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What's New
- NEW Applications for Captive Telecommunication Services Authorisations of licenses as per new Telecommunication rules 2026 have been enabled.
- NEW Applications for Miscellaneous Telecommunication Services Communication Authorisations and Migration of licenses as per new Telecommunication rules 2026 have been enabled.
- NEW Applications for new NSO, VNO authorisations and Migration of licenses as per new notified rules 2026 have been enabled.
- NEW 2-factor login will come in Saral Sanchar from 1st July.
- NEW Saral Sanchar Portal has been integrated with the Entity Locker. Unified Licenses (UL), UL-VNO, Network and Satellite Licenses can now be directly accessed and downloaded through the Entity Locker.
Saral Sanchar Portal has been integrated with the Entity Locker. Unified Licenses (UL), UL-VNO, Network and Satellite Licenses can now be directly accessed and downloaded through the Entity Locker.
Details of Service
The in-flight and maritime connectivity service authorisation consists of authorisation for the following miscellaneous telecommunication services which may be provided on ships or aircrafts using wireless connectivity, namely -
(a) transmission, emission or reception of voice or non-voice messages, including video messages; and
(b) internet service.
Every new authorised entity, in order to provide in-flight and maritime connectivity services shall—
(a) enter into an agreement with a new authorised entity or licensee that holds authorisation or license to provide access services in all twenty-two service areas; and
(b) for establishing connectivity between ships or aircrafts and the telecommunication network of the new authorised entity or licensee referred to in clause (a), enter into an agreement with an entity that holds authorisation or license to provide direct-air-to-ground communication service or national long distance services using very small aperture terminal.
Who Can Apply
1. Any Indian company registered under the Companies Act can apply.
2. The company must be Indian-owned and controlled as per DoT licensing requirements.
3. Entities intending to provide in-flight or maritime broadband/communication services using DoT-approved satellite systems.
4. Applicants must meet all technical, operational, and security obligations defined under IFMC guidelines.
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
IFMC Service Authorisation
1.08 MBValidity
The In-Flight and Maritime Connectivity (IFMC) service authorisation is valid for 20 years from the effective date, unless otherwise specified under the Rules.
Frequently Asked Questions
It permits an entity to provide internet and communication services on aircraft and ships using DoT-approved satellite systems.
Any Indian company that is Indian-owned and controlled, as per DoT licensing norms.
The IFMC authorisation is issued under the applicable telecom licence, and applicable fees/charges follow the Misc. Telecom Services framework.
No. They can avail services from an IFMC-authorised service provider. Only the service provider needs authorisation.
Only DoT-approved satellite systems (GEO/MEO/LEO), with gateways and routing compliant with Indian security norms.
Yes, if the entity applies for and is authorised to provide both IFMC categories.
Yes. Lawful interception, data routing, and system certification must strictly follow Government security guidelines.
It is valid for the duration of the parent licence/authorisation, unless revoked or suspended.