How To Know BSNL Number: Detailed Guidelines And FAQs

Dhir Acharya


How to know BSNL number: Step-by-step instruction to know your own BSNL mobile number along with extra guidelines for other requests.

We need phone numbers to be able to keep contact with other people. But as simple as it may seem, not everyone remembers their own phone number, especially when they have just got a new SIM card. In that case, you can note the number down somewhere you can easily get when you need it, though that’s not necessary because there are other simple ways. And if you have a BSNL phone number, in this article, we will show you how to know BSNL number.

How to know BSNL number: Detailed Guidelines And FAQs

How to know BSNL number: Check codes

There are a few codes you should remember, which could help you when you forget your own number or need help with other problems.

The code for checking your BSNL number is *222#.

The code for BSNL customer care and complaints is 1503 (BSNL numbers).

The code for BSNL customer care and complaints is 1800-180-1503 (other network numbers).

How to know BSNL number: Step-by-step instruction

There are two ways of knowing your own BSNL number.

The first way is by using the check codes:

  • Step 1: From your BSNL number, call *222#.
  • Step 2: You will receive an SMS message showing your registered number.

The second way is by using the BSNL App:

  • Step 1: Make sure you have installed the BSNL app, you can download it from the Google Play Store or the App Store.
  • Step 2: Open the app then log into your account.
  • Step 3: From the home screen, you will see your BSNL number.

The first way is easier because you don’t need to install anything or an internet connection. However, if you have got the app available on your phone, the second way would be faster and you can also check other information in the app. So, that’s how know BSNL number instruction for you.

How to know BSNL number: Use the My BSNL app

Now, there are a few more things I’d like to include in this article in case you need help with other frequently asked questions. I hope this will help.

How to check BSNL net balance

You can check the net balance of your BSNL number either through text message or USSD codes.

How to check BSNL net balance via text message: from your BSNL mobile number, send “BAL” to 123.

How to check BSNL net balance via USSD codes: form your BSNL mobile number, dial *123#.

How to check BSNL mobile number details

Apart from the balance check, you can check other details of your BSNL prepaid number using a set of different codes.

To check net balance/3G data balance, dial *123*5#.

To check 2G data balance, dial *123*8#.

To check night data balance, dial *123*1# or *125# or *123*5#.

To check SMS balance, dial *123*2#.

To check national SMS balance, dial *234#.

How to know BSNL number: Dial different USSD codes for different info

How to check BSNL plan

The USSD codes above are all for checking your prepaid plan, but you can also check through the BSNL app.

  • Step 1: Open the app.
  • Step 2: Tap on Prepaid Info.
  • Step 3: Tap on the prepaid number or add your number by tapping on the “+” icon.
  • Step 4: Type in the OTP sent to you.
  • Step 5: Tap on the number you want.
  • Step 6: View the details on the display, including plan name, expiry date, balance, last recharge, GP1, GP2.

How to check BSNL SIM validity

Just like checking other details, you can check validity using USSD codes or the BSNL app.

From your BSNL mobile number, dial *124# and you will receive a message showing the details of your subscription including validity.

Otherwise, you can easily see the validity information in the BSNL app.

If you are looking for how to check BSNL recharge, you should find it in the previous sections, I’ve covered pretty much everything.

How to know BSNL number: Full list of USSD codes

BSNL USSD Code full list

Finally, here’s the list of BSNL USSD codes for you.

Function USSD Code
Main menu check *124#
Balance and validity check *123#
Net balance check #124*
Recharge with 18-digit coupon card *124*2#
Main talktime balance and validity check *124*1#
Last call detail check *124*3#
Current tariff plan check *124*4#
STV detail check *124#, proceed to 5
FNF detail check *124#, proceed to 6
STV info *124#, proceed to 7
Credit talktime loan *518#
BSNL mobile number check *222# or *888# or *1# or *555# or *785#
Balance transfer *567*99# or *543*99#
VAS pack activation *543#
VAS services deactivation "STOP" to 155223
Customer care 1503 or 1800-180-1503

Overall, in this article, I provided you with step-by-step instructions to know your own BSNL mobile number. So now, you know how to know BSNL number, right? Also, I tried to answer some other frequently asked questions for checking other types of information related to your BSNL number and account. If you need other instructions, let us know.

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