Jio, one of the biggest telecom providers in India, now provides eSIM, or Embedded Subscriber Identity Module, in addition to regular SIM cards.
It is one of the few telecom companies to offer eSIM, along with Vodafone Idea and Airtel.
The eSIM might benefit smartphone manufacturers as they can now add more practical functions to a handset by saving space using an eSIM.
However, they are only compatible with a few smartphone brands like Apple, Smartphone, Motorola, and Google.
One of the significant benefits of eSIM is that customers won’t have to visit the store as operators may make changes remotely.
Thus, any task requiring the removal of a physical SIM will now become a thing of the past with eSIM. Let us learn more about the functioning of eSIM, which Jio is providing.
What is Jio eSIM?
Thanks to an integrated SIM in your smart communication device, you can activate your Jio prepaid/postpaid subscription service without requiring a physical SIM card on eSIM-enabled handsets.
On a machine with eSIM support, users can digitally download the Jio SIM profile from a distance. Only Apple, Samsung, Google, and Motorola currently offer eSIM support for Jio.
Before you start
- Before starting the configuration process, ensure your phone is linked to a mobile network or Wi-Fi.
- Selecting the ‘Remove Data Plan’ or ‘Erase Plan’ option in device settings will destroy the eSIM profile permanently.
- If it is accidentally or unintentionally removed, go to your local Jio Store, Reliance Digital, or Jio retailer with identity proof and a photograph for the SIM swap process.
- The Activation Code is unique and can only be used once on a single device.
How to Activate Your Jio eSIM?
Reliance Jio currently allows the activation of eSIM on selected iOS and Android phones.
While it is a simple and easy process to activate your Jio eSIM on your smartphones, you must follow different processes for activating the eSIM on other operating systems.
Activate Jio eSIM on Android
Currently, in the case of Android, eSIM can only be activated on Motorola, Samsung, and Google smartphones. Activating eSIM on different android brands needs other methods.
In this article, we have taken the example of a Samsung smartphone starting the Jio eSIM service.
1. Click on the Samsung phone’s Settings menu. Click on the About section, where you will find an IMEI number.
2. Then, to obtain the EID number, click on Status information.
3. You need to send an SMS GETESIM message to 199, which will provide you with the EID and IMEI number.
4. You will then be given a 32-digit activation code, 19-digit eSIM numbers, and eSIM personal details.
5. Next, go to Settings and select Connections to configure the eSIM. Now, select the SIM card manager.
6. Click ‘Add mobile plan’ under the eSIM, then ‘Scan carrier QR code.’ On the following screen, click Enter code.
7. You will receive a 32-digit activation code through SMS upon completing the process. Finally, select Connect and wait for your Jio eSIM to be activated.
Activate Jio eSIM on iOS
Jio eSIM functionality is currently available on various Apple iPhone models such as the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone 11 series, iPhone 12 series, and more.
To activate an eSIM, you must use an iOS 12.1 or higher OS-based device.
1. First, go to the Settings menu and select General. Next, select About, which displays your EID and IMEI number. Please take note of those.
2. Next, send ‘SMS GETESIM’ from your phone to 199, along with its EID and IMEI digits.
3. You will then be issued a 19-digit eSIM number and eSIM profile setup information. You will also receive an alert to set up the profile.
4. Next, text SIMCHG to 199, followed by a 19-digit eSIM code. You will receive an update in two hours, which you must confirm by texting ‘1’ to 183.
5. You will then receive an automated call in which you will be asked for your 19-digit eSIM number. After successful confirmation, you will receive an SMS notification.
6. If you get a notification to set the profile, click on it and choose to Install the data plan. Click the Continue button.
7. If you do not receive the notification, navigate to Settings and select Jio Data Plan Ready to Install. Finally, click Continue, and your Jio eSIM should be activated.
How to convert Jio SIM to eSIM?
Convert your physical SIM to an eSIM or transfer your Jio eSIM by SMS from one device to another.
Step 1: From a handset with an active Jio SIM, send the SMS ‘GETESIM32 Digit EID>15 Digit IMEI>’ to 199.
If your email address has not been updated, you will receive an email urging you to do so to restart the procedure.
Step 2: To share an eSIM number for eSIM processing, type SIMCHG and send the SMS to 199. You will receive an update on eSIM processing in two hours.
Step 3: Confirm and activate your eSIM by messaging ‘1’ to 183 and asking for an automated call from +91 2235072222. To confirm, dial ‘1’ on the phone.
Then, install ‘Data plan’ on your device to activate eSIM by following the steps below.
