Activate a BSNL SIM Card

Due to Covid-19, activation of new sim cards might be delayed.

BSNL is the largest telecom service provider in India that provides services Landline, Mobile Connectivity, Broadband, and many more. It offers 2G/3G network services and 4G in a few circles for cellular or mobile connectivity. It is one of the oldest telecom companies in India, which brought a connectivity revolution in India.

It has existed since the year 2000 and completed 20 years in 2020. We all have seen how it has degraded over the few years and performed poorly from the user’s point of view. However, BSNL being the giant; we all have a nostalgic attachment of owning a BSNL connection, be it mobile or landline in some part of our lives.

Do you remember the PCOs of BSNL? They were quite popular back then. You could call anyone at just Rs 1.

Though right now it’s in a troubled state, I have a firm belief that if things are sorted out and worked well, it would be a great profit-making company again that serves the masses at the lowest rates. But that’s only is possible if our government puts emphasis on it.

Do note BSNL is the only telecom provider that hasn’t done away with the main balance and validity concept. The rest of the companies made it mandatory to recharge with a minimum amount monthly, which is about more than Rs 100 a month.

4G connectivity is available in just a few circles by BSNL; most of the people in India are still using 3G connectivity, which is the second-fastest cellular technology now.

Update: BSNL is known to launch its 4G services PAN India starting August 2022, after many delays and hurdles.

If you are planning a trip to India for business or leisure, you can purchase a pre-paid SIM card and phone from BSNL to use. BSNL has its services all over India, so no matter where you are traveling, you will be able to make calls within the country as needed.


Getting a BSNL New SIM

You can purchase a BSNL prepaid card through a variety of mobile distributor networks located throughout India. Once you have the SIM card in hand, slide the card into your mobile handset. If you don’t have a handset that’s compatible with BSNL prepaid cards, you can purchase one when you pick up the card.

If you took a new BSNL SIM card recently, then it’s time to activate it now.

You will need to activate your BSNL SIM to be able to use it.

A new BSNL 2G/3G/4G SIM gets activated within 24 hours. An initial activation alert SMS will be sent to the alternate mobile no provided by you in the CAF.

After initial activation, the customer needs to dial 1507 or 123 for the Tele verification of his/her new SIM card. On successful Tele verification, your new BSNL SIM will get activated fully. And now, you can enjoy the service of India’s No.1 telecom company.


Steps to Activate Your BSNL SIM

This post was re-updated on 1st February 2022.

  • Turn off your cell phone if it is not already powered off.
  • Install the BSNL SIM card in your phone. The SIM card slot is under the battery in the back of the phone.
  • Power on the phone by pressing the “Power/End” button.
  • Now, wait for the network.
  • Dial “1507” or ‘123’ on the phone to confirm your card, select a language, and verify.
  • You will be prompted for Tele-Verification
  • Follow the Tele-verification guide.
  • Done! Your sim is now activated, and you can start using it for calling or data services.
  • This activates your SIM card with the phone.
  • Welcome Onboard with BSNL!

Report Issues With BSNL Card

If you have an issue with your BSNL new SIM card or activation, call the BSNL customer care number, which is 1800-180-1503. The service is available 24 hours per day and includes problems with your verification code.

An alternate BSNL customer care number is available for issues related to your mobile codes or calls from other places. For those instances, call 1800-180-1503/1503.

If you have queries, you can ask in the comments below.

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Ayush
Ayush
5 years ago

Thank you sir, it was very useful.

SUDHAKAR
SUDHAKAR
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

My BSNL sim is deactivated because i didn’t used it from 6months so help me how can i activate it

Madan singh
Madan singh
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

My bsnl no9532441*** my adhar no 23717288****

SANJAY KUMAR DAS
SANJAY KUMAR DAS
4 years ago
Reply to  SUDHAKAR

I think it’s a great experience with BSNL in features.

Vishesh
Vishesh
4 years ago

Can I activate sim in night also

Naresh
Naresh
4 years ago

I ported my sim to bsnl and its showing signal. But not activated due to 1507 is not working. What can i do now

SANJAY KUMAR DAS\
SANJAY KUMAR DAS\
2 years ago

Ramesh, I am try. to connect new and first sim today.

sgm t
sgm t
2 years ago

9441186305 / 9704721220

Dejum Belo
Dejum Belo
4 years ago
Reply to  SUDHAKAR

I called the call centre they say documents not updated then I visited the nearest BSNL office for enquiry they said everything is up to date.now I am confused what to do and whom to rely on for activation of my upgraded prepaid SIM for 4G network.

Sikta Pradhan
Sikta Pradhan
2 years ago
Reply to  Dejum Belo

The worst network that is why person doesn’t want to use BSNL sim. The no. 1507 given on the sim is not unavailable to activate the sim.

