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What is an ISP License?

An ISP License is a mandatory authorization from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), under the Ministry of Communications. This license allows a company to legally offer internet services to consumers and businesses in India.

According to Section 4 of the Indian Telegraph Act, 1885, it is illegal to provide any telecommunication service, including internet services, without proper authorization from the government.

This law ensures that all telecom operations are regulated and prevents unauthorized use of telecom infrastructure, making an ISP license essential for legally operating as an internet service provider in India.

You need an ISP license and online registration to:

Operate Legally: Without this license, providing internet services is illegal and can lead to severe penalties.

Access Infrastructure: It allows you to legally lease network infrastructure and bandwidth from major telecom operators.

Build Trust: Holding a valid license establishes credibility and trust with your customers.

Comply with Regulations: Obtaining an ISP license guarantees that your business follows India’s telecommunications laws and security standards.

Meet FDI Requirements: Internet-only service providers can receive up to 100%Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), while telephony services are allowed up to 49% FDI without needing prior government approv

Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

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All registered entities requiring this service

Paperwork

Documents Required

✓Essential Corporate Documents — -Certificate of Incorporation(COI) from MCA- Memorandum of Association (MOA) stating telecom/ISP services as an objective-Articles of Association (AOA)- Proof of Registered Office Address (utility bill, rent agreement, or ownership documents)

✓Director and Shareholder Information — - List of directors and shareholders with names, addresses, contact details, and ID proofs (PAN, Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID)- Shareholding Pattern-DIN (Director Identification Number)andDigital Signature Certificateof directors

✓Financial Certificates and Proofs — - Audited financial statements for the last 3 years (if available)- Net worth certificate from a Chartered Accountant- Proof of application processing fee payment

✓Board Resolutions and Legal Docs — - Board resolution authorizing a person to apply for an ISP License- Power of Attorney (if signatory is not a director)- Board resolution appointing a statutory auditor

✓Foreign Investment Compliance — - Foreign equity approval certificate (mandatory if FDI exceeds 49%)

Step by Step

Registration Process

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Step 1: Ensuring Your Business is Eligible

Before you begin with your application, make sure your company meets the basic eligibility criteria: Only a company registered in India under theCompanies Act, 2013 (or Companies Act, 1956)can apply for an ISP license. An individual cannot directly apply for an ISP license; it must be through a registered company.

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Step 2: Company Registration and MOA Requirements

If your business is not a registered company, you must do this first. You need to incorporate aPrivate Limited Companyor aPublic Limited Companywith the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). Note:Individuals and LLPs are not eligible to apply for an ISP license. As part of this, ensure your companys Memorandum of Association (MoA) includes the objective of providing internet services. This is a non

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Step 3: Using the Saral Sanchar Portal for Your ISP Registration Online

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has launched the Saral Sanchar portal (saralsanchar.gov.in) to streamline the application process for various telecom licenses, including ISP. This online portal is your primary platform for submitting your ISP license online registration application. You will first need to register your company on the portal.

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Step 4: Filling the Application Form and Paying the Processing Fee

Once registered on Saral Sanchar, you can access and fill out the detailed application form for your chosen ISP category (A, B, or C). Carefully input all the required information about your company, directors, and proposed services. Along with the application, you must pay anon-refundable application processing fee. This fee varies depending on the chosen license category.

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Step 5: Receiving the Letter of Intent (LoI) from the DoT

After you submit your application and it undergoes initial scrutiny by the DoT, if everything is in order, the DoT will issue a Letter of Intent (LoI). TheLetter of Intent (LoI)indicates that your application has been provisionally approved and outlines the conditions you must fulfill before receiving the final approval. The LoI is typically issuedwithin 2 months.However, this timeline can vary ba

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Step 6: Submitting Bank Guarantees and Entry Fees

Upon receiving the LoI, you will need to submit the prescribed Entry Fee and Bank Guarantees to the DoT. These include a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) and a Financial Bank Guarantee (FBG). The amounts for these guarantees vary significantly based on your chosen license category. These guarantees act as a security deposit, ensuring your compliance with the license terms and financial obligations

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Step 7: Signing the License Agreement and Final Confirmation

Once the DoT verifies your submitted bank guarantees and entry fees, they will invite your company to sign theUnified License Agreement.This is the final step in the ISP registration process. After signing the agreement, you will receive the official ISP license, authorizing you to commence your internet services. The entire process, from application to final license issuance, can take approximate

Pricing

Fees & Charges

Fee Component	Amount
Processing Fee	Rs. 10,000 per service area
Entry Fee	Rs. 20,000
Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG)	Rs. 50,000
Financial Bank Guarantee (FBG)	Rs. 10,000
Annual License Fee	8% of AGR

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The entire ISP registration process, from application submission to receiving the final Unified License, typically takes 3 to 5 months. This timeline can vary depending on the promptness of document submission and DoTs processing times.

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