Any tips on saving mobile plans?

[mantheman]

Are there any tips on saving monthly or annual mobile plans as a family? Since some need only internet, some need only call facilities.
Will post paid work or family sharing wroth it?
For instance, I paid for 1.5gb per day and unlimited calls. I will probably use ~20MB per day since I am always on wifi and do not call that much. But I occasionally need the internet for gpay. etc.

How do you guys handle these as a family?

EDIT: I am also switching my Jio Fiber to Airtel fiber and dunno if there are bundle deals with Airtel Fiber + Sim card family plans.

 

[rajneeshrana]

You can make use of postpaid family plans.
They allow pooling of data and thus someone with more data usage can use it and others can use as per their requirements.

 

[YeAhx]

internet for gay

Might wanna fix that.
Anyway weren't govt. trying to start voice-only plans for those people who had basic non-smart phones? I read about it somewhere.
Edit: Seems like they are already here.

Airtel, Jio, Vi introduce updated call and SMS-only recharge plans

These new plans by Airtel, Jio, and Vi are supposed to be cheaper and offer more value for money.

indianexpress.com

 

[zindabad]

Might wanna fix that.
Anyway weren't govt. trying to start voice-only plans for those people who had basic non-smart phones? I read about it somewhere.
Edit: Seems like they are already here.

Airtel, Jio, Vi introduce updated call and SMS-only recharge plans

These new plans by Airtel, Jio, and Vi are supposed to be cheaper and offer more value for money.

indianexpress.com

Those voice only plans are a scam. The plans which used to offer 6gb data and voice, now only offer voice. You will have to pay higher for voice + 6gb data, so essentially price hike

 

[mantheman]

Might wanna fix that.

gpay.

You can make use of postpaid family plans.

What will be the pricing for these? lets say for 5-6 sims.. Tbh, outgoin calls are for emergency uses only, there is always wifi in work places and at home.
idk if post paid plans charge for incoming calls. Jio and Airtel are my options

Also I am getting Airtel FTTX so are there offers with Airtel fiber and family plans?

 

[Emperor]

Those voice only plans are a scam. The plans which used to offer 6gb data and voice, now only offer voice. You will have to pay higher for voice + 6gb data, so essentially price hike

+1, due to this (talk time only plan), in my family, nearly 5-6 members stop paying via UPI and now they all start dealing in cash.
Sooner or later we will find good amount of cash in hand (in market with everyone) and UPI payment system loose some small amount transactions/customers.
Who know Telcos + UPI make a plan to stop middle class/lower middle class using UPI?

 

[ibose]

I wonder how those consolidated plans like family or airtel black fare if you are stuck with one service provider for most of your requirements including multiple mobiles and broadband. Do those come cheaper compared to individual plans ?

 

[rajneeshrana]

Jio is kind of cheaper for family plans
1. You need a base plan 449 per month (75GB base data)
2. each member can be added for Rs 150 per month ( 5Gb additional data per member, in addition to 75GB base)

Family Postpaid Plans in India: Postpaid Family Packages by JioPlus

Choose the best family postpaid plans with JioPlus, offering unlimited 5G data and voice calls, starting at ₹ 449 - perfect for work, entertainment and more!

www.jio.com

 

[mantheman]

Jio is kind of cheaper for family plans

Might be a better option, I just taked with Airtel and they are saying
1749 pm (+GST) for 5 members + if we take Airtel Fiber Rs. 100 off.
So basically just Rs. 100 off if we include the Airtel Fiber.

 

[JMak]

How does a jio voice recharge of
448 with 84 days validity
and
along with it a 100 rs data recharge of 5gb, valid for 90days sounds..

