If you're using a secondary SIM from Reliance Jio, ignoring it for too long could cost you your number. Many users have recently reported that inactive SIM cards are being deactivated, sometimes without clear notice.
Why Your Jio Number May Get Disabled
As per Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) guidelines:
- If your number has no recharge or activity for 90 days, it can be deactivated
- Operators may deduct up to ₹20 from your balance to extend validity by 30 days
- If insufficient balance is available, your SIM enters a 15-day grace period
- After that, the number may be permanently disconnected and reassigned
This means even if you keep your SIM just for incoming calls, inactivity can still put it at risk.
Cheapest Plan to Keep Your SIM Active
One simple way to avoid deactivation is to keep a base recharge plan active.
₹189 Jio Plan
- Validity: 28 days
- Data: 2GB high-speed data
- Calling: Unlimited voice calls
- SMS: 300 messages
- Extras: Access to JioTV and JioCloud
This is one of the lowest-cost full plans that ensures your SIM stays active.
Important Things to Remember
- Small data add-ons (like ₹11 packs) won't work alone - you need a base plan
- Try to make at least one call or SMS occasionally to show activity
- Keep a minimum balance to avoid automatic deactivation