The key policy document that governs the management and allocation of radio-frequency spectrum in India, NFAP-2025, comes into effect from Tuesday.
Released by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, the National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 (NFAP-2025) allocates radio-frequency spectrum to various radio-communication services in the frequency range 8.3 kHz to 3000 GHz. It serves as an essential reference for spectrum managers, wireless operators, and telecom equipment manufacturers.
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NFAP-2025 introduces several strategic and future-ready revisions to meet the growing spectrum demand for next-generation technologies:
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Identification of the 6425–7125 MHz band for International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT), significantly enhancing mid-band spectrum availability for 5G, 5G Advanced, and future 6G networks.
Allocation of Ka, Q, and V bands for satellite-based services is crucial for high-throughput Geo-Stationary Orbit (GSO) satellites and large non-GSO satellite constellations.
Additional spectrum for In-Flight and Maritime Connectivity (IFMC) to ensure seamless broadband access in the air and at sea.
Support for emerging technologies such as Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication, LEO/MEO satellite services, and expanded broadband connectivity solutions.
“These enhancements will ensure that India’s spectrum management remains responsive, high-capacity, and harmonised with global standards, supporting both current and future digital innovations, which will help in enhancing the development of the ecosystem in India,” the ministry said on Tuesday.
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