As we all know, in India, Jio and Airtel SIM cards are used the most, and now VI SIM cards have also started getting used. But in the last 1–2 years, SIM companies have been removing cheaper plans, and now it is expected that telecom companies may increase the prices of their plans. So, how much the price will be hiked, we have provided all the details about it in this post.
How much percentage increase is expected in the telecom companies’ recharge plans?
According to reports, Jio, Airtel, and VI telecom companies may increase their plan prices by approximately 10% to 15%. The companies may implement this price hike anytime between December 2025 and mid-2026. Both prepaid and postpaid plans may be affected. For example, a recharge plan that currently costs ₹199 may increase to ₹222 in the future, and an 84-day plan may rise to around ₹999. However, it is very important to note that telecom companies have not made any official announcement regarding this yet.
Why will Jio, Airtel, and VI telecom companies increase their recharge plans?
Jio, Airtel, and VI telecom companies are increasing their recharge plans to boost their ARPU (Average Revenue Per User). Higher revenue will provide strong financial support to the companies, allowing them to make large investments, expand 5G networks, and upgrade their systems. Many people know that in the year 2024, telecom companies have already increased the prices, and later they removed some cheaper plans. For example, Jio discontinued the ₹119 plan, which offered 15 days of validity.
Jio, Airtel, and Vi telecom companies are discontinuing their cheaper plans.
In India, many people mostly rely on cheaper plans, but since 2024, telecom companies have almost removed all low-cost plans, and now such plans are rarely seen. Because of this, many poor users are now forced to switch to mid-range or expensive recharge plans. Now the various old SIM card users are changing their SIM cards and shifting to BSNL provider because BSNL company provides cheaper plans. Jio, Airtel, and Vi should also think about the needs of the people.
Now is the right time for people to recharge their SIM, especially with a 3-month plan, because it may benefit them. If people recharge their numbers after the price hike, they may get less validity and fewer benefits for the same amount. So, those users whose recharge is about to expire should consider doing a 3-month recharge now.
Dear SIM card users, what do you think about the recharge price hike? share your suggestions with the Jio, Airtel, or Vi telecom companies? Also, among Jio, Airtel, Vi, and BSNL, which network do you think is the best? Share your opinion in the comments below.
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