Call forwarding is a handy feature that lets you redirect incoming calls to another phone number. This can be useful in many situations, such as when your phone battery is low, you’re in an area with poor signal, or you’re simply too busy to answer calls on your primary number. In this article, we’ll explain how to set up call forwarding on India’s major mobile networks: Jio, Airtel, Vi (Vodafone Idea), and BSNL.

What is Call Forwarding?

Call forwarding allows you to send incoming calls to a different phone number. When someone calls your number, the call is automatically redirected to the number you’ve chosen. This feature can be set up for various scenarios:

  • Forwarding all calls
  • Forwarding calls when you’re busy
  • Forwarding calls when you don’t answer
  • Forwarding calls when your phone is unreachable

Setting Up Call Forwarding on Jio

Jio offers easy-to-use codes for setting up call forwarding. Here’s how to do it:

Forwarding All Calls on Jio

  1. Open your phone’s dialer app
  2. Type *401* followed by the 10-digit number you want to forward calls to
  3. Press the call button
  4. Wait for a confirmation message

For example, if you want to forward all calls to 9876543210, you would dial *401*9876543210 and then press call.

Forwarding Calls When You’re Busy (Jio)

  1. Open your phone’s dialer
  2. Type *405* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for confirmation

Forwarding Unanswered Calls on Jio

  1. Open your dialer
  2. Type *403* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for confirmation

Forwarding Calls When Your Phone is Unreachable (Jio)

  1. Open your dialer
  2. Type *409* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for confirmation

Setting Up Call Forwarding on Airtel

Airtel uses slightly different codes for call forwarding. Here’s how to set it up:

Forwarding All Calls on Airtel

  1. Open your phone’s dialer
  2. Type **21* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number and then #
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for a confirmation message

For example, to forward all calls to 9876543210, you would dial **21*9876543210# and then press call.

Forwarding Calls When You’re Busy (Airtel)

  1. Open your dialer
  2. Type **67* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number and then #
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for confirmation

Forwarding Unanswered Calls on Airtel

  1. Open your dialer
  2. Type **61* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number
  3. Add * followed by the number of seconds to wait before forwarding (in multiples of 5)
  4. Add # at the end
  5. Press call
  6. Wait for confirmation

For example, to forward calls to 9876543210 after 15 seconds of ringing, you would dial **61*9876543210*15#

Forwarding Calls When Your Phone is Unreachable (Airtel)

  1. Open your dialer
  2. Type **62* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number and then #
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for confirmation

Setting Up Call Forwarding on Vi (Vodafone Idea)

Vi uses codes similar to Airtel for call forwarding. Here’s how to set it up:

Forwarding All Calls on Vi

  1. Open your phone’s dialer
  2. Type **21* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for a confirmation message

Forwarding Calls When You’re Busy (Vi)

  1. Open your dialer
  2. Type **67* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for confirmation

Forwarding Unanswered Calls on Vi

  1. Open your dialer
  2. Type **61* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for confirmation

Forwarding Calls When Your Phone is Unreachable (Vi)

  1. Open your dialer
  2. Type **62* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for confirmation

Setting Up Call Forwarding on BSNL

BSNL uses codes similar to Airtel and Vi, but with a slight difference. Here’s how to set it up:

Forwarding All Calls on BSNL

  1. Open your phone’s dialer
  2. Type **21** followed by the 10-digit forwarding number and then #
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for a confirmation message

For example, to forward all calls to 9876543210, you would dial **21**9876543210# and then press call.

Forwarding Calls When You’re Busy (BSNL)

  1. Open your dialer
  2. Type **67* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number and then #
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for confirmation

Forwarding Unanswered Calls on BSNL

  1. Open your dialer
  2. Type **61* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number and then #
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for confirmation

Forwarding Calls When Your Phone is Unreachable (BSNL)

  1. Open your dialer
  2. Type **62* followed by the 10-digit forwarding number and then #
  3. Press call
  4. Wait for confirmation

Turning Off Call Forwarding

Just as you can turn on call forwarding, you can also turn it off when you no longer need it. Here’s how to do it for each network:

Turning Off Call Forwarding on Jio

  • To stop forwarding all calls: Dial *402
  • To stop forwarding when busy: Dial *406
  • To stop forwarding unanswered calls: Dial *404
  • To stop forwarding when unreachable: Dial *410

After dialing the code, press the call button and wait for confirmation.

Turning Off Call Forwarding on Airtel

  • To stop forwarding all calls: Dial ##21#
  • To stop forwarding when busy: Dial ##67#
  • To stop forwarding unanswered calls: Dial ##61#
  • To stop forwarding when unreachable: Dial ##62#

After dialing the code, press the call button and wait for confirmation.

Turning Off Call Forwarding on Vi

  • To stop all types of call forwarding: Dial ##002#
  • To stop forwarding when busy: Dial ##67#
  • To stop forwarding unanswered calls: Dial ##61#
  • To stop forwarding when unreachable: Dial ##62#

After dialing the code, press the call button and wait for confirmation.

Turning Off Call Forwarding on BSNL

  • To stop forwarding all calls: Dial ##21#
  • To stop forwarding when busy: Dial ##67#
  • To stop forwarding unanswered calls: Dial ##61#
  • To stop forwarding when unreachable: Dial ##62#

After dialing the code, press the call button and wait for confirmation.

Setting Up Call Forwarding Without Codes

If you find it hard to remember these codes, you can also set up call forwarding through your phone’s settings. Here’s a general guide:

  1. Open your phone’s Settings app
  2. Look for “Call settings” or “Call”
  3. Find “Call forwarding” or “Voice call forwarding”
  4. Choose the type of forwarding you want (all calls, when busy, when unanswered, or when unreachable)
  5. Enter the number you want to forward calls to
  6. Save your settings

Remember, the exact steps might be different depending on your phone model and Android version.

Things to Keep in Mind

  • Call forwarding might not work between all networks. For example, Jio doesn’t allow forwarding to BSNL numbers.
  • Call forwarding only works for voice calls, not for text messages.
  • Some networks might charge you for using call forwarding. Check with your service provider for details.
  • If you’re having trouble setting up call forwarding, you can always call your network’s customer service for help.

When to Use Call Forwarding

Call forwarding can be helpful in many situations:

  1. When your phone battery is low and you’re expecting an important call
  2. When you’re in an area with poor network coverage
  3. When you’re busy and want calls to go to someone else, like a colleague or family member
  4. When you’re on vacation and want calls to go to your temporary number
  5. When you’re switching between work and personal phones

Conclusion

Call forwarding is a useful feature that can help you manage your calls more effectively. Whether you’re using Jio, Airtel, Vi, or BSNL, setting up call forwarding is a straightforward process. Just remember the right code for your network and the type of forwarding you want to set up. And don’t forget to turn off call forwarding when you no longer need it!

By using call forwarding, you can make sure you never miss an important call, even when you can’t answer your primary phone. It’s a simple way to stay connected in our busy, mobile world.

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