City in Rajasthan, India
Internet in Jaipur: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Jaipur?
Median fixed broadband in India is 64 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Most guesthouses and cafés have usable wifi; speeds drop in old-city havelis. Mobile 5G is a decent backup.
Getting online in Jaipur
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from Airtel, Jio and ACT in most areas; 100–300 Mbps costs about 600–1,000 INR a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Most guesthouses and cafés have usable wifi; speeds drop in old-city havelis. Mobile 5G is a decent 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 in Jaipur
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
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 Jaipur?
Median fixed broadband in India is 64 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Most guesthouses and cafés have usable wifi; speeds drop in old-city havelis. Mobile 5G is a decent backup.
Which SIM card should I get in Jaipur?
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.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: India
- Jio
- Airtel
- Vi
- Rajasthan Tourism
- Jaipur Metro Rail Corporation
- Jaipur Airport (Airports Authority of 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 Spotted something out of date?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.