{"id":643,"date":"2026-06-13T12:37:06","date_gmt":"2026-06-13T12:37:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/livesach.com\/en\/?p=643"},"modified":"2026-06-13T12:37:08","modified_gmt":"2026-06-13T12:37:08","slug":"where-to-watch-formula-1-in-india-streaming-platforms-and-tv-broadcast-guide-for-the-2026-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/livesach.com\/en\/where-to-watch-formula-1-in-india-streaming-platforms-and-tv-broadcast-guide-for-the-2026-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to Watch Formula 1 in India: Streaming Platforms and TV Broadcast Guide for the 2026 Season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship progresses through its record-breaking 24-race calendar, motorsport fans in India have an established network of digital and television platforms to catch the action. Following a recent multi-year contract extension, the sports streaming platform FanCode has retained its status as the exclusive broadcast partner for Formula 1 in the Indian market until 2028.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether viewers are looking for affordable weekend access, traditional television viewing, or premium telemetry data, here is the complete guide on where and how to watch F1 in India this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FanCode (The Exclusive Regional Broadcaster)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">FanCode continues to serve as the primary destination for Formula 1 fans in India.<sup><\/sup> The platform holds the exclusive regional rights to stream all free practice sessions, qualifying rounds, Sprint events, and Sunday Grand Prix races.<sup><\/sup> The service also includes coverage of feeder series, including Formula 2, Formula 3, and the F1 Academy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The platform offers flexible viewing packages tailored to different consumer needs, available via the FanCode mobile application, website, and smart TV applications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Race Weekend Pass:<\/strong> Priced at Rs 99, this pass provides access to all live sessions for a single Grand Prix weekend.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>F1 Season Pass:<\/strong> Priced at Rs 899, this package covers the entire Formula 1 calendar for the year, including full race replays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Motorsports Pass:<\/strong> For Rs 999 annually, viewers get comprehensive coverage of F1 along with MotoGP.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unlimited Livestream Pass:<\/strong> Priced at Rs 1,499 for a full year (or Rs 199 monthly), this provides access to the entire FanCode sports portfolio.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">F1 TV Pro (The Premium Direct-to-Consumer Service)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For dedicated enthusiasts seeking an ad-free, data-rich viewing experience, Formula 1\u2019s official proprietary streaming service, F1 TV, remains fully accessible in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While FanCode utilizes the standard global broadcast feed, F1 TV provides users with the ability to toggle between all 20 live driver onboard cameras, listen to unedited team radio communications, and view real-time timing and telemetry data.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>F1 TV Access:<\/strong> Priced around Rs 1,840 annually, this tier provides delayed race replays, live timing data, and access to the historical F1 archive, but does not include live race streaming.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>F1 TV Pro:<\/strong> Priced at approximately Rs 2,760 annually, this tier includes uninterrupted live streaming of all sessions, alongside all onboard cameras and data channels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>F1 TV Premium:<\/strong> A higher-tier option priced around Rs 3,680 annually that supports 4K streaming capabilities and multi-display functionality for up to six devices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Linear Television Broadcasting via Tata Play<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following a temporary absence of Formula 1 on Indian linear television after the expiration of Star Sports&#8217; contract in 2022, traditional TV broadcasting has returned through a strategic partnership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tata Play has collaborated directly with FanCode to launch the &#8220;Tata Play FanCode Sports&#8221; channel.<sup><\/sup> This dedicated DTH channel brings live Formula 1 broadcasts, alongside other global sports properties from the FanCode portfolio, directly to linear television sets and mobile subscribers across the country.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship progresses through its record-breaking 24-race calendar, motorsport fans in India have an established network of digital and television platforms to catch the action. 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