- It is only the fifth organization globally to receive this prestigious recognition.
- The award highlights C‑DOT’s pioneering work in wireless broadband, rural 5G solutions, and telecom standards innovation.
- It acknowledges India’s growing role in shaping global communication standards and advancing Digital India goals.
- This achievement boosts India’s reputation in telecom R&D and international technology governance.
- Additionally, Sandeep Kumar Agarwal, a C‑DOT scientist, won the IEEE SA Standards Medallion 2025.
Question:
Q.1 Which Indian organisation became the first from India to win the IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA) Corporate Award 2025?a) Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)
b) Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT)
c) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
d) Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)
Answer: b) On 15 December 2025, C-DOT became the first Indian organisation to receive the IEEE SA Corporate Award 2025, recognising its work in telecom standards, rural 5G, and wireless broadband innovation.