How to Call India
Calling India: [exit code] 91 [local number].
India Country Code: +91
Quick answer
To call India, dial your international exit code, then 91, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +91 81234 56789. Calls cost from ~$0.14 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 91 81234 56789
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+91
India's international calling code
Local number
81234 56789
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+91 81234 56789
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call India correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in India - whether you’re calling New Delhi or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to India from anywhere in the world
Dial your country's exit code
Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).
Add India's country code
Dial the country code +91 for India.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in India (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: [exit code] 91 [local number] - For example: 00 91 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
See rates for India →Calling India: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+91
Cost to Call India
~$0.14/min landline, ~$0.10/min mobile
Capital of India
New Delhi
Region
Asia (Southern Asia)
Currency of India
Indian rupee (₹)
India Time Zones
UTC+05:30
Current time
Your time
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City & Area Codes for India
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Agra | 91-562 |
| Ahmedabad | 91-79 |
| Ajmer | 91-145 |
| Alwar | 91-144 |
| Amritsar | 91-183 |
| Aurangabad | 91-2432 |
| Bangalore | 91-80 |
| Barmer | 91-2982 |
| Baroda | 91-265 |
| Beawar | 91-1462 |
| Bharatpur | 91-5644 |
| Bhilwara | 91-1482 |
| Bhopal | 91-755 |
| Bikaner | 91-151 |
| Bundi | 91-747 |
| Chandigarh | 91-172 |
| Chennai (formerly Madras) | 91-44 |
| Chittorgarh | 91-8572 |
| Coimbator | 91-422 |
| Dehradun | 91-135 |
Show all 49 India area codes
| Delhi | 91-11 |
| Deogarh | 91-6432 |
| Dholpur | 91-5642 |
| Fathepur Sikri | 91-5619 |
| Hyderabad | 91-40 |
| Jaipur | 91-141 |
| Jullundur | 91-181 |
| Kanpur | 91-512 |
| Kolkatta (formerly Calcutta) | 91-33 |
| Kota | 91-744 |
| Lucknow | 91-522 |
| Manipal | 91-8252 |
| Mount Abu | 91-2974 |
| Mumbai (formerly Bombay ) | 91-22 |
| Mussooree | 91-1362 |
| Mysore | 91-821 |
| Nagaur | 91-1582 |
| New Delhi | 91-11 |
| Patna | 91-612 |
| Pune (formerly Poona) | 91-20 |
| Pushkar | 91-145 |
| Rajkot | 91-281 |
| Ranthambhore Natl. Park | 91-7462 |
| Sariska | 91-144 |
| Simla | 91-177 |
| Srinagar | 91-194 |
| Surat | 91-261 |
| Udaipur | 91-294 |
| Vadodara | 91-265 |
International Calling to India: FAQs
How do I call India from abroad?
To call India, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +91, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for India?
The country calling code for India is +91. To call India from abroad, dial +91 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to India?
To make affordable calls to India from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +91 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.14 per minute.
How much does it cost to call India?
Calls to India cost ~$0.14 per minute to landlines and ~$0.10 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for India →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling India?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +91. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from India phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local India number, then dial +91. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
