Srinagar, Aug 22: A recent analysis has reaffirmed that Reliance Jio continues to be the most affordable telecom option in India, offering higher data allowances compared to competitors Airtel and Vodafone Idea (Vi).
According to BNP’s analyst report, all three operators now charge Rs 299 for a 28-day plan. However, Jio maintains an edge by offering 1.5 GB of daily data, while Airtel and Vi provide 1 GB. Similarly, Jio’s Rs 3,599 annual plan offers 2.5 GB/day, compared to Airtel and Vi’s 2 GB/day.
Jio’s popular Rs 799 plan, which provides 1.5 GB/day for 84 days, continues to be widely available for recharge across platforms including PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm, and the Jio website. The Rs 249 plan is now restricted to Jio Stores’ physical outlets, while the Rs 209 plan can be accessed via the MyJio app.
For entry-level users, Jio has retained affordability with the Rs 189 plan, offering unlimited voice, SMS, and 2 GB data for 28 days. Other options include the Rs 209 plan (1 GB/day for 22 days), the Rs 299 plan (1.5 GB/day for 28 days), and the Rs 349 plan (2 GB/day for 28 days).
Compared with its peers, Jio maintains a consistent price advantage. At the 28-day cycle, Jio’s 1.5 GB/day plan costs Rs 299, versus Rs 349 from Airtel and Vi, giving customers savings of Rs 50 each month. In the 2 GB/day segment, Jio’s Rs 349 plan remains cheaper than Airtel’s Rs 398 and slightly below Vi’s Rs 365.
