, PMT, UNB to 121 for postpaid info 

4. Self-Care Website

Visit Airtel’s self-care portal and login via OTP.

View account overview: balance, data, validity, and recharge options.

5. Airtel Dongle Users

Plug dongle into PC, visit 192.168.1.1 in a browser.

Login with default credentials (usually “admin”).

View remaining data and plan details under the “Information” section 

✅ Which Option Should You Use?

Tips & FAQs

USSD codes are free and functional even without Wi‑Fi or mobile data 

No internet? Use USSD or missed calls/SMS.

Questions? Airtel Care: Call 121 or 1800‑23400 .

FAQs

How can I check my Airtel balance offline?
Dial *123# to see your main balance and validity.

Can prepaid and postpaid users use the same USSD codes?
Yes. Most codes like *123#, *121#, and SMS commands work for both.

Is the Airtel Thanks app necessary?
Not mandatory, but it provides a unified view and easy access to multiple Airtel services.

Stay connected with your account effortlessly. Bookmark this guide or revisit whenever you need a quick balance check.