We understand that there is quite some confusion among ISPs regarding which license should they opt for.
An ISP can carry out their ISP business using either of the 2 licenses, but to ensure which license exactly suits you, refer to the table below to understand the major differences between VNO license and ISP license –
VNO License | ISP License |
Issued for a duration of 10 years. | Issued for a duration of 20 years. |
| The license terms can be reviewed in every 4 years by DoT. | Once issued, the license will be valid for 20 years no matter the changes in DoT policies. |
| Lesser bank guarantees to be submitted. | More bank guarantees are to be submitted. |
| You cannot provide ISP franchise to local service providers | You can provide ISP franchise to other operators in your area of jurisdiction. |
| Lesser Hardware implications. | More hardware implications. |
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