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5 providers checked on 29 August 2026 against their official stores
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7 Days

Staying connected in India

What the coverage maps do not tell you, and what you will actually use the data for.

Where the signal actually drops

Jio and Airtel between them cover an enormous amount of the country, and data is famously cheap. Coverage is strong in cities and along the main corridors, and weakens in the Himalayan north, parts of the northeast, and desert Rajasthan away from the towns.

What you will use your phone for here

India is deeply digital: UPI QR payments are used everywhere including small vendors, though they generally require an Indian bank account, so as a visitor you will watch rather than participate. Ride-hailing (Ola and Uber), rail bookings through IRCTC, and maps are the practical daily needs.

Before you go

Some Indian regions have had precautionary mobile internet shutdowns during periods of unrest, which no eSIM can work around. Also note that a data-only eSIM will not receive the Indian SMS codes that many local services require.

How much data you will actually need

Moderate. Maps and ride-hailing dominate.

India eSIM plans compared

Provider Data Validity Price (USD) Hotspot Networks Buy
Yesim 0.293 GB 1 days $0.54 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Ubigi 1 GB 7 days $3.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Yesim 1 GB 30 days $3.72 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
aloSIM 1 GB 7 days $4.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Ubigi 3 GB 30 days $7.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
aloSIM 2 GB 15 days $7.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo 3 GB 3 days $8.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo 3 GB 7 days $9.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
aloSIM 3 GB 30 days $9.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Yesim 3 GB 30 days $11.16 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo 5 GB 7 days $13.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Ubigi 10 GB 7 days $13.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo 5 GB 15 days $13.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo 5 GB 30 days $14.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
aloSIM 5 GB 30 days $14.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Ubigi 10 GB 30 days $15.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Yesim 5 GB 30 days $18.60 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Holafly Unlimited 3 days $19.90 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
aloSIM Unlimited 3 days $20.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo 10 GB 7 days $22.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo 10 GB 15 days $23.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo 10 GB 30 days $24.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
aloSIM 10 GB 30 days $24.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Ubigi Unlimited 7 days $24.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Ubigi 25 GB 30 days $25.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Holafly Unlimited 5 days $30.90 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo Unlimited 5 days $31.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
aloSIM Unlimited 5 days $31.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo 20 GB 15 days $36.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
aloSIM 20 GB 30 days $37.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Yesim 10 GB 30 days $37.20 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo 20 GB 30 days $38.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo Unlimited 7 days $39.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Holafly Unlimited 7 days $39.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
aloSIM Unlimited 7 days $39.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo Unlimited 10 days $46.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
aloSIM Unlimited 10 days $46.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Ubigi Unlimited 15 days $46.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Holafly Unlimited 10 days $46.90 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Ubigi 50 GB 30 days $49.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
aloSIM Unlimited 15 days $60.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo Unlimited 15 days $62.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Holafly Unlimited 15 days $63.50 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Ubigi Unlimited 30 days $68.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Airalo Unlimited 30 days $99.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
aloSIM Unlimited 30 days $99.00 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Yesim 30 GB 30 days $111.60 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal
Holafly Unlimited 30 days $111.90 ✅ Airtel, Jio View deal

Why use an eSIM in India?

Using an eSIM is the easiest way to get mobile data when you land. Avoid expensive roaming charges and the hassle of finding a local SIM card. Simply buy online, scan a QR code, and you're connected.

How we picked the best plans

We analyze plans based on price per GB, network quality, and hotspot capabilities. Our calculator above helps you find the plan that matches your exact travel dates and data needs, ensuring you don't overpay for data you won't use.

India eSIM FAQ

What is the cheapest eSIM for India?

Right now the cheapest plan we track is Ubigi at $3.50 for 1GB over 7 days.

Are there unlimited data eSIMs for India?

Yes. Holafly ($19.90 / 3 days), aloSIM ($20.50 / 3 days), Ubigi ($24.00 / 7 days), Holafly ($30.90 / 5 days), Airalo ($31.50 / 5 days), aloSIM ($31.50 / 5 days), Airalo ($39.50 / 7 days), Holafly ($39.50 / 7 days), aloSIM ($39.50 / 7 days), Airalo ($46.00 / 10 days), aloSIM ($46.00 / 10 days), Ubigi ($46.00 / 15 days), Holafly ($46.90 / 10 days), aloSIM ($60.00 / 15 days), Airalo ($62.00 / 15 days), Holafly ($63.50 / 15 days), Ubigi ($68.00 / 30 days), Airalo ($99.00 / 30 days), aloSIM ($99.00 / 30 days), Holafly ($111.90 / 30 days) offer unlimited plans here. Check the fair-use policy: speeds are often reduced after a daily high-speed allowance.

Can I share my eSIM data via hotspot in India?

48 of the 48 plans we track allow hotspot sharing, including Yesim and Ubigi and aloSIM and Airalo and Holafly.

Which networks will my eSIM use in India?

The plans we track connect to Airtel, Jio.

Where will I lose signal in India?

Jio and Airtel between them cover an enormous amount of the country, and data is famously cheap. Coverage is strong in cities and along the main corridors, and weakens in the Himalayan north, parts of the northeast, and desert Rajasthan away from the towns.

How much data do I need for India?

Moderate. Maps and ride-hailing dominate.