How To Activate Jio SIM After Long Time With Ease? - Techthirsty

In this article, we would talk about how to activate Jio SIM after long time. It is to be noted that as per TRAI regulations a prepaid mobile connection will get deactivated if the balance is kept below Rs. 20 or if the number is not used for anything for a straight 90 days. Learn how to activate Jio SIM which is deactivated.

How to Activate Jio SIM after Long Time?

If the phone number is deactivated for less than 15 days then it can be reactivated by recharging it with Rs. 20 or more. However, if the number has been deactivated for more than 15 days then try the following:

• Call Jio customer care and request them to reactivate your number.
• Visit the nearest Jio store and submit an application requesting them to reactivate the phone number.

Furnish them will all the necessary documents. They may call you to confirm your request and then the SIM will be reactivated.

How to Activate a New Jio SIM Card?

If you are taking a new Jio connection, given below are the steps to be followed to activate the number for the first time:

• Call 1977 from the phone in which the Jio SIM is inserted.
• You will be asked to enter a five-digit T-PIN to complete the tele-verification process. The number has already been sent to your alternate number.
• In case you have not received the T-PIN, call 1800-890-1977 or 1977 to resend the T-PIN.
• Enter the T-PIN
• Alternately the last four digits of your Aadhaar number can also be entered.

Once you have completed the above steps the SIM would be activated. If in case the SIM is not activated even after a few hours, call Jio customer care. The tele-verification process should be completed within 30 days of ordering the SIM otherwise it will be canceled.

How to Ensure Quick Activation of Your Jio SIM?

• Opt for the e-KYC activation method as it takes a maximum of 10 minutes for SIM activation.
• Visit your nearest Jio store in the early morning or just after the lunch hour to avoid waiting for long.
• Ask the staff for a tele-verification message as soon as you receive the SIM card.
• Wait for 2 hours and if your SIM is still not activated visit the Jio store again and carry all the necessary documents.

Issues Regarding Jio SIM Activation and Solution

• If it is over a week and you still have not received any SMS, visit the Jio store where you filled the form as the same might have been rejected for various reasons.
• Ensure that your existing mobile number is registered with your Aadhaar card.
• Outstation Aadhaar Card may not be used.
• Ensure the form is filled properly and the photo is clear as otherwise the form will be rejected or put aside.

Hope you found the article on how to activate Jio SIM after long time helpful. Feel free to reach out to us if you still have any doubt on how to activate Jio SIM which is deactivated.