New SIM card rules in India from August 24: What changes for users
India is tightening enforcement of its existing limits on mobile connections, with telecom operators required to prevent customers from obtaining new SIM cards after reaching the permitted ceiling from August 24, 2026. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is using its Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP) to help operators identify subscribers who have reached the limit across different…
India is implementing stricter SIM card regulations effective August 24, 2026, requiring telecom operators to prevent customers from obtaining new mobile connections once they reach the allowed limit. The Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP) will aid operators in identifying subscribers who have reached their maximum number of connections, which is nine for most of India, six in Jammu and Kashmir, Assam, and the North-Eastern states.
From August 24, customers will need to disclose all existing mobile numbers when applying for a new connection, including those from other operators or service areas. The government's Sanchar Saathi service allows users to check and report unauthorized connections, ensuring they are aware of and can manage their mobile numbers to comply with the new rules.
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