MTV on Dish Network: Channel & Package Availability (2024)

MTV Channel Lineup on Dish

Yes, MTV is available on Dish Network across multiple base packages. No premium add-on required.

Channel Numbers

  • MTV (HD): Channel 160
  • MTV (SD): Channel 9360 (varies by market)
  • MTV2: Channel 161
  • MTV Live (formerly Palladia): Channel 368
  • MTV Classic: Channel 163
  • BET Her / BET Jams / BET Soul: Nearby channels (164–170 range).

Packages Including MTV

PackageApprox. Price/MoTotal ChannelsIncludes MTV?
America's Top 120$84.99190+✅ Yes
America's Top 120+$94.99190+✅ Yes
America's Top 200$104.99240+✅ Yes
America's Top 250$114.99290+✅ Yes
Flex Pack (Base)$54.9950+❌ No (add "Variety" pack $10)

Streaming & On-Demand

  • Dish Anywhere App: Live MTV + DVR recordings on phone/tablet/PC.
  • On Demand: Select MTV shows (Ridiculousness, Catfish, etc.) free with subscription.
  • Paramount+ Add-on: $5.99/mo via Dish for full library + live feed.

Pro Tip

If you only want MTV + a few channels, Sling TV Orange + Comedy Extra ($46/mo) or Philo ($25/mo) are cheaper streaming alternatives. But for full Dish bundle (sports, locals, DVR), MTV is in the base tiers.