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Perplexity Pro: In today's digital age, where every information is at our fingertips, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an integral part of our everyday lives. AI-powered tools help us find, analyze information, and do creative work. In this regard, India's leading telecom company Airtel has taken a great initiative, through which millions of Indian users can now take advantage of the advanced AI capabilities of Perplexity Pro for free.
Airtel and Perplexity Pro: A revolutionary partnership in the world of AI
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Recently, Airtel has announced a landmark partnership with US AI company Perplexity. As a part of this partnership, Airtel is offering 12 months of Perplexity Pro subscription absolutely free to all its 360 million+ customers (prepaid, postpaid, Airtel Wi-Fi and DTH). Yes, you heard it right! This premium AI tool with an annual price of ₹17,000 is now available to Airtel users at no additional cost.
This partnership is the first of its kind Gen-AI partnership in India, aimed at providing a powerful and real-time knowledge tool to millions of users, enabling them to navigate the emerging trends of the digital world with confidence and ease.
What is Perplexity AI?
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Perplexity AI is a cutting-edge AI-powered search engine that takes a completely different approach from traditional search engines. It gives you direct and accurate answers, along with references to sources.
- Real-time Web Search: Get the latest information from the internet instantly
- Source Citations: Every answer is backed by trusted sources
- Conversational Interface: Answers in plain language
- Multiple AI Models Access: Many AI models like GPT-4o etc.
Difference between Perplexity Pro vs Free Version
| Feature | Free Version | Pro Version |
|---|---|---|
| Pro Searches | 3 a day | 300+ per day |
| AI Model Access | Sonar only | GPT-4o, Claude 3.5, Gemini 2.5, Grok-2 |
| File Upload | 3 files per day | Unlimited |
| Image Generation | No | Yes - DALL-E, SDXL |
| Support | Normal | Priority support |
Step-by-Step: Perplexity How to Redeem Perplexity Pro
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- Step 1: Open Airtel Thanks App
- Login with your Airtel number
- Keep the latest version of the app
- Step 2: Go to Rewards Section
- Tap on the top-right (three lines) menu
- Select Rewards & OTTs or Rewards section
- Step 3: Find Perplexity Pro Offer
- Look for “Get 12 months of Perplexity Pro worth ₹17,000 FREE” in Banners or Tiles
- Step 4: Claim Process
- Tap on Claim Now
- Press Proceed
- Step 5: Account Setup
- You will be redirected to Perplexity website
- Sign in with Gmail or Apple ID (or create a new account)
- Step 6: Activation
- You will receive an email confirmation
- Your 12-month Pro subscription will be activated
Common Problems and their Solutions
- Perplexity Pro Offer not showing: Update app, keep valid recharge, turn on mobile data
- “Not eligible for your region”: Turn off VPN, clear browser cache, try another browser
- Claim Now button missing: Get an active recharge on Airtel network Wait, restart the app
Offer validity and terms
- Expiry date: 10 January 2026
- Launch Date: 17 July 2025
- Offer is non-transferable
- Must be an active Airtel customer for 12 months
- A user can claim only once
- Auto-renewal will not happen after 12 months
Where to use Perplexity Pro?
- Academics/Research: Verified and deep research
- Professional: Document analysis, business research, content creation
- Creative: Images, creative writing, ideas generation with DALL-E
Perplexity vs ChatGPT: Key differences
| Perplexity | ChatGPT |
|---|---|
| Real-time info, Source citations, Multiple AI models | Conversational AI, Creative generation, Human-like dialogue |
Note: Last date to Perplexity Pro claim is 10th January, 2026!
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About the Author:
Kaif Ansari
I'm a sports Writer with five years of experience, specializing in cricket and a variety of other sports like football, hockey, badminton, and kabaddi. My journey in sports journalism began in 2021 with Possible11, where I've been contributing ever since. My lifelong passion for cricket, ignited by a childhood dream of becoming a cricketer, fuels my writing. While the playing field wasn't my destiny, I found my calling in sharing the thrill of the game through words. I'm a dedicated CSK fan, and my favorite players are Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni.
Beyond the world of sports, I'm also deeply immersed in internet culture, movies, games, and technology. I enjoy creating content that explores these diverse interests, offering unique perspectives and insights. Whether it's breaking down the latest tech trends, diving deep into cinematic universes, or dissecting game strategies, I love to share my enthusiasm with a wider audience.
