Best Broadband Plans Under 800 (India, 2025)

If your home internet bill keeps creeping up, you’re not alone. The good news: you don’t need to spend more than ₹800 a month to get solid speeds for work, streaming, or online classes. Here are the best value plans available across India right now, plus a few smart checks before you hit “Buy.”

Quick picks

• Cheapest fiber you can actually live with: JioFiber ₹399 – 30 Mbps, unlimited data, free voice. Great starter plan.
• Best 100 Mbps under ₹800 (widest reach): JioFiber ₹699 – 100 Mbps, unlimited data. Easy, reliable choice.
• Best regional 100 Mbps steal: Netplus Silver ₹499 – 100 Mbps in North India circles. If covered, it’s a no-brainer.
• Best “pay annually, save big” deal: GTPL Fiber 100 Mbps ~₹494/mo (annual) – strong in Gujarat/WB.
• Best 5G home option where fiber is spotty: Jio AirFiber ₹599 – 30 Mbps, ~1 TB FUP, OTT + 800+ TV channels.
• Best plan with OTT under ₹800 (fiber): BSNL Fibre Value OTT ₹799 – 100 to 125 Mbps tier with big FUP + bundled apps in many circles.

Ultra affordable starters (₹249 to ₹499)

• BSNL Rural FTTH Voice ₹249: Up to 25 Mbps for the first 10 GB, then 2 Mbps, unlimited calls. Good for basic use in villages.
• BSNL Urban FTTH Voice ₹299: Similar, with 20 GB high-speed. Works for light users.
• JioFiber ₹399: 30 Mbps, truly unlimited data (FUP may still apply at a very high cap), unlimited calling. Great everyday baseline.
• Airtel Xstream Fiber ₹499: 40 Mbps, unlimited data; free router + installation on longer terms. OTT perks kick in on higher tiers.

Best value 50 to 75 Mbps

• ACT Fibernet “ACT Basic/Welcome” ~₹549: 50 Mbps city plans in markets like Chennai/Bengaluru. Check your city page.
• BSNL Fibre Basic Plus ₹599: 60 Mbps with ~3.3 TB FUP (speeds drop after). Solid mid-tier.

Best value 100 Mbps the sweet spot

• JioFiber ₹699: 100 Mbps, unlimited data, free voice. National reach, easy install.
• Airtel Xstream Fiber ₹799: 100 Mbps in many cities; perks vary by pack (some add TV channels/OTT on related variants).
• Netplus Silver ₹499: 100 Mbps across Punjab, Haryana, J&K, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, UP (select areas).
• GTPL Fiber ~₹494/mo (annual): 100 Mbps equivalent pricing when pre-paid annually. Strong presence in Gujarat/WB.
• Excitel ~₹399/mo (annual): 100 Mbps with truly unlimited data when you pay yearly. City limited, but great if covered.

Premium under ₹800 with extras

• BSNL Fibre Value OTT ₹799: 100 to 125 Mbps tier (circle dependent), large FUP buckets (3.3 – 4 TB), bundled OTT in many cities.
• Jio postpaid entertainment variants: 100 Mbps ₹799 to ₹899 with 6 to 14 OTT apps if you prefer postpaid and a set top box bundle.

5G Home Internet alternatives

• Jio AirFiber ₹599: 30 Mbps, ~1000 GB FUP, 11+ OTT apps, 800+ live TV channels. Install fee ₹1,000, waived on annual. Ideal where fiber hasn’t reached.
• Airtel Xstream AirFiber: Up to 100 Mbps with OTT perks; pricing depends on city. Consider if you have strong 5G signal at home.

Regional standouts (worth a look)

• Kerala Vision ISP: Plans from ₹399 for 40 Mbps with large FUP. Popular across Kerala via LCOs.
• GTPL Fiber: Leading player in Gujarat and a major provider in West Bengal; sharp annual pricing.
• Netplus: Strong across north India; the ₹499/100 Mbps “Silver” plan is the headline.
• Hathway: City specific promos frequently drop 100 to 150 Mbps below ₹800. Check your city page.
• Tikona: In select cities, 100 Mbps plans often sit around ₹699. Coverage varies.

What to check before you choose

1) Real availability at your address
Coverage pages look great, but last-mile can be patchy. Use each ISP’s checker and ask neighbors. (Jio, Airtel, BSNL all have address checkers on their plan pages.)

2) FUP fine print
“Unlimited” usually has a Fair Usage Policy. Airtel, for instance, reduces speed after ~3,333 GB per month. Jio/AirFiber also apply high FUP caps on some bundles.

3) Installation and router costs
Many waive fees on 3 to 12 month plans. BSNL has had periodic waivers on ₹500 FTTH install charges through Mar 31, 2025 in several circles. Jio AirFiber’s ₹1,000 install fee is waived on annual.

4) OTT bundles vs plain internet
Bundles are nice, but don’t overpay for apps you won’t use. Jio and BSNL offer clear OTT tiers; Airtel’s perks vary by city/pack.

Speed-based picks

Basic use (browsing, socials, 1 to 2 HD streams)

• JioFiber ₹399 / 30 Mbps
• Airtel ₹499 / 40 Mbps
• BSNL GHAR KA WiFi ₹399 / 30 Mbps, 1400 GB FUP then 4 Mbps.

Work + HD streaming (50 to 75 Mbps)

• ACT ~₹549 / 50 Mbps (city wise)
• BSNL Fibre Basic Plus ₹599 / 60 Mbps

Gaming, 4K, multiple users (100 Mbps+)

• JioFiber ₹699 / 100 Mbps
• Airtel ₹799 / 100 Mbps
• Netplus Silver ₹499 / 100 Mbps (regional)
• GTPL ~₹494/mo / 100 Mbps (annual) (regional)

Pro Tips

• Test Wi-Fi, not just fiber. A bad router kills great broadband. Ask for Wi-Fi 6 if your phones/laptops support it.
• Lock in promos with 6 to 12 month payments only if your provider is stable in your area.
• Keep a backup. If you rely on the internet for work, a prepaid 5G hotspot can be a lifesaver during outages.
• Call local LCOs. In many buildings, the local cable operator’s fiber beats big brands on response time.

What to avoid

• Paying extra for OTTs you already get with your TV or mobile plan.
• Ignoring FUP. If you do 4K streaming + cloud backups, you can hit it.
• Assuming a city-wide plan applies to your lane. Verify with a site survey.

FAQs

Source: Jio | Airtel | chennai.bsnl.co.in | calcutta.bsnl.co.in | Hathway