Reliance Jio is shaking things up again! After completely removing the ‘Value’ category of prepaid plans a few days ago, Jio has now brought it back with some tweaks. Along with the existing voice-only plans (Rs 448 and Rs 1748), there’s now a new sub-category called “Affordable Packs”, and making a comeback under this category is the Rs 189 plan.
This plan isn’t exactly new—in fact, before the July 2024 tariff hikes, it used to cost just Rs 155. But now, Jio has reintroduced it, and it remains the most budget-friendly pack available. Interestingly, reports earlier this week suggested Jio had removed the Rs 189 plan, but it’s back in the lineup now.
Jio Rs 189 Prepaid Plan – What Do You Get?
For those considering the Rs 189 prepaid plan, here’s what you’re signing up for:
✅ 28-day validity
✅ 2GB total data (not per day, just 2GB for the whole period)
✅ Unlimited voice calls
✅ 300 SMS
✅ Access to JioCinema, JioTV, and JioCloud
Once you consume the 2GB data, your speed drops to a sluggish 64 Kbps (so, basically unusable for anything beyond basic messaging).
Is It the Best Budget Plan?
At the moment, this is Jio’s cheapest prepaid plan. However, if you’re looking for more data, you might want to consider the Rs 199 plan, which offers:
- 1.5GB/day of data
- 18-day validity
- 100 SMS/day
- Unlimited calling
While the Rs 199 plan has way more data, its validity is shorter compared to the Rs 189 option. Neither plan includes unlimited 5G access, so if you’re after high-speed 5G, you’ll need to look at Jio’s higher-tier plans.
Will Jio Introduce More Value Plans?
It’s unclear if Jio will launch a longer validity “Value Plan”, like Airtel’s Rs 548 plan with 84-day validity. With frequent changes happening in prepaid tariffs, all eyes are now on Jio’s competitors, Vodafone Idea (Vi) and Bharti Airtel, to see if they shake up their offerings too.
For now, if you need a super cheap Jio plan with calling and basic data, the Rs 189 pack is your best bet. 🚀
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
