DishTV- DTH Helpline, Customer Care and Support (2023)

Where can I get a new DishTV Connection?

You can purchase a DishTV connection online on our website. If you need help in deciding which type of connection to get, you can give a missed call at1800-270-0300 .

Is DishTV available all over India?

Yes, DishTV is now available all across India. Certain type of connections (like our smart box) may have limited availability in the city/area you live in. Please click here, to find out more.

How DishTV is better than its competitors?

DishTV offers an unmatched HD picture quality and crystal clear sound. Our technological superiority, our reach and cost effectiveness sets us apart from our competitors. DishTV is the best and most affordable DTH service available in India.

Where can I see a DishTV Demo?

You can experience the new and exciting worlds of DishTV at your nearby authorized dealer. Most of the consumer durable outlets near you, are authorized to demo and sell DishTV connections. Visit the dealer locator tool to locate your nearest DishTV dealer.

Can I get a discount on a new DishTV connection?

We have a host of exciting offers running most of the time on new DishTV connections. click here to find out.

Will I get a warranty for my new DishTV connection?

What hardware do I need to get?

You will require a set-top-box, a dish antenna and a remote to control the set-top-box. All this hardware comes with new DishTV connection. Installation charges and charges for cable may be extra.

Where the dish antenna would be installed?

Dish antenna will be installed in an open area with clear visibility of the sky to receive uninterrupted signals from the satellite. It can be installed on a roof, veranda, terrace or balcony etc.

Do I need to get separate DishTV connection for each room?

Yes, you will require a separate set-top-box for each TV. You can add upto 3 additional connections with your primary connection, at a nominal cost.

Can I watch YouTube and other OTT programs on Dish set-top-box?

Yes, now with Dish SMRTHUB which is DishTVs Smart/connected set-top-box, you can have best of both worlds. With Dish SMRTHUB, you can watch regular TV channels along with OTT services like YouTube, Amazon Prime and Watcho.click here to know more. Subscription for OTT services, if any, have to be purchased separately.

What is TRAI?

Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is an independent regulatory body to oversee the telecommunications industry in India.

What is TRAI’s new mandate?

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has issued new Regulations which are applicable to all cable & DTH operators. Under these new regulations which will be implemented soon, the Broadcasters have declared the rates of their respective channels. Customers can subscribe to these channels and bouquets as per these new prices. In case you wish to register your choice of channels you can click here

How will my subscription be charged now?

Broadly, your subscription charges would include two components. The first one is called the Network Capacity Fee (NCF). It is like a rental charge on the subscription. The other is the price of any channels that you select, either as a la carte or as part of any bouquet/ combo. Channels can be either free (Rs.0) or paid channels with a declared per month MRP. The prices of bouquets, combos and add ons, along with their channel details, are also available for your information on our website.

How can I select channel as per my requirement?

In case you wish to make a pack with your choice of channels you can click here
Applicable prices and conditions are also listed on the page.
To get the list of bouquets and channels available on our platform, and their prices, click here

Where can I get more information about the new tariff regime?

You can get full information about this on our channel 999. You can also visit the Consumer Corner of our website.

I have already opted my pack as per NTO. Is there any impact on my opted pack due to this extension?

You have made the right choice by choosing a new plan and can continue enjoying the benefits of the new tariff regime.

What are the various methods/modes to recharge my DishTV account?

How do I recharge my Dish TV account from the DishTV mobile app?

Recharging your Dish TV DTH account from the My DishTV mobile app is fairly easy. Download the Dish TV app on your smartphone and login using your credentials. Tap on “Recharge”. Choose an offer or continue with to recharge with your monthly recharge amount. The payment can be made using a wide range of alternatives, right from debit/credit cards to mobile wallets, such as PayTM and/or Google Pay. Just download My Dish TV app, and you will be able to pay for your Dish TV DTH recharge with ease.

Where can I find some good recharge offers for my DishTV account?

