Spotify has introduced lossless audio streaming in India alongside a complete subscription overhaul. Announced on November 14, 2025, the platform now offers four premium tiers starting at ₹139 per month, with high-fidelity lossless streaming exclusively available through the new Premium Platinum plan at ₹299.
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Spotify India Premium Plans Overview
| Plan | Price | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Lite | ₹139/month | Ad-free, 160kbps audio, no offline downloads |
| Premium Standard | ₹199/month | Ad-free, 320kbps audio, offline downloads |
| Premium Student | ₹99/month | Standard features, student verification required |
| Premium Platinum | ₹299/month | Lossless audio (24-bit/44.1kHz FLAC), AI DJ, 3 accounts |
| Audio Format | FLAC | Up to 24-bit/44.1kHz resolution |
| Data Consumption | ~1GB/hour | On lossless mode |
Lossless Audio Arrives in India
The Premium Platinum tier introduces lossless audio streaming—music delivered in FLAC format at up to 24-bit/44.1kHz resolution without compression. This ensures zero quality loss between the original studio recording and what listeners hear, providing audiophile-grade clarity for those with high-quality headphones or speakers.
According to Jack Mason, Spotify Studios producer and engineer, “Lossless refers to when there’s no change between what you deliver to a streaming service and what the listener hears.” However, lossless mode consumes approximately 1GB per hour—significantly higher than standard streaming.
Tiered Premium Structure
Premium Lite (₹139/month): Offers ad-free listening at 160kbps audio quality but eliminates offline downloads—a feature previously included at this price point. This entry-level plan targets casual listeners beginning their ad-free journey.
Premium Standard (₹199/month): Restores offline downloads and delivers 320kbps “very high” audio quality—essentially what used to cost ₹139 before the restructure. New users get two months at this price initially.
Premium Student (₹99/month): Continues serving enrolled students with Standard plan benefits at discounted rates, requiring institutional verification. The plan increased from the earlier ₹69 rate.
Premium Platinum (₹299/month): The flagship tier bundles lossless streaming, AI DJ with voice commentary, AI-powered playlist creation, and compatibility with professional DJ software (rekordbox, Serato, djay). It supports three household accounts, making it costlier than the discontinued Family plan (₹229 for six users).
AI-Powered Features
The Platinum tier unlocks Spotify’s AI DJ feature, which provides personalized commentary while playing songs and accepts voice requests. The AI Playlist tool generates custom playlists based on conversational prompts, while DJ software integration allows users to import libraries for creating professional sets and mixes.
Strategic Market Expansion
“We are evolving our Premium subscription portfolio from the one-size-fits-all model to reflect diverse ways people experience music,” said Amarjit Singh Batra, General Manager for South Asia, Middle East, and Africa. The restructured plans launched simultaneously in India, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and UAE—markets with high growth potential.
Current subscribers won’t automatically upgrade; new plans apply only to fresh sign-ups initially, with existing users able to switch voluntarily.
For more details, visit Spotify’s official website. Follow music streaming news at TechnoSports.
FAQs
What is the price of Spotify’s lossless audio plan in India?
Spotify’s Premium Platinum plan with lossless audio costs ₹299 per month and supports three users.
Does Spotify’s ₹139 plan include offline downloads?
No, the Premium Lite (₹139) removes offline downloads; you need Premium Standard (₹199) for that feature.
