Jio has introduced a new recharge plan with a free Hotstar subscription for three months. Following the JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar merger, Reliance Jio has quietly removed the basic JioCinema benefits from its recharge plans. However, on Sunday, the company launched a new plan that could be a game-changer for both Jio and IPL fans. Reliance Jio’s latest data-only recharge plan offers a 90-day Jio Hotstar subscription along with 5GB of data for just ₹100.
By availing of this plan, Reliance Jio users can watch ad-supported content for free without having to subscribe to the streaming service’s monthly or yearly plan. This plan is currently listed on Jio.com with a validity of 90 days.
Comparison Between Jio’s Rs 149 Plan And Rs 100 Plan
Jio’s regular Rs 149 plan limits access to mobile phones. Jio’s Rs 149 plan is a prepaid plan that offers 20 days of validity and 1 GB of data per day. It also includes unlimited voice calls and 100 SMS per day. 20 GB of high-speed data. You will be able to stream JioTV, JioCloud, and JioCinema with unlimited voice calls.
Though the ₹100 plan which is a data-only pack, enables users to stream web series, movies, and live sports—including the upcoming IPL 2025—on both smartphones and smart TVs at up to 1080p resolution. The Rs. 100 prepaid recharge plan for mobile users offers a complimentary ad-supported subscription to JioHotstar for a period of 90 days. In contrast, Jio Hotstar’s standalone Super plan costs ₹299, making this a cost-effective option, especially for those without an existing Jio Hotstar subscription. Customers will receive a total of 5GB of high-speed internet. Once the data limit is exhausted, the speed will be reduced to 64kbps, as per the telecom operator. However, the free JioHotstar subscription will continue to work seamlessly on both mobile and smart TVs.
In comparison, an equivalent standalone recharge plan for Jio Hotstar’s Super plan costs Rs 299, making this a value-for-money recharge plan, especially for those who do not have a Jio Hotstar subscription.
For those who need extra data, Jio has additional plans to choose from:
- ₹195 Cricket Data Pack – Offers 15GB of high-speed data.
₹949 Plan – Includes unlimited voice calls, 2GB of daily data, and 100 SMS per day for 90 days.
A Budget-Friendly Option For IPL Streaming
This plan makes IPL streaming more affordable by bundling JioHotstar access at a lower price than the standard ₹149 per month subscription. It’s a cost-effective way for users to enjoy live sports, movies, and web series without breaking the bank.
