City in Maharashtra, India
Internet in Pune: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Pune?
Median fixed broadband in India is 64 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés in Koregaon Park and Baner have good wifi; coworking spaces have fast fibre and backup power.
Getting online in Pune
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from Airtel, Jio and ACT in nearly all apartments; 100–500 Mbps for about 600–1,200 INR a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Cafés in Koregaon Park and Baner have good wifi; coworking spaces have fast fibre and backup power. |
| 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 | ₹350–600 ($3.6–6.2) |
| 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 Pune
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| WeWork India | Koregaon Park, Kalyani Nagar and Baner | — |
| Awfis | Several locations across Pune | — |
| 91springboard | Baner, Kalyani Nagar | — |
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 Pune?
Median fixed broadband in India is 64 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés in Koregaon Park and Baner have good wifi; coworking spaces have fast fibre and backup power.
Which SIM card should I get in Pune?
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 Pune?
Yes: WeWork India, Awfis, 91springboard.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: India
- Jio
- Airtel
- Vi
- Pune Metro Rail
- Ruby Hall Clinic
- Airports Authority of India
- Osho International Meditation Resort
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.