Airtel, Jio, or Vodafone Idea (Vi) users are now facing increased mobile bills as these telecom giants have hiked their recharge plans by up to 25 per cent starting July 3. This price increase has affected monthly, quarterly, and annual plans, making mobile services more expensive for millions of users. Coming in as a respite, state-owned telco Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) continues to provide the most economical tariff plans. BSNL’s affordability remains a key attraction for both existing users and those considering switching from other networks.
It should be noted that these plans are not available in the North East, Jammu and Kashmir, and Assam. Additionally, BSNL's network is limited to 4G, which may offer inconsistent coverage compared to private operators. The operator has yet to announce official 5G rollout plans.
BSNL Top Plans
BSNL offers a variety of plans catering to different user needs, each with distinct benefits:
- BSNL Plan 107: For Rs 107, users get 35 days of validity with 3GB of 4G data and 200 minutes of voice calls
- BSNL Plan 108: Known as the First Recharge Coupon (FRC), this plan is for new users, providing 28 days of validity with unlimited calls and 1GB of 4G data per day
- BSNL Plan 197: This plan offers 70 days of validity, 2GB of 4G data, unlimited calls, and 100 SMS per day for the first 18 days. Users can also opt for a Rs 199 plan to enjoy unlimited calls throughout the 70 days
- BSNL Plan 397: With a validity of 150 days, this plan provides unlimited calls and 2GB of 4G data for the first 30 days
- BSNL Plan 797: This plan comes with 300 days of validity, offering unlimited calls and 2GB of 4G data for the first 60 days
- BSNL Plan 1999: For Rs 1,999, users receive a full year of validity, unlimited calling benefits, and 600GB of 4G data. This plan also includes BSNL tunes and subscriptions to various third-party services.
Despite the forthcoming price hikes by Airtel, Jio, and Vi, BSNL remains a budget-friendly option for users seeking lower-cost mobile services.