Zong SMS Packages — Daily, Weekly & Monthly Plans
Zong's best SMS deal is the Monthly SMS Bundle — Rs. 75 for 5,000 SMS to all networks for 30 days. Activate via *3030# and select the SMS option.
Zong SMS Packages — Complete Options for 2026
Zong keeps SMS pricing simple and competitive. Four tiers, all covering every Pakistani mobile network, all activated through the same *3030# USSD menu. At Rs. 75 for 5,000 monthly messages, Zong sits between Telenor (Rs. 70/5,000) and Jazz (Rs. 80/6,000) on pricing — right in the competitive sweet spot.
| Package | SMS Count | Network | Price | Validity | Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily SMS Bundle | 250 SMS | All networks | Rs. 5 | 1 Day | *3030# |
| Weekly SMS Bundle | 1,200 SMS | All networks | Rs. 22 | 7 Days | *3030# |
| Monthly SMS Bundle | 5,000 SMS | All networks | Rs. 75 | 30 Days | *3030# |
| Monthly Mega SMS | 12,000 SMS | All networks | Rs. 125 | 30 Days | *3030# |
Pre-tax prices. ~30% tax added at deduction. Verify at zong.com.pk.
Subscribing and Tracking Zong SMS
Dial *3030#, navigate to SMS packages, and pick your tier. Check remaining SMS via *102# or the My Zong app. The USSD menu is the same centralized portal used for call and data packages, which means one code to remember instead of three.
Do You Need a Standalone Zong SMS Package?
Check your current bundles first. If you're on Zong's Monthly Supreme (Rs. 650), you already have 2,000 SMS included. The Weekly All-in-One includes 350 SMS. Unless you're sending more messages than your combo covers, a separate SMS package is redundant money.
Standalone SMS makes sense for users on data-only or call-only plans, or for people whose SMS needs exceed their combo allocation. Bank OTPs, delivery confirmations, government notifications, and BISP status checks all arrive via text. A user who checks BISP status, receives bank alerts, tracks deliveries, and verifies mobile wallet transactions might easily hit 10-20 SMS per day — 300-600 monthly. The Monthly SMS Bundle at Rs. 75 covers that with headroom to spare.
Already have SMS in your call package? Check Zong calling bundles to see what's included. For data options, see Zong internet packages.
Zong SMS in the Competitive Landscape
The four-network monthly SMS comparison:
- Ufone: Rs. 60 for 4,000 SMS — cheapest entry
- Telenor: Rs. 70 for 5,000 SMS — middle ground
- Zong: Rs. 75 for 5,000 SMS — matches Telenor volume, slightly pricier
- Jazz: Rs. 80 for 6,000 SMS — most messages, highest price
Zong and Telenor are nearly identical on SMS value. The Rs. 5 difference is irrelevant at this price point — you're choosing between them based on which network you already use for calls and data, not SMS pricing. If you're on Zong, use Zong SMS. Simple as that.
SMS Tips and Considerations for Zong Users
- All networks covered. Every Zong SMS package sends to Jazz, Warid, Telenor, Ufone, and other Zong numbers within Pakistan. No on-net/off-net distinction for texting.
- International SMS not included. Domestic only. International texts cost Rs. 10-15 per message regardless of your package.
- MMS is separate billing. Sending pictures or video via MMS costs extra and isn't covered. Stick to WhatsApp for media sharing.
- No rollover on SMS. Unused messages vanish when the package expires. No carry-forward or banking feature exists.
- Premium SMS bypass your package. Short code services, contest entries, and subscription messages charge directly from balance. Ignore unsolicited promotional texts from short codes to protect your balance.
Zong Texting — Quick Answers
The Daily SMS Bundle at Rs. 5 for 250 SMS is the cheapest single-purchase option. For best monthly value, the Monthly SMS Bundle at Rs. 75 for 5,000 SMS offers the lowest per-message cost at Rs. 0.015 each.
Yes. Every Zong SMS package covers messages to all five Pakistani mobile networks — Jazz, Warid, Telenor, Ufone, and Zong. No restrictions on recipient network.
Dial *102# for a summary of all remaining resources including SMS, or check the My Zong app under active packages for a detailed breakdown with expiry dates.
Yes. Most Zong combo packages include SMS alongside minutes and data. The Monthly Supreme includes 2,000 SMS, and the Weekly All-in-One includes 350 SMS. Check your active combo before adding a standalone SMS bundle.