Reliance Jio, a telecom giant, is set to roll out its 5G service in more Indian cities over the coming weeks.
Currently, Jio is offering 5G service in Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi-NCR, Varanasi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Nathdwara, and Hyderabad.
The Jio 5G welcome offer is accessible by invitation only, as it is currently in the beta testing phase.
Eligibility and Requirements
Reliance Jio is extending free 5G service to select users in India via a welcome offer. To take advantage of this offer, users must meet certain criteria.
They need to possess a Jio 5G network-enabled smart device and be within the Jio 5G network coverage area.
Additionally, active Jio prepaid plan users with a plan of Rs 239 or higher are eligible, and postpaid plan subscribers can also access the free 5G service.
Service Availability
The Jio Welcome Offer is currently available in specific cities, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Delhi-NCR, and five other locations.
Subscribers under this special 5G offer can enjoy unlimited 5G data service with speeds of up to 1 GBPS.
5G Coverage Expansion
Reliance Jio’s 5G service now spans the entire Delhi-NCR area, encompassing Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, and other major regions.
Users in these cities can experience 5G on their compatible smartphones without the need for a separate SIM. The company has confirmed that 4G SIM cards are compatible with the 5G network.
Activating Jio 5G on Your Device
To enable Jio 5G on your device, follow these steps:
Step 1: Access your phone’s settings.
Step 2: Navigate to the mobile network option.
Step 3: If your phone supports two SIMs, select the Jio SIM and then choose ‘Preferred Network Type.’
Step 4: Select 5G, and you’re good to go. Make sure your phone is 5G service-enabled for this to work.
