MTNL Broadband: Switching to Xpress Combo Unlimited Plans?

[Shah Jahan]

In the Xpress Combo plans, do we have to pay extra for the landline? On MTNL site is says "Landline outgoing call charges: Rs. 1/- per pulse (as per Landline 250 plan)". So will they charge Rs.250 extra every month as telephone rent?! I don't wish to use the phone (No incoming or outgoing), just the internet.

 

[socrates]

If you take a combo plan then there is no phone rent. The sentence ‘Landline outgoing call charges: Rs. 1/- per pulse (as per Landline 250 plan)’ refers to the definition of the ‘pulse’ which for plan 250 is
Local Call Pulse Rate
To MTNL Mumbai N/W is 180 Sec
To Other Landline operator is 180 Sec
To Other Mobile operator is 90 Sec
Source: Landline Tariffs
Of course taxes are extra. If you are an existing customer then call 1500 & ask to change to the plan of your choice. If you are new to MTNL & are applying for a new connection then its better you enquire with them if they have something which suits your requirements. From what I see on their site currently you might have to apply for plan 150 (incoming only).


From what your siggy says you are a 'King'. What the heck you should be able to afford any plan. :thumbup::applause::rofl:

 

[Shah Jahan]

Thanks for your reply.

From what I see on their site currently you might have to apply for plan 150 (incoming only).
But then I'd have to pay extra Rs. 150 per month?! And possibly with taxes?! Or do I have to take it just once, and then from next month, disconnect the phone scheme and use just the net?

 

[socrates]

Thanks for your reply.


But then I'd have to pay extra Rs. 150 per month?! And possibly with taxes?! Or do I have to take it just once, and then from next month, disconnect the phone scheme and use just the net?

From your question I presume you do not currently have a MTNL connection in that case there are other forms to fill, the cost of installation/depossit will be there (check here) But if you opt for a combo pack there is no rent on your landline. But if you go to the exchange please enquire for the latest info.

 

[Shah Jahan]

Alright, thanks again for the info. Last time (almost an year back) I asked them and they told me to first get a telephone connection and then pay another Rs.250 as rent every month. Hence I didn't take it. Hopefully it will be rent free this time or if I have to pay just for once Rs. 150 for incoming connection, then too I will take it. But if I have to pay EVERY month a phone rent (which I'd never use) then I'll look elsewhere!Yeah, I am the king, but I don't wish to unnecessarily waste my people's 'lagaan'!

 

[kreacher10]

:iomg: The King who sold his Ferrari :rofl: oops just could not help it. There used to be some special offers for new connections some months ago. I remember getting some newsletters from MTNL about it but never bothered to keep it as I already a subscriber. So no harm in checking out that option too.

 

[Shah Jahan]

Perhaps you mean The MONK Who Sold His Ferrari?!

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OK, will check with the uncle/aunties at MTNL.

 

[pinipini3]

BSNL Broadband complete bill details BBG FN Combo 500 plan BSNL Broadband bill usage May 2012

 

[mail.abhishek]

hey guys... i jus wanted to clear one thing... what is umts and hsdpa?? i wanted to buy a datacard so that i can use mtnl 3g sim in it...!! so is it necessary to buy a umts datacard or hsdpa card???

 

[sa_kiran]

MTNL has updated data limits and speeds after the limits for combo plans, enjoy.
MTNL Mumbai - Xpress Broadband Unlimited Plan | Internet Tariff Mumbai