Tata Play offers 686+ TV channels in 2026 across entertainment, sports, news, kids, music, and regional languages. This page covers every channel with its exact number, HD or SD status, and monthly price — updated to reflect the April 2026 pack revision.
Formerly known as Tata Sky, Tata Play is India’s largest DTH (direct-to-home) provider with over 23 million active connections. Whether you’re looking for a specific channel number or deciding which pack to buy, everything is organized below by genre and language.
Tata Play at a Glance (2026)
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Total Channels | 686+ |
| HD Channels | 100+ |
| FTA Free Channels | 221 (in Complimentary Pack) |
| Monthly Pack Range | ₹9 – ₹538 |
| OTT Combos | Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+ Hotstar |
| Subscriber Base | 23 million+ |
| Customer Care | 1800 208 6633 |
| Official Website | tataplay.com |
Tata Play revised its pack prices in April 2026, with most packs seeing a ₹10–₹50 increase due to broadcaster channel price changes. The core structure remains the same, but check prices before recharging if you haven’t done so recently.
How Channels Are Structured on Tata Play
Before jumping into the list, three things are worth understanding — they explain why your bill looks the way it does.
HD vs SD — What’s the Difference?
SD (Standard Definition) channels work on any Tata Play set-top box. HD channels require an HD or HD+ set-top box. If you’re on an SD connection, HD channels won’t appear even if you subscribe to them. The Ultra 4K set-top box unlocks 4K content where available — mainly select Star Sports and JioStar feeds during major cricket events.
HD channels typically cost more per month than their SD versions. For example, Star Sports 1 HD (Hindi) costs more than Star Sports 1 (Hindi) but delivers significantly better picture quality for live cricket.
FTA Channels — What You Get for Free
FTA stands for Free-to-Air. These 221 channels require no paid subscription. They’re bundled in the FTA Complimentary Pack at ₹0/month. You only pay the NCF (Network Capacity Fee) to receive them.
FTA channels include major news channels like Aaj Tak, Republic TV, ABP News, and international feeds like Al Jazeera (Ch. 637), BBC World News, France 24 (Ch. 639), and NHK World Japan (Ch. 644).
How NCF (Network Capacity Fee) Works
TRAI mandates a Network Capacity Fee on every Tata Play connection. This fee is slab-based — the more channels you subscribe to, the higher the NCF. For up to 100 channels, the NCF is ₹130/month. Each additional slab of 25 channels adds to that base. NCF is charged on top of your channel pack cost and is not negotiable — it applies across all DTH providers in India under the New Tariff Order (NTO).
Top 20 Most Searched Tata Play Channel Numbers
These are the channels users search for most. Find your number here instantly.
| Channel | Ch. Number | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Star Plus | 101 | SD |
| Star Plus HD | 100 | HD |
| Colors TV | 151 | SD |
| Colors TV HD | 150 | HD |
| Sony Entertainment TV | 201 | SD |
| Sony Entertainment TV HD | 200 | HD |
| Zee TV | 251 | SD |
| Zee TV HD | 250 | HD |
| Star Sports 1 (English) | 455 | SD |
| Star Sports 1 HD (English) | 454 | HD |
| Star Sports 1 (Hindi) | 460 | SD |
| Star Sports 1 HD (Hindi) | 459 | HD |
| Aaj Tak | 509 | SD (FTA) |
| NDTV 24×7 | 619 | SD |
| Republic TV | 616 | SD (FTA) |
| Sony Max HD | 312 | HD |
| Star Gold | 371 | SD |
| Cartoon Network | 667 | SD |
| Discovery Channel | 731 | SD |
| &TV | 131 | SD |
Hindi Entertainment Channels
| Channel | Ch. No. | Price/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Star Plus | 101 | ₹19 |
| Star Plus HD | 100 | ₹19 |
| Colors TV | 151 | ₹15 |
| Colors TV HD | 150 | ₹15 |
| Sony Entertainment TV | 201 | ₹10 |
| Sony Entertainment TV HD | 200 | ₹10 |
| Zee TV | 251 | ₹15 |
| Zee TV HD | 250 | ₹15 |
| &TV | 131 | ₹3 |
| &TV HD | 130 | ₹3 |
| Star Bharat | 141 | ₹3 |
| Star Bharat HD | 140 | ₹3 |
| Zee Anmol | 277 | FTA |
| Sony PAL | 211 | FTA |
| DD National | 996 | FTA |
Star Plus and Colors TV are the highest-priced Hindi entertainment channels at ₹19 and ₹15/month respectively, driven by flagship shows like Anupamaa and Bigg Boss.
