How to Activate Jio SIM Card Online Full Process

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Have you taken the new Jio SIM and are now wondering how to activate it? Do not take the tension! This article will tell you simple steps, How to activate your Jio New SIM while sitting at home. Whether you took a SIM from the store or ordered it online, the process is almost the same. Let's start!

What Required for Jio SIM Activation? Jio SIM activation?

• Keep these things ready before you start activation:
• Aadhaar card (basic): this is the most important document. Your name, photo and address should appear clear on the base.
• Active mobile number: the same number linked to Aadhaar on which OTP (one time password) will come.
• New Jio SIM: which you have to activate.
• Smartphone: in which you will complete the process by inserting the new SIM.
• Good network connection: data or Wi-Fi (for beginner setup).

Note: even if your SIM is already in the phone but the network is not coming, follow these steps. Many times the televisions are pending.

How to Activate New Jio SIM Online at Home

1. Do not worry, this process is very simple. Just follow these steps:
2. Insert SIM: insert your new Xiao SIM into your smartphone and turn on the phone.
3. Install the' MyJio ' app: if not already, download and install the "MyJio" app from Google Play Store (Android) or App Store (iPhone).
4. Open the app and select' Connect now': launch the app. This will auto-detect your new Xiao SIM. "Connect now" (Activate Jio SIM) or similar button will appear, tap it.
5. Enter Aadhaar details:
6. Fill in your 12-digit Aadhaar number.
7. Enter your mobile number linked to Aadhaar (the same one that is already running).
8. Click' Continue ' (Proceed).
9. Verify OTP: an OTP will come on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. Enter that into the app and verify.
10. Biometric authentication (fingerprints):
11. The app will ask you to use Aadhaar biometric (fingerprints or iris scan).
12. Follow the instructions on screen. You need to put your finger on the fingerprint sensor of the smartphone.
13. This process is for verification directly with the UIDAI (Aadhaar) server. It is absolutely safe.
14. Verify delivery PIN (if ordered online): if you ordered Xiao SIM online, you will be asked to insert the pin found at the time of delivery. This step is usually not for a store-bought SIM.
15. Photography verification (sometimes): in some cases, the app may ask you to click a live photo of yourself or take a selfie with a SIM pack. Follow instructions.
16. Success message: after all the steps are successfully completed, you will get a confirmation message that your SIM activation process has been completed.

What Documents are Required for Jio SIM Activation

• Only one main document is needed:
• Aadhaar card (basic): it is mandatory. You cannot do online activation without it.

(Optional): if the address on Aadhaar is not updated, any other identity card (e.g. PAN Card, Driving License) or certificate of address (e.g. electricity bill, passport) can be sought, but in most cases just Aadhaar is enough.

Remember: all information must match your Aadhaar card.

Jio Televerification Number

• Jio customer care number: 198 or 1800 889 9999 (toll-free)
• Why call? If:
• There were technical problems during the activation process.
• OTP is not coming.
• Biometric authentication fails.
• SIM activation is taking longer.
• Need any kind of information or assistance.

Jio SIM Activation Time

• Usually: in most cases, if all the steps are completed correctly and the verification is successful, the Jio SIM is activated within 2 to 4 hours.
• Sometimes: from some technical or verification reasons it can take up to 24 hours (or in very rare cases even 48 hours).
• What to do? If the SIM is not active even after 4 hours,:
• Restart the phone once.
• Check the" MyJio " app - many times the status update is found there.
• If still not, call Jio customer care (198) and ask for status by giving your SIM number.
• What to do after Jio SIM activation?
• Check network: the phone should show Jio network (Jio 4G or Jio ).
• Make a call and Internet test: make a call or try running the internet.
• Login with MyJio app: login to the app with your new Jio number. Here you can check balance, plan, data usage, etc.
• Recharge: if the Welcome Offer is not received or has to be activated, recharge the plan of your choice.

FAQs-Jio SIM Activation

Can geo SIM be activated without Aadhaar card?

No. Aadhaar card is mandatory for online activation. It is part of KYC (Know Your Customer).

What do I do if OTP is not coming?

Make sure your old SIM (linked to Aadhaar) is in the phone and the network is getting.

Try the option "resend OTP".

If still doesn't come, Call Jio customer care 198.

The fingerprint scan fails, what to do?

Trt again by clearing your finger and the phone's sensor.

Make sure you are using the same finger that is registered in the base.

If frequent failures occur, contact customer care. They can tell alternative ways.

Can I activate Jio SIM taken in another city?

Yes! jio SIM can be activated from anywhere across India. Your current location does not matter.

Not coming to the network even after the SIM is active?

Remove or restart the phone by putting it on Airplane Mode.

Go to Settings and select" network operator "and select" geo " manually.

If still not, call custommer care.