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A comprehensive list of Legal and Statutory Compliances applicable to the Telecom Sector in India.
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.... comprehensive list of Legal and Statutory Compliances applicable to the Telecom Sector in India.<br>By: - YAGAY andSUN<br>Other Topics<br>Dated:- 6-6-2025<br>Here is a comprehensive list of Legal and Statutory Compliances applicable to the Telecom Sector in India, as per current frameworks under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), TRAI, and other relevant authorities: 📜 1. Licens....
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....ing and Regulatory Approvals Compliance Authority Details Unified License (UL) Department of Telecommunications (DoT) Required for operating telecom services (ISP, Access, NLD, ILD, etc.) Internet Service Provider (ISP) License DoT For providing internet services-under Unified License Infrastructure Provider (IP-I) Registration DoT For passive infrastructure services (e.g., towers, duc....
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....ts) Access Services Authorization DoT Required for mobile/telephony services under Unified License National Long Distance (NLD) / International Long Distance (ILD) License DoT For long-distance telecom operations Other Service Provider (OSP) Registration (for BPOs, call centers) DoT Applicable to telecom-enabled service providers WPC (Wireless Planning & Coordination) Licensing DoT - WP....
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....C Wing Spectrum licenses for wireless equipment use Standing Advisory Committee on Frequency Allocation (SACFA) Clearance DoT Mandatory for setting up wireless networks and towers ⚖️ 2. TRAI Regulations Compliance Authority Details Telecom Tariff Filing TRAI All tariffs must be filed with TRAI for transparency Quality of Service (QoS) Compliance TRAI Adherence to QoS nor....
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....ms for voice, data, and customer service Telecom Commercial Communications Customer Preference Regulations (TCCCPR) TRAI Regulations to control spam and unsolicited communications Mobile Number Portability (MNP) TRAI Compliance with porting requests and timelines Interconnection Regulations TRAI Compliance on charges, arrangements with other TSPs Billing and Metering Audit TRAI Periodi....
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....c audit of billing systems and accuracy Consumer Complaint Redressal Mechanism TRAI Must set up systems in accordance with TRAI norms 📊 3. Security and Data Compliance Compliance Authority Details License Conditions on Lawful Interception DoT / MHA Telecom operators must provide real-time access to law enforcement Data Retention Requirements DoT Maintain call data and internet....
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.... logs for minimum periods (e.g., 2 years) KYC / Subscriber Verification DoT Aadhaar-based or prescribed verification methods must be followed CERT-In Compliance MeitY / CERT-In Report cybersecurity incidents, comply with cybersecurity guidelines Data Localization Requirements Implied (sectoral policy) Certain data may be required to be stored in India (e.g., subscriber data) 🧾 4.....
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.... Financial & Taxation Compliance Compliance Authority Details AGR (Adjusted Gross Revenue) Reporting & Payments DoT Operators must pay license fee and SUC based on AGR Goods and Services Tax (GST) Ministry of Finance Comply with GST filings and tax deductions for telecom services Customs and Import Duty CBIC Applicable for import of telecom equipment Transfer Pricing and FEMA Complian....
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....ce RBI / CBDT If foreign investment or related-party transactions exist 🧰 5. Environmental and Infrastructure Compliance Compliance Authority Details Electromagnetic Field (EMF) Radiation Norms DoT / TERM Cells Compliance with radiation levels at mobile towers Tower Installation Clearances (local bodies) Municipal Corporations / State Govts Building permits, environmental clear....
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....ances, structural safety, etc. E-Waste Management CPCB / MoEFCC Disposal of telecom and network hardware under e-waste rules 🌐 6. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Compliance Compliance Authority Details FDI Policy for Telecom Sector DPIIT / RBI Up to 100% FDI allowed; beyond 49% under automatic route requires Govt. approval Reporting under FEMA RBI FDI inflows and equity allotm....
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....ents must be reported within timelines 🧑‍💼 7. Labour & Employment Laws (If applicable) Compliance Authority Details Shops & Establishment Act State Governments Applies to offices and telecom retail outlets PF, ESI, Gratuity, Bonus, etc. EPFO, ESIC Compliance with employee welfare schemes POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace) Internal Committee Mandato....
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....ry for telecom workplaces with 10+ employees ✅ 8. Miscellaneous Compliance Authority Details Disaster Management Preparedness DoT / NDMA Business continuity, alerts, and support in emergencies Public Grievance Redressal CPGRAMS / DoT Mechanism to address consumer complaints and government escalations IPR / Copyright IP Office Compliance with software licensing, trademarks, and p....
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....atents in telecom tech 📌 Final Notes: * Telecom operators and service providers must periodically file compliance reports with TRAI, DoT, TERM Cells, and other bodies. * Non-compliance can lead to hefty penalties, license suspension, or cancellation. * Regulatory landscape is evolving rapidly, especially with 5G, AI in telecom, and cybersecurity concerns. ***<br> Scholarly articles....
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