What is the validity of the MTNL 396 plan?

The MTNL 396 plan is valid for 28 days from the date of recharge. After 28 days, outgoing services stop until the user does the next recharge on the same number using any active MTNL prepaid plan.

How much data does the MTNL 396 plan offer?

The MTNL 396 plan provides 10 GB for the full validity period. The total quota is shared across all days, so users can consume the data at any pace until the plan validity ends.

How do I recharge with the MTNL 396 plan?

Open the MTNL Selfcare app or your preferred UPI app, enter your MTNL mobile number, choose the Rs 396 pack from the plan list, complete payment, and benefits activate within a few minutes on the same number.

Can I check my MTNL 396 plan balance?

Yes. Users can check remaining data and validity through the MTNL Selfcare app or by dialing the operator's standard balance check USSD code. The app shows a detailed breakdown of data, calls, SMS, and validity in one screen.

Is the MTNL 396 plan available in all telecom circles?

Mostly. The MTNL 396 plan is available across most circles, but validity or data can differ slightly by region. Check the circle list on the MTNL hub before recharging.

Does the MTNL 396 plan include any OTT or subscription benefits?

No. The MTNL 396 plan is a standard data and voice pack and does not bundle any OTT or app subscription in the same recharge.

MTNL Rs 396 Plan Details: Validity, Data and Benefits

Name: MTNL Rs 396 Recharge Plan
Brand: MTNL
Price: 396 INR
Availability: InStock

Published: 16 August 2021|Updated: 18 June 2026

The Short Answer

The MTNL Rs 396 prepaid plan gives 10 gb, standard rates, 150 and 28 days validity for one single recharge. It suits other users who want a clear plan with no extra add-on packs needed.

MTNL Rs 396 Plan At a Glance

Recharge price

₹396

Prepaid Other

Validity	28 days
Data	10 GB
Calls	Standard rates
SMS	150
5G Benefits	4G only — operator has not commercially launched 5G yet
Extras	20,000 Local seconds, 10,000 STD Seconds, 150 SMS (Local + National) and 10GB 3G data
Daily cost	₹14.14
Talktime	₹0.8

Full Benefit Description

20,000 Local seconds, 10,000 STD Seconds, 150 SMS (Local + National) and 10GB 3G data

What You Get With the MTNL Rs 396 Plan

The MTNL Rs 396 plan delivers 10 gb, standard rates, 150, and 28 days of validity in a single recharge.

The plan is structured as a total data pack. Total mode pools the entire data quota across the full validity, so the user can consume it at any pace until validity ends. It is listed as a other recharge inside the MTNL prepaid lineup.

How to Recharge With the MTNL Rs 396 Plan

1
Open the MTNL Selfcare app
Install or open the MTNL Selfcare app on your phone and sign in with your MTNL mobile number.
2
Enter your mobile number
Tap on Recharge and enter the 10-digit MTNL mobile number you want to recharge.
3
Pick the Rs 396 pack
Scroll the plan list and select the Rs 396 plan with 10 GB and 28 days validity.
4
Pay using UPI, card or netbanking
Complete payment using UPI, debit card, credit card, or netbanking. A confirmation SMS arrives within a few minutes.
5
Verify activation
Open the app again to verify validity, data balance and benefits for the new Rs 396 plan are active on your number.

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