ChatGPT Go’s 12-month free access offer in India drew huge interest, but users faced payment failures and UPI verification errors during activation. OpenAI said heavy traffic briefly overloaded its systems, causing temporary disruptions in UPI transactions

New Delhi: ChatGPT Go’s 12-month free access rollout in India on Tuesday witnessed significant user interest, but many reported difficulties activating the offer using their UPI credentials.

OpenAI introduced a 12-month, no-cost ChatGPT Go plan for Indian users, beginning November 4, 2025, as part of a limited-time promotion.

However, several users took to X (formerly Twitter) to complain about unsuccessful activation attempts.

Common grievances include repeated approvals of a Re 1 UPI debit without activation, applications getting

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