English Entertainment Channels
| Channel | Ch. No. | Price/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Star World | 401 | ₹5 |
| Star World HD | 400 | ₹5 |
| Zee Café | 411 | ₹5 |
| Zee Café HD | 410 | ₹5 |
| Sony PIX | 407 | ₹5 |
| Sony PIX HD | 406 | ₹5 |
| &Flix | 421 | ₹5 |
| Colors Infinity | 431 | ₹5 |
| TLC | 741 | ₹3 |
| Comedy Central | 429 | ₹3 |
Hindi & English Movie Channels
| Channel | Ch. No. | Price/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Sony Max HD | 312 | ₹10 |
| Sony Max 1 | 388 | ₹3 |
| Sony Max 2 | 355 | ₹3 |
| Star Gold | 371 | ₹10 |
| Star Gold HD | 370 | ₹10 |
| &Pictures | 381 | ₹5 |
| &Pictures HD | 380 | ₹5 |
| Zee Cinema | 301 | ₹10 |
| Zee Cinema HD | 300 | ₹10 |
| B4U Movies | 391 | ₹3 |
| HBO | 403 | ₹15 |
| HBO HD | 402 | ₹15 |
| Sony BBC Earth HD | 724 | ₹10 |
Sports Channels on Tata Play
Star Sports Channel Numbers — IPL & T20 2026
With the Star-Viacom18 merger completed under the JioStar umbrella, Star Sports remains the exclusive linear TV broadcaster for IPL 2026 and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Star Sports 1 (Hindi) and Star Sports 1 HD (Hindi) are the primary feeds for Indian matches.
| Channel | Ch. No. | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Star Sports 1 (English) | 455 | SD |
| Star Sports 1 HD (English) | 454 | HD |
| Star Sports 1 (Hindi) | 460 | SD |
| Star Sports 1 HD (Hindi) | 459 | HD |
| Star Sports 1 (Tamil) | 1551 | SD |
| Star Sports 1 (Tamil HD) | 1550 | HD |
| Star Sports 1 (Kannada) | 1645 | SD |
| Star Sports 2 | 467 | SD |
| Star Sports 2 HD | 466 | HD |
| Star Sports 3 | 468 | SD |
| Star Sports Select 1 | 470 | SD |
| Star Sports Select 1 HD | 469 | HD |
| Star Sports Select 2 | 472 | SD |
| Star Sports Select 2 HD | 471 | HD |
| Ten 1 | 491 | SD |
| Ten 1 HD | 490 | HD |
| Ten 3 | 493 | SD |
| Ten 3 HD | 492 | HD |
| DD Sports | 957 | FTA |
Regional language Star Sports feeds (Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Bengali) are placed in the 1300–1600 number range on Tata Play. For IPL 2026, HD sports packs must be active on your connection before match day — adding them mid-match can take up to 15 minutes to activate.
News Channels — Hindi & English
| Channel | Ch. No. | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aaj Tak | 509 | FTA |
| ABP News | 504 | FTA |
| Bharat 24 | 531 | FTA |
| Bharat Express | 535 | FTA |
| APN News | 542 | FTA |
| NDTV India | 515 | SD |
| News18 India | 521 | SD |
| CNN-News18 | 621 | SD |
| NDTV 24×7 | 619 | SD |
| Times Now | 611 | SD |
| Republic TV | 616 | FTA |
| India Today | 614 | SD |
| Wion | 622 | SD |
| BBC World News | 629 | SD |
| Al Jazeera | 637 | FTA |
| France 24 | 639 | FTA |
| Channel News Asia | 638 | FTA |
| NHK World Japan | 644 | FTA |
| ABC Australia | 642 | FTA |
| Russia Today | 643 | FTA |
Most Hindi news channels are available on FTA — you pay only the NCF. English news channels from Indian broadcasters (Times Now, NDTV 24×7) carry a small monthly charge.
