In Nigeria nowadays, MTN is among the most well-liked and advanced mobile networks. It offers a variety of tariff plans with packages to fit all tastes and financial situations. This is also true of MTN Pulse. One of the best cellphone tariffs available right now, with amazing incentives. Why should you pick it over the other tariff plans the cell operator offers?
What is MTN pulse?
MTN Pulse is a prepaid tariff plan that allows you to enjoy a FLAT rate of 11.26k/sec for calls across all Networks in Nigeria after the first 60 seconds call of the day at 27k/sec.
The MTN Pulse tariff plan is available to all MTN Prepaid users.
To join MTN Pulse, text 406 to 131, dial *406*1# or *123*2*2#.
Reason why you should migrate to MTN pulse and benefits
Here are the reason and benefits of using MTN pulse:
- A flat rate of 11.26k/sec for calls ACROSS ALL local Networks after spending ₦16.20K daily.
- Special Data Bundles:750MB 3-days data plan at ₦300
- 1.5GB Weekly data plan at ₦500
- Pulse Nightlife Bundles (250MB Pulse Nightlife bundle for N25 and 500MB Pulse Nightlife bundle for N50) up to 2GB.
- Special Instagram, TikTok & YouTube Bundles: 350MB IG, TikTok & YouTube for ₦100 and 1GB IG, TikTok & YouTube for ₦200.
- Get Pulse points when you make voice calls and activate selected data bundles. You can then exchange the points for free data.
- Free 10MB Monthly Data Bonus on the First recharge or First Call of the month.
- Pulse Tuesday Offer which enables you purchase special discounted data plans on Tuesdays ONLY.
- Campus Zone Offer which allows you to enjoy 100% data bonus for every (100MB, 150MB, or 200MB) used in Higher Institutions across Nigeria.
How to migrate to MTN pulse?
Do you wish to migrate to MTN pulse but don’t know how? This post will fulfill that wish, you can subscribe to MTN pulse via any of the following methods:
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How to migrate to MTN pulse via SMS?
Migrating to MTN pulse via SMS is very simple, just text 406 to 131 to subscribe.
How to migrate to MTN pulse via USSD code?
To subscribe to MTN pulse via USSD code, dial *406*1# or *123*2*2# to subscribe.
NOTE: You can also migrate into MTN Pulse plan when you buy Pulse Special Bundles, Pulse Nightlife Bundle(s) or Special Instagram/TikTok/Youtube Bundles.
How to migrate to MTN pulse via myMTNApp?
- Log on to the myMTN App
- choose “Other Plans,”
- then choose “MTN Pulse.
How to migrate to MTN pulse via myMTN Web?
- Logon https://mymtn.com.ng
- Enter your phone number.
- Enter OTP and select ‘Proceed’.
- On the top right corner of the home page, click your name.
- Select My Plan.
- Select Other Plans.
- Select MTN Pulse.
How much does it cost to migrate to MTN pulse?
It is completely free to migrate to Pulse. However, if you make another migration within 30 days, you will be charged ₦102.
When you buy the Pulse Special Bundles, Pulse Nightlife Bundles, or Special Instagram/TikTok/Youtube Bundles from other tariff plans, you will NOT be charged for moving to the Pulse tariff plan.
How to enjoy MTN pulse call discounts?
- Text 406 to 131 or dial *406*1# and migrate to MTN Pulse tariff plan.
- As soon as you migrate into the MTN Pulse tariff plan, minutes spent on calls will be accumulated.
- At this point, your calls to all National numbers will be charged at 27kobo/sec.
- As you make the calls, your accumulated spend will continue to increase.
- When your accumulated spend on calls reaches ₦16.20k, your calls to all national numbers will reduce to 11.26kobo/sec.
- You will continue to enjoy the discounted rate – 11.26 kobo/sec for the rest of the day till 11:59pm of that day.
- The next day, the same thing will happen. Your calls will be accumulated up to the defined amount ₦16.20Kobo, after which your calls will drop to 11.26kobo/sec
- When you spend up to the pre-defined daily amount, ₦16.20K while making a call, the new rate will be charged from the point you qualify.
- If you migrate out of MTN Pulse tariff plan to any other prepaid tariff plan without spending up to the daily fee, all your accumulated spend will be cleared.
- If you migrate back into MTN Pulse tariff plan, the system will begin to accumulate your spend again.
