Upfirst

Your Indian Business, Always Answered — With Upfirst AI Receptionist

Take messages

Never miss an important message from your customers. We’ll collect all the details you need from every caller and send them instantly to you by WhatsApp, SMS, or email.

Answer questions

Customers have questions — now they get answers right away. Just tell us your FAQs, and we’ll make sure every caller gets clear, accurate information.

Illustration of an AI answering service in action, showing a smartphone screen with a caller and chat bubbles where the AI answers calls, books appointments, and collects caller information.

Book appointments

Let customers book appointments hassle-free. We can send them your booking link or simply note their preferred date and time, so your schedule stays full and organised.

Transfer calls

Need urgent calls or VIP clients connected to you or your staff? Upfirst can quickly transfer calls to any mobile or landline, so no one is left waiting.

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Indian virtual receptionist

How to set up your answering service in India

Get a friendly, AI-powered receptionist who handles calls in English and local languages, 24/7—no missed calls, ever.

1. Add your information

Share details about your business and let us know how you want your calls managed. Set preferences for greetings, call routing, message delivery, and more—customized to suit your workflow.

Upfirst AI receptionist setup screen showing how a real estate agent can add info about showing availability and buyer/seller services.

2. Set the rules

Pick a local phone number with your preferred area code. To activate your number in India, simply provide your business address, a copy of your ID, and your business registration certificate. Our support team is here to help if you have any questions.

Call transfer rule setup for a real estate agent, showing how to forward tour requests or property inquiries to a mobile number.

3. Forward your calls

Relax—your AI receptionist will start answering every call, day or night. Receive instant call summaries by text or email, so you can follow up quickly and never miss an important opportunity.

AI receptionist greeting an incoming call for Lemon Tree Real Estate, demonstrating 24/7 answering service for realtors.

4. Never miss a call again

Whether it’s a new buyer, seller, or tenant calling, your AI answering service answers 24/7. You’ll get a detailed call summary by text and email so you can follow up fast.

Call summary and transcript of a real estate lead asking about a 3-bedroom home, showing how Upfirst captures buyer inquiries for real estate agents.

Get an Indian phone number

What information is needed to get a virtual number in India?

India has regulations in place to ensure that virtual phone numbers are used responsibly and for legitimate business purposes. To activate your Indian virtual number, you’ll need to provide:- **Your use case** (a brief description of how you plan to use the number)- **Estimated traffic volume** (an idea of how many calls you expect)- **Worldwide address** (your business or personal address, anywhere in the world)Once your Indian virtual number is set up, you can easily forward calls from your existing phone number to it, so that your Upfirst virtual receptionist can answer on your behalf.

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Get your Indian number and unlock your AI receptionist

We offer powerful call answering features at a price small businesses can afford, so you can handle calls professionally and never miss an opportunity.

24/7 live call answering

Stay connected around the clock. Answer every call and capture leads automatically even when you're busy or out of office.

Bilingual receptionist

Greet and assist callers in Hindi, Bengali, English, and 90+ other languages. Serve more customers and build trust across India.

Lead capture

Collect lead details the moment they call. Qualify leads and tell us the right questions to ask callers.

Appointment scheduling

Let your realtor virtual receptionist set up showings and appointments. Send calendar links live on the call to interested clients.

Customized scripting

Shape every conversation whether the caller is a seller, buyer, landlords, or even tenants. Customize call handling how you want.

Call forwarding

Forward calls fast to the right person. Set up call routing rules and transfer callers when it matches your criteria.

Emergency dispatching

Handle urgent tenant calls without delay. Dispatch them to the appropriate on-call maintenance worker.

Detailed call summaries

Receive detailed summary of each call, allowing you to follow up effectively. Upfirst also captures a recording and the full transcript, just in case.

India answering service FAQs

Have a question that isn't answered here? Get in touch with our team.

How does my business benefit from your answering service?

Our answering service helps your business run smoothly by making sure you never miss a call—day or night. We provide professional, friendly call handling so your customers always get fast, helpful support. With Upfirst, you can focus on growing your business while we handle the routine calls, appointment scheduling, and basic inquiries. This leads to happier clients, more sales opportunities, and less stress for your team.

How long does it take to get set up with a local India number?

Getting a local India number is quick and straightforward. We typically require 1-2 weeks to set up your number, because we need to verify your use case, expected call volume, and a valid worldwide address. Our team will guide you through every step to make the process smooth and hassle-free.

Is your answering service available 24/7 in India?

Yes! Our India answering service operates 24/7, every day of the year—including holidays. This means your customers can always reach a real person, no matter when they call. Round-the-clock coverage ensures you’re always available for clients, even outside regular business hours.

Can your receptionists speak languages other than English?

Absolutely. While English is our primary language, we also offer multilingual support for common global languages. If your customers speak Hindi or other regional languages, let us know your requirements and we’ll match you with receptionists who can assist in those languages.

India virtual phone numbers with AI answering