Telecom Circle & SIM Operator Lookup
Locate the origin of any Indian mobile number. Search the telecom circle lookup database to identify operator series, state codes, and carrier ranges in India.
Indian Mobile Number Series & Circle Allocations
Every mobile number in India belongs to a specific telecom circle and service provider. For instance, a series beginning with 98712 might be registered in Delhi under Airtel, while another range belongs to Jio in Karnataka.
Overview of major Indian circles:
- Metro Circles: Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata.
- Category A Circles: Maharashtra, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu.
- Category B Circles: Kerala, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh.
- Category C Circles: Assam, North East, Bihar, Orissa, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir.
Number Se Location Pata Kare
To perform a number se location check in India, please note that GPS location tracking is restricted. WhoCalled.in resolves the registered telecom circle (e.g. state or region) and SIM operator to help you identify where a call was routed from.
Compliance Disclaimer: Telecom circles represent administrative zones designated by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). Numbers ported via Mobile Number Portability (MNP) may operate on a different network than their original allocation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a telecom circle in India?
A telecom circle is a state or regional zone designated by the government for licensing and routing calls. India is divided into 22 telecom circles.
Can a telecom circle lookup show the exact address of a caller?
No. A circle lookup only identifies the state or region where the mobile number was registered, not the caller's live location or address.
Does Mobile Number Portability (MNP) affect circle checks?
Yes, if a user ports their number to a new carrier, the circle registration usually remains the same, but the operator changes.