Last edited 2 years ago by Sikta Pradhan
Panchatcharam
Panchatcharam
4 years ago
Reply to  SUDHAKAR

1507 is not responding

Manish Agarwal m
Manish Agarwal m
4 years ago
Reply to  SUDHAKAR

Sim. Chalu. Karona

Sandeep singh
Sandeep singh
3 years ago
Reply to  SUDHAKAR

Sandeep singh 9469565827 Adhar 891390523254 hi no Activate karna

Navin
Navin
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

I got new sim of bsnl.. Network is showing but neither call is possible nor internet working… I tried 1507 also but calling is not possible…

Navin
Navin
4 years ago
Reply to  Navin

It returns “your service is unavailable”

Awanish Kumar Tripathi
Awanish Kumar Tripathi
4 years ago
Reply to  Navin

I ported the sim from Jio to BSNL but still not active.

Pranab paul
Pranab paul
4 years ago
Reply to  Navin

Tell the person who has done your frc to do the frc from another phone, sometimes it shows frc is done in bsnl app but
Actually its not.. This problem is common in bsnl..

Prabal Choudhary
Prabal Choudhary
4 years ago
Reply to  Navin

Mera bhi yahi scene ho rhai

syednausheed pasha
syednausheed pasha
4 years ago
Reply to  Navin

How to active my number

Ruchik
Ruchik
4 years ago
Reply to  Navin

What if I am in other state

Abhishek
Abhishek
4 years ago
Reply to  Navin

Mera same problem hai

Maheboob
Maheboob
3 years ago
Reply to  Navin

9945767823.call

Puja
Puja
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

My sim validity expired on month of March how can i recharge nd how much for validity.

Surendra Pandey
Surendra Pandey
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

9472447384 new sim se 1507 or call nhi ho rha hay verification krana hay

Amitesh
Amitesh
3 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

Hello Sir, I have ported from Airtel to BSNL 4G, I am calling 1507 for tele verification but I am facing some issues. It’s saying This Service Is Unavailable at the time please try later. How can I activate my number sir. Please help me.

Fathima Ayin
Fathima Ayin
4 years ago

I have did this.. but am not able to use this sim card.. when i call customer care executive they are not piking up the call

Rejith Kumar
Rejith Kumar
4 years ago
Reply to  Fathima Ayin

(your call will be attended shortly). I am also eagerly waiting for Tele verification. taking too much time. no any response. I think it is better to go Jio or any other private network.

Rahul
Rahul
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

i didn’t received any otp yet…

Shamoon
Shamoon
4 years ago
Reply to  Rahul

Same here

Guptha
Guptha
4 years ago
Reply to  Rahul

While tele verification
Not able to do tele verification
Unable to connect Error coming
What I want to do for tele verification

Freddy
Freddy
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

Which plan should be recharged for the first time when sim gets activated

Kavita
Kavita
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

My sim is being activated and recharge is also done but I didn’t get my recharge plan and if I call the customer care they also didn’t receive the call now what should I do

Madan singh
Madan singh
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

My bsnl no9532441484 my adhar no 237172883643 not activate

Ramu
Ramu
2 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

Ok

CHANDAN KUMAR
CHANDAN KUMAR
2 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

POTE SIM SAR

Rajiv
Rajiv
4 years ago
Reply to  Ayush

After all process & verification,still sim not ready to use

TEJA
TEJA
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

I got a new bsnl Sim its coming network but calls are not going and also data is not coming
I’m trying to call 1507 but its not connecting I tried it several times but Its not connecting Can u give suggestion

Vishnudev Kumar
Vishnudev Kumar
4 years ago
Reply to  Ayush

28/09/2019 ko sim liye the aur 30/09/2019 ko network aaya tha aur tavi se 1507 pe call kar rahe hain busy hi bata rahe hain kuchh bataye verification kaise hoge mobile numbe bsnl 8986176267

Mudhassir
Mudhassir
4 years ago
Reply to  Ayush

It says
Call couldn’t be complete at tha moment.
Please call customer care immediately.
But… What i do

Sk
Sk
4 years ago
Reply to  Ayush

I had buy a bsnl sim card .and the retailer told me that its take 4hour to activate but it already 8 hour and it not been activate

Tinku
Tinku
4 years ago
Reply to  Ayush

1507 is not working for doing tele verification can you please help on this sir can you provide another number

Sachin
Sachin
4 years ago
Reply to  Tinku

I did call on 1507. for varification otp but asking for varification otp which I have no. how will I get varification tot.
How will my sim verify and how will they turn

Nishant bhatt
Nishant bhatt
4 years ago
Reply to  Ayush

Sir my sim expired

Hardik hadiya
Hardik hadiya
4 years ago
Reply to  Ayush

Hello
Sir.
Activation My Sim Card

Narasimha Kulkarni
Narasimha Kulkarni
2 years ago
Reply to  Ayush

6362333319 call me

Narasimha Kulkarni
Narasimha Kulkarni
2 years ago
Reply to  Ayush

8277629308 this my old bsnl no
. not re charging

Ramesh Kotadia
Ramesh Kotadia
2 years ago
Reply to  Ayush

When it will be activated?

