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The M2M Service Authorisation permits provision of M2M services, WPAN/WLAN operations using exempted spectrum, and management of M2M e-SIM platforms, with no authorisation fee and compliance to specified technical and security conditions.
Details of Service
The scope of Machine to Machine (M2M) service authorisation comprises of the following:
(a) Machine to Machine (M2M) service
(b) Establish, operate, maintain or expand Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) or Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) using spectrum exempted from the requirement of assignment under sub-section (6) or sub-section (7) of section 4 of the Act
(c) Own and manage a platform for subscription profile management of M2M e-SIM.
Who Can Apply
1. Any business entity is eligible to apply. 2. Companies incorporated under the Companies Act. 3. Partnership firms and Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs). 4. Proprietorship firms, societies, trusts, institutions, undertakings. 5. Ministries or Departments of Central or State Government. 6. Parliament, State Legislature, Courts of Law. 7. Autonomous organisations.
Documents Required
1. Certificate of Incorporation under Indian Company Act.
2. Board Resolution authorising submission of the application.
3. Shareholding Pattern and Beneficial Ownership details.
4. FDI-related documents and declarations on no prohibited investors.
5. Financial documents: audited statements, net worth certificate, and declaration of no outstanding dues.
6. Security compliance documents: lawful interception readiness, data storage and monitoring arrangements.
7. Completed application form and payment proof of the processing fee as required by the Central Government portal.
Fees and Charges
SI. No.
Service Authorisation
Processing Fee (Rs.)
Entry Fee (Rs.)
Guarantee (Rs.)
1
PMRTS Authorisation
10,000
20,000
20,000
2
Enterprise Communication Service Authorisation
10,000
Nil
2,00,000
3
M2M Service Authorisation
10,000
Nil
Nil
4
PM WANI Service Authorisation
Nil
Nil
Nil
5
IFMC Service Authorisation
10,000
Nil
Nil
6
Aeronautical Data Communication Authorisation
10,000
1,00,000
Nil
Application Process
1
Prepare DocumentsCompile all required corporate, financial, technical, and security documents as specified by the Central Government.
2
Submit Application OnlineApply through the designated authorisation portal in the prescribed form and manner.
3
Scrutiny & ClarificationsDoT/LSA reviews the application and may seek additional information or clarifications.
4
Issuance of Letter of Intent (LoI)If eligible, an LoI is issued specifying payment requirements (entry fee, financial guarantee).
5
Payment & Compliance SubmissionApplicant submits the required fees and financial guarantees within the given timeline.
6
Grant of AuthorisationUpon successful verification, the authorisation is issued for the approved service area.
There is no authorisation fee. The processing fee is ₹10,000, and there is no entry fee or initial guarantee.
M2M service, WPAN/WLAN operations using exempted spectrum, and management of M2M e-SIM subscription profile management platforms.
The Government shall decide on the applications within 60 days of receipt.
Yes, including compliance with M2M e-SIM standards, using genuine telecom identifiers, ensuring devices are identifiable/traceable, and connecting WPAN/WLAN to authorised telecom networks for backhaul.
Yes. Entities must maintain data, system, and event logs for at least one year and follow notified directions on securing M2M-enabled devices.
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Dear Applicant,
This is to inform that the acceptance of new applications under Indian Telegraph Act 1885 has been stopped for all kind of Unified Licenses, Unified Licenses (VNO), Standalone Licenses, Registrations, Permissions. Accordingly, the Saral Sanchar Portal and National Single Window System (NSWS) will not accept any new applications for the same.
All applicants who wish to i) obtain any of the above authorisations/ registrations under The Telecommunication Act, 2023, or; ii) migrate the existing licenses/ authorisation granted under Indian Telegraph Act, 1885 to the corresponding authorisations under The Telecommunication Act, 2023 may login to https://eservices.dot.gov.in/authorisation-portal from 25.06.2026 onwards.
This is to inform that the acceptance of all applications including renewals under Indian Telegraph Act 1885 has been stopped for Dealer Possession License (DPL)/ Non-Dealer Possession License (NDPL) and Manufacturing Licence & Testing License. Accordingly, the Saral Sanchar Portal and National Single Window System (NSWS) will not accept any new applications for the same from 03.07.2026 onwards
Detailed list of licenses with contact details of concerned is provided for reference. click here.
Details of Service
The scope of Machine to Machine (M2M) service authorisation comprises of the following:
(a) Machine to Machine (M2M) service
(b) Establish, operate, maintain or expand Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) or Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) using spectrum exempted from the requirement of assignment under sub-section (6) or sub-section (7) of section 4 of the Act
(c) Own and manage a platform for subscription profile management of M2M e-SIM.
Who Can Apply
1. Any business entity is eligible to apply.
2. Companies incorporated under the Companies Act.
3. Partnership firms and Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs).
4. Proprietorship firms, societies, trusts, institutions, undertakings.
5. Ministries or Departments of Central or State Government.
6. Parliament, State Legislature, Courts of Law.
7. Autonomous organisations.
Documents Required
Fees and Charges
SI. No.
Service Authorisation
Processing Fee (Rs.)
Entry Fee (Rs.)
Guarantee (Rs.)
1
PMRTS Authorisation
10,000
20,000
20,000
2
Enterprise Communication Service Authorisation
10,000
Nil
2,00,000
3
M2M Service Authorisation
10,000
Nil
Nil
4
PM WANI Service Authorisation
Nil
Nil
Nil
5
IFMC Service Authorisation
10,000
Nil
Nil
6
Aeronautical Data Communication Authorisation
10,000
1,00,000
Nil
Application Process
Statistics
Policy / Circular / Presentation
Policy, Act and Rules
M2M Service Authorisation
1.08 MBValidity
Machine to Machine (M2M) Service Authorisation is valid for 20 years from the effective date, unless otherwise specified under the Rules.
Frequently Asked Questions
There is no authorisation fee. The processing fee is ₹10,000, and there is no entry fee or initial guarantee.
M2M service, WPAN/WLAN operations using exempted spectrum, and management of M2M e-SIM subscription profile management platforms.
The Government shall decide on the applications within 60 days of receipt.
Yes, including compliance with M2M e-SIM standards, using genuine telecom identifiers, ensuring devices are identifiable/traceable, and connecting WPAN/WLAN to authorised telecom networks for backhaul.
Yes. Entities must maintain data, system, and event logs for at least one year and follow notified directions on securing M2M-enabled devices.