I guess this would work out to be 548 for 84 days.. If I am not missing something ans if they can be clubbed together

I am more comfortable with prepaid.. How does the above combo sounds guys

 

[blr_p]

Q. Are there any tips on saving monthly or annual mobile plans as a family in India?

A. Yes! If you're in India, here are some smart ways to save money on monthly or annual mobile plans as a family:

1. Opt for Family or Group Plans

Jio, Airtel, and Vi (Vodafone Idea) offer family postpaid plans that provide multiple SIMs under one account with shared data and calling benefits.

Jio Plus Family Plans start at ₹399 per month for two members and go up based on the number of users.

Airtel Family Postpaid Plans start at ₹599 for two members and provide added benefits like OTT subscriptions.

Vi RedX Family Plans offer priority service and data rollover options.


2. Consider Prepaid Plans with Long-Term Validity

Instead of monthly recharges, opt for annual prepaid packs, which often give extra benefits.

Jio, Airtel, and BSNL offer 365-day plans that are cheaper per month than 28-day recharges.

Some prepaid plans include free Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime, and Netflix, helping save on entertainment costs.


3. Use Data Sharing Features

Jio and Airtel allow data sharing across multiple devices under the same plan, preventing excess spending on separate data packs.


4. Check for Corporate & Student Discounts

Many companies partner with telecom providers to offer discounted postpaid plans for employees.

Students can get special discounts on data plans—check Airtel and Vi student offers.


5. Look for Recharge Offers & Cashback

Use apps like Paytm, PhonePe, Google Pay, and Amazon Pay to get cashback or discount offers on recharges.

Sometimes, banks offer credit/debit card cashback deals on mobile plan payments.


6. Compare Network-Specific Offers

BSNL Bharat Fiber + Mobile Bundles can save money when combined with broadband services.

JioFiber offers free Jio SIMs with certain broadband plans.


7. Avoid Unnecessary Add-Ons

Many postpaid plans include insurance, caller tunes, or international roaming—remove these if not needed.

Some plans come with OTT subscriptions—choose only those that match your family’s needs.

 

[mantheman]

Those voice only plans are a scam. The plans which used to offer 6gb data and voice, now only offer voice. You will have to pay higher for voice + 6gb data, so essentially price hike

So if i opt for voice only for one year, and get like rs.151 9 GB per pack (Validity same as existing pack), 9 gb will last still the 1 year validity if not exhausted?

 

[JMak]

So if i opt for voice only for one year, and get like rs.151 9 GB per pack (Validity same as existing pack), 9 gb will last still the 1 year validity if not exhausted?

I don't think the 151 plan is available anymore..
At least I couldn't find it, though it shows here

Prepaid Recharge Plans - Online Prepaid Mobile Recharge | Jio

Prepaid Recharge Plans - Browse online prepaid recharge plans & enjoy high-speed 4G connection only with Jio Recharge Plans. Recharge Now!

www.jio.com

But once you enter your number to buy it's nowhere to be found

 

[zindabad]

So if i opt for voice only for one year, and get like rs.151 9 GB per pack (Validity same as existing pack), 9 gb will last still the 1 year validity if not exhausted?

Those data add on plans with existing validity are gone. I used to do the same, recharge with 1899 annual plan with 24 gb data, and then 301 recharge that used to give 50 gb data with existing validity

 

[Heisen]

So far my understanding of jio affordable plans.

448 - (unlimited voice only, validity 84 days) (annual cost 1947)

189 - (unlimited voice + 2gb data per month, validity 28 days) (annual cost 2464)

249 - (unlimited voice + 1gb data per day, validity 28 days) (annual cost 3246)

 

[ibose]

So far my understanding of jio affordable plans.

448 - (unlimited voice only, validity 84 days) (annual cost 1947)

189 - (unlimited voice + 2gb data per month, validity 28 days) (annual cost 2464)

249 - (unlimited voice + 1gb data per day, validity 28 days) (annual cost 3246)

I would add that the long term (336 days) voice only plan of 1748 is the cheapest if you are able to commit to that.
I really need to evaluate our family's mobile, broadband and OTT spends as a whole and see if any of the bundled offers are cheaper.