K. Prasad
K. Prasad
5 years ago

Sim missing new sim apply. SIM number 9441985387

ranjit chakraborty
ranjit chakraborty
5 years ago

my sim number *****30822, inspite of clearing all dues my sim showing no service. i want to activate my sim. please do the needfull at the earlest. yur customer care does not respnding anything.

JNANENDRA SINGHA
JNANENDRA SINGHA
5 years ago

New sim No.8991388033211281737 is not yet activated after 7 days

Mahboob Raza
5 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

Mahboob Raza my sim bsnl network no connection

Mahboob Raza
5 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

Mahboob Raza my number cheng jio to bsnl M.P network
Thanks

Omprakash Dubey
Omprakash Dubey
5 years ago

I want activate

viswanathan.p
viswanathan.p
5 years ago

Hi
Am using Airtel postpaid i need to change to bsnl

Goutam Sahoo
Goutam Sahoo
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

Hi sir mera sim active nehi horahe9556793969

Bhimanshu Thakur
Bhimanshu Thakur
5 years ago

Thank you sir….

Pooja Sanap
Pooja Sanap
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

SIR PLEASE TELL ME MY CARD IS deactivated SINEC 10 days I didn’t recharge so what to do

Sarath kumar
Sarath kumar
5 years ago

Hi sir ,my sim has not working for 2weeks .what can I do .9385410329

Shanu
Shanu
5 years ago

After 24hrs while trying to activate its not activating .At the same time saying temporary error ,try again later ?what to do ?

Rahul Kumar
Rahul Kumar
5 years ago

SIM activate

Umrav
Umrav
5 years ago

My no 9887109139 bsnl MNP in Rajasthan but I am leaving in Maharashtra so my no verification not complete
So plz look into this matter

Manoj Kumawat
Manoj Kumawat
5 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

Sir mene new number liya rajsthan se abhi me delhi me hu or us sim card se 1507 pr verification kerne pr call rejected likha aa reha hai how to solve sir my num is 9461315162

Arshiya Mithun
Arshiya Mithun
5 years ago

My friend is going to Spiti and has a BSNL sim which is not activated. He is not sure if it is even registered. What should he do?

Kuldeep singh
Kuldeep singh
5 years ago

Jio da sim Port karo bsnl 7626830807

Pulin Barman
Pulin Barman
5 years ago

Pulin Barman
New sim
Mobile number 9477774168
Not activate.
Please activate this number and verify it soon.

Rajat Purkayastha
Rajat Purkayastha
5 years ago

After a lost handset complaint (with FIR copy)and documents, received a smart SIM instantly from the local office. Network was active, but the moment I want to get in touch with customer care no 1503, the response received is ‘all outgoing calls are barred… contact cc etc’. What to do??

asit
asit
5 years ago

My sim is active but call why not go plz solve this problem

asit
asit
5 years ago

My sim is active but call why not go plz solve this problem call not go 1507 network full is here no connection problem

Subramani K
Subramani K
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashish

Hi my bsnl number inactive, not income and outgoing call, i haven’t no balance, i try to recharge today but not recharge my number

asit
asit
5 years ago

Plz check my no is active or not my no is 9499240654

asit
asit
5 years ago

Plz check my no is active or not my no is 9499240654 call not go customer care what to do

rahul patil
rahul patil
5 years ago

sir my blance no but my rechare in 106 plz activet 9503538505

Bharath
Bharath
5 years ago

I have taken a new SIM card on Sunday, today i have placed it in mobile Bt it was not activated ,I called to the number 1507 Bt it’s not responding.. What i have to do now?

SHAMBHAVI
SHAMBHAVI
5 years ago

HI SIR 9985641446 NUMBER IS NOT WORKING. I AM NOT RECEIVING ANY INCOMING CALLS AND OUT GOING CALLS SO PLZ RESOLE

Ankit Kumar Tiwari
Ankit Kumar Tiwari
5 years ago

My no 9499328179 not actvate

Visakh A S
Visakh A S
5 years ago

In my bsnl number ******8120 I used it 2 years. I have main balance. But my out going calls are blocked. In my balance account they shows state -inactive. If I call some one bsnl customer care will say kindly recharge u r account u r plan is expired. Can u help me sir?

