BSNL is leaning into its reputation as the provider for budget-conscious users seeking long-term service. Their ₹485 prepaid plan is a standout for users who need consistent connectivity without the financial burden of frequent, costly top-ups.
Plan Breakdown: The ₹485 Deal
This plan is built on simplicity and longevity. You pay once, and you’re sorted for nearly
three months.
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| Feature | Detail |
| Price | ₹485 |
| Validity | 80 Days |
| Voice | Unlimited voice calling (any network, pan-India) |
| Daily Data | 2 text{ GB} per day |
| SMS | 100 SMS per day |
The 80-day validity is the major selling point. For users prioritizing uninterrupted service over blazing 5text{G} speed (which BSNL is still rolling out in many areas), this plan is ideal.
BSNL vs. The Private Telecoms: A Cost Comparison
Let’s be real, the major private telecom companies generally offer 84-day plans, not 80. But the price difference is substantial—that’s the thing.
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| Provider | Plan Price (for ∼84 Days, 2 GB/Day) | Daily Cost |
| BSNL (₹485) | ₹485 (80 Days) | sim ₹6.06 |
| Jio | sim ₹949 to ₹1,049 (84 Days) | sim ₹11.30 to ₹12.48 |
| Airtel | sim ₹979 to ₹1,029 (84 Days) | sim ₹11.65 to ₹12.25 |
| Vi (Vodafone Idea) | sim ₹979 to ₹998 (84 Days) | sim ₹11.65 to ₹11.88 |
The disparity is huge. BSNL’s plan is roughly half the cost of its major competitors for nearly the same daily data and calling benefits. Yes, the private players offer 5text{G} access and OTT subscriptions, those too. But for someone with a limited budget who just needs to make calls and use 2
text{ GB} of data daily—this is an effective service. It’s a genuine pocket-saver.
This plan speaks directly to the value segment, proving BSNL is still highly competitive on price and longevity.
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