Cloud storage has become as essential as electricity — we store photos, documents, and backups. And sometimes the 15 GB free quota from Google just doesn’t cut it. That’s why Google’s announcement of a ₹11/month for 2 TB storage offer in India is making waves. But is it real? How does one get it? What are the catches? Let’s dig in.
What’s the Offer?
Google India is running a festive-season promotion, reportedly until 31 October, where users can grab a 2 TB Google One plan for just ₹11/month.
This is far below the standard pricing of the “Premium / 2 TB” plan in many markets.
In short, you pay almost nothing and get a lot.
The plan is part of Google’s Google One subscription service, which extends storage across Google Drive, Gmail, and Google Photos.
It also typically comes with extra benefits: family sharing, priority support, etc.
Why Google Is Doing This
1. Festive push & user acquisition
October in India is Diwali season — big deals, big discounts. Google likely wants to boost paid adoption in India, lock in users.
2. Upsell to AI/premium tiers
Google’s AI offerings (Gemini, AI Pro) are integrated with storage tiers. Once users are on paid plans, upselling is easier.
3. Lock-in & network effects
When users store important files, migrating away is friction. This creates sticky users.
How to Get It (Step by Step)
1. Open Google One (via web or app)
2. Look for a “Special Offer / Diwali Promo / ₹11 plan” banner
3. Select the 2 TB plan under the promotional rate
4. Confirm payment method (even ₹11 is charged)
5. Complete transaction — your storage quota will jump
If no banner shows up, it could be because:
You’re outside the eligible region
The offer expired
Your account is already on a paid plan
You’re using a Workspace/enterprise account
What You Get (and Don’t Get)
Gains:
2 TB storage across all Google services
Family sharing (up to 5 additional members)
Access to Google One perks: support, cloud backup tools, etc.
Option to combine with AI features if you upgrade later ([Google One][3])
Limitations/catches:
This is a promotional price — once the promo period ends, you’ll be charged the regular rate
Some benefits (AI tools, advanced features) might require switching to higher tiers
If you cancel, your storage reverts to the 15 GB free tier
Shared storage means your family’s usage counts toward the limit
Should You Take It?
If you use Google services heavily — backing up photos, videos, Docs, etc. — this is an offer worth grabbing. ₹11 for 2 TB is close to free for the value delivered.
However:
If you already have a paid plan, this probably won’t show or may not bring much benefit.
Don’t forget to set a reminder to check what the rate is after the promotional period ends.
Make sure you actually use the storage — if your usage is still low, a cheaper plan might suffice.
FAQ
Q: Is this ₹11 offer permanent?
No. It’s a limited-time promotional offer, valid until ~31 October.
Q: Will I be charged more later?
Yes — once the promo ends, your plan may convert to the regular 2 TB rate.
Q: Can I share this storage with family?
Yes. Google One’s family sharing allows up to 5 additional users to use the storage.
Q: What if I already have Google One?
You may not be eligible for the promotional rate, or your plan may upgrade automatically — check your Google One settings.
Q: If I cancel, what happens?
Your storage limit will revert to the free 15 GB, and files beyond that may be inaccessible until you free space or upgrade.