Airtel Xstream offers 350+ live TV channels with select Xstream Fiber plans in 2026, delivered through the Airtel DTH HD box bundled with your broadband connection. The full Airtel DTH platform carries 500+ channels in total — SD and HD combined. What you actually receive depends on your chosen plan, your region, and whether you’ve added any a-la-carte packs on top of the base bundle.
This guide covers the complete Airtel Xstream Live TV channel list by genre, the plan-wise channel breakdown, how to check your exact channel list, and answers to the most common questions around missing channels and live TV access.
What Is Airtel Xstream Live TV?
Airtel Xstream is Bharti Airtel’s digital entertainment platform. It works in two different ways, and most confusion around the channel list comes from mixing the two up.
Airtel Xstream Box — a 4K Android set-top box that connects to your TV via HDMI. It gets live TV through a satellite dish, so live TV works even when your broadband is down. The channel list comes from Airtel DTH.
Airtel Xstream Play — an app available on Android, iOS, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Apple TV, and Windows. It streams OTT content and select live channels over the internet. It does not carry the full DTH channel lineup.
When most people search for the Airtel Xstream channel list, they are asking about the Xstream Box, which runs on the DTH platform. That is what this guide focuses on.
How Many Channels Does Airtel Xstream Offer in 2026?
Here are the exact numbers for 2026:
- Airtel DTH full platform: 500+ total channels (SD + HD)
- Xstream Fiber bundle (standard plans): 350+ live TV channels
- HD channels in bundle: Varies by plan — most mid and upper plans include a range of HD channels
- SD channels total: 530+ across the DTH network
The “350+ channels” figure you see in most Airtel Fiber plan descriptions refers to the channels you get through the Xstream Box bundled with your fiber plan. If you want more channels beyond that, you can add individual channels or themed packs on an a-la-carte basis under TRAI rules.
Airtel Xstream Fiber Plans with Live TV Channels (2026)
All prices below are before taxes. Plans are available for Xstream Fiber (wired) connections.
| Plan Price | Internet Speed | Live TV Channels | OTT Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹599/month | 30 Mbps | 350+ channels | Xstream Play (22+ OTTs) |
| ₹699/month | 40 Mbps | 350+ channels | JioHotstar + 22+ OTTs |
| ₹899/month | 100 Mbps | 350+ channels | JioHotstar + 22+ OTTs |
| ₹999/month | 200 Mbps | 350+ channels | Amazon Prime + JioHotstar + 22+ OTTs |
| ₹1199/month | 100 Mbps | 350+ channels | Netflix + Prime + JioHotstar + Zee5 + 22+ OTTs |
| ₹1599/month | 300 Mbps | 350+ channels | Netflix + Prime + JioHotstar + Zee5 + 22+ OTTs |
| ₹3999/month | 1 Gbps | 350+ channels | Netflix + Prime + JioHotstar + Zee5 + 22+ OTTs |
Airtel Black Plans combine your mobile, fiber, and DTH services in one bill. These also include live TV access through the same Xstream Box, with channel counts matching the above bundles.
All plans from ₹599 and above that include live TV come with a complimentary Xstream Box. Some plans charge a one-time device fee of around ₹2,000 — confirm at the time of sign-up.
If you want to compare this kind of bundled value against other platforms, the JioTV+ channel list and Tata Play channel list are worth checking before you commit.
Airtel Xstream Live TV Channel List by Genre (2026)
Airtel does not publish a single, static channel list for all plans — it changes by region, language pack, and a-la-carte additions. The list below covers the core channels available across standard plans in 2026. Channel numbers can differ by region.
