
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, which is popularly known as BSNL in India is a government-owned telecommunications service under the ownership of the Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications. While this might not be as popular as Jio, Airtel, and Vi, BSNL still holds a decent 10.25% overall market share.
BSNL offers multiple validity extension plans, which essentially allows users to extend the duration of their current prepaid plan by paying a small amount. These validity extension plans start as low as Rs 107 and go all the way up to Rs 2,999. In this guide, we will take a look at all the BSNL validity extension plans along with the full details of each plan. We have compiled a list of over 15 plans. All of these plans are available throughout the nation, but a couple of them could be restricted to some specific state/circle.
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In addition to extending the existing plan, this validity extension pack also offers additional perks like voice calls, data, and SMS packs. Thes packs come in handy for those who just want to keep their devices active. Let’s take a look at all the plans.
BSNL Validity Extension Recharge Plans
Rs 105 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
The prepaid recharge plan of Rs 105 offers a validity of 18 days. The pack offers unlimited voice calls for the entire period of validity. The pack also provides 2GB of data.
Rs 107 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
The Rs 107 validity extension pack for BSNL is valid for 40 days and it offers 3GB of data, 200 minutes of voice calls and 40 days of BSNL Tunes.
Rs 153 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
This is another 28-day plan offering unlimited calls and 1GB of data per day, after which the speed will be reduced to 40Kbps. You also get 100 SMS per day, and as a freebie, you get BSNL tunes for 26 days, which is the same as the pack validity.
Rs 197 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
The Rs 197 extension pack is valid for 84 days, and it offers unlimited calls, 100 SMS per day, and 2GB of data per day, which will go down to 80 Kbps after the day’s limit is exhausted. You also get access to the Zing app, valid for the first 18 days only.
Rs 199 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
This pack is valid for 30 days, and you get 2GB of data per day (80Kbps thereafter), unlimited voice calls, and 100 SMS/day, which can be sent even while roaming. There are no freebies with this plan.
Rs 201 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
Valid for 90 days, this Rs 201 extension pack from BSNL offers 300 minutes of free voice calls, 6GB of data and 99 SMS. It also includes BSNL Tunes. This plan is valid for grace period 2 and beyond users only.
Rs 229 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
This is a monthly recharge plan, which means the recharge should be done on the same day every month (Eg: the 6th of each month, regardless of the number of days in the month). You get unlimited local and STD voice calls, 2GB of data per day (80Kbps thereafter) and 100 SMS per day. It also includes the Bundling of Challenges Arena Mobile Gaming Service on Progressive Web App.
Rs 249 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
The Rs 249 BSNL extension pack is valid for 45 days and you get unlimited calls, 2GB of data per day (40Kbps thereafter) and 100 SMS per day.
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Rs 397 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
This plan comes with 180 days of validity and you get unlimited voice calls, 2GB per day of data (80kbps thereafter), and 100 SMS per day for the first 60 days. You get 60 days of BSNL Tunes and Lokhdhun content for the first 60 days.
Rs 666 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
Valid for 105 days, the Rs 666 plan offers 2GB per day of data (40kbps thereafter), unlimited calls, and 100 SMS/day. It is bundled with BSNL tune, Zing, and Bundling of Hardy Games service.
Rs 699 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
The Rs 699 plan is valid for 130 days and you get unlimited calls, 0.5GB data per day (80kbps thereafter), 100 SMS per day and free BSNL tunes for the first 60 days.
Rs 797 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
This is another 365-day plan with unlimited voice calls, 2GB per day of data (80kbps thereafter), and 100 SMS per day.
Rs 997 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
This BSNL pack is valid for 160 days and you get unlimited calls, 3GB of data per day (80kbps thereafter), and 100 SMS per day. As a freebie, you get 60 days of BSNL tunes.
Rs 999 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
This is a 200-day plan with unlimited calls and two months of BSNL tunes. You won’t be getting any calls or SMS benefits with this plan.
Rs 1,198 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
The BSNL prepaid plan offers a validity of 365 days. The plan voucher comes with 300 minutes of calls on any network. It also provides 3GB of data for the entire period of validity along with 30 SMS per month for 12 months.
Rs 1,199 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
This particular plan is valid for users who are in the second grace period and deactivated users. Valid for 336 days, you get a total of 24GB and 100 SMS/day. This plan is specially meant for GPII cust
Rs 1,499 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
You get unlimited voice calls, 24GB of data, and 100 SMS per day. This is valid for 365 days and no additional benefits are added with this pack.
