Capital city, India
Internet in Delhi: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Delhi?
Median fixed broadband in India is 64 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi in cafés is usually fine for email; coworking spaces are more reliable. Mobile 5G from Jio and Airtel is a solid backup.
Getting online in Delhi
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from Jio, Airtel and ACT in most apartments; 100–300 Mbps costs about 700–1,000 INR a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Wifi in cafés is usually fine for email; coworking spaces are more reliable. Mobile 5G from Jio and Airtel is a solid backup. |
| Outages | Short power cuts in summer; most flats and offices have inverter 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 Delhi
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| WeWork India | Several sites incl. Connaught Place, Gurugram | — |
| Awfis | Many sites across Delhi NCR | — |
| 91springboard | Several Delhi NCR sites | — |
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 Delhi?
Median fixed broadband in India is 64 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi in cafés is usually fine for email; coworking spaces are more reliable. Mobile 5G from Jio and Airtel is a solid backup.
Which SIM card should I get in Delhi?
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 Delhi?
Yes: WeWork India, Awfis, 91springboard.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: India
- Jio
- Airtel
- Vi
- Delhi Metro Rail Corporation
- Delhi International Airport
- Incredible India
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.