PUK (PIN Unlocking Key) is an unique number for every mobile SIM card , set by every mobile network to protect the privacy, security of their costumers in case of any misuse.
When the PIN code is entered three times wrongly, then entering PIN code will be locked and the phone software will request to enter the PUK code.
The default pin code for most SIM card is 1234
When you entered the PUK code also wrongly for 10 times, then you have to take your Phone to the customer care center to unlock and recover it.
So, better stop entering wrong PIN code to avoid requesting PUK code.
Some networks allow you to retrieve PUK through SMS or Online, and this works mostly when your SIM is in active status. Because they will send an OTP to very your mobile number.
And do not believe any software that generate PUK code online or offline. You need to get them in original website of your mobile network provider. Otherwise you should contact your network Provider to get the PUK code.
Choose your country , mobile network to see the PUK number retrieval procedure.
Expand your mobile network to know the easiest procedure.
If you want to know PUK for your working SIM card, then send an sms PUK to 121
Within a second you will get your PUK number code for free.
If your SIM is already locked, SMS method will not work. Try the following method.
The best method is to call 198 from other Aircel number, speak with customer care and get the PUK code. If you are calling from another network or landline, then REFER HERE
If your mobile number is not already locked, then try the following Procedure to know your default PUK code and unblock your active SIM card without speaking to customer care.
Step 1 : Go to www.aircel.com
Step 2: Click the My account option in the website.
You can see this option in the top line of the webpage near the states drop down list.
Step 3: Now enter your 10 digit mobile number as the Login ID.
Click Submit. New Page Appears. Now Press Generate OTP Button
Step 4: Now a ONE time password will be sent to your mobile phone. Enter the OTP in the website and click login. (Use android smart phone to view OTP without opening the SMS box in the notification area). <-- For already locked phone..
Step 5:Now you will see a list of options like Balance & Validity, Recharge,Pocket internet GPRS settings and PUK code.Click on PUK code option
Your PUK code will be displayed immediately.Note it and enter in your mobile phone to unlock the Aircel SIM card.
Unfortunately Airtel do not provide online option to find the PUK code for locked SIM card.
So if you enter your PIN code wrongly for three times , it will ask for PUK code. 10 incorrect attempts of PUK code number will result in permanent blocking of your SIM card.
Once your SIM card is locked, immediately call to 121 which is a toll free number.
Your customer care executive will ask for the number written in your SIM card and your address. Provide those details and note the PUK code .
This PUK code is not like OTP. It is same for your number. So you can note it and use it for future issues. For more details , visit Airtel PUK code Article
>Tata Docomo
>Reliance
>Uninor
>BSNL
>Vodafone
>Idea
Now your phone will be unlocked and you can use it
normally
Now your phone will be unlocked and you can use it
normally
Now your phone will be unlocked and you can use it
normally
Now your phone will be unlocked and you can use it
normally.
When the PIN code is entered three times wrongly, then entering PIN code will be locked and the phone software will request to enter the PUK code.
The default pin code for most SIM card is 1234
When you entered the PUK code also wrongly for 10 times, then you have to take your Phone to the customer care center to unlock and recover it.
So, better stop entering wrong PIN code to avoid requesting PUK code.
Some networks allow you to retrieve PUK through SMS or Online, and this works mostly when your SIM is in active status. Because they will send an OTP to very your mobile number.
And do not believe any software that generate PUK code online or offline. You need to get them in original website of your mobile network provider. Otherwise you should contact your network Provider to get the PUK code.
Choose your country , mobile network to see the PUK number retrieval procedure.
India
Expand your mobile network to know the easiest procedure.
>Aircel (PostPaid & Prepaid)
If you want to know PUK for your working SIM card, then send an sms PUK to 121
Within a second you will get your PUK number code for free.
If your SIM is already locked, SMS method will not work. Try the following method.
The best method is to call 198 from other Aircel number, speak with customer care and get the PUK code. If you are calling from another network or landline, then REFER HERE
If your mobile number is not already locked, then try the following Procedure to know your default PUK code and unblock your active SIM card without speaking to customer care.
Step 1 : Go to www.aircel.com
Step 2: Click the My account option in the website.
You can see this option in the top line of the webpage near the states drop down list.
Step 3: Now enter your 10 digit mobile number as the Login ID.
Click Submit. New Page Appears. Now Press Generate OTP Button
Step 4: Now a ONE time password will be sent to your mobile phone. Enter the OTP in the website and click login. (Use android smart phone to view OTP without opening the SMS box in the notification area). <-- For already locked phone..
Step 5:Now you will see a list of options like Balance & Validity, Recharge,Pocket internet GPRS settings and PUK code.Click on PUK code option
Your PUK code will be displayed immediately.Note it and enter in your mobile phone to unlock the Aircel SIM card.