Kids Channels
| Channel | Ch. No. | Price/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Disney Junior | 661 | ₹5 |
| Disney Junior HD | 660 | ₹5 |
| Nick | 671 | ₹5 |
| Nick Junior | 673 | ₹3 |
| Cartoon Network | 667 | ₹5 |
| POGO | 669 | ₹5 |
| Marvel HQ | 675 | ₹3 |
| Sony YAY! | 676 | ₹3 |
| Disney Channel | 663 | ₹5 |
| Discovery Kids | 733 | ₹3 |
Tata Play’s Kids pack bundles 14 channels including Disney, Nick, Marvel HQ, and Cartoon Network. If you have young children at home, you can also use the Kids Streaming Content Finder to match age-appropriate content across platforms.
Music Channels
| Channel | Ch. No. | Price/Month |
|---|---|---|
| 9XM | 701 | ₹3 |
| MTV | 703 | ₹3 |
| MTV HD | 702 | ₹5 |
| VH1 | 705 | ₹5 |
| VH1 HD | 704 | ₹5 |
| Zee Music Company | 711 | ₹3 |
| 9X Jalwa | 715 | ₹3 |
| 9X Tashan (Punjabi) | 717 | ₹3 |
| Colors Beats | 721 | ₹3 |
| Sangeet Bangla | 1371 | ₹3 |
Knowledge & Lifestyle Channels
| Channel | Ch. No. | Price/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery Channel | 731 | ₹5 |
| Discovery Channel HD | 730 | ₹5 |
| Animal Planet | 735 | ₹5 |
| Animal Planet HD | 734 | ₹5 |
| National Geographic | 741 | ₹5 |
| National Geographic HD | 740 | ₹5 |
| Nat Geo Wild | 743 | ₹5 |
| Nat Geo Wild HD | 742 | ₹5 |
| Sony BBC Earth | 725 | ₹5 |
| Sony BBC Earth HD | 724 | ₹10 |
| TLC | 741 | ₹3 |
| HISTORY TV18 | 737 | ₹3 |
| FYI TV18 | 747 | ₹3 |
Spiritual Channels
| Channel | Ch. No. | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aastha | 801 | FTA |
| Sanskar TV | 803 | FTA |
| Peace TV | 811 | FTA |
| God TV | 813 | FTA |
| Ishwar TV | 817 | FTA |
| NDTV Good Times | 751 | SD |
All major spiritual channels on Tata Play are FTA — they’re included in the Complimentary Pack at no extra cost.
Regional Language Channels
Tamil
| Channel | Ch. No. | Price/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Sun TV | 1501 | ₹10 |
| Sun TV HD | 1500 | ₹10 |
| Star Vijay | 1511 | ₹3 |
| Star Vijay HD | 1510 | ₹3 |
| Colors Tamil | 1521 | ₹3 |
| Zee Tamil | 1531 | ₹3 |
| Kalaignar TV | 1541 | ₹3 |
| Makkal TV | 1533 | FTA |
| Polimer TV | 1532 | FTA |
| Peppers TV | 1534 | FTA |
| Thanthi TV | 1557 | FTA |
| Polimer News | 1561 | FTA |
| Sun News | 1581 | SD |
| Jaya TV | 1601 | ₹3 |
Telugu
| Channel | Ch. No. | Price/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Star Maa | 1401 | ₹10 |
| Star Maa HD | 1400 | ₹10 |
| Zee Telugu | 1411 | ₹5 |
| Zee Telugu HD | 1410 | ₹5 |
| Gemini TV | 1421 | ₹5 |
| Colors Telugu | 1431 | ₹3 |
| TV9 Telugu | 1459 | FTA |
| NTV Telugu | 1460 | FTA |
| Sakshi TV | 1456 | FTA |
| TV5 News | 1458 | FTA |
Malayalam
| Channel | Ch. No. | Price/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Asianet | 1201 | ₹10 |
| Asianet HD | 1200 | ₹10 |
| Mazhavil Manorama | 1211 | ₹10 |
| Surya TV | 1221 | ₹5 |
| Flowers TV | 1231 | ₹3 |
| Zee Keralam | 1241 | ₹3 |
| Asianet News | 1841 | FTA |
