BSNL Launches ₹397 Prepaid Plan with 150-Day Validity: Affordable Option for Low-Usage Users
By Staff Writer . Telecom News . April 16, 2025
New Delhi, India — In a move to attract budget-conscious users, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has introduced a ₹397 prepaid recharge plan offering 150 days of validity, making it one of the most affordable long-term plans in the telecom market. The plan is particularly aimed at users who want to keep their SIM active without the need for frequent recharges.
What Does the ₹397 Plan Offer?
The new BSNL plan is designed to give maximum value within a minimal price. Here’s what users get:
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Validity: 150 days (approx. 5 months)
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First 30 Days Benefits:
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Unlimited voice calling
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2GB data per day (total 60GB)
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100 SMS per day
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After the initial 30 days, while the data, call, and SMS benefits expire, the SIM remains active for the remaining 120 days. Users can continue using the number and add-on data or calling packs as needed.
BSNL vs Jio: A Cost-Effective Alternative
For comparison, Jio offers a long-validity plan with 200 days of validity but at a much higher cost of ₹2025, which includes 2.5GB data/day and unlimited services throughout. While Jio’s offering is more feature-rich, BSNL’s ₹397 plan outshines in affordability, especially for low-usage or secondary numbers.
Who Should Choose This Plan?
The ₹397 BSNL prepaid plan is ideal for users who:
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Primarily want to keep their SIM active for incoming calls
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Use the number as a backup or secondary line
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Are elderly users or individuals with low data needs
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Prefer not to recharge frequently
Key Benefits Recap
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150 days validity for ₹397 -
Unlimited calls, 2GB/day data, and 100 SMS/day for first 30 days
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SIM stays active even after benefits expire
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Cheapest long-term validity plan currently on the market
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Add-on packs available for extra usage after 30 days
This new offering highlights BSNL’s commitment to affordable connectivity for users across India, especially those in rural or budget-sensitive segments.
