Updated 27 June 2025 at 18:38 IST
Want a SIM Card At Your Doorstep? Follow This Guide for Jio, Airtel, Vi, and BSNL
Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea (Vi), and BSNL offer home delivery service for new SIM cards. Here is how to avail it.
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Gone are the days when getting a new SIM card meant waiting in long queues at telecom outlets. If you're looking to switch networks or get a fresh number, India's top telecom operators—Jio, Airtel, Vi, and BSNL—now offer doorstep SIM delivery in select cities. The process is entirely online, often free, and increasingly tied to faster eKYC authentication.
Here’s a quick guide to getting your new SIM without stepping out.
Reliance Jio
How to Order:
- Visit Jio’s official website or use the MyJio app.
- Select “Get Jio SIM at home.”
- Enter your name, mobile number, and location.
- Choose a new SIM or port-in option.
Documents Required:
- Aadhaar card for eKYC
- Alternate mobile number for OTP verification
Delivery:
- Typically, within 24–48 hours in supported cities
- Jio executive completes biometric verification on arrival
Charges:
- Free for new SIMs and MNP (Mobile Number Portability) users
Airtel
How to Order:
- Visit airtel.in and click on "Buy SIM"
- Choose between a new connection or porting your number
- Enter your name, address, and preferred time slot
Documents Required:
- Aadhaar for eKYC
- Live photo and OTP verification at delivery
Delivery:
- Same-day delivery is available in metro cities
- Airtel personnel perform doorstep KYC
Charges:
- Free for most plans; some prepaid/postpaid plans may require a minimum recharge
Vi (Vodafone Idea)
How to Order:
- Go to myvi.in and navigate to "Get new SIM"
- Choose a new SIM or port option
- Enter your details and preferred delivery time
Documents Required:
- Aadhaar for instant KYC
- Backup number for OTP
Delivery:
- Within 24–72 hours, depending onthe area
- SIM is activated within a few hours post-verification
Charges:
- Delivery is free, but Vi may push select prepaid/postpaid plans during checkout
BSNL
How to Order:
- Visit the BSNL Self-KYC Portal
- Choose “New SIM” or “Port to BSNL”
- Enter your name, PIN code, and alternate mobile number
- Verify with OTP and complete digital KYC
Documents Required:
- Aadhaar number for eKYC
- Recent live selfie (uploaded during KYC)
Delivery:
- SIM delivered to your home within a few days
- No need to visit a store — the entire process is digital
- Works for prepaid and postpaid users
Charges:
- Free delivery
- Basic FRC or port-in recharge may be required during activation
Published 27 June 2025 at 18:38 IST