City in Karnataka, India
Internet in Bangalore: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Bangalore?
Median fixed broadband in India is 64 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Café wifi in Indiranagar and Koramangala is generally good; many places also have power sockets and remote-work friendly staff.
Getting online in Bangalore
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from ACT, Airtel and Jio is widely available; 100–500 Mbps costs about 700–1,200 INR a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Café wifi in Indiranagar and Koramangala is generally good; many places also have power sockets and remote-work friendly staff. |
| Outages | Occasional power cuts in outer areas; most flats and offices have backup. |
| Tourist SIM | Airtel kiosks in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru arrivals halls; passport, visa and photo needed. About ₹350–450 for 28 days with 1.5–2 GB a day. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Jio, Airtel, Vi |
| Monthly data plan | ₹300–500 ($3.1–5.2) |
| Blocked services | TikTok, WeChat and many other Chinese apps are banned since 2020; VPNs are legal. Regional mobile-internet shutdowns happen during unrest. |
Coworking spaces in Bangalore
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| WeWork India | Several sites incl. Indiranagar, Koramangala | — |
| Awfis | Many sites across Bengaluru | — |
| BHIVE Workspace | HSR Layout, Indiranagar and others | — |
| IndiQube | Many sites across Bengaluru | — |
Internet speeds in South Asia
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Nepal | 89 Mbps | — |
| Bangladesh | 71 Mbps | 39 Mbps |
| India | 64 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Sri Lanka | 37 Mbps | 59 Mbps |
| Pakistan | 18 Mbps | 32 Mbps |
| Afghanistan | 6 Mbps | 19 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Bangalore?
Median fixed broadband in India is 64 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Café wifi in Indiranagar and Koramangala is generally good; many places also have power sockets and remote-work friendly staff.
Which SIM card should I get in Bangalore?
Airtel kiosks in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru arrivals halls; passport, visa and photo needed. About ₹350–450 for 28 days with 1.5–2 GB a day.
Can I use an eSIM in India?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Bangalore?
Yes: WeWork India, Awfis, BHIVE Workspace, IndiQube.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: India
- Jio
- Airtel
- Vi
- Namma Metro (BMRCL)
- Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation
- Kempegowda International Airport
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.