While recharging your DishTV account from DishTV consumer website recharge page, My DishTV mobile App or Watcho mobile app you can see customized recharge offers for your account. Alternatively, you can avail various cashback offers while you recharge from 3rd party wallet apps (like PayTM, Mobikwik etc. ). You can find information about ongoing 3rd party offers at the bottom of the recharge page on consumer website.

How do I check my Monthly recharge amount?

While you recharge from DishTV consumer website, My DishTV mobile app or Watcho mobile app, we automatically fill your monthly recharge amount in the recharge field. Alternatively, you can login to your account on DishTV consumer website or the My DishTV mobile app to check your monthly recharge amount.

How do I check the details of my past recharges?

You can login to your account on DishTV consumer website and go to Payment details section in the left panel or you can go to the recharge screen-> Recent payments, on My DishTV mobile app.

I have recharged on wrong account, what do I do now?

I have not received any confirmation for my recharge, what do I do now?

Which is the cheapest Dish TV recharge plan?

There are several cost-effective Dish TV DTH recharge plans for you to choose from. Take this for an example: the most basic package you can opt for is the Classic Hindi Pack for INR 16 (NCF and taxes extra). It has eight (8) pay channels. All those looking for something more comprehensive, can opt for the Bharat Prime Pack worth INR 46 (NCF and taxes extra), which has 23 pay channels.

What is the minimum amount with which I can recharge my DishTV connection?

I can’t recharge by DishTV connection immediately. Can I get an extension in the switch-off date?

Yes, you can get a 3 day extension in your switch-off date in case you are not able to recharge your DishTV connection. For this, you can opt for our “Pay Later” service. By opting for this service, your services will not be discontinued for 3 extra days and you can recharge your account during this time.

What are the charges for Pay Later service?

There is a nominal monthly subscription charge of Rs. 10. Over and above this, you will also be charged an amount equivalent to your single day subscription charge (as per your opted pack). Consider this example: If your monthly recharge amount is Rs. 300. You will be charged Rs. 300/30 days = Rs. 10 for running Pay Later service for 1 day. So if you run on Pay Later for 3 days, it will be Rs 10 x 3 days = Rs. 30 plus the monthly service subscription amount of Rs. 10. Thus in total you will be charged Rs. 30 + Rs. 10 = Rs. 40.

Do I need to pay any charges in case I recharge the connection after de-activation and if I haven’t availed for Pay Later service?

You will not be charged any extra amount if you recharge within 3 days after your due date when your account is deactivated because of non-payment of the subscription fee. After 3 days, you will be charged a nominal fee of Rs. 25. This helps us cover the cost of maintaining your connection for while it was de-active.

How will I carry my DishTV if I am shifting my home or getting transferred to another city/town?

Yes, you can carry the equipment anywhere in India. For further details you can call at our call centre number: 95017-95017

Is there anything that disrupts reception quality? For example, heavy rains?

A few minutes of outage might occur in extreme weather conditions like heavy rains or when the sun comes in the line of the satellite and earth. This phenomenon is called RAIN OUTAGE/SUN OUTAGE and occurs in DTH platforms across the world. This is typically for one or two minutes in a year, outage gets corrected by itself as it is automatically detected.

If something goes wrong with my DishTV connection, whom should I contact?

For any queries or issues related to your DishTV account call 95017-95017 or Do it yourself by following simple steps. You can also call your nearest DISH CARE centre.

What is the set-top-box replacement policy, in case of a faulty set-top-box?

What is a Viewing Card?

A Viewing Card is a credit card sized Smart Card, which contains information about the channels that the customer has subscribed to. When inserted in the set-top box it enables viewing of the channels chosen by the subscriber. You must take care of this card and note down its unique VC Number in a safe place and mention it in your every communication with us.

I have lost/damaged my Viewing Card. How can I get a new one?

You will get new card from dealer by paying Rs. 300/- again while the deposit of the lost/damaged VC is forfeited.

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