OpenAI Just Gave India ₹4,788 of ChatGPT Go—Free for a Year. Here’s How.
If you’ve been fence-sitting on paid AI, OpenAI just removed the fence. Starting November 4, 2025, Indian users get one year of ChatGPT Go for free—normally ₹399/month, i.e., ₹4,788 for 12 months. Yes, zero.
What exactly is ChatGPT Go—and why should you care?
ChatGPT Go is OpenAI’s low-cost plan positioned below Plus/Pro. It bumps up message/file limits versus Free, adds better memory, and unlocks newer models and features compared with the basic tier—built to be the “everyday power” plan without Pro-level pricing. In India, it launched earlier at ₹399/month.
OpenAI is comping 12 months of Go access in India to drive adoption in one of its fastest-growing markets. Existing Go subscribers are also included, shifting to a free 12-month period. The promotion begins Nov 4.
What you get vs other plans (quick take)
- Free: baseline access, tighter limits.
- Go (₹399): higher message/upload limits, improved memory features, access to newer models than Free; now ₹0 for 12 months via the promo.
- Plus (₹1,999) and Pro (₹200) (USD pricing historically): higher ceilings and premium capabilities; Pro targets heavy/advanced users. Pricing varies and is typically higher than Go.
The India angle
This is a rare market-specific free year for a mainstream AI subscription. It’s clearly a competitive play against other AI assistants and search-style tools, and it lowers the barrier for students, freelancers, and small businesses to trial daily AI workflows without budget anxiety.
How to claim the free year (step-by-step)
- Mark the date: Offer starts November 4, 2025 (IST). If you don’t see it yet, retry later that day—it’s a staged rollout.
- Sign in / create a ChatGPT account on web or app.
- Go to Plans/Settings → ChatGPT Go. You should see the “Free for 12 months” prompt for India. Click Get started.
- Confirm eligibility (country detection is automatic; keep your app/site updated).
- Activate. If you’re already on Go, your next 12 months should reflect ₹0 billing for Go. Watch for a confirmation in Billing.
Tip: If the promo card doesn’t show up, log out/in, update the app, or try web on desktop. Staggered rollouts can take hours.
What you can realistically do with Go (India use cases)
- Students & test prep: longer study chats, file uploads for notes summarization.
- Freelancers/creators: more prompts per day for scripting, ideation, outlines.
- SMBs/solos: draft proposals, polish emails, analyze spreadsheets/PDFs.
- These are precisely the “daily power” tasks Go is built for—without jumping to Plus/Pro.
FAQs
Is it really worth ₹4,788?
Yes—the normal India price is ₹399/month. Multiply by 12 months: ₹4,788. The promo waives that for one year.
Who’s eligible?
OpenAI states all Indian users can get it from Nov 4; existing Go subscribers also receive the free 12-month plan. Corporate/Enterprise plans are separate.
Does it include the very latest flagship models?
Go provides “expanded access to popular features” beyond Free. The absolute newest/fastest models and unlimited usage sit higher in Plus/Pro/Business tiers. Expect better than Free, but not the full Pro firehose.
What happens after 12 months?
You’ll likely revert to the standard Go rate (₹399/month) unless OpenAI extends/changes the promo or you cancel beforehand. Keep an eye on the Billing page.
I don’t see the free banner.
Rollouts can be phased. Update the app, sign out/in, or try desktop web after Nov 4 (IST).
How is this different from ChatGPT Plus at ₹1,999?
Plus generally offers higher limits, faster access, and earlier features than Go—and costs more. If you’re a heavy user, Plus/Pro may still make sense; for most, Go’s free year is a no-brainer.
Pros and Cons (short)
Pros
- Zero cost for a year in India—risk-free trial of paid-tier perks.
- Higher limits vs Free; better for study/work pipelines.
- Existing Go subscribers also covered.
Cons
- Not the full Plus/Pro experience; the highest-end features/limits still live above Go.
Staggered rollout may delay availability on day one.
If you’re in India, turn this on and use the year to build repeatable AI habits—templates, workflows, and libraries. At ₹0, your only cost is time—and the upside is compounding.