Reliance Jio has announced it has surpassed the 500 million user mark, an achievement that coincides with the company’s 9th anniversary on September 5. This milestone establishes Jio as the world’s largest mobile data network. According to the company, its user base now exceeds the combined populations of the United States, the United Kingdom, and France.
To commemorate its ninth anniversary, Jio has introduced several special offers for its customers.
Anniversary Offers
- One month of unlimited data for users subscribed to a plan priced Rs 349 onwards, starting September 5th to October 5th (Currently, unlimited 5G data is only available to users with 5G smartphones on plans of Rs 349 or higher.)
- From 5th to 7th September, Jio will offer unlimited free data on weekends. Available for all 5G smartphone users, irrespective of their plan cost. For 4G users, unlimited data will be capped at 3GB of high-speed usage for a cost of Rs 39.
- Special ₹349 “Celebration Plan” includes additional data benefits and subscription vouchers valued at ₹3,000 from platforms such as JioHotstar, JioSaavn Pro, Zomato, Netmeds, Reliance Digital, AJIO, and EaseMyTrip.
- Customers who complete 12 consecutive recharges of Celebration Plan will receive the 13th month of service for free.
- Home broadband customers get two-month JioHome connection for ₹1,200. Includes access to over 1,000 TV channels, unlimited data, and more than 12 OTT services. Amazon Prime Lite and digital gold rewards are also part of the offer.
Future Plans
Looking ahead, the company has stated that it will introduce new services throughout the year as part of its anniversary celebrations, reinforcing its goal of providing widespread, affordable, and high-quality connectivity across India.
Jio’s Chairman and Managing Director, Mukesh Ambani, has also indicated that the company plans to expand its operations beyond India.
Speaking about the achievement, Akash Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited said:
On Jio’s 9th anniversary, I feel truly humbled that more than 500 million Indians have placed their trust in us. Reaching this scale within a single nation is a reflection of how deeply Jio has become a part of everyday life, and it shows the incredible power of connectivity in shaping a vibrant digital society.
I want to personally thank every single Jio user for making this milestone possible. Your trust and support inspire us every day. As we look ahead, we will continue this journey with even greater resolve – bringing the best technology into the hands of hundreds of millions of Indians, making it accessible, meaningful, and transformative. Together, we will realise the vision of a truly digital India.