Hindi Entertainment Channels
This is the largest category on Airtel Xstream. You get the major GEC (General Entertainment Channel) networks including:
Star Plus, Zee TV, Sony TV, Colors TV, &TV, Star Utsav, Zee Anmol, Sony Pal, Dangal TV, Rishtey, DD National, DD Bharati
Hindi Movies Channels
Zee Cinema, Sony MAX, Sony MAX 2, Star Gold, Star Gold Select, &Pictures, B4U Movies, Zee Bollywood, UTV Movies, DD Movies, Manoranjan Movies, Shemaroo Movies
Hindi News Channels
Aaj Tak, ABP News, NDTV India, News18 India, India TV, Zee News, Republic Bharat, DD News, News Nation, TV9 Bharatvarsh, News24, Navtej TV
Sports Channels
Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 3, Star Sports Select 1, Star Sports Select 2, Sony Sports Ten 1, Sony Sports Ten 2, Sony Sports Ten 3, Sony Sports Ten 5, DD Sports, Eurosport
Cricket, football, tennis, kabaddi, and Formula 1 are covered across these channels. Live IPL, ICC events, and domestic cricket series air here depending on broadcast rights.
English Entertainment & Movies
Star World, Sony LIV HD (live stream version), HBO (where available), Star Movies, Star Movies Select, &Prive HD, MN+, Romedy Now, Comedy Central
Kids Channels
Cartoon Network, POGO, Disney Channel, Disney Junior, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., Sony YAY!, Hungama TV, Discovery Kids, CBeebies, DD Gyan Darshan
Parents looking for a focused kids content guide might also find the kids streaming content finder tool useful to explore age-appropriate shows across platforms.
Music Channels
9XM, 9X, 9X Jalwa, 9X Tashan, 9X Jhakaas, MTV, VH1, MTV Beats, Mastiii, B4U Music, Music India, Zing
Infotainment & Lifestyle Channels
Discovery Channel, National Geographic, Nat Geo Wild, Animal Planet, History TV18, Discovery Science, TLC, Fox Life, Living Foodz, FoodFood, NDTV Good Times
Devotional Channels
Aastha, Sanskar, Sadhna TV, Arihant TV, Ishwar TV, Peace TV, Divya TV, DD Girnar, Shubh TV
Regional Channels
Airtel Xstream carries regional content across all major Indian languages. Here is a breakdown by language:
Tamil
Sun TV, Vijay TV (Star Vijay), Zee Tamil, Kalaignar TV, Puthiya Thalaimurai, Sun News, Jaya TV, Vendhar TV, Captain TV, DD Podhigai, Polimer TV, Raj TV
Telugu
Star Maa, Gemini TV, Zee Telugu, TV5, TV9 Telugu, ABN Andhra Jyothy, NTV, Raj News Telugu, DD Saptagiri, 10TV, T News, Bharat Today
Kannada
Star Suvarna, Zee Kannada, Udaya TV, Udaya Movies, TV9 Kannada, Public TV, Kasturi TV, DD Chandana, TV5 Kannada, Suvarna Plus
Malayalam
Asianet, Surya TV, Mazhavil Manorama, Zee Keralam, Flowers TV, Kairali TV, Reporter TV, Manorama News, Asianet Movies, DD Malayam
Bengali
Star Jalsha, Zee Bangla, Sony Aath, ABP Ananda, News18 Bangla, 24 Ghanta, R Plus, DD Bangla, Sangeet Bangla
Marathi
Star Pravah, Zee Marathi, Sony Marathi, ABP Majha, TV9 Marathi, SAAM TV, News18 Lokmat, Shemaroo Marathibana, DD Sahyadri
Punjabi
PTC Punjabi, PTC News, Zee Punjabi, MH1, Punjabi Hits, Rang de Basanti
Gujarati
TV9 Gujarati, VTV Gujarati, Sandesh News, ABP Asmita, DD Girnar, Zee 24 Kalak
Odia / Bhojpuri / Assamese and Other Regional
OTV, Kanak News, Kalinga TV (Odia), B4U Bhojpuri, Bhojpuri Cinema TV, Dabangg (Bhojpuri), Pratidin Time, News Live, PRAG News, Ramdhenu TV (Assamese), DD North East, DD Imphal
OTT Apps Bundled with Airtel Xstream (Not Live TV)
The OTT apps are separate from the DTH live TV channels. They stream over broadband, not through the satellite dish. Here is what comes with plans as of 2026:
- ₹599 plan and above: Xstream Play (includes 22+ OTT partners)
- ₹699 and above: JioHotstar added
- ₹999 and above: Amazon Prime Video added
- ₹1199 and above: Netflix + Zee5 added
The 22+ OTT partners within Xstream Play include SonyLIV, Lionsgate Play, Eros Now, Hoichoi, Hungama Play, and others. This is in addition to the standalone OTT subscriptions bundled with higher plans.
