Published: 1 Feb 2025 | Last Updated: 8 Jun 2026 | By: Telecom Plans Team
Jio vs BSNL Plans 2026, Budget Plan Comparison
BSNL plans are cheaper than Jio on an annual basis. BSNL Rs 2,399 is Rs 1,600 cheaper than Jio Rs 3,999 for 365 days. Jio gives 2.5 GB per day vs BSNL's 2 GB per day. Jio offers 5G and JioHotstar. BSNL offers neither.
Verdict
For budget users who do not need 5G or OTT subscriptions, BSNL Rs 2,399 annual plan is the cheapest option in India. For users who want 5G and JioHotstar, Jio Rs 3,999 is the better annual plan.
Side By Side Comparisons
Budget Monthly Plans
| Feature | BBSNL Rs 197 | JJio Rs 189 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs 197 | Rs 189 |
| Plan Type | Prepaid | Prepaid |
| Validity | 30 Days | 28 Days |
| Daily Data | 2 GB per day | 2 GB total |
| 5G Access | No | No |
| Unlimited Calls | Yes | Yes |
| Roaming | Included | Included |
| SMS per Day | 100 | 50 |
| OTT Subscriptions | None | None |
| Additional Benefits | BSNL Caller Tune | JioCloud |
| Cost Per Day | Rs 6.57 | Rs 6.75 |
| Cost Per GB | Rs 3.28 | Rs 94.5 |
| Circle Availability | All 22 circles | All 22 circles |
| Last Updated | 1 Jun 2026 | 1 Jan 2026 |
Best Price
Jio Rs 189
Best Data Value
BSNL Rs 197
Best OTT Bundle
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Jio Rs 189 costs Rs 8 less than BSNL Rs 197. Choose Jio Rs 189 to save Rs 8. Choose BSNL Rs 197 if you prefer more validity.
84 to 90-Day Plans
| Feature | BBSNL Rs 699 | JJio Rs 799 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs 699 | Rs 799 |
| Plan Type | Prepaid | Prepaid |
| Validity | 90 Days | 84 Days |
| Daily Data | 2 GB per day | 1.5 GB per day + Unlimited 5G |
| 5G Access | No | Yes, Unlimited 5G |
| Unlimited Calls | Yes | Yes |
| Roaming | Included | Included |
| SMS per Day | 100 | 100 |
| OTT Subscriptions | None | JioHotstar Mobile (3 months) |
| Additional Benefits | None | JioCloud |
| Cost Per Day | Rs 7.77 | Rs 9.51 |
| Cost Per GB | Rs 3.88 | Rs 6.34 |
| Circle Availability | All 22 circles | All 22 circles |
| Last Updated | 1 Jan 2026 | 1 Jan 2026 |
Best Price
BSNL Rs 699
Best Data Value
BSNL Rs 699
Best OTT Bundle
Jio Rs 799
BSNL Rs 699 costs Rs 100 less than Jio Rs 799. The Jio Rs 799 plan also includes JioHotstar Mobile and JioCloud, which together cost about Rs 149 per month if bought separately. Choose BSNL Rs 699 to save Rs 100. Choose Jio Rs 799 if you also want the bundled OTT and extras.
Annual Plans, 365 Days
| Feature | BBSNL Rs 2399 | JJio Rs 3999 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs 2399 | Rs 3999 |
| Plan Type | Prepaid | Prepaid |
| Validity | 365 Days | 365 Days |
| Daily Data | 2 GB per day | 2.5 GB per day + Unlimited 5G |
| 5G Access | No | Yes, Unlimited 5G |
| Unlimited Calls | Yes | Yes |
| Roaming | Included | Included |
| SMS per Day | 100 | 100 |
| OTT Subscriptions | None | JioHotstar (1 year) |
| Additional Benefits | Speed reduced to 40 kbps after daily data limit | Gemini Pro AI (18 months), JioCloud 100 GB, International roaming on select packs |
| Cost Per Day | Rs 6.57 | Rs 10.96 |
| Cost Per GB | Rs 3.29 | Rs 4.38 |
| Circle Availability | All 22 circles | All 22 circles |
| Last Updated | 1 Jun 2026 | 1 Jan 2026 |
Best Price
BSNL Rs 2399
Best Data Value
BSNL Rs 2399
Best OTT Bundle
Jio Rs 3999
BSNL Rs 2399 costs Rs 1600 less than Jio Rs 3999 for the same 365 day validity. The Jio Rs 3999 plan also includes JioHotstar and Gemini Pro AI and JioCloud 100 GB, which together cost about Rs 494 per month if bought separately. Choose BSNL Rs 2399 to save Rs 1600. Choose Jio Rs 3999 if you also want the bundled OTT and extras.
Category Winners
Best Price
BSNL
Best Annual Plan for Budget
BSNL
Best 5G
Jio
Best OTT
Jio
Who should choose Jio
Jio is the better choice for users in metros and urban areas who want 5G access and OTT subscriptions. Jio uses True 5G Standalone in 6,000 plus towns and includes JioHotstar on plans from Rs 299. The annual Rs 3,999 plan adds Gemini Pro AI for 18 months.
Who should choose BSNL
BSNL is the better choice for users in rural and semi urban India and for users who want the absolute lowest price for an annual recharge. BSNL Rs 2,399 is India's cheapest 365 day prepaid plan with 2 GB per day. BSNL is not available in Mumbai and Delhi metro circles, which are served by MTNL.
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