Want to watch live TV for free? Here is how BSNL users can do it

HIGHLIGHTS

BSNL users can watch hundreds of live TV channels for free through the BSNL Selfcare app.

The service works on both Android and iOS devices with an active BSNL mobile plan.

Users can also access on-demand shows and movies without paying an extra subscription fee.

BSNL has rolled out a new free live TV service for its mobile users, giving them access to hundreds of channels without paying anything extra. The feature comes through the company’s revamped Selfcare app, now called BSNL Selfcare New, available on both Android and iOS. It’s known as BSNL Free Entertainment TV, and the service is powered by Tango TV, offering close to 500 live channels along with on-demand shows and movies. It was announced as part of BSNL’s Independence Day push this year, alongside new 4G sites and cheaper recharge plans. For BSNL customers looking for entertainment without a set-top box or a cable connection, this app brings television straight to the phone screen.

Things to know

Before I walk you through how you can watch free live TV on your mobile, here are some things you need to keep in mind:

You should have a BSNL SIM card with an active plan.
Make sure that you have the BSNL Selfcare New app and it is updated.
Ensure that your device is connected to the internet via Wi-Fi or mobile data.
You need not pay extra subscription fees for the live TV.
The free live TV is available on both Android and iOS devices.

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How to watch free live TV using the BSNL app

Now that you know all the prerequisites, make sure that you install the BSNL Selfcare (New) app from the Play Store or App Store. If it’s already downloaded, then make sure that it’s updated.

Open the new BSNL Selfcare app and sign up or log in using your BSNL mobile number. You’ll receive an OTP; enter it when prompted. Once inside the app, look for the Entertainment TV or Free TV section and tap it. This will open the channel list that is available to watch for free. Pick any channel you like and want to watch, and it will start playing right away.

Note: No extra registration or payment is required at any step to watch the live TV for free.

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Benefits of free live TV using the BSNL app

The biggest benefit is cost, as with this you get hundreds of channels at no added charge. In simple words, this can replace the need for a separate cable or DTH connection for many users.

Aside from that, you also save the hassle of installing multiple apps, since account management and entertainment sit in one place. The service works on any smartphone, so there is no dependence on a television set or a set-top box.

The BSNL users also have an option for on-demand content to watch shows and movies whenever they want, not just live broadcasts.

Bhaskar Sharma

Bhaskar is a Senior Copy Editor at Digit India who keeps a close watch on everything shaping the world of technology from smartphones and home appliances to AI, government tech initiatives, digital safety, and the latest industry developments. Whether it's breaking news, in-depth features, hands-on reviews, practical how-to guides, or exclusive scoops, he translates complex tech into stories that are easy to understand and worth reading. His work has been featured in iGeeksBlog, GuidingTech, and other leading publications. Before joining Digit India, he served as an assistant editor at TechBloat. A B.Tech graduate and full-time tech journalist, he is driven by just one goal, which is to help readers stay informed, stay secure, and stay ahead in an ever-changing digital world.