Ramdina
Ramdina
5 years ago

I cant get any network after following the step…

Vishal rathod
Vishal rathod
5 years ago

1507 number are not dial in my bsnl card. My bsnl signals are full in my phone

Raman
Raman
5 years ago

New sim
Mobile number 9489255348
Not activated
Sim no.8991808046451684294
Sir please activated my sim

Raman
Raman
5 years ago

New sim
Mobile number 9489255348
Not activated
Sim no.8991808046451684294
Sir please activated my sim

Raman
Raman
5 years ago

My sim is active but call why not go plz solve this problem call not go 1507 network full is here no connection problem
Mobile number 9489255348

Raman
Raman
5 years ago

My sim is active but call why not go plz solve this problem call not go 1507 network full is here no connection problem

Dhanuram reang
Dhanuram reang
5 years ago

I want to sim active

Pranto Paul
Pranto Paul
5 years ago

This is my number(9491958228).I bought it a week age.But till now it is not activated….please activate this SIM card.

Neetesh
Neetesh
5 years ago

This is mY no 9424803060 is not working properly not taking calls and not forwarding any calls try to help me out from this situation

SHEKH nisar
SHEKH nisar
5 years ago

Greetings,
I lossed my bsnl Sim, which purchased in Hyderabad using Maharashtra ID proof as Aadhar, currently I was went to bsnl office hyderabad, but they not accepting my complaint, Demanding for local ID proof, Actually I’m from maharashtra but doing job in Hyderabad. How can provide local ID proof, please need helpful for using bsnl services.

Ganesh
Ganesh
5 years ago

Hi Can I activated BSNL sim in Delhi which I purchased from Rajasthan

Ramesh Nayak
Ramesh Nayak
5 years ago

i had ported my Mb.No 9844499625 from Idea to BSNL.I had been to BSNL office and got the SIM and they have activated it on Dec 22 2018.My other Service provider had discunnected their service.its been 10 day from now and it is not activated.
Please check and let me know

Malli
Malli
5 years ago

My sim not working

Ranjit anand
Ranjit anand
5 years ago

I buy today new bsnl sim card but still not activated y my new bsnl sim card no 8987128281 please activate my sim

Mathew
Mathew
5 years ago

I have ported out my number from another provider to BSNL.I don’t remember to fave given an alternate number to customer care while buying the new bsnl sim.Now if my service provider cut off their services in one week and when I insert new bsnl sim hod do I activate the new sim. kindly advise.My phone no is 9946795012.

Hemant jaiswal
Hemant jaiswal
5 years ago

My no . is not working i will conferm my name and address after that it will not working

Vivek
Vivek
5 years ago

Pliss active may sim
9429171804

MD MAHFOOZ ALAM
MD MAHFOOZ ALAM
5 years ago

I have port my Vodafone sim to BSNL sim
Now it is not getting activated It is giving full ring and ending with beep dialing on 1507
What should I do next
I really did mistake to port my sim why did I come to BSNL.

Rama
Rama
5 years ago

thanks! you saved us a trip to the bsnl center. Didnt know about tele verification

Amit choudhary
Amit choudhary
5 years ago

सर मैने अपना सिम एयरटेल से port कराया है अब मुझे कितने का रीचार्ज करना है सिम activet करने के लिए

Akash
Akash
5 years ago

Bhai meri sim new li h Lekin isske network hi nhi aarhe kya Kru 1 din ho gya aaj

KAmaly
KAmaly
5 years ago

I have changed my num from jio network to BSNL network on 10th feb but it dosent activate still now what is problem….i have called to 1507…..while calling 1507 i dosnt responding….what is problem….Only one beep comes & and tha call is automatically rejected

Vigo
Vigo
5 years ago

Is it necessary to recharge the amount of 107 after activating or I can recharge other offer packs?

Ritesh Jaiswal
Ritesh Jaiswal
5 years ago

Hello my name is Ritesh and I had ported my aircel number to bsnl after porting my number I haven’t recharged my number ones but incoming is active though this number is not required for calling anyone I had not recharged but now I need to recharge this number for porting but I am unable to recharge can you help me please……..

Suvendu Das
Suvendu Das
4 years ago
Reply to  Ritesh Jaiswal

I lost my BSNL simple card
9475415351
Can i get the number in 24 hours,it’s very urgent…

prashanta Kumar sahoo
5 years ago

Sir I cannot register with my mobile no 9439256359 my mobile number lost 1year 6 month Now i am active this number
There pleased i requested too you activate my number four which i sal grateful .

sneha
sneha
5 years ago

sir i took a new sim .. its not showing network. it has crossed 24 hrs. what should i do to activate it

Tehseen
Tehseen
3 years ago
Reply to  sneha

What happened now is it activated now

Hatho
Hatho
2 years ago
Reply to  sneha

6033977658 my BSNL number, please help me to activate this. Or contact📞 me, since I have being waiting after I had done calling to activate with this number 1507, still now I have not seeing any stable and inactivate SIM.

So, Sir/Ma’am, I kindly requested you to activate my BSNL SIM (6033977658) within few hours.

Thank you

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