How do I receive the Free 10MB Monthly Data Bonus on MTN Pulse? Is it sharable and how long does it last?
Simply make your first call or recharge for the month from your main account or XtraTime account to get your free 10MB of monthly data on MTN Pulse.
You can explore any website at any time of day using the data. The websites you can browse with the data bonus are not constrained in any way.
For 30 days following the date of allocation, the Free 10MB Monthly Data bonus is available.
The Free 10MB Monthly Data Bonus cannot be shared or transferred to another number.
If the bonus is still valid, you will be able to use the free 10MB Monthly Data Bonus when you switch to another qualified tariff plan (such as MTN XtraSpecial, MTN XtraValue, MTN BetaTalk, MTN Trutalk, MTN mPulse, MTN Talk on, etc.).
How do I check the balance of my Free 10MB Monthly Data Bonus?
To check the balance of your Free 10MB Monthly Data bonus, simply dial *556# to check your MTN pulse free 10MB monthly data bonus.
Can I use MTN pulse nightlife bundle everyday?
No, you will not be able to use the Pulse Nightlife bundle everyday day. The MTN pulse nightlife bundle is valid from 11pm to 6am but you will be able to subscribe to 250MB and 500MB Pulse Nightlife bundles multiple times but not more than 2GB in a day.
The 250MB Pulse Nightlife bundle can be activated EIGHT times, and the 500MB Nightlife bundle can be activated FOUR times, for a combined total of a maximum of 2GB per day.
How to check my MTN Pulse Nightlife bundle balance?
To check your Pulse Nightlife bundle balance, simply dial *559*96# OR *556#. OR dial *406*3*3#
Due to the 2GB daily activation cap, you can activate both the 250MB and 500MB Pulse Nightlife bundles up to that amount.You can activate the 500MB Nightlife bundle TWO (2 times) and the 250MB Pulse Nightlife bundle FOUR (4 times), for a total of 2GB every day.
Can I activate the Pulse Nighlife bundle within the browsing period 11pm – 6am, if I exhaust my 2GB?
Once you’ve used up your allotted 2GB of Pulse Nightlife, you won’t be able to activate another one during the browsing hours of 11 night to 6 am, but you will be allowed to do so after that time. Only if you haven’t used up to 2GB will you be able to activate another Pulse Nightlife bundle between 11 night and 6 am.
An illustration would be if you used up all of your 2GB Pulse Nightlife bundle before 6am. ONLY after 6am will you be able to activate another Pulse Nightlife bundle.
Your unused Pulse Nightlife package balance CANNOT be rolled over. After six in the morning, all unused Pulse Nightlife package balance will be released.
Your subscription won’t automatically renew. You must subscribe everyday in order to access the nightlife browsing.
Can I activate the Pulse Nightlife bundle when I am not on Pulse tariff plan?
When you are not enrolled in the Pulse tariff plan, you may still subscribe to the Pulse Nightlife bundle. After a successful activation, though, you will be switched over to the MTN Pulse plan.Anytime you activate the Pulse Nightlife bundles from another tariff plan, there will be no migration fee.
If you choose to purchase the Pulse Nightlife bundle from another tariff plan, you will be presented with a consent menu informing you that your line will be transferred to MTN Pulse.
What is Pulse Instagram/TikTok/YouTube bundle and how to subscribe?
The MTN Pulse Instagram/TikTok/Youtube bundle enables Pulse subscribers to take advantage of all-day access to Instagram/TikTok/Youtube at a discounted price.
Use any of the following methods to subscribe to MTN pulse Instagram/TikTok/YouTube plan:
Via USSD code
To subscribe to MTN pulse Instagram/TikTok/YouTube bundle, Dial *406*4 # to activate the Pulse Instagram/TikTok/Youtube Bundle.
How much is Pulse Instagram/TikTok/Youtube bundle?
The 350MB Instagram/TikTok/Youtube lite MTN pulse bundle cost ₦100 and the 1GB Instagram/TikTok/Youtube heavy MTN pulse bundle cost ₦200.
The Pulse Instagram/TikTok/Youtube Lite bundle has a one-day validity period, while the Pulse Instagram/TikTok/Youtube bundle has a seven-day validity period after which it can be renewed.