Kannada
| Channel | Ch. No. | Price/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Star Suvarna | 1601 | ₹5 |
| Star Suvarna HD | 1600 | ₹5 |
| Colors Kannada | 1611 | ₹5 |
| Colors Kannada HD | 1610 | ₹5 |
| Zee Kannada | 1621 | ₹5 |
| Udaya TV | 1631 | ₹3 |
| Star Sports 1 (Kannada) | 1645 | SD |
Marathi
| Channel | Ch. No. | Price/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Star Pravah | 1251 | ₹5 |
| Star Pravah HD | 1250 | ₹5 |
| Colors Marathi | 1261 | ₹5 |
| Colors Marathi HD | 1260 | ₹5 |
| Zee Marathi | 1271 | ₹5 |
| Zee Marathi HD | 1270 | ₹5 |
| Sony Marathi | 1213 | ₹5 |
| Sun Marathi HD | 1216 | ₹10 |
Bengali
| Channel | Ch. No. | Price/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Star Jalsha | 1301 | ₹10 |
| Star Jalsha HD | 1300 | ₹10 |
| Zee Bangla | 1311 | ₹10 |
| Sun Bangla HD | 1316 | ₹10 |
| Colors Bangla | 1321 | ₹5 |
| ABP Ananda | 1360 | FTA |
Gujarati, Punjabi & Odia
| Channel | Ch. No. | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Gujarati | 1701 | Gujarati |
| Zee Gujarati | 1711 | Gujarati |
| Colors Punjabi | 1801 | Punjabi |
| PTC Punjabi | 1811 | Punjabi |
| 9X Tashan | 717 | Punjabi |
| OTV | 1851 | Odia |
| Tarang TV | 1861 | Odia |
FTA Complimentary Pack — 221 Free Channels
The FTA Complimentary Pack is available to every Tata Play subscriber at ₹0/month. It includes 221 channels — 217 SD and 4 HD — spanning news, spiritual, select entertainment, and international feeds.
Notable FTA channels:
- News: Aaj Tak (509), ABP News (504), Republic TV (616), Bharat 24 (531), Bharat Express (535)
- International: Al Jazeera (637), France 24 (639), Channel News Asia (638), NHK World Japan (644), ABC Australia (642)
- Entertainment: Zee Anmol (277), Sony PAL (211), DD National (996), DD Sports (957)
- Spiritual: Aastha (801), Sanskar TV (803), Peace TV (811)
- Regional FTA: Polimer TV (1532), Makkal TV (1533), TV9 Telugu (1459), ABP Ananda (1360), Asianet News (1841)
You pay NCF on these channels but nothing extra. If you’re exploring a minimal-spend setup, FTA is a strong base. Combine this with an OTT app for complete coverage without a heavy monthly bill.
Tata Play Pack Prices 2026 (Updated April 2026)
Pack prices were revised in April 2026. Most popular packs saw a ₹10–₹50 monthly increase. Below are the most subscribed plans.
Popular Monthly Packs
| Pack Name | Price/Month | Channels Approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Hindi Bachat | ₹89 | 60+ |
| Hindi Super Value HD | ₹176 | 100+ |
| Tamil Thalaiva HD New | ₹237 | 90+ |
| Marathi Super Value HD | ₹87 | 70+ |
| Telugu Value HD | ₹109 | 75+ |
| Malayalam Smart | ₹99 | 65+ |
| Tamil Metro HD | ₹175 | 85+ |
| Bengali Smart | ₹89 | 60+ |
| Odia Smart | ₹79 | 55+ |
| Sports Plus HD | ₹299 | Star Sports all feeds |
Regional packs range from ₹9 to ₹538/month. All packs exclude NCF and GST, which are charged separately.
