Who is the real owner of BSNL?
Daniel Santos
Updated on January 08, 2026
Government of India
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited
| BSNL Headquarters, New Delhi, India | |
|---|---|
| Total equity | ₹59,142 crore (US$8.3 billion) (2020) |
| Owner | Government of India (100%) |
| Number of employees | 69,824 (2020) |
| Parent | Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications , Government of India |
Which country does BSNL belong to?
India
The company provides telecom services throughout the country excluding Delhi & Mumbai. BSNL is a 100% Govt. of India owned Public Sector Undertaking with an authorized share capital of Rs. 17,500 crores and paid up capital of Rs.
When was BSNL established?
September 15, 2000
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited/Founded
Is BSNL Government selling?
BSNL will not be sold, govt says BSNL 4G coverage to be completed in 2 years – Technology News.
Will BSNL get 5G?
While India is preparing for the launch of 5G services either later this year or in early 2022, BSNL is yet to roll out 4G. BSNL invited expressions of interest (EoIs) on 1 January for prior registration or proof of concept from Indian telecom equipment manufacturers to participate in its upcoming 4G tender, he added.
When BSNL 4G will come?
BSNL, in January 2021, started providing 4G service in Bilaspur and Korba cities of Chhattisgarh. It is also giving free 4G SIM cards to users as a promotional offer. The free 4G SIM card scheme started with telecom circles in Tamil Nadu and Kerala and the offer is valid till 31st March 2021.
Is BSNL getting Privatised?
BSNL Won’t be Privatised Says Government, to Launch 4G in 2 Years.
How can I buy BSNL 4G SIM?
New SIM users, as well as MNP port-in customers, can avail a free 4G sim offer. However, it will be only applicable to customers availing a first recharge coupon (FRC) above Rs 100. BSNL users can avail of the SIM from Customer Service Center or from their nearest BSNL retailer shop.
Who is the parent company of BSNL Mobile?
For the parent organization, see Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited. BSNL Mobile (formerly CellOne) is an Indian mobile network operator, operated by the public enterprise BSNL. It provides both pre-paid and post-paid mobile services as well as many value added services.
How many BSNL Mobile customers are there in India?
It has over 120.42 million customers across India. BSNL Mobile offers prepaid, postpaid services and value-added services such as Free Phone Service (FPH), India Telephone Card (Prepaid card), Account Card Calling (ACC), Virtual Private Network (VPN), Tele-voting, Premium Rate Service (PRM).
When did BSNL shut down the telegraph service in India?
It continued the telegraph services in India until it shut down telegraph services completely on 15 July 2013. After providing it for 160 years, BSNL discontinued its telegraph service on 15 July 2013.
Which is the post of SDO in BSNL?
SDO means Sub divisional officer. The new nomenclature is Sub Divisional Engineer/ SDE. In BSNL, officers are recruited at the post of Junior Telecom Officer/JTO. After 5 years, JTO is promoted to post of SDE. Actually it may take more than 8 years.