AirFiber vs Xstream Fiber — Same Channels?
Airtel AirFiber uses Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) instead of a wired optical fiber connection. The channel bundle and OTT inclusions are the same. The difference is the last-mile delivery — wireless vs wired.
Both AirFiber and Xstream Fiber plans include the Xstream Box and the same “350+ channels worth ₹350” bundle. Live TV comes via satellite through the dish, not over the wireless internet link, so channels work regardless of whether you are on FWA or fiber.
How to Check Your Full Airtel Xstream Channel List
Airtel does not publish a real-time, plan-specific channel list online. The fastest ways to find your exact channel lineup:
On the Xstream App
- Open the Airtel Xstream Play app on your phone or TV
- Tap Live TV in the bottom navigation
- Browse by genre tab or use the search bar to find a specific channel
- Channels visible here are the ones active in your current plan
On the Airtel Thanks App
- Open the Airtel Thanks app
- Go to My Account → Plans & Packs
- View your active TV pack and channels included
Via Customer Support
Call 121 (free from Airtel number) or 9810012345. Use the “Chat with Us” feature in the Xstream app for a list tailored to your plan and region.
If a channel is not showing up in the app, go to Settings → General → Language & Region → Region on your TV to verify the correct region is selected.
How to Add Channels A-La-Carte (TRAI Rules)
Under TRAI (Telecom Regulatory Authority of India) regulations, every broadcaster must offer channels individually at their published MRP, in addition to bouquet packs.
This means:
- You can add specific channels you want without buying a whole pack
- Each a-la-carte channel has a monthly price set by the broadcaster
- Your base subscription includes the Network Capacity Fee (NCF), which covers up to 100 SD channels free-to-air
To add a-la-carte channels, go to the Airtel Thanks app → My Plans → Add Channels, or contact customer support. This is the right approach if you want a specific sports channel, a niche regional channel, or a premium English movie channel not included in your base pack.
Common Questions About Airtel Xstream Channels
Why Is a Channel Missing from My Pack?
Three common reasons:
- Region mismatch — some channels are region-specific. Check your region setting in the TV settings menu.
- Channel not in your base pack — add it a-la-carte via the Airtel Thanks app.
- App not updated or cache issue — go to Settings → Apps → Airtel Xstream Play → Storage → Clear Cache, then reopen the app.
Do I Need a Dish for Live TV Channels?
Yes. Live TV on the Xstream Box comes through a satellite dish (DTH), not through your broadband connection. Airtel installs the dish as part of the Xstream Fiber setup when you take a bundle plan that includes the Xstream Box. If live TV stops working but your internet is fine, the dish or signal is likely the issue — not the broadband.
Can I Watch Live TV If My Internet Goes Down?
Yes — but only if you are using the Xstream Box. Since live TV is delivered via satellite, internet outages do not affect it. If you are using the Xstream Play app, you need an active internet connection because that platform streams over broadband.
Finding Your Channel, Fast
Not all platforms work the same way. If you are evaluating Airtel Xstream against other providers, it helps to know what comparable services offer. The Tata Play channel list covers India’s other major DTH option. If you are also looking at streaming-only options, the JioTV+ channel list gives you a direct comparison for an app-based live TV service.
For users who want to figure out where a specific channel lives across different platforms, the streaming service channel finder tool can save a lot of time.
If you’re weighing the cost of Airtel Xstream against keeping your current cable or OTT setup, the cord-cutting savings calculator gives you an honest monthly cost comparison.
Channel availability, plan prices, and OTT bundles are subject to change. For the most current list, check the Airtel Xstream app or visit airtelxstream.in.