Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is one of India’s largest and oldest state-owned telecommunications service providers. Established in 2000, BSNL operates under the Department of Telecommunications, Government of India. It has a rich history dating back to the British era, with its origins in the Indian Post & Telegraph Department. BSNL provides a wide range of telecom services, including landline, mobile, internet, and enterprise solutions.
BSNL has a significant presence in both urban and rural areas, playing a crucial role in bridging the digital divide in India. Despite facing stiff competition from private players like Reliance Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea, BSNL remains a key player in the Indian telecom market, especially in rural and remote regions where private operators are less active.
Key Technologies and Market Position
BSNL has been a pioneer in adopting and deploying various telecom technologies. It offers services across multiple generations of mobile networks:
- 2G: Widely available across India.
- 3G: Available in many regions, though gradually being phased out.
- 4G: BSNL has been rolling out 4G services, with plans to expand coverage significantly.
- 5G: BSNL is in the process of testing and deploying 5G services, aiming to compete with private operators.
- VoLTE (Voice over LTE): Supported on compatible devices, enhancing voice call quality.
- VoNR (Voice over New Radio): Expected to be supported with the rollout of 5G.
- eSIM Support: BSNL supports eSIM for compatible devices, allowing users to switch between networks without physical SIM cards.
BSNL operates on various frequency bands, including 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, and 2300 MHz, ensuring broad coverage and service reliability.
Recent Service Launches and Innovations
BSNL has been actively launching new services and products to stay competitive:
- Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH): High-speed broadband services under the brand name “BSNL Fiber.”
- Mobile Wallet: Partnering with financial institutions to offer mobile money services.
- 4G Rollout: Expanding 4G coverage to compete with private operators.
- 5G Trials: Conducting trials to prepare for a nationwide 5G rollout.
USSD Codes for BSNL
USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) codes are essential for accessing various services quickly. Below is a comprehensive list of popular, useful, and up-to-date USSD codes for BSNL:
General USSD Codes
| USSD Code | Description | Hindi Translation |
|---|---|---|
*123# | Check your main account balance. | मुख्य खाता शेष जांचें। |
*124# | Check your data balance. | डाटा बैलेंस जांचें। |
*125# | Check the validity of your plan. | योजना की वैधता जांचें। |
*126# | Check your SMS balance. | एसएमएस बैलेंस जांचें। |
*127# | View the last three transactions. | अंतिम तीन लेनदेन देखें। |
*123*Recharge Code# | Recharge your account using a recharge code. | रिचार्ज कोड का उपयोग करके खाता रिचार्ज करें। |
*6789# | Activate or change your caller tune. | कॉलर ट्यून सक्रिय या बदलें। |
*6789*0# | Deactivate your caller tune. | कॉलर ट्यून निष्क्रिय करें। |
*43# | Activate call waiting. | कॉल वेटिंग सक्रिय करें। |
#43# | Deactivate call waiting. | कॉल वेटिंग निष्क्रिय करें। |
*21*Number# | Forward all calls to another number. | सभी कॉल्स को दूसरे नंबर पर फॉरवर्ड करें। |
#21# | Deactivate call forwarding. | कॉल फॉरवर्डिंग निष्क्रिय करें। |
*#21# | Check the status of call forwarding. | कॉल फॉरवर्डिंग की स्थिति जांचें। |
*123*11# | Activate roaming services. | रोमिंग सेवाएं सक्रिय करें। |
*123*10# | Deactivate roaming services. | रोमिंग सेवाएं निष्क्रिय करें। |
*123*12# | Check the status of roaming services. | रोमिंग सेवाओं की स्थिति जांचें। |
*123*3# | Activate 3G services. | 3G सेवाएं सक्रिय करें। |
*123*4# | Deactivate 3G services. | 3G सेवाएं निष्क्रिय करें। |
*123*5# | Check the status of 3G services. | 3G सेवाओं की स्थिति जांचें। |
*123*6# | Activate 4G services. | 4G सेवाएं सक्रिय करें। |
*123*7# | Deactivate 4G services. | 4G सेवाएं निष्क्रिय करें। |
*123*8# | Check the status of 4G services. | 4G सेवाओं की स्थिति जांचें। |
*123*9# | Activate night plan for unlimited data. | रात्रि योजना सक्रिय करें (असीमित डाटा)। |
*123*0# | Deactivate night plan. | रात्रि योजना निष्क्रिय करें। |
*123*1# | Check the status of night plan. | रात्रि योजना की स्थिति जांचें। |
Mobile Money and Financial Services USSD Codes
| USSD Code | Description | Hindi Translation |
|---|---|---|
*123*10# | Access BSNL mobile wallet services. | बीएसएनएल मोबाइल वॉलेट सेवाएं एक्सेस करें। |
*123*11# | Check your mobile wallet balance. | मोबाइल वॉलेट बैलेंस जांचें। |
*123*12# | Transfer money to another mobile wallet. | दूसरे मोबाइल वॉलेट में पैसा ट्रांसफर करें। |
*123*13# | Pay utility bills using your mobile wallet. | मोबाइल वॉलेट का उपयोग करके उपयोगिता बिल भुगतान करें। |
*123*14# | Recharge your mobile wallet. | मोबाइल वॉलेट रिचार्ज करें। |
*123*15# | View your mobile wallet transaction history. | मोबाइल वॉलेट लेनदेन इतिहास देखें। |
APN (Access Point Name) for BSNL Mobile Internet
To access mobile internet on BSNL, configure the APN settings on your device:
- APN Name:
bsnlnet - APN:
bsnlnet - Username: (Leave blank)
- Password: (Leave blank)
- MMSC:
http://bsnlnet.in - MMS Proxy: (Leave blank)
- MMS Port: (Leave blank)
- MCC: 404
- MNC: 55
- Authentication Type: None
- APN Type: default,supl
- APN Protocol: IPv4/IPv6
- APN Roaming Protocol: IPv4/IPv6
Customer Care Contact Information
- BSNL Customer Care Number: 1503 (Toll-Free)
- BSNL Broadband Customer Care Number: 1800-345-1500 (Toll-Free)
- BSNL Enterprise Customer Care Number: 1800-345-3333 (Toll-Free)
BSNL continues to be a vital player in India’s telecom sector, offering a wide range of services and maintaining a strong presence in rural and urban areas. With ongoing advancements in 4G and 5G technologies, BSNL is poised to remain competitive in the evolving telecom landscape. The comprehensive list of USSD codes provided above will help BSNL users efficiently manage their services, from checking balances to activating advanced features. As BSNL rolls out more innovative products and services, it remains committed to connecting India and bridging the digital divide.
