BSNL has recently made headlines with the availability of its 5G SIM cards, which can now be ordered online. Telecom users interested in upgrading or starting new services can conveniently purchase BSNL SIM cards online and have them delivered directly to their homes. This move comes as BSNL expands its 4G services nationwide and makes strides in deploying its 5G network.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia recently announced that BSNL plans to install a total of 100,000 4G towers by March 2025. This includes 80,000 towers by the end of October this year and an additional 21,000 by March next year. Scindia also highlighted that 5G services could be implemented using the existing 4G infrastructure, with ongoing efforts to upgrade the towers to support 5G.
The recent tariff increases by other major telecom operators, such as Jio, Airtel, and Vi, have led to a noticeable shift of subscribers towards BSNL. The state-owned company recently achieved a milestone in Andhra Pradesh, adding 217,000 new connections in July 2024 alone. This rapid expansion of BSNL’s 4G and 5G services has led to overcrowding at their offices as new subscribers flock to obtain SIM cards.
To address this issue, BSNL is offering an online option for ordering SIM cards, making it easier for new customers to get connected without visiting physical stores. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to order a BSNL SIM card online:
1. Visit the Website: Start by going to the website [https://prune.co.in/](https://prune.co.in/).
2. Select ‘Buy SIM Card’: Click on the ‘Buy SIM card’ option and select India as your location.
3. Choose Your Operator: Select BSNL from the list of operators and choose your desired FRC (First Recharge Coupon) plan.
4. Provide Details: Fill in the required personal details and enter the OTP (One-Time Password) sent to your phone for verification.
5. Add Address: Enter your delivery address and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.
Once you’ve completed these steps, your BSNL SIM card will be delivered within 90 minutes, complete with on-the-spot activation and doorstep KYC (Know Your Customer) verification. Currently, this online ordering service is available in Haryana (Gurugram) and Uttar Pradesh (Ghaziabad).
By offering an online ordering option, BSNL is streamlining the process of acquiring new SIM cards, catering to the growing demand for their expanding 4G and upcoming 5G services. This initiative aims to reduce the burden on physical stores and provide a more convenient way for customers to get connected.
