Hi folks,
So I was planning to change to BSNL from ACT as my long term ACT plan expired last month.
I visited the local exchange to get information. Seems they have outsourced it to a third party agency.
Note this is in Bangalore.
The third party guy was available at the exchange. Talked to him.
Here are some points after discussing with him:
1] He had no idea about whether the new plans are available in Bangalore circle. Is anyone aware here? Has some one successfully shifted to new plans in Bangalore?
2] What is this valid till Dec and Jan detail in plans. Are these plans promotional? Does it mean the plan revert to some other plans after Dec 2020 or Jan 2021?
3] The third party reseller guy said he will provide an
Alphion ONT. HE said the
ONT cost is Rs 3000. Can I buy cheaper outside. I guess both Airtel and Jio provide it for free. I also found out that there is a rental plan available at Rs90 per month. I guess that should work out cheaper.
4] I checked with him if Bridge mode is supported as I had bought a new
router recently and did not want that to go waste. HE was unaware. Does anyone here have the same ONT in bridge mode connected to their personal router?
5] So the initial buy in cost to change into BSNL would be:
If I buy ONT:
a] ONT: Rs 3000
b] Installation Charges: Rs 250
c] 1 Month security deposit: Rs 799
d] First month: 799 + GST 144: Rs 943
TOTAL: Rs 4992
If I rent ONT:
a] ONT Rent: 90 + GST 16: Rs 106
b] ONT Installation Deposit: Rs 500 + Installation Rs 250 : 750
c] 1 Month security deposit: Rs 799
d] First month: 799 + GST 144: Rs 943
TOTAL: Rs 2848
Given the high initial costs switch to BSNL will be costlier than to JIO / Airtel since they are providing most of the installation free for 3 months plus plans. Unfortunately both are not available in our area
PS: Any suggestions for ONT from open market?