Insert the Jio SIM into your phone
Turn on the phone and wait for network detection
Keep the SIM in the primary SIM slot
Ensure the phone is Jio-compatible and network unlocked
Complete Aadhaar-based or retailer-assisted eKYC if required
Wait for activation SMS on the Jio number
Make the first outgoing call or use mobile data after activation
Restart the phone if the network does not appear
Contact Jio customer care if activation is delayed beyond the expected time