An ISP (Internet Service Provider) licence — technically the Internet Service authorisation under the Unified Licence (UL) — is the legal authorisation from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) that lets your company provide internet services such as broadband, leased lines, and Wi-Fi to households and businesses across notified service areas. Operating an internet business in India without it is illegal and carries penalties.
Who needs an ISP licence
Telecom / internet service providers
Broadband and Wi-Fi service providers
ISPs in rural and last-mile areas
Enterprises wanting to offer captive ISP services
Startups building their own internet brand
What we do for you
Eligibility check and the right licence category (A, B or C)
Drafting the complete application and required declarations
Net-worth and paid-up capital certification support
Arrangement of bank guarantees (PBG & FBG) to the right value
Filing with DoT on the e-services portal and handling queries
Follow-up to grant, and guidance on licence validity and renewal
ISP licence eligibility criteria
Company incorporated in India under the Companies Act, 2013
Minimum paid-up capital and net worth that scale with the category (A > B > C)
Clean record — no bankruptcy, insolvency or prior licence cancellation for fraud
Directors and promoters not disqualified under company or telecom law
Technical capability and a credible rollout plan for the target service areas
FDI within the permitted telecom limits, with a compliant Indian shareholding structure
Willingness to furnish the prescribed PBG and FBG and meet ongoing DoT/TRAI compliance
Exact financial thresholds are DoT-set and revised periodically. PodNet confirms the current net-worth, paid-up-capital and guarantee figures for your category and service area before you apply.
Why choose us
Real hands-on telecom infrastructure experience (we run production networks)
Deep familiarity with DoT's licensing portal and documentation
One-window handling — you provide documents, we do the rest
Honest timelines and cost clarity before you commit
Prices, entry fees, bank guarantees (PBG/FBG) and eligibility are set by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and vary by category, authorisation and service area. Figures above are indicative; we confirm the exact current requirements for your case before you apply. This page is informational and not legal advice.
ISP licence fees, PBG & FBG at a glance
Authorisation
Processing fee*
Entry fee*
PBG
FBG
Min equity
Min net worth
Non-refundable govt cost
Funds to arrange
ISP Category A (All-India)
₹15,000
₹30,00,000
₹40,00,000
₹2,00,000
—
—
₹30,15,000
₹72,00,000
ISP Category B (Circle/Metro)
₹15,000
₹2,00,000
₹2,00,000
₹20,000
—
—
₹2,15,000
₹4,20,000
ISP Category C (SSA)
₹10,000
₹20,000
₹10,000
₹2,000
—
—
₹30,000
₹32,000
Full breakdown, recurring costs and renewal rules: https://podnet.in/isp-licence/fees
Ready to obtain your ISP licence? Tell us your service areas and we will map the right category and file for you.
⚠️ Accuracy & no-responsibility note: This page is provided for general information only. Telecom licensing rules, fees, bank guarantees (PBG/FBG), eligibility and timelines change frequently and can vary by category, service area and applicant. Information here may be incomplete, out of date, or inaccurate, and should not be relied upon for any decision. Always cross-check with the official Department of Telecommunications (DoT) / TRAI portal and independent legal or licensed advice before acting. This page is not legal, financial or professional advice and creates no obligation. The site owner & PodNet accept no responsibility or liability for any loss, penalty or damage arising from reliance on this content. For updates on rates, rules and the current status, please contact us on WhatsApp only — +91 95916 79292.
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