How to Get a Reliance Jio SIM and Enjoy Free Services with the Happy New Year Offer
With Reliance Jio’s Happy New Year Offer, extending all the free services from the Jio Welcome Offer until March 31, 2017, there’s never been a better time to join the Jio revolution. But navigating the different ways to get a Jio SIM can be confusing. This article will break down the various methods, from buying a Lyf phone to tapping into employee referral programs, so you can easily unlock free unlimited data, calls, and access to Jio’s suite of apps.
Note that Jio’s network operates on 4G and relies on VoLTE for calls, so older phones may not be compatible. Jio offers a handy app called JioJoin for those with non-VoLTE phones, allowing them to make calls using VoIP, overcoming compatibility issues. Let’s dive into the different ways to get your hands on a Reliance Jio SIM:
Getting a Jio SIM: Your Options
1. The Easy Way: Buy a Lyf Phone
The simplest way to get a Jio SIM is to purchase a phone from Reliance Retail’s Lyf range. Head to a Reliance Digital store, buy a phone (starting at just Rs. 3,000), and you’ll automatically be provisioned with a Jio SIM and the Happy New Year offer benefits.
2. Leverage Employee Referrals
Knowing someone working at Reliance can open doors. The company has an employee referral program for Jio SIMs. However, with many employees likely inundated with requests, exploring other options may be more fruitful.
3. The Reliance Jio SIM Preview Offer: A Boon for Smartphone Owners
The Jio Preview Offer represents a convenient way to get a Jio SIM if you own one of the eligible smartphones. The offer has been extended to a wide range of devices from brands like Samsung, HTC, Micromax, Sony, Vivo, Intex, Lava, Gionee, Panasonic, Asus, Xolo, LG, Karbonn, Videocon, YU, Sansui, Alcatel, and TCL.
To snag a SIM through this offer, follow these simple steps:
- Download and open the MyJio App from the Play Store.
- Tap on Get Jio SIM on the main banner.
- Click Agree & Get Jio Offer.
- Select your location from the drop-down menu.
- Review the steps and click Next.
- Note down the offer code displayed on your screen.
Once completed, you’ll obtain a barcode; take this to a Reliance Digital store, show your phone, and present a photograph and photo ID for verification. SIM distribution is usually quicker at Reliance Digital Xpress Mini Stores compared to larger outlets.
Important Note: While this offer caters to specific phone models, you can still use the SIM on other compatible devices.
4. The JioFi Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot: Home Data Revolution
Jio aims to disrupt the broadband market as well, and the JioFi router allows you to get a Jio SIM and enjoy unlimited data at home.
The JioFi is a compact device that creates a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 31 devices, providing you with three months of free 4G data for Rs. 2,899. This translates to less than Rs. 1,000 per month for unlimited, fast internet, making it a compelling deal compared to traditional broadband providers with restrictive FUPs.
You can purchase the JioFi router at any Reliance Digital store, presenting necessary documents for verification and tele-verification.
5. The “Ask Nicely” Method: A Last Resort
If you own a 4G smartphone, you can try walking into select Reliance Digital and Xpress Mini stores to get a Jio SIM with the Jio Preview Offer. The catch is that this offer is available at the discretion of individual outlets. So, it’s worth trying your luck, being polite, and possibly checking out multiple stores if unsuccessful.
A Final Word on the Jio Happy New Year Offer
All these methods can help you become a Jio user before the anticipated official consumer launch. With free unlimited data, calls, and access to Jio’s apps, this is a fantastic opportunity to experience the Jio revolution.
Have you already gotten your Jio SIM? Share your experience and thoughts in the comments below.
