esim activation: In India, now BSNL has also started its ESIM service like Airtel, Jio and VI (Vodafone Idea). Currently, this facility is available in select circles. The work of ESIM is exactly the same as physical SIM, but it is present digitally inside your phone. Many premium smartphones like iPhone, Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy S series support ESIM.

Why switch to ESIM?

  • There is no need to remove ESIM again and again.

  • It neither breaks nor deteriorates.

  • However, keep in mind that if you accidentally delete ESIM from the phone, the network connection will be closed immediately.

How to get ESIM?

The method of every telecom company is slightly different.

Jio users: You can request the MyJio app or go to the nearest Jio store.

Airtel and vi users: You can apply from the company’s official app. Apart from this, send SMS on 121 or 199 according to your network. Message format: ESIM.

Bsnl users: One has to go to the close customer service center and apply. Here the KYC process will have to be completed, for which Aadhaar card is necessary.

What is activation process

  • After the request submit, follow these steps:

  • The QR code of ESIM will be sent on your registered email.

  • After this, open Settings → Mobile Networks/Cellular/Sim Services.

  • Now select “Add ESIM” or “Download ESIM” option.

  • After this, scan the QR code from the email.

  • Now you will get a verification call which will complete the process.

The entire process can take up to about 4 hours.

Last step and security

As soon as ESIM is active, your physical SIM network will be closed automatically and now you will be able to use all services from ESIM. According to TRAI rules, you will not be able to send or receive any SMS for the first 24 hours after activation. This rule has been applied to prevent sim swap fraud.

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