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- The new Jio initiative will allow you to complete self-KYC for new SIM card
- With the new Jio “iActivate” service, users can now activate their SIM/eSIM themselves using My Jio
The new Jio initiative will allow you to complete self-KYC for new SIM card registration. This is entirely different from the Jio SIM Home Delivery service, where Jio agents come to your location and perform your KYC to activate your new SIM. With the new Jio “iActivate” service, users can now activate their SIM/eSIM themselves using My Jio. The iActivate process involves users uploading a live photo or video along with supporting documents to activate a new SIM card through a self-KYC process.
Activate Jio SIM Using Jio IActivate
You first need to download and install My Jio on your devices. Once downloaded open the My Jio app and a new iActivate banner within the app will guide you through the activation and buying new eSim.
- Download and open the My Jio app.
- On the homepage, tap the iActivate banner.
- You’ll be directed to a page for purchasing a SIM card/eSIM.
- Choose between an eSIM or a physical SIM
- You will need an alternate mobile number.
- For eSIM you to enter your details, including your email ID, IMEI, and the EID of the smartphone.
- Select the ‘Jio iActivate’ option and proceed.
- For KYC, you need your Aadhaar and OTP.
It is important to note that with the iActivate service for eSIM, Jio will randomly assign the phone number. However, for physical SIM home delivery, users have the option to choose from the available numbers.
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Conclusion
This is a new initiative by Jio to allow you to purchase a new SIM with self-KYC and have it delivered to you after completing the process. For eSIMs, your SIM will be activated after you complete the KYC instantly from the comfort of your home without having to physically visit a nearby Jio store.
