India Temporary Phone Numbers
How to Receive SMS from India with SMSFAST
Log in to your account
If you don't have a SMSFAST account, click "Register" to create one. Otherwise, log in with your existing credentials.
Top up your balance
In the top right corner, click the "+" icon and select your preferred top-up method. Add the desired amount to your account.
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Select India and a service
From the left-hand menu, click "Select country" and then choose "India". Tick the desired service you want to activate.
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Purchase a number
Click "Buy" and wait a few seconds while your temporary number is activating to receive SMS codes.
| Service | Number | Country |
Microsoft | +91 856-0786-2785 | India |
Use a number
Copy the phone number from the "Number" menu. Return to the service website and confirm the account creation with the given number.
Left | Status | SMS Code | Actions | ||
| 19:48 | Received | 329013 | |||
Get OTP
Wait for the verification code you will receive in the "SMS code" menu. Paste it on the service page to finish the registration.
Why You Might Need a Temporary Phone Number in India (+91)
In India, a mobile number is far more than a communication tool — it’s the cornerstone of digital identity. From payments and shopping to government verification and travel, nearly every online and offline service depends on having an Indian mobile number. For Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), business travelers, and short-term visitors, a temporary or virtual Indian phone number (+91) is the most efficient way to integrate into the country’s mobile-first ecosystem.
It enables you to verify accounts, receive SMS one-time passwords (OTPs), and access essential services instantly — all without the hassle of purchasing and registering a physical SIM card.
Your Gateway to UPI and India’s Digital Economy
India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has transformed the nation’s economy, creating one of the world’s most seamless cashless payment systems. Apps like PhonePe, Google Pay (GPay), and Paytm make it easy to send and receive money instantly — but they all require a verified Indian mobile number linked to your bank account.
A virtual Indian number lets you receive SMS verification codes securely, so you can activate UPI and use it for everyday purchases, transfers, and bill payments. It also enables access to major e-commerce platforms like Flipkart and Amazon India, ride-sharing services such as Ola and Uber, and other online tools that depend on SMS-based authentication.
With a local number, you can connect seamlessly to India’s booming digital economy and participate in the same mobile services millions of residents use every day.
Navigate Aadhaar and Protect Your Privacy
Obtaining a physical SIM card in India often requires Aadhaar verification — a process that can be time-consuming or unavailable to non-residents. A temporary virtual number provides a simple, fast alternative for anyone needing short-term access.
It allows you to receive OTPs and verification codes for government portals, apps, and services without lengthy documentation or registration steps. Equally important, it acts as a privacy shield, helping you avoid the flood of spam calls and promotional messages common on local networks.
By keeping your primary number private, a disposable or virtual Indian phone number gives you control, flexibility, and security — essential for navigating one of the world’s most digitally active nations.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can use it for quick registrations, receiving SMS codes, testing services, or signing up on platforms without giving away your personal number.
Yes, it supports one-time passwords and SMS messages from different platforms, making it useful for logins and confirmations.
India numbers for activations are valid for 20 minutes. If you need it longer, you can rent it for 1 day up to 1 month.
Yes, it’s safe. It keeps your real number private and lowers the risk of spam or unwanted calls.
A regular number is linked to a SIM card and used long term, while a temp India number is short-term and disposable for quick tasks.
Yes, partly. You can subscribe to our Telegram Channel and get $0.25 as a gift. Since some India numbers cost about $0.20–$0.30, you can get one almost for free. Reliability depends on the service you use the number for — most common verifications work, but availability is often high.
It creates a privacy layer by letting you complete registrations or verifications without ever sharing your personal number.