How to get 1GB data for N200 on MTN (Code) Practical Tech Guides

You want to browse the internet, but data is very expensive today. You heard that you can get 1GB of data for just N200 on MTN. Is it true? Yes, it is true.

But wait.

Have you tried to dial the code and saw a message saying "Not Eligible"? It is very annoying. You have your money ready, but MTN refuses to give you the data.

Do not worry. In this post, I will show you the correct codes to dial. I will also show you the secret tricks to make it work even if it failed before. This is the only guide you will ever need.

The Secret Behind the N200 Data

MTN has a special plan that gives you 1GB of data for N200. This data lasts for 7 days.

But there is a catch.

This is not a normal plan for everybody. It is what they call a "Welcome Back" offer or a "WinBack" promo. MTN uses this cheap data to beg customers who stopped using their SIM cards to come back.

If you use your MTN SIM every day to make calls and browse, MTN might not give you this offer. They mostly give it to SIM cards that have been sleeping (inactive) for 30 to 90 days.

Method 1: The Direct Code (Welcome Back Offer)

This is the fastest way to get the data if your SIM qualifies.

Follow these steps:

1. Get an MTN SIM card that you have not used for a long time (at least 30 days.

2. Make sure you have N200 on the line.

3. Dial the code *312*65#.

4. Select option 2 which says "1GB for N200".

5. Confirm the purchase.

If you are lucky, you will get a message saying "You have subscribed to 1GB valid for 7 days".

Alternative Code:

If that code does not work, you can try another one.

1. Dial *567*140#.

2. Sometimes, you need to dial this with less than N200 on your phone first to see if it will go through.

Method 2: The "Lucky Dip" (MTN4Me)

If your SIM is active and you still want cheap data, you should try the "Data4Me" or "Top Deals" menu. MTN uses a computer system to look at how you spend money and gives you a special price just for you.

How to do it:

1. Dial *121# on your phone.

2. Select the option for "Top Deals" or "Data4Me".

3. Look through the list. You might see "1GB for N200" or maybe "1.5GB for N300".

This offer changes all the time. If you do not see it today, try again next week.

Method 3: The "mPulse" Trick (Works for Everyone)

This is the best trick if the first two methods fail. This method allows you to get even more data (1.4GB) for the same N200. But you have to follow the steps carefully.

This works by buying small data plans meant for students and stacking them together.

Step 1: Migrate to mPulse

First, you must be on the mPulse tariff plan.

• Dial *344*1# to migrate.

• Note: It is free to migrate if you have not changed your plan in the last 30 days.

Step 2: Buy the Tiny Data 4 Times

There is a student plan that gives 350MB for only N50.

• Dial *344*2*1# to buy 350MB for N50.

• Do this four times.

Let us do the math:

• N50 + N50 + N50 + N50 = N200.

• 350MB + 350MB + 350MB + 350MB = 1.4GB.

So, you spend N200 and you get 1.4GB of data. This is even better than the 1GB offer!

Important Warning:

This mPulse data is meant for education (school websites). Sometimes it might not open apps like YouTube or TikTok directly. Many people use a "VPN" or "Tunnel" app to make it work on all websites, but you should know that MTN might block that.

Why Does It Say "Not Eligible"?

You dialed the code and it failed. Why? Here are the main reasons:

• Your SIM is too new: If your SIM is less than 3 months old, you cannot get this offer.

• Your SIM is too active: If you use your SIM every day, MTN sees you as a regular customer and won't give you the "Welcome Back" cheap price.

• You are on the wrong plan: You might need to be on the MTN Pulse plan or have zero activity for a while.

Solution: If you really want this offer, get an old SIM card, put it in a small phone, and leave it there without recharging for 30 days. After that, try the code again.

What Real People Are Saying

I checked what people in Nigeria are saying about this on X (Twitter) and Nairaland so you can know the truth.

Many people are happy with it. One user named @PendingUstaz on X shared the code and it went viral because it worked for many people. Another user on Nairaland said it was a "Game changer" for their side hustle after leaving their SIM dormant for 20 days.

However, some people are angry. They complain that the data only lasts for 7 days. If you do not finish the 1GB in one week, MTN takes the remaining data back.

Is This the Best Deal?

Is the 1GB for N200 really the best? Let us compare it to buying from data resellers (SME Data).

• MTN N200 Code: You get 1GB. It expires in 7 days.

• SME Data Reseller: You pay about N250. You get 1GB. It expires in 30 days.

If you use data very fast, the N200 code is better. But if you want your data to last for a whole month, it is better to buy from a legit data reseller for a little extra money.

Important Codes to Remember

Here is a quick list of the codes you need. You can save this or write it down.

• Welcome Back Offer (1GB for N200): Dial *312*65#.

• Check Your Balance: Dial *310# or *323#.

• Check for Top Deals: Dial *121#.

• Migrate to mPulse: Dial *344*1#.

You can find more details about official plans on the MTN Data Plans page. Also, for complaints, you can check the NCC Consumer Portal.

Conclusion

Getting 1GB for N200 on MTN is real, but you have to be smart about it. It is not for everybody. It is a special gift for those with sleeping SIM cards or those who know the mPulse trick.

Here is what you should do right now:

Pick up your phone and dial *312*65#. If it works, congratulations! If it says "Not Eligible," do not be sad. Just switch to the mPulse plan by dialing *344*1# and use the stacking method I taught you.

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