0962 belongs to Sun Cellular (now Smart) and is mainly used for Sun Cellular SIMs. Calls and texts to a 0962 number are on-net for other Smart (Sun) subscribers. The block was opened around 2016.
| Network | Sun Cellular (now Smart) |
|---|---|
| Brand family | Sun Cellular |
| Account type | Prepaid (mostly) |
| Technology | LTE, 5G |
| Year allocated | 2016 |
| Series | 096X |
| Portability | Can be ported to any network (why a prefix can lie) |
| Last checked | 2026-09-05 |
| Sources agreeing | 4/5 public prefix lists |
| Sources | Source 1 Source 2 Source 3 |
Check a full 0962 number
Is 0962 Globe or Smart?
- ✕ Globe (incl. TM, GOMO) – no
- ✓ Smart (incl. TNT, Sun) – yes
- ✕ DITO – no
Is 0962 Smart or Sun Cellular?
Both answers are correct. Sun Cellular is a brand that runs on the Smart network, using the same cell sites and the same prefix blocks. A 0962 SIM may say Sun Cellular on the packaging but it is Smart for on-net promos, rates and registration.
Why other sites give a different answer for 0962
Some sites (whatnetworkitis.com and, since 2026, techpilipinas.com) label 0962 as Globe/GOMO. GOMO launched on 0976. Four of five independent lists, including a load-routing directory, place 0962 on the Smart network (originally Sun Cellular). We show Smart.
We publish the answer only after two sources agree. If you have a 0962 SIM and can confirm the network, send a correction.
0962 five-digit blocks
People also search the first five digits. Every block below inherits the Smart (Sun) answer unless noted.
- 09622
- 09620
- 09621
- 09624
- 09623
- 09627
- 09625
- 09626
- 09629
- 09628
Calling or texting a 0962 number
If you are on Smart or TNT, Sun, a 0962 number is on-net: your unli-call and unli-text promos usually cover it. From another network it is off-net, so use an all-net promo or check your per-call rate. On-net vs off-net explained.
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Questions people ask about 0962
Is 0962 prepaid or postpaid?
0962 is prepaid (mostly). Prepaid lines dominate this block, but a postpaid plan can be issued on it as well.
Can a 0962 number be on another network now?
Yes. Under Mobile Number Portability (RA 11202) the owner can move to Globe, Smart or DITO and keep the 0962 number. The prefix always shows the original carrier, Smart (Sun).
Does 0962 support 5G?
The block runs on LTE, 5G. Whether you get 5G depends on the SIM, the phone and coverage, not on the prefix.
Is 0962 Smart (Sun) or Sun Cellular?
Both. Sun Cellular is a Smart (Sun) brand and shares the 0962 block with the main brand.
How do I register a 0962 SIM?
Use the Smart (Sun) registration portal or app. See our SIM registration guide for step-by-step instructions for each network.