NSO Long Distance Service Authorisation Consultant in India
Professional consultancy for National Long Distance (NLD) telecom authorisation, inter-circle data transmission, domestic leased bandwidth networks, and DoT regulatory compliance.
National Long Distance (NLD) Core Services
Carriage of inter-circle telecom traffic and high-capacity domestic bandwidth across India.
1. Bearer Traffic Carriage
Carriage of voice, video, and data bearer telecommunication traffic across telecom circle boundaries within India.
2. Inter-Circle Calls
Transit routing and termination of long-distance domestic voice calls between different licensed service areas.
3. Domestic Leased Circuits
High-capacity point-to-point and point-to-multipoint private leased data lines (DLC) for enterprises and telecom operators.
4. Domestic Calling Cards
Provision of prepaid and postpaid domestic long-distance calling card services compliant with DoT guidelines.
Domestic Bandwidth Services
An authorized NSO may provide domestic bandwidth on lease to other authorized telecom licensees and enterprise entities permitted to have such connectivity under their respective authorisations.
Wholesale Bandwidth Carriage
Providing high-speed dark fiber, optical lambdas, and leased bandwidth pipes to ISPs, VNOs, and enterprise data networks.
Inter-Circle Data Transit
Connecting regional access networks, city metro rings, and national data centers across diverse state boundaries.
Statutory SLA & Security
Guaranteed high availability, carrier-grade redundancy, and full compliance with national security monitoring standards.
Who Can Apply for NSO Long Distance Authorisation?
The applicant seeking Long Distance Service Authorisation (NSO) must be an Indian company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013, except a One Person Company (OPC):
Corporate Structure & Shareholding
- Must be an Indian entity registered under the Companies Act, 2013 (Private Limited or Public Limited).
- The Memorandum of Association (MoA) must explicitly include telecommunication / long distance network activities in its main objects.
- 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) permitted under automatic route, subject to national security scrutiny.
Financial Standing & Governance
- Minimum paid-up capital of ₹2.5 Cr and certified Net Worth of ₹2.5 Cr as prescribed under Schedule C.
- Cross-holding compliance: The applicant must not have direct ownership conflicts with prohibited telecom categories.
- Clearance of all past dues, penalties, and liabilities relating to any previous telecom licenses.
Already Holding Other Telecom Authorisations? (Combined Financial Rule)
Where an applicant possesses one or more telecom authorisations/licenses or applies for additional authorisations, the minimum paid-up equity capital and minimum net worth must satisfy the combined applicable statutory requirement across all held and applied service authorisations under Schedule C.
FDI must comply with applicable Government of India policy and law.
Full declaration of ultimate beneficial ownership as per DoT norms.
Applicable cross-holding conditions to prevent conflict of interest must be met.
Must ensure no prohibited investor has direct or indirect investment.
Applicant company and promoters must have zero pending regulatory dues.
Current DoT Authorisation Fee Reference
Statutory charges payable directly to the Department of Telecommunications via Bharatkosh:
| SERVICE AREA SCOPE | PROCESSING FEE | ENTRY FEE | FINANCIAL BANK GUARANTEE (FBG) | TOTAL GOVT DUES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Service Area (All-India Scope)Pan-India Inter-Circle & Domestic Long Distance Backbone | ₹10,000 | ₹1,00,00,000 | ₹1,00,00,000 | ₹2,00,10,000 |
Financial Eligibility Schedule (Schedule C)
Schedule C Reference| Sl. No. | Category | Service Authorisation | Minimum Equity Capital | Minimum Net Worth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Principal Telecommunication Services Authorisation (NSO) | Long Distance Service Authorisation | ₹2.5 Cr* | ₹2.5 Cr* |
The Long-Distance Authorisation Journey
Eligibility Assessment
Review company structure, ₹2.5 Cr equity, ₹2.5 Cr net worth, FDI policy, and cross-holding compliance.
Network Architecture Plan
Define domestic fiber routes, inter-circle transit nodes, and leased bandwidth carrier plans.
Documentation Compilation
Assemble statutory audit certificates, board approvals, security proformas, and technical dockets.
DoT Portal Submission
Submit digital application on the notified DoT portal along with non-refundable statutory processing fees.
Government Examination
Technical, legal, financial, and security scrutiny by DoT evaluation wings.
Letter of Intent (LoI)
Issuance of formal LoI stating compliance terms, entry fee remittance, and Initial Financial Bank Guarantee (FBG).
Authorisation Grant
Formal signing, generation of Unique Authorisation Number, and grant of Long Distance Service Authorisation.
Documents Required for Long Distance Authorisation
Exact documentation depends on applicant corporate structure and current DoT requirements.
Corporate Records
- • Certificate of Incorporation (CIN)
- • Memorandum & Articles of Association (MoA & AoA)
- • Company PAN Card & Registered Office Proof
- • Board Resolution for Authorized Signatory
Financial & Ownership
- • Statutory Auditor Certificate of Paid-up Capital (₹2.5 Cr)
- • Certified Net Worth Certificate (₹2.5 Cr by practicing CA)
- • List of Directors & Equity Shareholders
- • FDI & Beneficial Ownership Declarations
Network & Security
- • National Transmission Network Architecture Plan
- • Cross-holding & Non-Insolvency Undertakings
- • Security Clearance Proforma & KYC Files
- • Saral Sanchar Class-3 Digital Signature (DSC)
Long Distance Compliance Doesn't End With Authorisation
Operating a national long-distance telecom network requires ongoing statutory compliance and revenue reporting:
Annual fee equal to 8% of Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR), subject to statutory minimum conditions.
Mandatory quarterly statement of gross revenue certified by an independent practicing Chartered Accountant.
Maintenance of network traffic records, IPDR logs, and lawful interception monitoring interfaces.
Timely recording of bandwidth lease agreements, subscriber records, and corporate secretarial changes on central portals.
Authorisation Validity & Renewal Terms
Long Distance Service Authorisation – NSO is granted for an initial duration of 20 years, renewable for an additional 20 years upon application submitted at least 12 months prior to expiry.
Why TeleTax for NSO Long Distance Authorisation?
NLD Regulatory Expertise
Specialized advisory on national long distance transmission, inter-circle bandwidth leasing, and DoT statutory compliance.
Network Architecture Guidance
Assisting in compiling technical and security dockets for national fiber routes and domestic carrier interconnection.
DoT Saral Sanchar Filing
Flawless digital dossier compilation and submission on the central portal to avoid procedural rejections.
In-House CA & Net Worth Desk
Chartered Accountants to certify paid-up equity (₹2.5 Cr), net worth statements (₹2.5 Cr), and quarterly AGR revenue audits.
Dedicated Client Coordinator
A single designated point of contact managing all requirements, follow-ups, and departmental communications.
End-to-End Compliance Support
Ongoing post-license assistance covering quarterly AGR filings, TRAI compliance, and bank guarantee management.
NSO Long Distance Authorisation FAQs
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Long Distance Service Authorisation for a Network Service Operator (NSO) is a statutory national telecom authorisation granted by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). It permits an entity to establish, operate, and maintain nationwide long-distance telecommunication networks for carrying inter-circle voice, data, video, and leased bandwidth traffic across India.
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