The MTN pulse Instagram, TikTok and YouTube bundles can be auto renewed but if at any point, you are no longer comfortable with the auto renewal, follow the instructions below to cancel the auto renewal:
- For 350MB Instagram/TikTok/Youtube Lite, send NOINSTD1 to 131 or dial *406*4*4# and select Cancel Auto Renewal.
- For 1GB Instagram/TikTok/Youtube Heavy, send NOINSTD2 to 131 or dial *406*4*4# and select Cancel Auto Renewal.
You can subscribe more than once to any of the YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok packages. Additionally, you will have the option of subscribing to both Instagram/TikTok/YouTube packages.
How do I check my Pulse Instagram/TikTok/Youtube Bundle balance?
If you want to check your Instagram/TikTok/Youtube bundle balance, quickly by dialing *559*39 OR *556# or dial*406*4*3#.
What is MTN Pulse Tuesday Offer?
The Pulse Tuesday Offer lets qualified Pulse customers buy cheaper data plans ONLY on Tuesdays.
The Pulse Tuesday Offer is available every Tuesday from 12.01am to 11.59pm.
You may buy Pulse Tuesday Offer through the following methods:
To get the Pulse Tuesday Offer, dial *406#.To access the Pulse Tuesday Offer, dial *131*1#.
MTN pulse Tuesday Offer plans
| Price (N) | Data Allowance | Validity |
| 120 | 200MB | 24 hours |
| 200 | 260MB | 3 days |
| 300 | 1000MB | 3 days |
| 300 | 800MB (450MB all data + 350MB Youtube streaming) | 7 days |
To check your Pulse Tuesday bundle balance, simply dial *131*4# or text 2 to 131.
But there is only one limitation, the MTN pulse Tuesday bundles is only available on Tuesdays as the name implies and cannot be activated on other days.
All MTN pulse plans
| Migration | Dial *406*1# or *123*2*2# Text 406 to 131. You can also migrate into MTN Pulse plan when you buy Pulse Special Bundles, Pulse Nightlife Bundle or Special Instagram/TikTok/Youtube Bundles. First call of the day at ₦16.20k i.e. First 60secs @27k/sec |
| Voice Rates |
Calls to MTN Numbers (after daily fee has been spent) 11.26kobo per second and Calls to MTN Numbers (after daily fee has been spent) 11.26kobo per second |
| SMS Rates | N4/SMS |
| Pulse Data bundles | 750MB @₦300 valid for 3days 1.5GB @₦500 valid for 7days |
| Add-Ons | |
| Pulse Nightlife Bundles | 250MB Pulse Nightlife bundle @₦25 500MB Pulse Nightlife bundle @₦50 |
| Pulse Instagram/TikTok/Youtube Bundles | 350MB Instagram/TikTok/Youtube Lite @₦100 1GB Instagram/TikTok/Youtube Heavy @₦200 |
| First recharge or First Call of the month | 10MB on recharges from ₦1 and above valid for 30 days |
| SIM Activation Bonus | N800: Calls at N45/min & SMS at N4/SMS N200: Data @ N1/MB |
What is MTN Campus Zone Offer?
With the MTN Campus Zone Offer, which is a location-based service, you may get free 100MB, 150MB, or 200MB of bonus data whenever you are near the campus of particular colleges or universities. You will be eligible for this bonus if you utilise the same amount of data from your purchased data bundles while on the same campus areas.
For instance, if the data allowance for your campus area is 100MB, you must spend 100MB of your data balance in order to receive 100MB of bonus data.
All MTN customers are able to take advantage of the University Zone offer if they consume the required data amount, i.e., 100MB, 150MB, or 200MB from the active bundles on their lines within the campus areas.
When you enter a campus area that qualifies, a welcome message will appear on your phone inviting you to, for instance, “Use 100MB to get free 100MB data on your line.” To access the offer, just utilise up to the necessary 100MB of data from your Access and XtraValue packages while on campus.You can take advantage of the Campus Zone offer as long as you are in the vicinity of the campus location and have used all of the necessary data to qualify for the bonus data.
How can I check my Campus Zone bonus data balance?
When you use the required amount of data, an SMS notification notifying you of your free Campus Zone bonus data will be sent to you. You can check your campus zone bonus data using the USSD codes *131*4# and *556#, SMS by texting 2 to 131, myMTN NG App, myMTN online, and MTN Zigi, as well as USSD, SMS, and USSD.