:) BSNL Broadband

BSNL is the market leader in broadband services with 60+ percentage share in India. Most of these connections are provided using ADSL2+(Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line Plus) technology on it's existing land-line infrastructure.

ADSL2+ technology provides download speed upto 24Mbit/s and upload speed upto 1.4Mbit/s.

BSNL broadband can be availed in two ways:

1. If you already have a landline connection, you can get broadband as addon to landline. You need to pay monthly charges for landline plan plus broandband plan.
2. Combo plan: Provides both broadband and landline in a single plan. Prefer this if your primary requirement is broadband.

How much does it cost initially for a new connection?

You need to buy a ADSL modem either from BSNL or from outside. Basic modem is available for around Rs.1000/-. If you want Wireless connectivity(Wi-Fi), you need to spend more. BSNL also provides modem on monthly rental basis. Installation charges for landline Rs.500/-, installation charges for broadband Rs.250/, deposit for Local/STD facility Rs.500/- and one month plan rental in advance.

Ex: If you opt for BB Home Combo ULD 650 plan, approximate initial cost will be:

Rs.1500(wireless modem) + Rs.750(installation charges LL/BB) + Rs.500(Local/STD deposit) + Rs.650(one month plan rent advance),  which totals to  Rs.3400/-.

Second month onwards:

You need to pay your monthly plan rental + voice call usage charges (if any) + service tax(12.36%).

Get discount of 1/3/6 months FMC by paying for 11/21/30 months in advance and use for 1/2/3 years.

If you are a Central Govt/State Govt/PSU employee, you are eligible for 20% discount on plan rental and usage charges.

Unlimited Broadband Plans as add-on to existing landline:

1. BB Home ULD 525
2. BB Home ULD 800

Combo Unlimited Broadband Plans:

1. BB Home Combo ULD 650
2. BB Home Combo ULD 800
3. BB General Combo ULD 900
4. BB Home Combo ULD 950

For more details of these plans see  BSNL Unlimited Broadband Plans in AP

How to book BSNL broadband connection in Andhra Pradesh?

You can book either by:

1. SMS: send BB to 54141/9400054141 (or)
2. Online: see bsnl broadband online booking (or)
3. Go to nearest customer service center