DoT issues spectrum assignment norms for captive private network licences

The telecom department has issued rules for enterprises setting up Captive Non Public Network (CNPN), stipulating a minimum net worth of Rs 100 crore for applicants seeking direct assignment of spectrum from the government.

The applicant must be an Indian company registered under the Companies Act, Department of Telecom (DoT) said listing out the broad guidelines that would apply for CNPN licence, including rules for enterprises setting up such networks.

The CNPN licencee would not be required to pay any entry fee or licence fee.

“For seeking direct assignment of spectrum from the government, the networth of the applicant shall not be less than Rs 100 crore,” it said.