How long it takes for the airtel sim to be deactivated if not recharged for long time? (2024)

i use another sim ,i want to keep this number too which i dont recharge often ,so i want to know how long i can keep it without recharging that rs49 validity thing..
thanks

You will loose the incoming within 7-14 days of non-recharge. Incoming means both calls and SMS. You won't even receive a single SMS too. As per TRAI rules, your number may be permanently deactivated within 90 days but again, that depends on circle to circle.

Better recharge with Rs.19 validity voucher(that gives 2 days unlimited call with some data) bimonthly.

As per trai rule, operator CAN deactivate your no. if not used for 90 days straight without any recharge but it is Upto operator choice to keep it active. Jio is keeping it active for 2 yrs atleast without any usage or recharge . One of the Airtel no. I am having in Delhi not used or recharged for 1 yr now is still working

As per trai rule, operator CAN deactivate your no. if not used for 90 days straight without any recharge but it is Upto operator choice to keep it active. Jio is keeping it active for 2 yrs atleast without any usage or recharge . One of the Airtel no. I am having in Delhi not used or recharged for 1 yr now is still working

oh thank you so much for all your reviews on airtel (also on jio) 🙂 ,i will recharge it bimonthly then with 49 //leaving a month with no recharge i guess.. mm or on 59th day from my incoming calls debarred date.

recharge in every six to 8 months you will be fine iam doing the same for the past 2 years for my airtel and jio prepaid connections