>Airtel (Postpaid & Prepaid)
Unfortunately Airtel do not provide online option to find the PUK code for locked SIM card.
So if you enter your PIN code wrongly for three times , it will ask for PUK code. 10 incorrect attempts of PUK code number will result in permanent blocking of your SIM card.
Once your SIM card is locked, immediately call to 121 which is a toll free number.
Your customer care executive will ask for the number written in your SIM card and your address. Provide those details and note the PUK code .
This PUK code is not like OTP. It is same for your number. So you can note it and use it for future issues. For more details , visit Airtel PUK code Article
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>Reliance
>Uninor
>BSNL
>Vodafone
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Srilanka
Dialog, Mobitel,
Etisalat, Hutch, Airtel are the leading
mobile network providers in Srilanka. The SIM cards provided by these networks
are equipped with a PIN number to ensure security of the customers.
Expand your mobile network to see how to retrieve your PUK
>>Dialog
By default
the PIN number for all Dialog SIM cards will be 531531 . But now if it is locked , then you
have to reset.
In a piece of paper, note down your SIM number printed on
the SIM card.
If you are calling from another Dialog mobile, then call 1777 and choose the option to unlock PUK or
speak with customer care.
If you are calling from landline ,other network or from
other country then call +94 777 676 576
Note the PUK code provided and enter it in the locked phone.
Reset your PIN number with new one.
>>MobiTel
In a piece of paper, note down your SIM number printed on
the SIM card.
If you are calling from another M1 mobile, then call 1717 and choose the option to unlock PUK or speak
with customer care.
If you are calling from landline ,other network or from
other country then call +94 712755777
Note the PUK code provided and enter it in the locked phone.
Reset your PIN number with new one.
Now your phone will be unlocked and you can use it normally.
>>Etisalat
In a piece of paper, note down your SIM number printed on
the SIM card.
If you are calling from another Etisalat mobile, then call 123 or 1727 and choose the option to unlock PUK or speak
with customer care.
If you are calling from landline ,other network or from
other country then call +94 72 212 3123
Note the PUK code provided and enter it in the locked phone.
Reset your PIN number with new one.
>>Hutch
In a piece of paper, note down your SIM number printed on
the SIM card.
If you are calling from another Hutch mobile, then call 1788 and choose the option to unlock PUK or speak
with customer care.
If you are calling from landline ,other network or from
other country then call +94 785 785 785
Note the PUK code provided and enter it in the locked phone.
Reset your PIN number with new one.
>>Airtel
In a piece of paper, note down your SIM number printed on
the SIM card.
If you are calling from another Airtel mobile, then call 555 and choose the option
to unlock PUK or speak with customer care.
If you are calling from landline ,other network or from
other country then call +94 755 555 555
Note the PUK code provided and enter it in the locked phone.
Reset your PIN number with new one.
Now your phone will be unlocked and you can use it normally.
Singapore
This
article will help you to get the PUK code for your locked SIM card and reset
your PIN number to make your mobile phone work again.
SingTel, M1
(previously Mobileone) and Starhub are the leading mobile network providers in Singapore.
The SIM cards provided by these networks are equipped with a PIN number to
ensure security of the customers.
By default
the PIN number for all these mobile network SIM cards will be 1234
If you
enter the PIN code wrongly for three times, then the phone will be locked and
ask for PUK code. If you enter PUK code wrongly for 10 times, then the SIM will
be permanently blocked and you have to buy a new SIM .
So, In
order to retrieve your PUK code and reset the PIN number , follow the procedure
provided below for your network.
>>SingTel
In a piece of paper, note down your SIM number printed on
the SIM card.
If you are calling from another SIngTel mobile, then call 1688 and choose the option to unlock PUK or
speak with customer care.
If you are calling from landline ,other network or from
other country then call +65 6235 1688
Note the PUK code provided and enter it in the locked phone.
Reset your PIN number with new one.
>>M1 MobileOne
In a piece of paper, note down your SIM number printed on
the SIM card.
If you are calling from another M1 mobile, then call 1627 and choose the option to unlock PUK or speak
with customer care.
If you are calling from landline ,other network or from
other country then call +65 96801627
Note the PUK code provided and enter it in the locked phone.
Reset your PIN number with new one.
Now your phone will be unlocked and you can use it normally.
IF your SIM is already unlocked and if you want to know your
PUK , you can check here in their Online
account.
>>StarHub
In a piece of paper, note down your SIM number printed on
the SIM card.
If you are calling from another starhub mobile, then call 1633 and choose the option to unlock PUK or speak
with customer care.
If you are calling from landline ,other network or from
other country then call +65 6873 2828
Note the PUK code provided and enter it in the locked phone.
Reset your PIN number with new one.
Now your phone will be unlocked and you can use it normally.
If your SIM is already unlocked and if you want to know your
PUK , you can check here in their Online
account in official webpage..