DoT Releases National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025, Supporting 5G, 6G, and Satellite Services
DoT released NFAP 2025 supporting 5G, 6G, satellite broadband, and NavIC; revises NFAP 2022.
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Key Points for RAS
- DoT released National Frequency Allocation Plan (NFAP) 2025, effective from December 30, 2025
- Incorporates new frequency allocations for 5G, emerging 6G research bands, satellite-based broadband, and NavIC
- Replaces the NFAP 2018 edition and aligns with World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-23) decisions
- Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced three reforms including extended certification for telecom equipment
- India's telecom sector serves over 1.2 billion subscribers with 5G coverage reaching 700+ cities
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) released the National Frequency Allocation Plan (NFAP) 2025, effective from December 30, 2025. The updated plan incorporates new frequency allocations to support 5G, emerging 6G research bands, satellite-based broadband services, and the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (NavIC).
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia also announced three major reforms to strengthen India's telecom security ecosystem, including extended certification schemes for telecom equipment and reduced testing laboratory fees. The NFAP 2025 replaces the 2018 edition and aligns with decisions of the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-23). India's telecom sector now serves over 1.2 billion subscribers with 5G coverage reaching 700+ cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 What is **DoT Releases National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025, Supporting 5G, 6G, and Satellite Services** and what is its significance for India?
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) released the National Frequency Allocation Plan (NFAP) 2025, effective from December 30, 2025. The updated plan incorporates new frequency allocations to support 5G, emerging 6G research bands, satellite-based broadband services, and the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (NavIC). Union Minister
2 Which organization released **DoT Releases National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025, Supporting 5G, 6G, and Satellite Services** and when did it take effect?
Department of Telecommunications released it, effective December 30, 2025. Incorporates new frequency allocations for 5G, emerging 6G research bands, satellite-based broadband, and NavIC
3 What new technologies or applications are addressed under **DoT Releases National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025, Supporting 5G, 6G, and Satellite Services**?
Replaces the NFAP 2018 edition and aligns with World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-23) decisions
4 What does **DoT Releases National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025, Supporting 5G, 6G, and Satellite Services** replace and how does it improve upon its predecessor?
It replaces the previous version. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced three reforms including extended certification for telecom equipment
5 What are India's targets or goals related to **DoT Releases National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025, Supporting 5G, 6G, and Satellite Services**?
India's telecom sector serves over 1.2 billion subscribers with 5G coverage reaching 700+ cities
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