DoT Releases National Frequency Allocation Plan-2025

Current Context: The National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 (NFAP-2025) was released by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) on 30 December 2025.

• It governs spectrum use across 8.3 kHz to 3000 GHz, aligning India with ITU global standards.
• The 6425–7125 MHz band is allocated for IMT (5G/6G services).
• Ka/Q/V bands are earmarked for satellite broadband connectivity.
• Provisions included for In-Flight and Maritime Connectivity (IFMC) and Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication.
• Aim: efficient spectrum management, support next-gen technologies, and strengthen India’s digital infrastructure.
• Acts as a reference document for spectrum managers, telecom operators, and equipment manufacturers.

Question:

Q.1 The National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 (NFAP-2025) was released by which government body?
a) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
b) Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)
c) Department of Telecommunications (DoT)
d) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

Answer: c) The DoT under the Ministry of Communications is the nodal agency for formulating policies related to spectrum allocation and management in India.