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Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) license authorizes the use of satellite technology for global mobile communication, providing connectivity seamlessly in the entire area of operation, particularly in remote and underserved areas.

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Details of Service

GMPCS enables mobile communication services via satellite for users, especially in those regions where terrestrial networks’ connectivity is limited. The service is specifically used in remote mining, oil and gas sectors, military, and disaster-affected regions. License holders deploy satellite terminals and ensure secure, continuous service with compliance with global standards. 

The Licensee is required to establish Land Earth Station Gateway in India for the purpose of providing Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) Service. GMPCS Service may be provided using one or more Satellite Systems provided that the Land Earth Station Gateway Switch is established separately in India for each Satellite System. The license mandates adherence to privacy, lawful interception, and satellite transmission standards.


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Who Can Apply

The applicant must be an Indian company, registered under the “Companies Act- 2013”. Further, the Applicant, desirous of getting an Authorization under the Unified License, may refer to the detailed guidelines of Unified License issued vide letter No. 20-577/2016-AS-I (Vol III) dated 17.01.2022


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Documents Required

1. Copy of registration certified by Company Secretary/Statutory Auditor and countersigned by Director duly authorized by the company.
2. Articles of Association certified by Company Secretary/Statutory Auditor and countersigned by Director duly authorized by the company.
3. Memorandum of Association certified by Company Secretary/Statutory Auditor and countersigned by Director duly authorized by the company
4. Equity Details certificate from the Company Secretary/Statutory Auditor countersigned by the Director duly authorized by the company.
5. Certificate from the Company Secretary/Statutory Auditor, countersigned by the Director duly authorized by the company to disclose the status of foreign holdings.
6. Networth of the company certificate from the Company Secretary/Statutory Audito,r countersigned by the Director duly authorized by the company.
7. Paid up capital certificate by the Company Secretary/Statutory Auditor, countersigned by ,the Director duly authorized by the company
8. MHA clearance (in case of foreign nationality/ CEO/CTO/CFO, Director)
9. Power of Attorney by Resolution of board of Directors
10. Other Documents, if any The above is a simplified depiction of the documentation for ease of understanding. For more details, the applicants may refer to the UL guidelines /License & amendments, issued time to time.

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Fees and Charges

1. The application shall be made online on SaralSanchar portal . The processing fee for the application is Rs. 10,000/- (non-refundable), which is also payable online. 

2. The entry fee for the license is Rs. 1 crore only and is non-refundable/ non-adjustable.

Further, the Applicant may refer to letter No. 20-405/2013 AS-I (Vol.-V) (Pt.2) dated 18.04.2022 and detailed guideline, issued by DoT vide letter No. 20-577/2016 AS-I (Vol. III) dated 17.01.2022.


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Application Process

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application process manual Detailed application process manual for UL is available at URL https://www.saralsanchar.gov.in/ul_lifecycle_usermanual_list.php

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Statistics

   GMPCS Service Authorization granted to 02 UL Licensees till 31.01.2025


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Satellite Division,DoT

Validity

20 years

User Manual
A comprehensive user manuals are available for applicants.
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