The Kerala government’s KFON (Kerala Fibre Optic Network) has quietly turned into the state’s go-to choice for pocket-friendly, unlimited broadband. As of December 2025, more than 14,000 economically-backward households are already getting free 30 Mbps connections, while regular users can pick from speed tiers that now touch 1 Gbps. If you want pure broadband or one bill that covers both internet and OTT apps, KFON’s 2025 line-up still beats most private operators on price and data allowance.
Below is what’s actually on the shelf this month, how the OTT bundles work, and the small print you should know before applying.
What KFON Offers in 2025
Two menus, same fibre line:
- Home Broadband Plans – Internet-only, 20 Mbps to 1 Gbps, truly unlimited data with a soft FUP.
- OTT Bundled Plans – Same speeds plus 350+ live TV channels and up to 33 streaming apps in a single app called Playbox.
Advance payment still gives you 15–60 bonus days depending on the plan, so the effective monthly cost drops by 8-12 %.
KFON Home Broadband Plans (December 2025)
Installation is free if you choose any 6- or 12-month pack; otherwise a ₹500 one-time fee applies. All prices below are before 18 % GST.
| Plan | Speed | FUP | Post-FUP | Monthly Charge | 12-mth effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 30 Mbps | Unlimited | 2 Mbps | ₹299 | ₹274 |
| Basic Plus | 50 Mbps | Unlimited | 2 Mbps | ₹349 | ₹319 |
| Flex | 100 Mbps | Unlimited | 5 Mbps | ₹449 | ₹409 |
| Pulse | 150 Mbps | Unlimited | 5 Mbps | ₹549 | ₹499 |
| Mass | 200 Mbps | Unlimited | 10 Mbps | ₹649 | ₹589 |
| Turbo | 300 Mbps | Unlimited | 10 Mbps | ₹799 | ₹729 |
| Zenith | 500 Mbps | Unlimited | 25 Mbps | ₹999 | ₹919 |
| Zenith+ | 1 Gbps | Unlimited | 50 Mbps | ₹1,499 | ₹1,374 |
KFON OTT Bundled Plans (Playbox Edition)
Everything is streamed through the Playbox app you get at sign-up. Premium tiers now include JioCinema Premium, Sony LIV, Zee5, Sun NXT, aha, ManoramaMAX, Amazon Prime Lite and a bunch of niche Malayalam apps. The channel count has gone up to 375 and you can watch on two screens at the same time.
| Plan | Speed | FUP | Monthly Price | Key OTTs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star | 50 Mbps | Unlimited | ₹499 | 23 apps – Hotstar, JioCinema, regional |
| Vibe | 100 Mbps | Unlimited | ₹649 | Adds Sony LIV, Zee5, Discovery+ |
| Vibe+ | 200 Mbps | Unlimited | ₹799 | Same apps, higher speed |
| Amaze | 150 Mbps | Unlimited | ₹949 | Adds Sun NXT, aha, Prime Lite |
| Amaze+ | 300 Mbps | Unlimited | ₹1,099 | Full 33-app bouquet |
Annual packs knock ₹100–150 off the monthly figure and throw in a free Amazon Fire Stick Lite for new users while stocks last.
Why KFON Still Stands Out
- Lowest entry ticket: ₹299 plan remains the cheapest unlimited fibre in south India.
- Post-FUP cushion: Even after you hit the soft limit, 2–50 Mbps fallback keeps you online; most ISPs throttle to 512 kbps.
- State fibre backbone: 77,000 km aerial and underground ring means fewer cuts and faster fault healing.
- Free for the needy: 14,000 BPL families already connected; target is 20 lakh by 2026.
- One app, one bill: Playbox bundles live TV and OTT; no separate logins or multiple charges.
Things to Know Before You Apply
- Prices shown are +18 % GST.
- Installation: Free on 6/12-month packs; ₹500 otherwise. You get an ONT-router combo worth ₹3,000 as a refundable deposit.
- Last-mile partner: KFON brings the fibre to your local pole; the final 50–200 m is done by an LCO (local cable operator) empanelled by KFON. If your LCO hasn’t joined yet, there can be a small wait.
- Playbox catch: Prime Lite and Hotstar tiers included are ad-supported and limited to 1 HD stream. If you want 4K or multiple screens, you’ll still need a separate premium subscription.
- Refund policy: 30-day money-back on annual packs if speed is consistently below 80 % of the promised rate.
How to Book a Connection Today
1. Head to kfon.kerala.gov.in or download the EnteKFON Android/iOS app.
2. Punch in your pin-code; the portal shows which LCO covers your area and the plans you can choose.
3. Upload your ID and address proof, pick a plan, pay online.
4. Technician comes home within 72 hours for fibre splice and ONT setup.
If you live in a village that still shows “coverage pending”, register anyway—KFON opens new PoPs every fortnight based on demand count.
Bottom Line
In 2025, KFON is still the cheapest way to get unlimited fibre in Kerala. Students and small families can live happily on the ₹299 Basic plan, while heavy users get 1 Gbps under ₹1,500. Add the OTT bundles and you’re paying less than what most private ISPs charge for internet alone. If your local cable guy is already on KFON, there’s little reason not to give the government fibre a shot.