Short code to check Airtel data balance

In this era of fast internet connection and a high volume of internet data consumption, you need to know how much data you have available so that you won’t be left stranded at a time when you need the internet the most. Thanks to the introduction of the Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) which allows you to check the amount of internet data balance left for you to surf at any point in time. 

These short codes introduced by the Airtel network have made life really easy and straightforward in terms of you getting information about your mobile data. There are multiple shortcodes for Airtel and can be confusing but in this article, we will show you how to check the Airtel data balance and other relevant Airtel short codes you may need.

How to check Airtel data balance via Shortcode

To check your data balance follow these steps:

Step 1: Load your phone caller app

• On your phone open the phone app

Step 2: Type in the code

• Type in *323# and press on the call button

Step 3: Wait for a response

• Wait for a few seconds and you will receive a pop-up message on your phone with a summary of your available data balance

How To check Airtel data balance via SMS

To check your Airtel data balance using the SMS option follow these steps below:

Step 1: Use the messaging app

• Open the messaging app on your phone

Step 2: Send a message

• Type “Status” and send it to 141

Step 3: Wait for an SMS reply

• Your bundle balance will be sent as a reply to you

Airtel 4G data balance check

To check the Airtel 4G data balance you can just dial USSD code *141# and you will see a pop-up of your available data balance left alternatively, use the Airtel self-care menu *121#.  

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Airtel Harmonised USSD Codes That You May Need

USSD CODES	FUNCTIONS
*310#	To check Airtel bonus account balance
311	To Recharge Airtime
300	Call Centre Help Desk
*303#	Airtel Borrow Services
*312#	To Buy Data
*323#	To Check Data Balance
*301#	Voicemail Deposit
*301#	Voice Mail retrieval
*305#	Stop Services
*321#	Share Services
*996#	NIN-SIM Linkage

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FAQs: Shortcode To Check Airtel Balance

What is the code to check Airtel data balance?

Dial *323# to check your Airtel data balance on your phone and wait for a pop-up message with a summary of your remaining data balance.

How to check data balance in the Airtel app?

To check your Airtel data balance without USSD code you can download and use the My Airtel app. Available on both Android and iOS respectively. The steps for checking your data balance using the app are as follows:

Step 1: With the Airtel App already installed on your mobile phone, Open the app

Step 2: Tap on the account and it brings up options including account, data balance, and other exclusive offers.

Step 3: From the options, select data balance to see your remaining balance.

How to check Airtel data balance on modem?

To check your data balance on your modem, visit and open the Airtel website (http://www.airtel.in/) in a web browser and register your account by clicking on the Login icon and enter the mobile phone number or your service and your password then click the red button ‘login’.

If you have not registered on the website, click on Register, fill in the form that pops up, and create a password. Click on forgot password if it is a case of a forgotten password and follow the prompt. from the “Accounts tab” in the sidebar, click on the account that you want if you have more than one data plan and your data balance is displayed.

What is the Airtel balance check code?

To check your Airtel balance you can dial the code *310#

How to check net balance in Airtel?

The code for checking Airtel net balance is *310*10#. 

How to check daily data balance in Airtel?

To check your Airtel daily data balance you can use the code *323#.