How to Keep Jio SIM Active Without Recharge
Have a Jio SIM but don’t use it often? Worried it might get deactivated if you don’t recharge? Don’t worry. In this guide, we’ll show you how to keep your Jio SIM active without regular recharge. The tricks are simple, legal, and tested. If you want to avoid losing your number, this article is for you.
Why Does Jio SIM Get Deactivated Without Recharge?
Like every telecom company, Jio also has a usage policy. If a number is inactive for a long time, the company may recycle it and give it to someone else. Usually, if there’s no incoming or outgoing activity for 90 days, your number may be at risk of deactivation.
So, to keep your Jio SIM active, you need to show minimal activity on it – even if you don’t recharge fully.
1. Use Incoming Calls or SMS Regularly
Even if you don’t recharge, Jio allows incoming calls and SMS for a grace period. Make sure someone calls or messages your Jio number every 15–30 days. This small activity signals that the SIM is in use.
✅ Tip: Use your Jio number to sign up on apps like WhatsApp or Telegram. They’ll send you OTPs that help keep your number active.
2. Insert Jio SIM in a 4G/5G Phone Regularly
Your SIM must connect to Jio’s network at least once every few weeks. Keep it inserted in a 4G or 5G enabled device and switch on mobile data or VoLTE occasionally.
✅ Tip: Turn on the phone with Jio SIM once a week for 5–10 minutes. It registers with the tower and prevents disconnection.
3. Do a Minimum Recharge (Once in 3 Months)
Jio doesn’t offer true “lifetime validity” packs. But if you want peace of mind, you can do a low-cost recharge once every 2–3 months.
Here are a few low-cost options that can help:
- ₹15 data add-on pack
- ₹119 plan (cheapest monthly plan)
- ₹1 top-up via Jio app or Paytm (sometimes works to show account activity)
✅ Tip: Do a ₹1 top-up every 60 days through Paytm or PhonePe. This shows transaction activity in Jio’s records.
4. Call 1299 or Use MyJio App to Check Validity
If you’re unsure about your SIM’s status, dial 1299 from your Jio SIM or log in to the MyJio App. It will show:
- Plan validity
- Incoming call permission
- Balance (if any)
✅ Tip: Keep an eye on the validity date and set a reminder every 80 days.
5. Use Jio SIM for UPI, Banking, or OTP
Use your Jio number for any UPI app like PhonePe, Google Pay, or Paytm. This way, banks will send transactional SMSs to your number regularly, which helps keep it active.
✅ Bonus Trick: Use your Jio number for all OTP verifications. SMS traffic helps maintain active status without recharge.
6. Send a Missed Call Every Few Weeks
If you have dual SIMs or an extra phone, call your Jio number occasionally. Or use the Jio SIM to give a missed call to another number once in a while. This is enough to trigger “usage activity.”
7. Turn on Jio SIM Mobile Data for a Few Minutes
Open the mobile data for just 1 minute every 15–20 days. Even a few KBs of data usage registers activity on Jio’s network.
✅ Pro Tip: Open the Jio website or MyJio app for a few seconds – that’s all it takes.
Final Thoughts
Keeping your Jio SIM active without recharge is easy if you maintain minimal activity like SMS, calls, or data usage. These small actions prevent your number from being deactivated – even if you don’t use the SIM daily.
If the number is important for banking, OTPs, or registrations, follow these simple tricks every month to keep it alive for a long time.
Remember: Losing a SIM number means losing access to many apps and accounts. So act smart, use these methods, and keep your Jio SIM active without spending much!
