Quick answer
Yes. You can send SMS in Hindi and other Indian languages using Unicode, as long as the template is registered in that language on DLT.
Length and credits
| Type | One SMS | Long SMS (per part) |
|---|---|---|
| English (GSM) | 160 characters | 153 characters |
| Hindi/Unicode | 70 characters | 67 characters |
So a Hindi message uses credits faster than English.
Tips
- Keep Hindi messages short and clear.
- Even one Unicode character, such as ₹ or an emoji, turns the whole SMS into Unicode. Write "Rs" instead of ₹ in English messages.
- Check length with the SMS character counter.
More questions
Does Hindi SMS cost more?
The price per SMS part is the same, but one Hindi SMS holds 70 characters, so long Hindi messages use more parts.
Which Indian languages are supported?
Any language supported by Unicode, including Hindi, Punjabi, Marathi, Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali and others.
Will Hindi SMS display on all phones?
Most modern phones display Hindi and regional scripts. Very old basic phones may not show some characters.
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