Is BSNL Still Offering Free Unlimited Calls on Broadband?
Back in June 2018, BSNL made a change worth remembering. It extended what had been a night-and-Sunday-only unlimited calling perk into full 24×7 unlimited local and STD calling for broadband customers on qualifying plans.
If you found this page looking for that original announcement, here’s the short version of where things stand now.
Quick answer: Yes, unlimited calling is still a standard part of most current BSNL broadband and landline plans. But the specific ₹299 plan and exact terms from 2018 no longer exist in that form. BSNL has restructured its lineup multiple times since then, including a completely new flagship plan launched in January 2026.
What’s Actually Changed Since 2018
A few things are worth knowing if you’re comparing today’s plans to what you remember from that original offer:
- The ₹299 plan referenced in the original 2018 announcement isn’t BSNL’s current entry point. Today’s comparable unlimited-calling plans sit at ₹249 (Rural All CUL) and ₹329 (Value All CUL), alongside newer FTTH-specific options.
- Sunday-only unlimited calling was briefly withdrawn and reinstated at various points as BSNL revised its tariff structure over the years. The current lineup again includes 24-hour Sunday calling on most standalone plans.
- Voice-only Bharat Fibre connections have been discontinued. If you want landline-style calling over fibre today, it now comes bundled into a broadband combo plan rather than as a separate service.
- BSNL launched a new flagship FTTH plan, SPARK, in January 2026 at ₹449/month, which includes unlimited voice calling as standard alongside 50 Mbps speeds.
Where to Get the Full Current Details
Rather than duplicate a full plan-by-plan breakdown here, the most accurate and current information lives on two dedicated pages that are kept up to date as BSNL revises its tariffs:
- For landline and Bharat Fibre Voice specifics – including the complete current price table, add-on packs, and the Friends & Family option. See our full BSNL Landline Plans guide.
- For broadband/FTTH speed tiers and data limits, including the new SPARK plan. See our BSNL Broadband and FTTH Plans guide.
Both are reviewed regularly and reflect BSNL’s actual current tariff structure, rather than a single historical announcement.
Quick Recap: Unlimited Calling in 2026
| 2018 Offer | 2026 Reality | |
|---|---|---|
| Plan referenced | ₹299/month, all DSL/FTTH combos | Multiple current tiers, starting ₹249 |
| Calling scope | Local + STD, any network | Same, on qualifying plans; check per plan |
| Sunday unlimited calling | Extended to 24×7 | Standard on most current plans |
| Voice-only fibre | Available | Discontinued; bundled into combo plans only |
| Flagship broadband plan | N/A | SPARK, ₹449/month, launched Jan 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, most current BSNL broadband and Bharat Fibre combo plans include unlimited local and STD calling to any network, though the specific plan names and prices have changed since 2018.
No, BSNL has restructured its plan lineup multiple times since then. Comparable current options include Rural All CUL (₹249) and Value All CUL (₹329), or FTTH combo plans like SPARK (₹449).
Yes, standalone landline plans with unlimited calling are still available starting around ₹249–₹329/month, though voice-only fibre connections have been discontinued.
See our full BSNL Broadband and FTTH Plans guide for the complete, regularly updated price list.
Yes, most current standalone and combo plans include 24-hour free calling on Sundays, though it’s worth confirming against your specific plan.
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