Rs 1,999 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
The one-year plan on the list, this Rs 1,999 plan offers unlimited voice calls, a total of 600GB of data (80kbps thereafter), and 100 SMS per day. In terms of freebies, you get BSNL tunes for 60 days, EROS Now for 30 days, and Lokdhun for 30 days.
Rs 2,399 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
For those who want more than a year extension pack, BSNL offers a Rs 2,399 pack with 395 days of validity. It offers unlimited calls, 2GB of data per day (80kbps thereafter), and 30 days of BSNL tunes. Other benefits include 100 SMS/day, Free EROS Now entertainment services for 30 days, and Lokdhun for 30 days.
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Rs 2,999 BSNL Validity Extension Plan
Just like the previous plan, this is also a limited-time 365-day plan with 60-day additional validity. This pack offers unlimited calls, 3GB of data per day (80kbps thereafter), and 30 days of BSNL tunes. Other benefits include 100 SMS/day, Free EROS Now entertainment services for 30 days, and Lokdhun for 30 days.
BSNL Validity Extension Pack | Benefits | Validity |
Rs 107 | 200 Minutes of call, 3GB data, 50 days of BSNL Tunes | 40 days |
Rs 153 | Unlimited voice calls, 1GB/day, 100 SMS/day, BSNL Tunes | 26 days |
Rs 197 | Unlimited voice calls, 2GB/day, 100 SMS/day, Zing app | 84 days |
Rs 199 | Unlimited voice calls, 2GB/day, 100 SMS/day | 30 days |
Rs 201 | 300 minutes of call, 6GB of data, 99 SMS | 90 days |
Rs 229 | Unlimited voice calls, 2GB/day, 100 SMS/day, Bundling of Challenges Arena | Monthly Plan |
Rs 249 | Unlimited voice calls, 2GB/day, 100 SMS/day | 45 days |
Rs 397 | Unlimited voice calls, 2GB/day, 100 SMS/day per day, BSNL Tunes, Lokhdhun content, for 60 days | 180 days |
Rs 666 | Unlimited voice calls, 2GB/day, 100 SMS/day, BSNL tune, Zing, and Bundling of Hardy Games service | 105 days |
Rs 699 | Unlimited voice calls, 0.5/day, 100 SMS/day, BSNL tune | 130 days |
Rs 797 | Unlimited voice calls, 2GB/day, 100 SMS/day | 365 days |
Rs 997 | Unlimited voice calls, 3GB/day, 100 SMS/day, BSNL tunes | 160 days |
Rs 999 | Unlimited voice calls, BSNL tunes | 200 days |
Rs 1,198 | 3GB of data, 300 minutes, 30 SMS per month | 365 days |
Rs 1,199 | 24GB of data, 100 SMS/day (GP2 and beyond only) | 336 days |
Rs 1,499 | Unlimited voice calls, 24GB of data, 100 SMS/day (GP2 and beyond only) | 365 days |
Rs 1,999 | Unlimited voice calls, 600GB of data, 100 SMS/day, BSNL tunes, EROS Now, Lokdhun | 365 days |
Rs 2,399 | Unlimited voice calls, 2GB/day, 100 SMS/day per day, BSNL Tunes, Lokhdhun, EROS Now | 395 days |
Rs 2,999 | Unlimited voice calls, 3GB/day, 100 SMS/day per day, BSNL Tunes, Lokhdhun, EROS Now | 365 days |
FAQs
Will my BSNL number be deactivated if I don’t recharge with a Validity Extension plan?
Yes, if you don’t recharge your BSNL number with a Validity Extension plan before the expiry of your current plan, your number will be deactivated. You will not be able to make or receive calls or use data services until you recharge with a Validity Extension plan or a regular recharge plan.
Can I use a Validity Extension plan for both voice and data services?
Yes, a Validity Extension plan extends the validity of both your voice and data services. However, the plan may have separate allowances for voice and data usage, so be sure to check the plan details before recharging.
What happens to my remaining data and talk time if I switch to a new Validity Extension plan?
If you switch to a Validity Extension plan, your remaining data and talk time balance will be carried forward and you can continue to use it until it expires. However, the validity of your number will be extended according to the validity extension duration of the plan you have chosen.
Can I recharge with a Validity Extension plan if my number is in a grace period?
Yes, you can recharge with a Validity Extension plan even if your number is in a grace period after expiry. However, you will need to recharge with a regular plan first if your balance has already been forfeited.