Best BSNL Recharge Plans 2025
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is a trusted telecom operator in India, offering a variety of recharge plans tailored for prepaid mobile users. Whether you need data packs, unlimited voice calls, or long-validity plans, BSNL has options suitable for all budgets and usage patterns. This article covers the best BSNL recharge plans currently available, how to recharge your BSNL number, applicable fees and charges, and answers to common queries.
Top BSNL Recharge Plans Overview
| Price (₹) | Plan type / name* | Data benefit | Voice / SMS | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 118 | Data STV | 10 GB total | Existing voice/SMS as per base plan | 20 days |
| 147 | Combo STV | 10 GB total | Unlimited calls, some SMS (circle-wise) | ~25 days |
| 149 | Unlimited pack | 1 GB/day, 100 SMS/day | Unlimited calls | 28 days |
| 167 | STV (promo) | Data + voice (84‑day usage variant) | Special tariff, local/STD discounted | 90 days |
| 187 | Unlimited pack | ~2 GB/day (circle dependent) | Unlimited calls, 100 SMS/day | 28 days |
| 199 | Unlimited pack | 1.5–2 GB/day | Unlimited calls, 100 SMS/day | 28–30 days (circle-wise) |
| 247 | Unlimited pack | Around 3 GB/day | Unlimited calls, 100 SMS/day | 30 days |
| 298 | Unlimited pack | 1 GB/day, 100 SMS/day | Unlimited calls | 52 days |
| 319 | STV / unlimited | 10 GB total or 2–3 GB/day (circle-wise) | Unlimited calls | 56–65 days |
| 347 | Unlimited pack | 2 GB/day | Unlimited calls | 50–56 days |
| 398 | Unlimited pack | Truly unlimited (no daily FUP; overall fair usage) + 100 SMS/day | Unlimited calls | 30 days |
| 399 | STV 399 | 3 GB/day | Unlimited calls, 100 SMS/day | 84 days |
| 397 | Long‑validity combo | 2 GB/day or 2 GB total/day‑cap variant; 100 SMS/day | Unlimited calls | 180 days |
| 439 | Unlimited pack | Data + unlimited calls, 300 SMS | 90 days | |
| 447 | Data heavy | 100 GB lump‑sum data | Unlimited calls | 60 days |
| 479–485 | Unlimited pack | 1.5–2 GB/day | Unlimited calls | 56–80 days (circle/pack: e.g., ₹485 = 2 GB/day, 80 days) |
| 599 | Unlimited pack | 3–5 GB/day | Unlimited calls, 100 SMS/day | 70–84 days (circle/pack) |
| 997 | Long‑validity | 2 GB/day | Unlimited calls, 100 SMS/day | 150–160 days (pack variant) |
| 1498 | Annual data pack | 2 GB/day | Unlimited calls | 365 days |
| 1499 | Annual combo | 24 GB total (no daily FUP), 100 SMS/day | Unlimited calls | 300–336 days (circle/pack) |
| 1999 | Annual heavy data | 3 GB/day, 100 SMS/day | Unlimited calls | 365 days |
| 2022 | Annual special | 75 GB total data, 100 SMS/day | Unlimited calls | 300 days |
| 2399 | Super‑long validity | 2 GB/day | Unlimited calls, 100 SMS/day | 365–395 days (pack variant) |
How to Recharge BSNL Mobile
Recharging your BSNL mobile number can be done conveniently online or offline:
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Online Recharge Steps:
- Visit the official BSNL recharge portal or popular recharge platforms such as Paytm, Freecharge, or Bajaj Finserv.
- Enter your BSNL prepaid mobile number.
- Select BSNL as your operator.
- Browse available plans or enter a custom recharge amount.
- Choose your preferred payment method—credit card, debit card, net banking, UPI, or wallet.
- Confirm the details and proceed to pay.
- Upon successful payment, your BSNL number will be recharged instantly.
Offline Recharge:
- You can also recharge via physical vouchers available at authorized BSNL retail outlets.
Fees and Charges
- The recharge amount varies based on the chosen plan.
- Additional taxes and service charges may apply as per government regulations.
- Some promotional offers provide discounts or cashback on select recharge plans.
- BSNL may levy nominal service fees on certain kinds of top-ups (like talktime recharges).
- For international roaming packs or special services, additional charges may apply.
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FAQ for BSNL Recharge Plans
Validity depends on the plan selected, ranging from 7 days to 365 days for long-term plans. The talktime or data validity matches the plan duration.
Dial *124# or 1248# or call 1503 from your BSNL mobile to check balance and validity.
Yes, select platforms like Paytm or Freecharge occasionally offer cashback or discounts on BSNL recharges.
If recharge fails but money is deducted, wait for 24-48 hours; recharge amount is usually reverted automatically. Otherwise, contact BSNL customer care.
Yes, BSNL recharge is available nationwide. Some plans or vouchers may have circle-specific applicability.
