RCS Messaging Pricing in India 2026 — Transparent Plans, No Hidden Fees

MetaReach's RCS pricing is per-message, volume-based, and straightforward. No monthly platform fee. No setup charge. No lock-in. See your brand in a live RCS message before you pay anything.

Quick Answer: Basic RCS from ₹0.12/msg · Rich Card RCS from ₹0.15/msg · Enterprise/Bulk custom · Zero setup fee · Zero lock-in · Free demo available

Basic RCS: from ₹0.12/msg Rich Card RCS: from ₹0.15/msg Enterprise: Custom ₹0 Setup Fee ₹0 Lock-in
Pricing Plans

Choose Your RCS Messaging Plan

All plans include Google brand verification, TRAI DLT registration, SMS fallback, and a real-time analytics dashboard — handled in-house at no extra charge.

Starter

₹0.18/msg

Basic RCS

Up to 25,000 messages/month

Message TypeRate
Basic RCS₹0.18/msg
Rich Card RCS₹0.24/msg
SMS Fallback₹0.10/msg
  • Google brand verification — in-house
  • TRAI DLT registration — in-house
  • Jio + Airtel + Vi coverage
  • Automatic SMS fallback
  • Real-time analytics dashboard
  • Free demo before commitment

Best for SMEs and first-time RCS campaigns.

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Enterprise

₹0.12/msg

Basic RCS

1,00,000+ messages/month

Message TypeRate
Basic RCS₹0.12/msg
Rich Card RCS₹0.15/msg
SMS Fallback₹0.08/msg
  • Everything in Business
  • Custom SLA & uptime guarantee
  • White-label option
  • Custom reporting & data export
  • Multi-language support
  • 24/7 enterprise support

Best for large brands, fintech, e-commerce, and banking.

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No setup fee · No contract lock-in · Credits valid 12 months · GST applicable at 18%

Included in Every Plan

What You Get With Every MetaReach RCS Plan

No extra charges, no hidden items — everything listed below is included at no additional cost across all three plans.

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Google Brand Verification

MetaReach handles the complete Google RCS brand submission — logo, business description, sender name, and network registration with Jio, Airtel, and Vi. In-house, no third-party delays.

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TRAI DLT Registration

Mandatory for commercial messaging in India. MetaReach registers your sender ID and manages all DLT template submissions same day, at no extra charge.

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Jio + Airtel + Vi Coverage

Your RCS messages reach customers on all three major networks across India — no network restrictions, no additional carrier charges.

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Automatic SMS Fallback

For iPhone users and older Android devices without RCS support, your message is automatically delivered as DLT-compliant SMS. 100% audience reach, no extra setup required.

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Real-Time Analytics Dashboard

Track delivery, read receipts, button-tap events, and downstream conversions in real time. Export reports. Connect to your CRM via webhook for live signals on every customer interaction.

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Free Demo Before Commitment

See your brand inside a live RCS message — with your logo, verified sender badge, and a real action button — before you spend a single rupee. No credit card required.

Cost Comparison

RCS vs SMS vs WhatsApp — Cost & Performance

Understand how RCS stacks up against the two channels your business is probably already using.

Channel MetaReach RCS Bulk SMS WhatsApp Business API
Cost Per Message from ₹0.12 ₹0.10–₹0.12 ₹1.09/conversation
Average CTR 25–40% 5–8% 15–25%
App Required No (native Android) No Yes
Verified Brand Sender Yes — Google-verified No Meta-verified only
Rich Media & Buttons Yes — carousels, buttons, images No — text only Limited templates
Read Receipts Yes — real-time No Yes
iPhone Coverage SMS fallback auto Full — universal Full
Setup Fee (MetaReach) ₹0 ₹0 Varies by BSP

For the full analysis: Bulk SMS vs RCS India 2026 · RCS vs WhatsApp Business API

ROI Comparison

Why Higher Cost Per Message Does Not Mean Higher Cost Per Customer

For high-value campaigns, RCS delivers far more revenue per rupee spent than bulk SMS — despite the higher per-message rate.

📱 Bulk SMS — 1,000 Messages

Messages sent1,000
Cost per message₹0.10
Total campaign cost₹100
Average CTR2%
Clicks generated20
Conversion rate10%
Customers acquired2
Avg. order value (₹5,000)₹10,000 revenue
Cost per acquisition₹50

🚀 RCS Messaging — 1,000 Messages

Messages sent1,000
Cost per message₹0.18
Total campaign cost₹180
Average CTR25%
Clicks generated250
Conversion rate10%
Customers acquired25
Avg. order value (₹5,000)₹1,25,000 revenue
Cost per acquisition₹7.20

RCS costs 80% more per message but delivers 12.5× more customers and 694× the ROI on a ₹5,000 avg. order value campaign.

ROI calculation assumes 10% conversion on clicks and ₹5,000 average order value. Actual results vary by campaign, industry, and audience quality. For a detailed cost analysis tailored to your business, book a free consultation.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions — RCS Pricing India 2026

What is the minimum order for RCS messaging with MetaReach?

There is no minimum order. MetaReach allows you to start with any volume. However, RCS delivers best ROI at 2,000 or more messages per month — below that, bulk SMS is more cost-efficient for most use cases.

Is there a free trial for RCS messaging?

Yes. MetaReach offers a free demo — you see your brand inside a live RCS message before committing to anything. No credit card required, no signup fee. Book your free demo here.

Does MetaReach charge for DLT registration separately?

No. TRAI DLT registration and Google brand verification are both handled in-house by MetaReach at no extra charge — included in every plan. Learn more about DLT registration support.

Can I switch between RCS pricing plans?

Yes. Plans scale up or down based on your monthly send volume. There is no lock-in period and no penalties for changing volumes. Your per-message rate adjusts automatically as you cross volume thresholds.

How does RCS pricing compare to WhatsApp Business API?

WhatsApp Business API marketing conversations cost approximately ₹1.09 per conversation after Meta's 2025 pricing change. MetaReach's Basic RCS starts from ₹0.12 per message — significantly cheaper for outbound campaigns. For high-volume marketing, RCS delivers 40–60% cost savings over WhatsApp API. Read the full RCS vs WhatsApp Business API comparison.
Related Resources

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