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BSNL Launches e SIM Service in Tamil Nadu Circle; Pan India Expansion to Follow Soon

BSNL Launches e-SIM Service in Tamil Nadu Circle; Pan-India Expansion to Follow Soon

BSNL's e-SIM can be used alongside a physical SIM on handsets that have multi-SIM support.

Written by Shaurya Tomer, Edited by Ketan Pratap | Updated: 18 August 2025 16:37 IST

BSNL Launches e-SIM Service in Tamil Nadu Circle; Pan-India Expansion to Follow Soon

Photo Credit: X/ BSNL

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Highlights

BSNL's e-SIM service is currently available in the Tamil Nadu circle
e-SIM process reportedly requires KYC verification and a QR code download
The service will be expanded to more regions soon

BSNL launched its e-SIM service in Tamil Nadu on Friday, commemorating India's 79th Independence Day. As per the state-owned telecom operator, the e-SIM service arrives as a flexible and cost-effective solution that eliminates the need to obtain physical SIM cards for a BSNL connection. While it is currently available in a single region, the e-SIM service will soon be expanded across the country, enabling customers to take advantage of facilities like instant activation and Internet of Things (IoT)-ready connectivity.

BSNL's e-SIM Service

BSNL announced the launch of its e-SIM service in the Tamil Nadu circle via a post on X (formerly Twitter). With its introduction, customers can avail of instant activation, flexible and cost-effective plans, mitigation of physical SIM issues, and IoT-ready connectivity on smartphones and wearables, as per the state-owned telecom operator.

“We are proud to announce the launch of e-SIM as a soft launch in the Tamil Nadu circle, as a commitment of secure, future-ready connectivity”, A. Robert J. Ravi, Chairman and Managing Director of BSNL, said in a statement.

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As per the reports, customers can visit BSNL Customer Service Centres (CSC) to get an e-SIM. They are required to carry an e-SIM-compatible device and a valid identity card for digital know-your-customer (KYC) verification. The service is available for both existing and new BSNL customers.

The onboarding process will involve digital KYC verification and the receipt of a one-time QR code for downloading the e-SIM profile. The BSNL e-SIM can reportedly be used alongside a physical SIM card on handsets that have multi-SIM support.

With this move, BSNL joins private players such as Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea to offer e-SIM services in India. However, it remains unclear whether transitioning from a physical SIM to an e-SIM incurs a charge. Notably, all three major telecom operators offer this service at no extra cost.

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Alongside its launch, the state-owned telecom operator also introduced an advanced Anti-Spam and Anti-Smishing system. It is a network-level solution designed to safeguard users from fraudulent messages by identifying and blocking suspicious or phishing links before they are delivered.

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As per BSNL, it will ensure that OTPs, bank alerts, and government notifications are delivered in compliance with TRAI's DLT/UCC regulations.

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Shaurya Tomer is a Sub Editor at Gadgets 360 with 2 years of experience across a diverse spectrum of topics. With a particular focus on smartphones, gadgets and the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), he often likes to explore the industry's intricacies and innovations – whether dissecting the latest smartphone release or exploring the ethical implications of AI advancements. In his free time, he often embarks on impromptu road trips to unwind, recharge, and ...More