BSNL Introduces Three Budget Calling and Data Combo Plans Starting at ₹198 Under TRAI Mandate

In compliance with directives from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), state-owned telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has introduced three affordable combo recharge plans. Grouped under the “TRAI Mandated Plans” category, these offerings are specifically tailored for users whose primary need is voice calling, but who also require moderate to heavy data connectivity.

Earlier, BSNL rolled out dedicated voice-centric plans priced at ₹172, ₹184, ₹190, and ₹439. The newly launched data-and-voice combo tiers range from ₹198 to ₹299, offering a full 30-day validity alongside either bulk lump-sum data or high-allowance daily limits.

Plan Breakdown

₹198 Prepaid Plan

• Validity: 30 days
• Voice & SMS: Unlimited local and STD calling; 100 free SMS per day
• Data Benefits: 40GB total bulk high-speed data (speed drops to 40 Kbps after consuming the data quota)
• Best Suited For: Subscribers looking for an affordable monthly combo with a flexible lump-sum data pool without daily capping.

₹247 Prepaid Plan

• Validity: 30 days
• Voice & SMS: Unlimited voice calls to any network across India; 100 free SMS daily
• Data Benefits: 50GB lump-sum high-speed data
• Additional Perk: ₹10 talktime credited directly to the subscriber’s main account balance.

₹299 Prepaid Plan

• Validity: 30 days
• Voice & SMS: Unlimited voice calling; 100 free SMS per day
• Data Benefits: 3GB high-speed data per day (amounting to 90GB of total data over the 30-day cycle)
• Best Suited For: Everyday mobile internet users who require consistent, heavy daily data alongside standard voice and SMS services.