OTT Combo Plans
| Combo | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Netflix Basic Combo | ₹199/month | 18 SD channels + Netflix Basic |
| Amazon Prime Annual | ₹1,499/year | Tata Play channels + Amazon Prime |
These combos are ideal if you split time between DTH and streaming. If you’re comparing streaming costs across services, the Streaming Cost Tracker or the Streaming Service Comparison tool can help you decide what actually makes sense for your household budget.
For users exploring alternatives to DTH, the JioTV Plus channel list and Airtel Xstream live TV channels cover similar Indian TV content over broadband connections.
How to Find, Add, or Remove a Channel on Tata Play
Via the Tata Play App (Fastest Method)
- Download the Tata Play app (Android or iOS)
- Log in with your registered mobile number
- Go to “My Packs” → “Add Channels”
- Search by channel name or genre
- Select and confirm — activation takes 5–15 minutes
Via the Website
- Visit tataplay.com and log in
- Click “Manage Pack” in the top menu
- Use the Channel Finder to search and add
Via Customer Care Call 1800 208 6633 (toll-free, 24×7). Have your Subscriber ID ready — it’s printed on your set-top box.
Via the Remote Press the “Interactive” button on your Tata Play remote → go to Channel Manager → select “Add/Remove Channels.” This works on HD and HD+ set-top boxes.
If you’re having issues locating channels after a recent recharge, try a channel scan from the set-top box menu. New channels added after a pack change sometimes require a manual scan to appear in the EPG (Electronic Program Guide).
Tata Play vs Other DTH Providers — Quick Comparison
| Feature | Tata Play | Airtel Digital TV | Dish TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Channels | 686+ | 550+ | 500+ |
| FTA Channels | 221 | 180+ | 170+ |
| OTT Combos | Netflix, Prime, Hotstar | Netflix, Prime, Hotstar | Limited |
| HD Channels | 100+ | 90+ | 75+ |
| 4K Support | Yes (Ultra STB) | Yes | Limited |
| NCF Structure | TRAI slab | TRAI slab | TRAI slab |
| Customer Care | 1800 208 6633 | 1800 103 6065 | 1800 180 3474 |
Tata Play leads in total channel count and FTA offerings. If you’re comparing Indian DTH services with international streaming platforms, the Best Streaming Bundle Finder can help identify whether a DTH + OTT combo or a pure streaming setup saves you more over 12 months. You can also use the Cord-Cutting Savings Calculator to run a straight cost comparison against your current Tata Play bill.
If you’re exploring global channel platforms for comparison, the Dish Network channels list and Sling TV channels list offer useful benchmarks for content variety and pricing structures used in other markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many channels does Tata Play offer in 2026? Tata Play offers 686+ channels in 2026, including 100+ HD channels and 221 FTA channels available at no subscription cost.
What is the channel number of Star Sports 1 HD Hindi on Tata Play? Star Sports 1 HD (Hindi) is on channel number 459 on Tata Play.
What channels come free on Tata Play? The FTA Complimentary Pack includes 221 free channels — Aaj Tak (509), Republic TV (616), ABP News (504), Al Jazeera (637), DD National (996), DD Sports (957), Polimer TV (1532), TV9 Telugu (1459), and more. These are available at ₹0/month; only NCF applies.
Did Tata Play change its prices in 2026? Yes. Pack prices were revised in April 2026. Most packs saw a ₹10–₹50 monthly increase due to broadcaster channel price changes. The FTA structure remains unchanged.
What is the cheapest Tata Play monthly plan? Regional packs start from ₹9/month. The Hindi Bachat pack at ₹89/month is the most popular entry-level plan with 60+ channels.
How do I know which pack my channel belongs to? Use the Channel Finder on tataplay.com or search by channel name in the Tata Play app. Each channel’s page shows exactly which packs include it and the monthly cost.
Can I watch Tata Play channels without a set-top box? Tata Play Binge subscribers can watch live TV and OTT content through the Tata Play mobile app and website without the set-top box. A standard DTH subscription still requires a set-top box for television access.
What is the difference between Tata Sky and Tata Play? They are the same service. Tata Sky was rebranded to Tata Play in 2022. All channel numbers, subscriber accounts, and set-top boxes remained unchanged after the rebrand.